Heart-Healthy Mayonnaise Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this Heart-Healthy Mayonnaise Chicken recipe, a guilt-free twist on comfort food! Featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts coated in a zesty blend of low-fat mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice, this dish is packed with flavor while staying light on calories. Seasoned with aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, and oregano, and topped with whole wheat breadcrumbs for a satisfying crunch, this baked chicken recipe is as nourishing as it is delicious. Ready in under 45 minutes, it’s perfect for busy families seeking a wholesome, quick meal option. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a crisp green salad for a balanced, heart-smart dinner that’s both healthy and satisfying!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 0.5 cup low-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup whole wheat breadcrumbs
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a small bowl, mix together the low-fat mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt until smooth.
Place the chicken breasts on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the mayonnaise mixture evenly over each chicken breast with a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and whole wheat breadcrumbs evenly over the mayonnaise-coated chicken breasts. Press gently to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C) and the tops are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy mayonnaise chicken with a side of steamed vegetables or salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1722 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.2 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.9 g | 60% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 612 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 2898 mg | 126% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.1 g | ||
| Protein | 225.5 g | 451% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 11.7 mg | 65% | |
| Potassium | 2226 mg | 47% | |
*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.
