Original Weight Watchers Orange Crumbed Baked Chicken
Delight your taste buds with the vibrant flavors of the Original Weight Watchers Orange Crumbed Baked Chicken—a healthier twist on classic breaded chicken. This enticing recipe features tender, boneless chicken breasts coated in a zesty blend of fresh orange juice and zest, then rolled in a crispy whole-wheat breadcrumb mixture enhanced with Parmesan cheese and aromatic herbs like thyme and oregano. Baked to golden perfection with a light olive oil spray, this dish is an ideal guilt-free option for dinner, clocking in at just 15 minutes of prep time. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp side salad for a nourishing, flavor-packed meal the whole family will love. Perfect for those seeking a low-calorie, high-flavor dinner idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 0.75 cup Whole-wheat bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- as needed Olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coat it with an olive oil spray.
In a shallow bowl, combine orange juice and orange zest.
In another shallow bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Dip each chicken breast into the orange juice mixture, ensuring it is completely coated.
Next, dredge the chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to ensure the crumbs stick evenly to the chicken.
Place the crumb-coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.
Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with olive oil spray to help them crisp while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve immediately with your choice of vegetables or a side salad for a delicious, healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1569 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 2467 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.6 g | ||
| Protein | 233.5 g | 467% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 10.5 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 2229 mg | 47% | |
*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.
