Chicken Parmesan With Whole Wheat Pasta

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An enlightened version of a traditional family favorite- uses minimal fat while adding whole wheat pasta and baby spinach to this enlightening dish

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Steps

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Cook spaghetti according to package directions omitting salt.

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Drain and set aside.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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Spread breadcrumbs evenly on a baking sheet.

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Spray with cooking spray.

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Bake 5-7 minutes or until crumbs are golden brown.

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Emove from baking sheet , and cool.

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Increase oven temperature to 425 degrees.

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Combine bread crumbs , 1 / 4 cup parmesan cheese , salt and pepper in a shallow dish , and set aside.

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Pour egg beaters into second shallow dish and set aside.

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Spray baking rack with cooking spray , and place on baking sheet , and set aside.

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Dip each chicken breasts in egg beaters , then coat with seasoned bread crumbs.

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Lace on baking rack , and lightly spray chicken with cooking spray.

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Bake for 20 minutes or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

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Top each chicken breasts with 2 tablespoons of spaghetti sauce , and 2 teaspoons cheese.

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Bake for 5 minutes , or until cheese melts.

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Heat remaining spaghetti sauce in large saucepan over medium-hi.

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Ingredients

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whole wheat spaghetti, panko breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese, ground black pepper, salt, egg beaters egg substitute, boneless skinless chicken breasts, spaghetti sauce, baby spinach leaves