Heart-Healthy Caesar Chicken
Elevate your dinner game with this flavorful and nourishing Heart-Healthy Caesar Chicken recipe! Packed with lean protein and a tangy, creamy yogurt-based dressing, this dish is a lightened-up twist on the classic Caesar flavor profile. Each tender boneless, skinless chicken breast is marinated in a vibrant blend of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic, and Dijon mustard, then baked to juicy perfection. Tossed with a low-fat Greek yogurt and Parmesan dressing, it’s garnished with whole-grain croutons and fresh parsley for irresistible texture and zest. Ready in just 35 minutes, this heart-healthy meal is perfect for busy weeknights or impressing guests while keeping your health goals in check. Serve it with leafy greens for a complete and balanced dinner that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious! Keywords: heart-healthy recipe, Caesar chicken, low-fat dinner, easy baked chicken, healthy weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 0.5 cups Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup Whole grain croutons
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or a zip-lock bag and pour the olive oil mixture over them. Let the chicken marinate for about 10 minutes.
While the chicken is marinating, prepare the dressing. In a separate bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, Parmesan cheese, black pepper, and salt. Mix until smooth and set aside.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Once done, take the chicken out of the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes.
Slice the cooked chicken into strips and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Add the yogurt dressing to the sliced chicken and gently toss to coat the chicken evenly.
Garnish with whole grain croutons and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the top before serving.
Serve warm with a side of leafy greens for a complete heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.1 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 103% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 611 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 3908 mg | 170% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 171.8 g | 62% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 256.5 g | 513% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 662 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2489 mg | 53% | |
*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.
