Happy Carnevale! Carnevale is celebrated in Italy 40 days before Easter. It is the last hurrah before Lent begins. (It’s similar to Mardi Gras). The word “carnevale” actually means “no meat” in Latin, so the best way to celebrate this holiday is with some protein before fasting begins for Lent.
Redpack Tomatoes sent me a package of assorted canned tomatoes to get me in the spirit of Carnevale, and included some tasty recipes to go along with it. I decided to make Chicken Parmesan, one of my favorite comfort foods. I adapted the recipe from Redpack, but decided to bake the chicken rather than pan fry it, so here is my recipe for Baked Chicken Parmesan.
Redpack is also offering one reader the chance to win the same kit I was sent! It includes:
- 1 20-oz can of Redpack crushed tomatoes
- 1 28-oz can of Redpack whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 28-oz can of Redpack diced tomatoes
- 1 6-oz can of Redpack tomato paste
Details on how to enter after the recipe below.
Redpack is also hosting a Facebook promotion running until March 4 where 1,000 Redpack followers will win a Redpack branded apron each week. One grand prize winner will receive a pasta stock pot, pasta-related serveware, and a selection of Redpack products.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup Italian breadcrumbs
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup flour
- 2 eggs, lightly beaten
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- cooking spray
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 shallots, peeled and chopped
- 1 (28 oz) can Redpack Crushed Tomatoes in Thick Puree
- 1 teaspoon fresh oregano
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
