Instructions

• Preheat oven to 450°F and spray a 9×9-inch baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.
• Slice the 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts lengthwise into pieces about 4–6 ounces each, aiming for even thickness so they cook evenly.
• In a shallow dish, combine ¾ cup breadcrumbs and ¼ cup grated Parmesan; stir to mix.
• Working one piece at a time, press each chicken piece into the breadcrumb mixture, coating and pressing the crumbs firmly onto both sides so they adhere. Arrange the coated pieces in a single layer in the prepared pan.
• Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes, until the breadcrumb coating is golden and the chicken is mostly cooked.
• Remove the pan from the oven. Evenly spoon 1 cup pasta sauce over the chicken pieces, then evenly sprinkle 1 cup shredded mozzarella on top.
• Return the pan to the oven and bake an additional 5–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
• Serve the chicken over cooked pasta if desired (cook pasta according to package directions), or serve with a salad for a lower-carb option.