PARMESAN CRUSTED CHICKEN:
- 1/3 cup homemade ranch dressing or reduced-calorie store-bought
- 6 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese, divided
- 1/3 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 2 teaspoons melted butter
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING:
- 1/3 cup low-fat milk
- 1/3 cup light mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup plain low-fat or non-fat greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Makes 4 Servings
DIRECTIONS:
1. In a small bowl, combine the dressing and 3 tablespoons parmesan. In another small bowl, combine the remaining 3 tablespoons parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic salt and melted butter. Set aside.
2. Position rack in middle of oven. Cover breasts in plastic wrap and gently pound to 1/2-inch thickness. Coat a large ovenproof nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Season chicken with pepper and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until well browned and just cooked through. Turn on the broiler.
3. Spread each breast with 1 generous tablespoon of the dressing, evenly top with 3 tablespoons mozzarella and sprinkle with 2 tablespoons parmesan breadcrumbs. Move the chicken to the oven and broil for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and crumbs are nicely browned.
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
Makes 8 Servings
1. In a medium bowl add all of the ingredients and whisk well to combine.