Low Fat Crispy Breaded Chicken Fillets
Achieve the perfect balance of crunch and health with these Low Fat Crispy Breaded Chicken Fillets—a guilt-free twist on a comfort food classic! This baked recipe features tender, juicy chicken fillets coated in a tangy Greek yogurt marinade seasoned with garlic, oregano, and lemon, then encrusted in wholesome whole wheat breadcrumbs and a touch of Parmesan cheese for an irresistible crispy finish. Using cooking spray and the oven method keeps the fat content low while still delivering that golden, fried-like texture. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy, high-protein meal is ideal for busy weeknights, pairing beautifully with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables. Perfect keywords: low-fat breaded chicken, crispy baked chicken, healthy chicken recipe, easy weeknight dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (non-fat)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create four equally thick fillets.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Add the chicken fillets to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them sit for at least 10 minutes.
In another shallow dish, combine the whole wheat breadcrumbs and the grated Parmesan cheese.
Remove a piece of chicken from the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off, and then place it into the breadcrumb mixture. Press down to ensure the crumbs adhere to the chicken, then flip and repeat for the other side.
Place the breaded chicken onto the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining chicken fillets.
Lightly coat the tops of the chicken with cooking spray to help them crisp up in the oven.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and the breading is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, low-fat crispy breaded chicken fillets!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.7 g | 43% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 316 mg | 105% | |
| Sodium | 3855 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.0 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 157.9 g | 316% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 598 mg | 46% | |
| Iron | 10.1 mg | 56% | |
| Potassium | 1670 mg | 36% | |
*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.
