Low Fat Chicken with Caramelized Onions
Elevate your weeknight dinners with this Low Fat Chicken with Caramelized Onions—a healthy yet indulgent one-skillet recipe that’s as easy as it is delicious. Tender, juicy chicken breasts are seared to perfection, then simmered in a rich, flavorful sauce featuring sweet, golden caramelized onions, a splash of balsamic vinegar, and fresh thyme. This low-fat dish uses just a tablespoon of olive oil, making it a guilt-free option for health-conscious diners without sacrificing flavor. With a total cook time of under an hour, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings but elegant enough to serve at a family gathering. Pair it with steamed veggies or a side of brown rice for a complete, wholesome meal everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 medium Yellow onions
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Slice the yellow onions thinly into even pieces and set aside.
Season the boneless, skinless chicken breasts on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat a large, non-stick skillet over medium heat and add half the olive oil (1/2 tablespoon).
Sear the chicken breasts in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the remaining olive oil (1/2 tablespoon).
Add the sliced onions and a pinch of salt to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15-20 minutes or until the onions are soft and golden brown. If the onions start to stick, add a splash of chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
Once the onions are caramelized, add the minced garlic and fresh thyme. Stir and cook for 1 minute to combine the flavors.
Add the balsamic vinegar to the skillet, stir, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the vinegar has been absorbed.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, nestling them among the onions.
Pour the chicken broth into the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover the skillet and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
Remove the skillet from the heat and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve the chicken warm, topped with the caramelized onions and any remaining flavorful broth from the skillet.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 39.4 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 1987 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 221.5 g | 443% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2412 mg | 51% | |
*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.
