High Protein Crispy Chicken
Satisfy your craving for deliciously crispy chicken while meeting your protein goals with this High Protein Crispy Chicken recipe! This oven-baked dish combines golden panko breadcrumbs with whey protein powder for a nutritious twist, ensuring every bite is both crunchy and guilt-free. Tender chicken breasts are coated in a creamy blend of egg whites and unsweetened Greek yogurt, delivering extra moisture and flavor. With hints of Parmesan, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, this recipe is packed with bold, savory flavors. Perfect for meal prep or a wholesome family dinner, this high-protein, low-fat recipe bakes to perfection in just 25 minutes. Served with zesty lemon wedges for a bright finishing touch, it’s an irresistible balance of health and indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup whey protein powder
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- olive oil spray
- 4 wedges lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil spray.
Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Using a meat mallet, pound the chicken to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg whites and Greek yogurt until well combined.
In another shallow dish, mix together the whey protein powder, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each chicken breast first into the egg white and Greek yogurt mixture, ensuring it is fully coated, then press it into the breadcrumb mixture, covering both sides evenly.
Place the coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray to enhance crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Once cooked, remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with lemon wedges for added flavor and a side of your choice to complete the meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1966 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.4 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.3 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 674 mg | 225% | |
| Sodium | 4249 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 322.5 g | 645% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1027 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 2719 mg | 58% | |
*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.
