Spinach Chicken Parmesan Ww Points 4
Indulge in a healthier twist on a classic Italian favorite with Spinach Chicken Parmesan, a delicious, Weight Watchers-friendly recipe offering just 4 points per serving! Tender, seasoned chicken breasts are lightly sautéed and layered with sautéed baby spinach, rich sugar-free marinara sauce, melted part-skim mozzarella, and a crispy breadcrumb-Parmesan topping, then baked to bubbly, golden perfection. Packed with protein and vibrant flavors, this low-calorie, nutrient-rich dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s a guilt-free way to enjoy the comfort of chicken parmesan while keeping things light and wholesome.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup marinara sauce (low-sodium, sugar-free)
- 1 cup part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Italian-style breadcrumbs (light or whole wheat)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil spray and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper on both sides.
In a large skillet over medium heat, spray a little olive oil and sauté the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the baby spinach and sauté for 1-2 minutes until wilted. Set the spinach aside.
Spread 1/4 cup of marinara sauce on the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Place the browned chicken breasts on top of the marinara sauce.
Distribute the sautéed spinach evenly over the chicken breasts. Top each chicken breast with the remaining marinara sauce, dividing equally.
Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the marinara sauce, followed by grated Parmesan cheese.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with a pinch of Italian seasoning. Sprinkle this breadcrumb mixture over the cheese to give the dish a lightly crispy topping.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F) and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Serve hot and enjoy this delicious, WW-friendly Spinach Chicken Parmesan!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1147 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.2 g | 91% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 2742 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 147.2 g | 294% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1086 mg | 84% | |
| Iron | 9.3 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 1791 mg | 38% | |
*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.
