Heart-Healthy Costco Chicken Bake
Transform your favorite comfort food into a guilt-free indulgence with this *Heart-Healthy Costco Chicken Bake*. Packed with lean protein from tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken breast and nutrient-rich veggies like fresh spinach and red bell peppers, this dish reinvents the classic chicken bake with a nutritious twist. Wrapped in fiber-packed whole wheat pizza dough and baked to golden perfection, it's lightly stuffed with reduced-fat mozzarella and a flavorful, low-sodium Dijon mustard sauce. With just 20 minutes of prep and a total cook time of 35 minutes, this wholesome, low-fat, high-protein recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad for a complete meal. Ideal for those seeking heart-healthy, homemade alternatives to takeout, this dish will quickly become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
- 1 cup Reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups Fresh spinach
- 1 medium Red bell pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Whole wheat flour
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Cut the chicken breasts into small, bite-sized pieces.
In a skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Sauté the chicken pieces until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic, bell pepper slices, and spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted and the peppers are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the chicken back into the skillet. Stir in the low-sodium chicken broth, Dijon mustard, onion powder, oregano, and ground black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes until it's slightly thickened. If necessary, add the whole wheat flour, stirring well to incorporate, which helps to thicken the mixture.
Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly onto the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the reduced-fat mozzarella cheese over the top.
Starting from one end, carefully roll up the dough with the filling inside, much like a cinnamon roll. Pinch the edges to seal.
Place the rolled dough seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 25 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the chicken bake from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing into portions. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2241 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.5 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 312 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 3219 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 250.8 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.4 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.6 g | ||
| Protein | 181.2 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1178 mg | 91% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1814 mg | 39% | |
*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.
