Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

This is a really easy and tasty dish that you really won’t believe is low in fat. Grated parmesan, when used in moderation is fairly low calorie – there are 22 calories in 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese. This easy chicken recipe is crispy on top, while fat-free mayonnaise makes it moist.

 

Weight Watchers Parmesan Chicken Cutlets

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoned breadcrumbs
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Method:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2. In a re-sealable plastic bag, combine cheese, crumbs and all seasonings; shake well.
3. Transfer mixture to plate; dip each chicken breast in cheese mixture, turning to coat all sides.
4. Arrange on non-stick baking sheet.
5. Bake until chicken is cooked through, 20 – 25 minutes.

Tips: The coating will stick to the chicken better if you spread a little low-fat mayo or use a low calorie spray and spread on the chicken – it doesn’t add that many extra calories and it will crisp up better.

Serves 4 – Nutrition Per Serving:
Calories 178, Fat 5g, Carbohydrate 3g, Fibre less than 1g, Sugar less than 1g, Protein 28g