BRAVO ITALIAN CHICKEN FOR TWO

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With just a handful of Italian-style pantry staples, you're on your way to a hearty entree that both of you will love. Just add breadsticks! -Kristin Miller, Carmel, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 small eggplant, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/8 teaspoon pepper
2 cups tomato basil pasta sauce
3/4 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

Place eggplant in a colander over a plate; sprinkle with salt and toss. Let stand for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, sprinkle chicken with Italian seasoning and pepper. In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, brown chicken on both sides. Transfer chicken to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish; sprinkle with 1/3 cup mozzarella cheese., Rinse eggplant; pat dry with paper towels. Transfer to a large bowl; add pasta sauce and toss to coat. Spoon over chicken; top with remaining cheese., Cover and bake at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468 calories, Fat 14g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 103mg cholesterol, Sodium 1459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 45g protein.