Easy Mozzarella Chicken (Low Carb Chicken Parma)
This Mozzarella Chicken delivers 16g protein and 261 calories per serving — a lower-protein, moderate-calorie option for adding dairy-based variety to your rotation. Batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop in quick prep time, making it suitable for side meals or lighter training days. Built for lifters who need versatile options that pair with higher-protein staples during the week.
Ingredients
- •Chicken Breast, Boneless Skinless
Boneless skinless. Buy in bulk and freeze — Costco rotisserie packs work too.
- •Italian seasoning(15g)
- •Paprika, Ground(5g)
- •Onion powder(3g)
- •1 pinch salt (to season)
- •1 pinch pepper (to season)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Yellow Onion
- •Garlic(240g)
- •Bell Pepper
- •Tomato, Canned, Crushed
- •Tomato Paste(30g)
- •Red pepper flakes
- •Mozzarella Cheese(180g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Parsley, Fresh(15g)
Instructions
- 1Arrange oven shelf to the middle of the oven. Preheat broiler (or grill in Australia) on medium heat.
- 2Season chicken with 2 teaspoons of Italian seasoning, paprika, onion powder, salt and pepper.
- 3Heat oil in a pan or skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken on both sides until browned and cooked through (about 8 minutes each side). Transfer to a plate; set aside.
- 4Cook the onion in the same pan until transparent (about 3-4 minutes) scraping any browned bits form the bottom of the pan, then add in the garlic and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add the fire roasted pepper (or capsicum), crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, crushed red pepper flakes (if including) and remaining Italian seasoning. Give it a good stir to mix well.
- 5Bring to a simmer and allow the sauce to thicken while stirring occasionally (about 4 minutes).
- 6Arrange the chicken in the sauce and top each breast with 2-3 tablespoons of mozzarella cheese per breast. Transfer to the oven to broil for 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese in browned and bubbling.
- 7Garnish with parsley and serve.
Nutrition — Per Serving
261
calories
16g
protein
12g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 26g
- Saturated fat
- 5.2g
- Sodium
- 298 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.9g
4 servings per batch · ~126g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Easy Mozzarella Chicken have per serving?
Each serving contains 16g of protein and 261 calories, with 12g fat and 26g carbs. While lower in protein than other chicken options, it's still a viable choice for hitting daily targets across multiple meals.
How long does Easy Mozzarella Chicken take to prep?
This recipe has quick prep time and batch-preps 4 servings on the stovetop, making it efficient for weekday meal prep. You're looking at minimal active time investment for a full dinner component.
Is Easy Mozzarella Chicken good for fat loss?
At 261 calories per serving with 16g protein, this works for fat loss when used as part of a structured meal plan where portion control is already in place. The calorie content is manageable for deficit maintenance.
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