Heart-Healthy Chicken with Cream Sauce

Savor a comforting and nutritious dinner with this *Heart-Healthy Chicken with Cream Sauce*, a light yet satisfying recipe that’s perfect for health-conscious food lovers. This dish combines tender, golden-browned chicken breasts with a velvety cream sauce made from low-fat Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk, ensuring indulgent flavor without the extra calories. Infused with fresh spinach, garlic, thyme, and a bright hint of lemon zest, it’s a wholesome meal bursting with vibrant flavors. With only 15 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the kitchen, this easy-to-make entrée is ideal for busy weeknights or stress-free meal prepping. Serve it with a side of whole grains or steamed vegetables for a perfectly balanced, heart-healthy dinner the whole family will adore!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Skinless, boneless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 2 cups Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Season the chicken breasts lightly with salt and black pepper.

Step 3

In a large oven-safe skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add minced garlic and fresh thyme, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 6

Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet.

Step 7

Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk the unsweetened almond milk and cornstarch until smooth, then add to the skillet.

Step 9

Reduce heat to low and stir in the plain non-fat Greek yogurt until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened.

Step 10

Add the lemon zest and lemon juice to the sauce, stirring well.

Step 11

Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the sauce over each piece.

Step 12

Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).

Step 13

Remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Step 14

Serve each chicken breast with a generous portion of the cream sauce, ensuring a balanced serving of spinach with each plate.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1613.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1725.6

Total Fat 57.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 599.6mg	0%
Sodium 1517.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.2g	0%
Total Sugars 11.4g
Protein 250.9g	0%

Vitamin D 94.8IU	0%
Calcium 967.4mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 2994.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 30.9%

Protein: 60.3%

Carbs: 8.8%