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!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

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
• 0 as needed Olive oil spray

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, combine orange juice and orange zest.

Step 3

In another shallow bowl, mix together the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, thyme, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Dip each chicken breast into the orange juice mixture, ensuring it is completely coated.

Step 5

Next, dredge the chicken breast in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to ensure the crumbs stick evenly to the chicken.

Step 6

Place the crumb-coated chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them out evenly.

Step 7

Lightly spray the tops of the chicken breasts with olive oil spray to help them crisp while baking.

Step 8

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).

Step 9

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

Step 10

Serve immediately with your choice of vegetables or a side salad for a delicious, healthy meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(935.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1569.4

Total Fat 33.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 601.6mg	0%
Sodium 2467.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.8g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 233.5g	0%

Vitamin D 7.0IU	0%
Calcium 291.0mg	0%
Iron 10.5mg	0%
Potassium 2229.4mg	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: 19.6%

Protein: 60.3%

Carbs: 20.1%