Chicken And Eggplant Casserole

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From south beach diet, phase 1.

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Steps

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Preheat the broiler.

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Arrange eggplant slices in a single layer on a non-stick baking sheet.

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Mist the slices with cooking spray and broil 4 inches from heat for 2 minutes.

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Turn the eggplant over and mist again.

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Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garlic.

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Broil for 1 minute and set aside.

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Heat a non-stick skillet coated with cooking spray over med-high heat for 1 minute.

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Add the chicken and cook , stirring often , for 5 minutes or until no longer pink.

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Add the tomatoes with juice , onion , bell pepper , mushrooms , italian seasoning , and black pepper , stirring to break up the tomatoes.

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Bring to a broil.

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Reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes.

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Preheat oven to 375.

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Coat an 8 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

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Arrange 6 eggplant slices in the bottom of the dish.

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Top with the chicken mixture.

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Arrange remaining 6 eggplant slices over the chicken mixture.

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Sprinkle with the mozzarella cheese.

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Cover with foil and bake , covered , for 30 minutes or until heated through.

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Ingredients

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eggplant, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, boneless skinless chicken breast, diced tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, mushroom, dried italian seasoning, ground black pepper, reduced-fat mozzarella cheese