An Eggplant and Chicken Parmigiana Combo
October 31, 2012 by Joan Nova in Finishing Touches, Italian, Poultry, Recipe Development, Vegetables | 7 Comments
This is a somewhat lighter, lower calorie version of eggplant parmigiana in that it’s not egged, breaded or fried. And if you can’t choose between the iconic eggplant- or -chicken parmigiana, why not combine them?
The proof is in the tasting.
An Eggplant and Chicken Parmigiana Combo
Author: Joan Nova, aka FOODalogue
- boned chicken breasts (spit and cut in circles to mimic eggplant slices)
- eggplant cut in rounds
- fresh mozzarella
- grated parmesan
- garbanzo (or regular) flour
- tomato sauce
- pesto
- olive oil
- dry seasonings
- Lightly dust eggplant in seasoned flour.
- Spray lined cookie sheet with oil and layer eggplant rounds.
- Bake at 400 degrees, turning midway till slightly brown.
- Meantime, dredge chicken medallions in same flour and brown in small amount of oil stove top.
- Add tomato sauce to coat and cook a few minutes more.
- Layer eggplant with chicken and cook for about 15 minutes.
- Add mozzarella and top with tomato sauce and switch to broil.
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Finishing Touch: Pesto, extra parmesan and black pepper.
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7 Comments
The combination is a terrific idea! Pesto is a nice finishing touch for this dish.
OMG – talk about getting my innards excited too early in the morning! This looks so delicious. I can only imagine!
V
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Another total winner. It’s not even 8:30 in the morning and you have made me want this for breakfast. Lovely and great photos as well.
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I like your version combining both eggplant and chicken. Would love to be able to dig into your appetizing pictures.
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I wish I had this while we were in the dark…looks so yummy….I like your version also as it is healthier.
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That is clearly a most tasty meal! Photos are mouth-watering.
LL
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Mouthwatering! I love both eggplant and chicken parm, so why not put them together?!
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