High Protein Cheesy Baked Chicken

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this High Protein Cheesy Baked Chicken recipe—a deliciously satisfying dish that's as nutritious as it is flavorful. Juicy chicken breasts are seasoned to perfection with a blend of garlic, onion, paprika, and black pepper, then generously topped with a creamy mixture of low-fat Greek yogurt, Parmesan, and mozzarella cheeses. Baked until golden and bubbly, this protein-packed meal is both wholesome and irresistibly cheesy. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep, it’s ready in just 45 minutes and is guaranteed to please even the pickiest eaters. Garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this dish pairs beautifully with roasted veggies or a simple side salad. Try this easy, low-carb, and high-protein chicken recipe to elevate your dinner routine!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Brush the chicken breasts with olive oil on both sides.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika.

Step 4

Sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the chicken breasts.

Step 5

Place the seasoned chicken breasts in a baking dish in a single layer.

Step 6

In a medium bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, and half of the mozzarella cheese.

Step 7

Spread the cheese and yogurt mixture evenly over the top of the chicken breasts.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top of the cheese and yogurt layer.

Step 9

Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1184.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2358.4

Total Fat 107.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 45.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.9g
Cholesterol 761.7mg	0%
Sodium 5086.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.4g	0%
Total Sugars 27.9g
Protein 295.3g	0%

Vitamin D 88.2IU	0%
Calcium 2008.9mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 501.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 51.1%

Carbs: 7.0%