WW Italian Chicken and Potato Bake

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WW Italian Chicken and Potato Bake is a delicious dish. We can make this dish with chicken, onions, tomatoes, potatoes, olive oil, parmesan cheese, and seasoning. These ingredients are simple enough and easily available at grocery stores. Include some additional vegetables like bell pepper, zucchini, and mushrooms to make this dish more flavorful. This dish requires only one hour, so it works nicely for busy weekdays. This dish contains Parmesan cheese as a garnish, and it is optional, so you can skip this cheese if you have a dairy allergy. WW Italian Chicken and Potato Bake stores well, so it is easily to prepare them in advance. This recipe contains 7 WW points in one serving; it falls within a practical range of this recipe.

STATS:

  • Calories: 360 kcal
  • Time for prep: Fifteen minutes
  • Portion size: 1 plate
  • Cook time: 40 minutes
  • Cuisine: Italian-inspired
  • Total time: 55 minutes
  • Course: Dinner
  • Diet: WW-friendly
  • Portion: 4

EQUIPMENT:

  • Oven
  • Roasting pan
  • Chopping board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Measuring spoons

INGREDIENTS:

  • Dried oregano: One teaspoon
  • Chicken breast chunks: 3½ cups
  • Baby potatoes: 3½ cups
  • Olive oil: 1½ tbsp.
  • Garlic: One tablespoon
  • Dried thyme: ½ tsp.
  • Paprika: ½ tsp.
  • Salt: ½ tsp.
  • Black pepper: ¼ tsp.
  • Red onion: One cup
  • Dried basil: One teaspoon
  • Cherry tomatoes: One cup
  • Fresh parsley: 2 tbsp.
  • Grated Parmesan cheese: ¼ cup

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREAST:

  • It adds the protein in this bake. It doesn’t contain any fat content, so it is perfect for the WW diet. It makes the dish filling and satisfying. Cut the small pieces of chicken so they cook equally.

BABY POTATOES:

  • Use the baby potatoes with the skin to add extra fiber content to the dish. This also helps to hold the shape during baking. Potatoes provide comfort in the dish.

OLIVE OIL:

  • Olive oil is used in a measured quantity strictly to control the WW points. It is used to roast the vegetables and chicken.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic provides the deep flavor and aroma in the dish. Use the fresh garlic for good aromatic results. Don’t use the pre-minced or garlic powder, as they don’t provide a strong flavor.

RED ONIONS:

  • Red onions will add moisture content and help the chicken to stay juicy. It becomes soft and provides a slightly sweet taste after roasting.

CHERRY TOMATOES:

  • Cherry tomatoes make the dish juicier. It helps to create a slight sauce, and it will balance the richness of the chicken and potatoes.

PARSLEY:

  • Use the fresh parsley to garnish this dish. It makes the dish refreshing by providing a herbal aroma.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • This Parmesan cheese adds the umami flavor and indulgent taste to this dish. Use the parmesan cheese in small quantities to keep the WW points in control.

SEASONING:

  • We season this dish with oregano, thyme, basil, salt, paprika, & black pepper. This blend provides the real Italian flavor. It makes the dish more flavorful and delicious.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. We warm the oven to 200°C.
  2. Apply the oil lightly to the roasting pan.
  3. Add the potatoes, olive oil, garlic, salt, basil, thyme, chicken, oregano, black pepper, & paprika in the bowl and mix to coat them evenly.
  4. Then we spread the mixture in one layer in a roasting pan.
  5. Include the onion slices and cherry tomatoes over the mixture.
  6. Put the foil loosely on the mixture and bake for twenty-five minutes.
  7. Now remove the foil & roast for 15 more minutes or till the chicken gets done & the potatoes get tender.
  8. Garnish the dish with parsley & parmesan cheese and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLE:

  • Steamed broccoli
  • Roasted zucchini
  • Green beans
  • Mixed bell peppers

SALADS:

  • Garden salad with lemon vinaigrette
  • Cucumber and tomato salad
  • Spinach and arugula salad

SIDES:

  • Quinoa or bulgur
  • Light vegetable soup
  • Roasted cauliflower

TIPS:

  • We have to slice the chicken & potatoes into equal sizes so they get done at the same time.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan, and spread them properly so they get crisp instead of getting steamed.
  • Add the herbs according to your taste, but add the salt with care to manage the WW points.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the dish to the tightly closed dish and store for three days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze the portions for one month in the sealed vessel.

FAQs:

Will I make use of chicken thighs instead?

  • Yes, use the chicken thighs to make the dish more flavorful. It will slightly increase the WW points and calories because it contains high-fat content.

Can we include some extra vegetables?

  • Include some zucchini, mushrooms, or bell peppers to add more flavors in it.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 360 kcal

Portion: 1 portion

Net carbs: 28 g

Portion size: 350 g

Total carbs: 32 g

Fiber: 4 g

Protein: 38 g

Fat: 10 g

Potassium: 0.9 g

Calcium: 0.18 g

Vitamin A: 0.0006 g

Iron: 0.004 g

Sodium: 0.55 g