Heart-Healthy Homemade Chicken Minis
Elevate your snack game with these **Heart-Healthy Homemade Chicken Minis**, a guilt-free twist on a beloved classic! Perfect for health-conscious food lovers, this recipe features tender, protein-packed chicken breast coated in a flavorful mix of whole wheat flour, garlic, and onion powder, cooked to crispy perfection without deep frying. Nestled in soft whole wheat dinner rolls brushed with a subtly sweet honey glaze, these mini sandwiches are both wholesome and satisfying. With skim milk, olive oil, and low-sodium chicken broth adding a lighter touch, these bite-sized treats are ideal for busy weeknights, game day gatherings, or meal prepping. Ready in just 45 minutes and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients, they’re the ultimate combo of flavor and health. Don't forget the optional sprinkle of parsley for a fresh pop of color!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Skinless, boneless chicken breast
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 tablespoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Skim milk
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Low-sodium chicken broth
- 12 Whole wheat dinner rolls
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch cubes.
In a bowl, combine whole wheat flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg white and skim milk.
Dip each chicken cube into the milk mixture, then roll in the flour mixture to coat.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken cubes and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, until cooked through.
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over low heat. Add honey and chicken broth, stirring until well combined and slightly thickened.
Brush the honey-broth mixture over the tops of the whole wheat dinner rolls.
Place a piece of cooked chicken between each roll, sandwiching them together to create a mini sandwich.
Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3121 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.1 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.4 g | 77% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 393 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 4166 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 410.8 g | 149% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.8 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.1 g | ||
| Protein | 218.7 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 683 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 24.3 mg | 135% | |
| Potassium | 2931 mg | 62% | |
*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.
