Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan

Certainly! Here’s a healthy and delicious Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan recipe that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare.

🍽️ Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan

Servings: 4
SmartPoints®: 6 per serving
Total Time: 50 minutes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutesMarie Bostwick+15weightwatchers.com+15EatingWell+15SELF+9Drizzle Me Skinny!+9weightwatchers.com+9

Ingredients:

• Olive oil cooking spray – 3 sprays

• Boneless, skinless chicken breasts – 1 lb (4 pieces, 4 oz each)

• Egg whites – 2, lightly beaten

• Dried plain breadcrumbs – ½ cup

• Italian seasoning – 1 tbsp

• Table salt – ½ tsp (or to taste)

• Olive oil – 1 tsp

• Canned tomato sauce – 1½ cups

• Part-skim mozzarella cheese – ½ cup, shredded

• Grated Parmesan cheese – 2 tbsp

• Fresh basil – 1 tbsp, chopped

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly coat a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil spray.

2. Prepare the chicken: Place each chicken breast between two sheets of plastic wrap. Gently pound to an even thickness of about ½ inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin.

3. Dredge the chicken: Dip each chicken breast into the beaten egg whites, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then, dredge in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

4. Cook the chicken: In a large nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.

5. Assemble the dish: Place the browned chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish. Pour the tomato sauce evenly over each piece. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.

6. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh basil over the top before serving.

Serving Suggestions:

• Pair with a side of whole wheat spaghetti or zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

• Serve alongside a fresh green salad for added vegetables.

Enjoy your healthier take on a classic favourite!