Healthy Chicken Parm - Crazy Macros - High Protein, Low Fat!

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken Breast (cut in half lengthwise to make 4 thin cutlets)
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
• 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• ½ teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
• 1 can Canned Chopped Tomatoes (14.5 oz, no added salt)
• 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
• 2 cups White Rice (uncooked; yields about 4 cups cooked)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (for pan cooking)

Instructions

1. Prepare the Chicken

   Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board and slice each breast in half horizontally to create four thin cutlets.

   Time: PT5M

2. Season the Chicken

   In a mixing bowl combine Parmesan, smoked paprika, oregano, garlic powder, and salt. Add the chicken pieces and toss until each piece is evenly coated on both sides.

   Time: PT5M

3. Cook the Chicken

   Heat 2 Tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the coated chicken pieces and cook for 4 minutes on the first side until a golden crust forms, then flip and cook another 4 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium heat

4. Add Tomato Sauce

   Reduce the heat to low, pour the canned chopped tomatoes over the chicken, and stir gently to combine.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Low heat

5. Melt the Mozzarella

   Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella evenly over the chicken and cover the skillet with a lid. Let it sit for 2 minutes until the cheese is fully melted.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: Low heat

6. Cook the Rice

   While the chicken finishes, rinse 2 cups of white rice under cold water, then combine with 4 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 12 minutes until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let stand 3 minutes.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: Boil then simmer

7. Plate and Serve

   Spoon a portion of hot rice onto each plate, top with a chicken cutlet smothered in tomato‑mozzarella sauce. Serve immediately.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

450

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

12 g

Fiber

3 g