High Protein Cheesy Baked Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this High Protein Cheesy Baked Chicken recipe, the perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition! Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, onion, paprika, and black pepper, then topped with a creamy mixture of low-fat Greek yogurt, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheese. Baked to golden, bubbly perfection, this dish packs a powerful protein punch while keeping it light with wholesome ingredients. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for busy nights yet impressive enough for guests. Sprinkle with fresh parsley for a vibrant finish and pair with a side of roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a balanced, satisfying meal. It's the ultimate cheesy baked chicken recipe for health-conscious foodies and comfort food lovers alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish in a single layer.
In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese.
Spread the cheese and yogurt mixture evenly over the top of the chicken breasts.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the cheese and yogurt layer.
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 107.7 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.3 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 762 mg | 254% | |
| Sodium | 5086 mg | 221% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 295.3 g | 591% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2009 mg | 155% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 502 mg | 11% | |
*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.
