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Heart Healthy Balsamic Chicken Recipe

               
Balsamic Chicken
Get great flavor with just a few ingredients in this easy boneless chicken breast recipe. A tangy balsamic marinade boosts the tenderness of each bite, while heart healthy garlic and parsley add a deep earthiness to the plate.
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Ingredients
Recipe yields 4 servings
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/8 tsp black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz each), trimmed of fat and butterflied
1/4 cup chicken broth (gluten free if needed)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
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Directions
Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oil and black pepper. Place the chicken and the marinade in a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and toss to coat completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400°. Lightly coat a baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 3

Arrange marinated chicken pieces in baking pan. Roast the chicken, basting with pan juices occasionally, for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter.

Step 4

Scrape up the brown bits from the baking pan and transfer to a small saucepan. Whisk in the chicken broth and cook over medium-low heat. Drizzle the chicken broth mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle with parsley just before serving.

Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 185
Make this for: Gluten Free
Dietary Review:
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Jane Schwartz, RDN, CLT
This recipe has been reviewed by a dietitian.
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Nutrition facts
Serving Size: 4 oz chicken
Per serving:
calories:185
total fat:8g
sat fat:1g
cholesterol:66mg
sodium:134mg
total carb:0g
fibers:0g
proteins:26g

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About This Healthy Recipe

Are you looking for a heart healthy chicken recipe that is so juicy and flavorful that you won’t feel like you’re depriving yourself of anything? This delicious chicken recipe fits the bill. Low-fat chicken breasts are marinated in a vibrant mix of flavors, including balsamic vinegar, garlic, lemon juice and olive oil that make this low-calorie chicken dish anything but ordinary. It’s an easy dish to make but is far from bland or boring. Serve this chicken alongside your favorite vegetables and whole grains for a low-calorie and protein-rich dinner that is filling. You can even serve the chicken cold on top of a salad for a quick and easy lunch! And kids may like it too since the chicken is accented by such simple and satisfying flavors. At only 185 calories per serving, this diet-friendly dish is one that’s worth keeping in your repertoire, especially since it’s so versatile.

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Heart Healthy Balsamic Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
Recipe yields 4 servings
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 Tbsp olive oil
1/8 tsp black pepper
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 oz each), trimmed of fat and butterflied
1/4 cup chicken broth (gluten free if needed)
1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Step 1

In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, oil and black pepper. Place the chicken and the marinade in a resealable plastic bag. Seal the bag and toss to coat completely. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 1 day.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 400°. Lightly coat a baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 3

Arrange marinated chicken pieces in baking pan. Roast the chicken, basting with pan juices occasionally, for 25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a serving platter.

Step 4

Scrape up the brown bits from the baking pan and transfer to a small saucepan. Whisk in the chicken broth and cook over medium-low heat. Drizzle the chicken broth mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle with parsley just before serving.

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