Chicken Italiano 6 Ww Points
Indulge in the rich, Italian-inspired flavors of Chicken Italiano, a delicious and wholesome dish that’s only 6 WW points per serving! This one-pan recipe features tender, golden-brown chicken breasts simmered in a fragrant tomato sauce infused with garlic, oregano, and basil. Finished with a melt-in-your-mouth layer of reduced-fat mozzarella and a garnish of fresh parsley, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or a comforting dinner at home. Ready in just 35 minutes, it pairs beautifully with whole-grain pasta or steamed vegetables for a balanced, satisfying meal. Low in calories yet bursting with flavor, Chicken Italiano is a guilt-free option that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (4 oz each) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 14.5 ounces (1 can, no-salt-added) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup (shredded) reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Heat the olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in the diced tomatoes (with their juices) and stir in the oregano, basil, and crushed red pepper flakes. Let the mixture simmer for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them into the tomato mixture.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken breasts.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 15 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Serve hot on its own or over a bed of whole-grain pasta or steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1123 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.0 g | 53% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 409 mg | 136% | |
| Sodium | 2467 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 163.2 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 690 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2049 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
