Chicken Milanese Style

This was a good meal that came together REALLY fast. In about 10 minutes. We had a birthday party to prepare for so I was glad to have something simple and quick. It's a keeper! I served it with steamed broccoli sprinkled with a bit of Parmesan cheese.

Chicken Milanese Style
From Weight Watchers in 20 Minutes
Makes 4 servings (4pts per serving)

4 (3-ounce) chicken breast cutlets
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 Tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
3 cups mixed baby salad greens
1 cup grape tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup packaged matchstick-cut carrots
I shredded a carrot instead
3 Tablespoons reduced fat balsamic dressing

1)Sprinkle the chicken with the pepper. Combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese on a sheet of waxed paper; coat the chicken with the crumb mixture, pressing lightly so it adheres.

Next time I make this I plan to coat the chicken with the bread crumbs only and then sprinkle the freshly grated Parmesan on top of the hot, cooked chicken. I used fresh grated Parmesan and it didn't seem to stick to the chicken at all. If you're using Parmesan from a green can (cack!) it might work better.

2)Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 2 minutes on each side.

3)Meanwhile, combine the salad greens, tomatoes, and carrots in a bowl. Drizzle with the dressing and toss to coat evenly. Place 1 chicken cutlet on each of four plates and top evenly with the salad.

Everyone liked it.