WW Pizza Chicken is a delightful and innovative culinary creation that brings the best of two worlds together – the savory satisfaction of pizza and the mindful approach of Weight Watchers. This dish is a testament to the idea that health-conscious eating can be both delicious and exciting.
At the heart of WW Pizza Chicken is a lean and tender chicken breast, serving as a canvas for a burst of pizza-inspired flavors. The chicken is carefully seasoned and topped with a medley of vibrant ingredients reminiscent of a classic pizza, such as rich tomato sauce, gooey melted cheese, and a sprinkle of savory herbs. This inventive combination allows individuals following the Weight Watchers program to indulge in the familiar taste of pizza without compromising their wellness goals.
The beauty of this dish lies in its adaptability and creative flair. It offers the flexibility to personalize toppings based on individual preferences, allowing for a variety of flavor profiles. Whether adorned with colorful bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or even a touch of turkey pepperoni, the WW Pizza Chicken can be customized to suit diverse tastes while still aligning with the Weight Watchers Points system.
As a versatile and satisfying meal option, WW Pizza Chicken can be paired with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables for a well-rounded, nutritious plate. Its clever integration of classic pizza elements into a lean protein base makes it a delightful and guilt-free choice for those seeking a flavorful journey within the boundaries of a balanced and mindful eating plan. With each savory bite, WW Pizza Chicken exemplifies the idea that wholesome meals can be both health-conscious and incredibly enjoyable.
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Pizza Chicken
Pizza baked chicken is juicy and so flavorful! An awesome change from the boring and dry! This is the perfect family meal.
yield: SERVES 4 prep time: 10 MINUTES cook time: 20 MINUTES total time: 30 MINUTES
Ingredients
- 4x small chicken breasts, flattened
- 100g (3.5 oz) of mozzarella, grated
- 1.25 cups (300ml) of passata (crushed tomatoes)
- 2 tablespoon of tomato paste
- ¾ teaspoon of onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon of garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon of dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon of dried basil
- cooking oil spray
- salt and black pepper
- fresh parsley
- optional: ½ tablespoon of granulated sweetener if you prefer a sweeter pizza sauce. (I use erythritol)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 220c, fan 180c, 425f, gas mark 7
- In a bowl combine the passata, tomato paste, onion powder, garlic powder, basil and oregano and set aside.
- Season one side of the flattened chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
- Spray a frying pan over a medium-high heat with cooking oil spray, one hot, add the flattened chicken breasts (2 at a time if needed – don’t overcrowd pan if not big enough), seasoned side down.
- Season over the top with salt and black pepper, and spray the top with cooking oil spray.
- After 2-3 mins, flip the chicken over, should be nice and golden and repeat with the other side.
- Transfer to an ovenproof dish.
- Top with the pizza sauce, and grated mozzarella.
- Bake till cheese is melted and chicken cooked through (but still tender (approx 10-12 mins).
- If you want the cheese more golden, you can finish off under the grill for a couple of minutes.
- Sprinkle with fresh parsley.
- Serve with your choice of sides
This recipe is gluten free friendly
- Slimming World – 1 Healthy Extra A per serving
- WW Personal Points: 3+ per serving (add ingredients to your WW diary for points value – as this may vary depending on your personal points zero foods)
Optional – add some additional pizza toppings of choice, like vegetables, pepperoni, olives, of different types of cheese (just adjust syn value for any toppings which are not syn free)