Express
Stovetop Chicken Parmesan with Pesto Zucchini
air fryer optional
Prep & Cook Time: 15-20 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Eggs, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Carb-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
Laura Alpern
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In Your Box (serves 2)
- 2 Zucchini
- 10 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Cutlet
- 4 oz. Marinara Sauce
- 2 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
- ½ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- 1 oz. Basil Pesto
- ½ oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- 0.44 oz. Mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. Garlic Pepper
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories580
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Carbohydrates32g
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Net Carbs27g
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Fat30g
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Protein44g
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Sodium1580mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Large Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Plate
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using antibiotic free chicken, pat dry. Add chicken to a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat. Cook until chicken reaches minimum internal temperature, 5-7 minutes per side.
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1 Prepare the Zucchini
Trim zucchini ends, halve lengthwise, and cut into 1/2" slices on an angle. Zucchini quantity may vary, but total weight will remain the same. Don't worry; recipe instructions are not impacted.
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2 Prepare the Chicken
Place panko on a plate and spread into an even layer.
Pat chicken dry and season both sides with garlic pepper and a pinch of salt.Top chicken with mayonnaise and spread into an even layer on both sides. Place chicken onto plate with panko, flipping to coat both sides, pressing gently to adhere. -
3 Cook the Chicken
Place chicken in air fryer basket and generously spray with cooking spray. Air fry at 400 degrees, 8 minutes.
Flip chicken and evenly top with marinara, mozzarella, and half the Parmesan (reserve remaining for garnish). Air fry again until cheese melts and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 4-6 minutes.Alternatively, place a medium non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1 Tbsp. olive oil. Add chicken to hot pan. Cook undisturbed until browned on one side, 3-5 minutes.Flip and top with marinara, mozzarella, and half the Parmesan (reserve remaining for garnish). Cover and cook until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 2-3 minutes.Cutlet thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner cutlet, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.While chicken cooks, continue recipe. -
4 Cook Zucchini and Finish Dish
Place a large non-stick pan over medium-high heat and add 1 tsp. olive oil.
Add zucchini to hot pan and stir occasionally until lightly browned and tender, 6-8 minutes.If pan becomes dry, add water, 1 Tbsp. at a time, as needed.Add pesto, 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Stir to combine. Remove from burner.Plate dish as pictured on front of card, topping zucchini with remaining Parmesan. Bon appétit!
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