Low Sodium Basil Chicken

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful yet heart-healthy Low Sodium Basil Chicken recipe, a lighter spin on the classic basil chicken dish. Succulent strips of boneless, skinless chicken breast are paired with vibrant red bell peppers, tender onions, and aromatic fresh basil leaves in a savory, low-sodium soy sauce and chicken broth base. A dash of black pepper and red chili flakes add a gentle kick, while a cornstarch slurry thickens the sauce to glossy perfection without overwhelming the dish. Ready in just 45 minutes, this quick-to-make dish retains the bold flavors you love while being mindful of your sodium intake. Serve it over steamed rice or alongside your favorite grain for a wholesome, satisfying meal that’s as good for the soul as it is for the body.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
• 4 large Garlic cloves
• 0.5 cup Low sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 2 tablespoons Low sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Slice the chicken breast into thin strips and set aside.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and julienne the red bell pepper and yellow onion.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry and set aside.

Step 4

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 5

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic, julienned red bell pepper, and yellow onion. Sauté for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the vegetables. Pour in the low sodium chicken broth and low sodium soy sauce. Stir to combine.

Step 7

Stir in the black pepper and red chili flakes to the skillet.

Step 8

Add the cornstarch slurry to the skillet, stirring quickly to thicken the sauce.

Step 9

Reduce heat to low and add the fresh basil leaves. Stir gently until the basil is wilted and the sauce has thickened, about 2 minutes.

Step 10

Serve the basil chicken hot with steamed rice or your choice of side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(941.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1184.6

Total Fat 45.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 385.6mg	0%
Sodium 1779.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 149.9g	0%

Vitamin D 22.7IU	0%
Calcium 172.2mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1965.7mg	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: 35.2%

Protein: 52.1%

Carbs: 12.7%