Low Fat Buttermilk Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful Low Fat Buttermilk Chicken recipe—perfectly juicy, tender, and packed with zesty goodness. Featuring skinless chicken breasts marinated in low-fat buttermilk, lemon juice, and a medley of aromatic spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika, this dish strikes a balance between health-conscious and indulgent. The marinade infuses the chicken with tangy richness while keeping it wonderfully moist during baking. Searing the chicken in olive oil before finishing it off in the oven adds a delectable golden crust without unnecessary fat. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this deliciously light and easy recipe is ideal for anyone seeking a high-protein, low-fat meal full of vibrant flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s perfect for busy nights but elegant enough to impress guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breast
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag.
In a mixing bowl, combine the low-fat buttermilk, lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the buttermilk mixture over the chicken in the bag, seal it, and massage to ensure the chicken is fully coated.
Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for better flavor.
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove the chicken from the marinade and shake off excess buttermilk.
Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and registers an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven, let it rest for a few minutes, and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1075 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.8 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 423 mg | 141% | |
| Sodium | 3022 mg | 131% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 143.9 g | 288% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 383 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1927 mg | 41% | |
*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.
