Breaded Zucchini- Snack, side dish or entree!

OMG... this side dish is soo good. We made it last night with bruschetta and broiled chicken thighs covered with mustard, rosemary, and salt. But the showstopper of the night was the breaded n' baked zucchini chips . I made it really quickly because I was hungry, but I bet if I took my time it would be even better! Initially, I questioned the 1/4 slices but it makes sense because you can really taste the zucchini. The best part about it is that it's so crunchy on the outside but soft and hot on the inside...and its so healthy.

The thing about the zucchini chips is that you feel like you're splurging, but you're not. I would have to rate it as one of the best healthy alternatives to fried food I have ever had. I was thinking that a dip would be so good with this. Blue-cheese? Ranch? The zucchini chips leave you with some calories to spare. I could eat this as a side, snack, or main entree.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4 " slices
• 1 egg, mixed with
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1 clove smashed garlic
• 1/2 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  

Directions

• Preheat oven to 450°.
• Combine egg, milk and garlic in a shallow dish and set aside for about 15 minutes to let flavors combine.
• Combine breadcrumbs, cheese, parsley and pepper in another shallow dish.
• Dip zucchini slices into egg mixture, then into crumbs and place on a baking sheet that has been sprayed with nonstick cooking spray.
• Bake for 10 minutes, then turn over and bake for 5 minutes more or until brown and crispy.

"Breaded 'n Baked Zucchini Chips".<http://www.recipezaar.com/Breaded-n-Baked-Zucchini-Chips-90331> February 2009.