Meal Kit
Spicy Chicken Parmesan
with crispy zucchini
Prep & Cook Time: 35-45 min.
Spice Level: Mild
Cook Within: 5 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
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Under %{max_calories} caloriesUnder 35g carbs
Chef
Ryan Pugh
At Home Chef, we pride ourselves on giving you classics with a slight twist. Here, we've got the classic of the classics, Chicken Parmesan. That's right, the crispy crunch, topped with tomato sauce and gooey cheese, on Italian restaurant menus from Portland, Maine to Portland, Oregon. But here's the twist: we've added red pepper flakes into the mix, giving the normal marinara a boost of heat. Classic with a twist, from your basket to your kitchen to your plate.
In Your Box (serves 2)
- 12 oz. Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 Zucchini
- 5 fl. oz. Canola Oil
- 2 fl. oz. Marinara Sauce
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2 oz. Shredded Mozzarella
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1 oz. Shredded Parmesan Cheese
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¼ cup Panko Breadcrumbs
- ½ tsp. Garlic Salt
- ¼ tsp. Red Pepper Flakes
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving) oOAWrXPy
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Calories610
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Carbohydrates19g
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Net Carbs16g
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Fat38g
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Protein50g
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Sodium1710mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- 1 Medium Non-Stick Pan
- 1 Baking Sheet
- 2 Mixing Bowls
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 pork chops, follow same instructions as chicken in Steps 2 and 4, cooking until pork reaches minimum internal temperature, 4-6 minutes per side. Rest, 3 minutes. Pork chop thickness can vary; if you receive a thinner chop, we recommend checking for doneness sooner.
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1 Prepare the Ingredients
Trim zucchini ends and slice into 1/2" rounds.
In a mixing bowl, combine marinara and half the red pepper flakes. Taste, and add more red pepper flakes, if desired. Set aside.Combine half the panko (reserve remaining for chicken) and Parmesan in another mixing bowl. Set aside. -
2 Prepare the Chicken
Pat chicken breasts dry.
Cover chicken with plastic wrap. You may also use a gallon bag for easier clean-up. Pound with a heavy object to an even 1/4" thickness.Remove plastic wrap. Coat one side of chicken evenly with reserved panko, pressing gently to adhere. If panko doesn't stick, spray chicken with cooking spray. -
3 Start the Zucchini
Place zucchini on prepared baking sheet and toss with 1 tsp. olive oil, garlic salt, and a pinch of pepper. Massage oil, garlic salt, and pepper into zucchini.
Spread into a single layer on one side and top evenly with Parmesan-panko mixture. Bake in hot oven, 10 minutes.Zucchini will finish cooking in a later step.While zucchini bakes, start chicken. -
4 Start the Chicken
Place canola oil in a medium non-stick pan over medium heat. Let heat, 5 minutes.
While oil heats, line a plate with a paper towel.After 5 minutes, test oil temperature by adding a pinch of panko to it. It should sizzle gently. If it browns immediately, turn heat down and let oil cool. If it doesn't brown, increase heat.Add chicken to hot pan, panko-side down, and cook until golden brown and chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 4-6 minutes per side.Remove to towel-lined plate and season with 1/4 tsp. salt and a pinch of pepper. Let sit, 2 minutes. -
5 Finish Chicken and Zucchini and Finish Dish
Transfer chicken to empty space on baking sheet. Top evenly with marinara-red pepper flakes mixture and mozzarella.
Bake again in hot oven until mozzarella has melted and panko on zucchini is golden-brown, 5-6 minutes.Plate dish as pictured on front of card. Bon appétit!
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