Low Fat Chicken with Mushroom Sauce
Delight in a guilt-free yet flavorful dining experience with this Low Fat Chicken with Mushroom Sauce recipe, a perfect choice for health-conscious food lovers. Tender, golden-browned skinless chicken breasts are paired with a rich and creamy mushroom sauce made lighter with low-fat milk and low-sodium chicken broth. Infused with the earthy flavor of fresh thyme, a hint of garlic, and brightened with a squeeze of lemon juice, this dish delivers restaurant-quality taste without the extra calories. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy one-pan recipe is ideal for busy weeknights, offering a wholesome and satisfying meal the whole family will adore. Serve it with steamed veggies or a crisp green salad for a balanced, low-fat dinner that's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces skinless, boneless chicken breasts
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 0.5 cup low-fat milk
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Season the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sliced cremini mushrooms. Sauté for 5 minutes until the mushrooms are tender and have released their juices.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, low-fat milk, and cornstarch until smooth.
Step 5
Pour the broth mixture into the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir continuously until the sauce begins to thicken, about 4-5 minutes.
Step 6
Add the fresh thyme and lemon juice to the sauce, and stir to combine.
Step 7
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning the mushroom sauce over the top. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to heat through.
Step 8
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Step 9
Serve the chicken hot with the mushroom sauce on top. Ideal pairings include steamed vegetables or a simple side salad.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1337.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1445.5 |
| Total Fat 42.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 10.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 601.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1845.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 11.5g | |
| Protein 229.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 80.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 266.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2623.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories