Slim Chicken Parmesan Recipe

My favorite recipe for classic chicken parmesan is Tyler Florence's variation with a homemade tomato sauce, crisp, succulent chicken, and briny olives. However, it's not necessarily a dish that comes together quickly. That's why I was excited to come across another recipe for the Italian-American favorite. With whole wheat pasta, a rapid tomato sauce, and no breading, this rendition is not only faster, but it's also healthier! It doesn't lack flavor, however; it's still a cheesy and hearty pasta. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook the pasta until al dente, 8 to 10 minutes; drain.

Meanwhile, season the chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook, turning once, until browned, about 8 minutes; transfer to a plate.

In the same skillet, cook the garlic over medium heat until golden, about 1 minute. Add the wine, bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Stir in the tomatoes and simmer until thickened, 8 to 10 minutes. Return the chicken and any juices to the skillet, turning to coat.

Top each piece of chicken with some of the mozzarella and 1 teaspoon parmesan, cover and cook until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes; transfer to a platter.

Add the pasta and parsley to the skillet, toss and season with salt. Sprinkle with the remaining parmesan and serve alongside the chicken.