Weight Watchers Parmesan Chicken

Here’s a flavorful and Weight Watchers-friendly recipe for Parmesan Chicken that’s both easy to prepare and low in Points.

🍗 Weight Watchers Parmesan Chicken

Servings: 4
Points (per serving): Approximately 4 Points (may vary based on specific ingredients used)
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 2 tablespoons Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs

• 1/8 teaspoon paprika

• 1 teaspoon dried parsley

• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

• Cooking spray

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

2. Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper.

3. Coat the chicken: Place each chicken breast in the cheese mixture, pressing down to ensure the coating adheres well to both sides.

4. Arrange on the baking sheet: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to help with browning.

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5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.

6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.

This Parmesan Chicken pairs well with a side of roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad for a complete, low-Point meal.

For a variation, you might consider the Weight Watchers Chicken Parmigiana, which includes a tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese topping. This version is slightly higher in Points but offers a classic Italian flavor.

If you’re interested in more recipes or variations, feel free to ask!

Weight Watchers Parmesan Chicken

Here's a flavorful and Weight Watchers-friendly recipe for Parmesan Chicken that's both easy to prepare and low in Points.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Servings: 4

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• Cooking spray

Method

 

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.
2. Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, combine the Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, paprika, parsley, garlic powder, and black pepper.
3. Coat the chicken: Place each chicken breast in the cheese mixture, pressing down to ensure the coating adheres well to both sides.
4. Arrange on baking sheet: Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with cooking spray to help with browning.
5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown.
6. Serve: Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving.