Baked Parmesan Chicken Recipe

This chicken parmesan is an easy, healthy, and delicious dinner for a busy weeknight. It has a crispy Parmesan coating and simple seasonings; it doesn’t come with the heaviness of more traditional ways to cook this. It can be thrown together in minutes and just one baking dish.

**I first made this recipe in 2014, and it has been reupdated in 2023 to reflect the new Weight Watchers Program points**

This low-carb, high-protein chicken parmesan is an easy dinner option that even picky eaters will enjoy! Make a crispy parmesan coating out of simple pantry seasonings! Since it’s baked, not fried, it has flavor without any added carbohydrates or calories. It’s a quick-to-prep, family-friendly recipe that pairs with easy side dishes for a filling weeknight dinner. 

Baked Parmesan Chicken Ingredients:

• Chicken Breasts – Boneless skinless chicken breasts are the lowest calorie and high protein to use.
• Parmesan Cheese
• Panko Breadcrumbs
• Paprika
• Dried Parsley
• Garlic Salt
• Pepper
• Egg

How To Make WW Parmesan Chicken:

Preheat your oven to 400 degrees

Spray a baking dish with a nonstick spray and set to the side. I used a 9×13 Pyrex dish and had plenty of room for the chicken.

In a bowl, combine all your dry ingredients and stir together with a fork until well blended.

Crack the egg into a separate bowl for an egg wash to brush onto your chicken before dipping it into the breading. 

Beat your egg with a fork.

Use a basting brush to brush the egg onto your chicken breasts.

Use a fork to dip your chicken into your breading until it is well coated. 

**You could do this in a bag as well, but I did a bowl this time**

Place your breaded chicken breast into your baking dish.

Repeat until all chicken breasts are coated.

Bake in the oven for about 35 minutes until they reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees or higher. Use a meat thermometer to verify the temperature.

Serve and enjoy!!

How To Store Leftover Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

In the fridge, you can store leftover baked chicken parmesan in an airtight container for up to three days.

What To Serve With Skinny Chicken Parmesan:

Sides: Air Fryer Bacon Asparagus, Oven Roasted Baby Potatoes, Air Fryer Brussell Sprouts, Green Beans, Caesar Salad, Green Salad, Baked Sweet Potatoes, Air Fryer Broccoli, Grilled Zucchini, Grilled Corn On The Cob, Air Fryer Zucchini Chips, Crockpot Quinoa, Cole Slaw

Other Variations Of Chicken Parmesan:

Chicken Parmesan is one of those dishes that the whole family and the kids will love! If you want more variations and tips on Chicken Parmesan, check out Easy Chicken Parmesan Recipes. (see the post -> here)

• Chicken Parmesan Skillet Dinner
• Easy Chicken Parmesan
• Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan Recipe
• Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan Recipe
• Crockpot Chicken Parm Soup Recipe

Weight Watchers Points Breakdown

Following the recipe card below, the WW points are 1 per serving. Be sure to use the Weight Watchers app and WW Calculator when making yours, as points may vary by brand.

Macros For Baked Chicken Parmesan

Following the recipe card below, the macros per serving are 161 calories, 1 gram of carbs, 7 grams of fat, and 24 grams of protein.

Weight Watchers Chicken Recipes:

WW chicken recipes are my favorite even not on the plan they are low calorie and low carb, and if chicken is used its higher protein! I love chicken, so having a lower-point main dish means I can enjoy higher-point side dishes!

• Garlic Chicken
• Ranch Chicken
• Chicken Stove Top Casserole
• Chicken Taco Soup
• WW Chicken Fried Rice
• Cilantro Lime Chicken

Weight Watchers Chicken Parmesan Points Breakdown

Only the cheese and the bread crumbs have points in this recipe. You don’t use all the breading in this, but I err on the side of caution and would instead track too many points. If you have a lot left or bread your piece less than others, you could manually lower your point value.

Macros For High Protein Chicken Parmesan

The protein in chicken parmesan is one reason I love it! The macros for making 8 servings are 190 calories, 5 grams of fat, 33 grams of protein, and 1 gram of carbs. This is a high-protein, low-carb recipe. I love to pair it with pasta to fill my carbs for the meal. This recipe is higher in protein when you make it with four servings instead of 8.

I calculated this information using a third-party tool and are meant to be a helpful reference only. Actual values will vary based on the specific ingredients, brands, and portion sizes you use.

A Note From Jenny

When starting any healthy lifestyle, consult a doctor to address any personal health concerns. Some things can only be addressed medically and by a professional. Blood sugar levels, blood pressure, and hormones checked at a physical before starting and at least once a year, as these all can affect an active lifestyle.

With so many different programs, such as Weight Watchers, Keto, and macros, it can be hard to know what to pick. (If you’re interested in Weight Watchers, you can sign up -> here and sign up for $10/month for 10 months.)

I personally use the app Myfitnesspal to track my food.  I use macros and focus on High Protein (calories, fat, protein, and carbohydrates) and rotate through cuts and maintenance calories. (Use a calculator like this -> here)  . I did WW for years, but now that I am more maintenance, with cuts throughout the year, and focusing on mobility with strength training. There is no right or wrong answer, as all bodies are different.