Chicken breasts often get a bad rap for being boring, but they sure don’t have to be. Take this Golden Baked Chicken for example. It’s impossibly juicy, full of savory flavor, and nestled in a creamy sauce that’s finished off with comforting provolone and some buttery cracker crunch. That? Well that’s anything but boring.
Servings: 4
WW Points: Approximately 4–5 Points per serving
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup whole wheat panko breadcrumbs or crushed corn flakes
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray.
- Season the chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Spread the mixture evenly over each chicken breast.
- Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs or crushed corn flakes over the top.
- Lightly spray the topping with cooking spray to help it crisp up.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- For an extra golden, crispy finish, broil for the last 2–3 minutes.
Nutrition (Approximate per serving):
- Calories: 235
- Protein: 39g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fat: 6g
WW Points: 4–5 Points per serving (depending on your WeightWatchers plan).