Welcome to “Wordless Tuesday!” Where I have just one or two mouthwatering recipes which I know you have been waiting to try…….. Enjoy!
A quick dip in a mayo-lemon juice mix and a roll in crushed Ritz crackers could make this Parmesan chicken breast recipe a new family favorite. A glass of wine would be a lovely addition to this dish; you can add a Red Pinot noir or a light Merlot, a Sangiovese or even a Chianti….
1/4 cup Mayonnaise (Low Fat if you choose)
1 Tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
25 Ritz Crackers, finely crushed (about 1 cup)
1/4 cup Parmesan grated cheese
2 tsp. dried basil
2 tsp. dried parsley flakes
4-5 boneless chicken breasts (depends on size)
Heat oven to 400°F. Mix mayo and lemon juice in medium bowl. Combine cracker crumbs, cheese, basil, and parsley in separate bowl. Dip chicken, 1 breast at a time, in mayo mixture, then roll in crumb mixture until evenly coated. Place on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 35-40 min. or until done (165°F)
Serves: 4
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“Heirloom Tomato & Zucchini Salad”
Tomatoes give this salad a juicy bite. It's a great use of fresh veggies from your own garden or the farmers markets.
Servings:12 Prep/Total Time: 25 min.
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| Heirloom Tomatoes |
Ingredients:
7 large heirloom tomatoes (2-1/2 pounds), cut into wedges
3 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
2 medium sweet yellow peppers, thinly sliced
2 medium sweet onions, sliced thinly
1/3 cup cider vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon each minced fresh basil, parsley, and tarragon
In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, onions, and peppers. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, oil, sugar and salt until blended. Stir in herbs. Just before serving, drizzle dressing over salad; toss gently to coat.
Yield: 12 servings (3/4 cup each)
Till Next Time……………………………….........
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I bet that chicken has the crunchiest crust! Yum! And your salad looks lovely, Dottie, perfect for summer and a light meal. You've done it again! :)
ReplyDeleteHi Christina,
DeleteThanks for your comment...you are so sweet....Yes, the chicken is crunchy especially with those Ritz crackers....My brother brought me some heirloom tomatoes on Saturday, and let me tell you they were awesome. I could eat them like an apple, sweet, juicy, and what flavor.
Before the season runs out I had to get another tomato dish on the post. These next few days are supposed to be really hot here so this will be a perfect light meal...Just what I thought...Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful week...
Dottie :)
Good evening Dottie ,
ReplyDeleteLove the crunch that Ritz give chicken ,,,HMmmmm good .
I will have to try the Mayo ... I used cream cheese . I used diced jalapenos diced ( remove the seeds and ribs) .
I do so agree about the heirloom tomatoes , they are one of our favorites , we grew three kinds this year . The salad looks amazingly good and the two go together so well . I click my glass of Sangiovese to you , go so well with chicken and the other white meat (PORK) .
The earthquake in Napa Valley wine country , we was so worried about my hather-in-law and his wife , as you know they have a vineyard and winery there , (Ferrari Carano) still feeling some aftershocks but they are OK ... some clean up .
Your post was perfect as usual , thanks so much for sharing . Have a great blessed week ahead dear friend . (I will be posting when things settle down a bit . (((HUGS))) ~Nee~ ;-D
Good evening Nee,
DeleteThanks for your comment, you are so cute...I love the Ritz and the Mayo is a nice flavor. Never tried cream cheese, will try that next time...So glad that you grew 3 types of tomatoes, these heirlooms are amazing....especially homegrown. Yes, I thought the chicken and tomatoes are an amazing combo..they blend together nicely and what textures and flavor...
I was thinking about your family..I remembered they had a vineyard in Napa Valley.Glad that they were ok, a little cleaning up is not a big deal..as long as everyone is well. I know it was horrible to watch on TV, I can imagine if you were actually there.
Thanks for stopping over Nee, you are a dear friend...Have a blessed week too, and will look forward to your next post.
I wonder how Louise is doing? I have been thinking about her and her family..hope they are having fun...
Dottie :)
Wonderful salad Dottie and this chicken looks so crunchy and tasty. You are a great cook, I like all of your recipes.
ReplyDeleteI am making the most of tomatoes too now... they are so juicy and tasty.
Hope all is well. Love xx
Dear Alida,
DeleteThank you for your comment, yes that chicken was crunchy, finger licking good. You are the great cook, I try, I just take simple foods and make simple meals, like my mom did with the freshest ingredients. As you know the tomatoes are in full bloom now, we have to enjoy them while they last. Hope that you have a wonderful rest of the week...Boy the weekend sure does creep up so fast...Be well dear friend.
Dottie :)
Dear Dottie, These recipes are classic. I love using crackers as a coating. They already have the salty/sweetness that is so good; just as a few of your own touches and you have a delicious coating.
ReplyDeleteThe salad is a perfect addition to this classic chicken recipe and is a great way to use the fresh produce that is abundant now.
Blessings dear. Catherine xo
Dear Catherine,
DeleteThank you for your comment and your visit today! Yes, I agree I also love using crackers, it is such a different texture than the original breadcrumbs have. I thought the tomato salad would be perfect with the chicken. Let me tell you it was...simple, delicious, and easy! What is better than that on a hot summer day! Blessing on the rest of the week dear friend..
Dottie :)
What a great excuse to buy Ritz crackers! I love those dudes, but don't have them in the house too often -- they're dangerous. Great recipe. And heirloom tomatoes? I love 'em (when the squirrels leave me some!). Great salad -- thanks.
ReplyDeleteHi John, Thanks for stopping over.....I know what you mean about those Ritz crackers...they can be addicting...So glad that you liked this recipe and the salad...I do hope you have some and the squirrels leave them alone. They are amazing in a salad..just a perfect match..Enjoy! Dottie :)
Deleteoh... I'm so hungry right now... and i just ate...
ReplyDeleteHi Marcela, Welcome..thanks for stopping by. I know, these recipes make you want to eat dinner all over again. So glad that you enjoyed this post...stay tuned, Friday I post more goodies...Blessings for a wonderful day! Dottie :)
DeleteLoved it! I reposted it too!
ReplyDeleteHi Orlando,
DeleteI am thrilled that you loved this post and recipes. Thanks for stopping over and for reposting. You are very kind...Hope that you have a glorious day...
Dottie :)