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Cooking with Athletes answers the question “What should an athlete eat to perform their best on and off the field?” It's a tool that connects athletes to athletes, and parents to athletes, with the hope to encourage better fueling for health and performance. By sharing recipes, knowledge, and experience from current and former athletes, chefs who cook for them, and trainers who strengthen them, we hope to enrich the lives of athletes everywhere.
Chicken Parmesan
Description
An all-time favorite for those athletes that love Italian dishes! With a high-protein base it helps to ensure that athletes receive enough to support their training and recovery.
Nutritional Tips
Ingredients
At a glance
Sport
Course
Makes
4
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2 6 oz chicken breasts
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2 pieces toasted high-fiber whole wheat bread, crumbed
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4 tbsp grated Parmesan
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1 tsp dried basil
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1 tbsp chopped parsley
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1 egg white
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2 cups tomato sauce
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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2 oz shredded fresh mozzarella
Methods/steps
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Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
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Combine 3 tbsp of grated Parmesan, bread crumbs basil, and parsely in bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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In a seperate bowl, beat 1 egg white.
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Place each piece of chicken first in the egg white, then coat in bread crumb mixture and set on large plate.
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Add extra virgin olive oil to a large sauté pan and heat over high-medium heat.
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Place chicken on the hot pan and cook for approximately 2 minutes on one first side, and 1 minute on the other.
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Add tomato sauce to pan; allow to heat through.
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Remove pan from heat and sprinkle with 2 oz of fresh mozzarella cheese and remaining Parmesan.
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Place in oven until cheese melts.
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Serve over pasta if desired, or simply enjoy alone!
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Fort Lauderdale Strikers Bio:
Patrick Otte signed with the Fort Lauderdale Strikers on March 30, 2011 following a recommendation from Strikers’ Assistant Coach Jim Rooney. 19 year-old Otte made his first professional appearance in the Strikers’ home opener against FC Edmonton on April 9th, coming on as a second half substitute in the 2-1 loss. On May 11 against the Carolina RailHawks, Otte scored his first goal as a professional, just eight minutes into his first professional start.
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Florida Introduces Physical Activity and Nutrition to Youth (FLIPANY)’s mission is to empower youth and their families through physical activity and nutrition education programs while raising awareness and creating policies for a healthier community.
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