Heart-Healthy Creamy Chicken and Mushroom
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of "Heart-Healthy Creamy Chicken and Mushroom," a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite. Tender bite-sized chicken pieces are paired with earthy cremini mushrooms and bathed in a silky, low-fat Greek yogurt sauce infused with garlic, Dijon mustard, and fresh thyme. This dish achieves its creamy decadence without heavy cream or excess sodium, making it perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights while feeling luxurious enough for special occasions. Garnished with vibrant parsley, it’s a wholesome, protein-packed meal that’s bursting with flavor and truly wholesome. Keywords: heart-healthy recipe, creamy chicken and mushroom, low-fat chicken dish, healthy dinner ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 250 grams cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Add the chopped onion and cook for about 3 minutes until it is translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.
Add the sliced cremini mushrooms and sauté for about 5 minutes until they are soft and have released their moisture.
Pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
Stir in the low-fat Greek yogurt and dijon mustard, mixing well until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, along with fresh thyme leaves and black pepper, and stir to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
Simmer the mixture for another 5 minutes to heat through, allowing the flavors to meld.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Serve immediately, enjoying this deliciously creamy yet heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 66% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 891 mg | 39% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.7 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.3 g | ||
| Protein | 187.0 g | 374% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.0 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 2676 mg | 57% | |
*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.
