Low Fat Baked Chicken with Cheese
Indulge in a guilt-free comfort meal with this Low Fat Baked Chicken with Cheese recipe, a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Juicy, boneless skinless chicken breasts are seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and a medley of Italian herbs, then baked to perfection for a tender, succulent bite every time. A generous sprinkle of low-fat mozzarella cheese adds a creamy, melty finish without the extra calories. This quick and easy recipe requires just 15 minutes of prep time and is baked to golden, cheesy glory in under 30 minutes, making it an ideal weeknight dinner. Garnished with fresh parsley and versatile enough to pair with steamed veggies or a crisp salad, this dish delivers big flavor on a low-fat budget—perfect for healthy eaters and cheese lovers alike. Keywords: low fat chicken recipe, baked chicken with cheese, healthy chicken dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup low fat mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with a small amount of olive oil.
Place the boneless, skinless chicken breasts in the prepared baking dish.
Brush each chicken breast lightly with olive oil to ensure they remain moist.
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, onion powder, dried Italian herbs, salt, and black pepper.
Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes.
Remove the foil and sprinkle the low fat mozzarella cheese evenly on top of the chicken breasts.
Return to the oven and bake, uncovered, for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the chicken is cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for a few minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Serve hot with your choice of side dishes such as steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1408 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.5 g | 68% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 619 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 2019 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 227.4 g | 455% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 444 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1946 mg | 41% | |
*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.
