Low Fat Honey Butter Chicken
Delight in the guilt-free indulgence of Low Fat Honey Butter Chicken, a healthy twist on a comforting classic! This recipe combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a luscious glaze made from reduced-fat butter, sweet honey, a splash of apple cider vinegar, and bright, tangy lemon juice. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of black pepper, this dish is packed with flavor while staying light on calories. The chicken is oven-finished for a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth texture, making it an ideal protein-packed centerpiece for a wholesome weeknight dinner or meal prep. Ready in just 40 minutes and easily served alongside roasted vegetables or a fresh green salad, this low-fat yet satisfying recipe will quickly become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 as needed olive oil spray
- 2 tablespoons reduced-fat butter spread
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly spray a large nonstick skillet with olive oil and place over medium-high heat.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika on both sides.
Add the chicken to the skillet and sear each side for about 3-4 minutes, until they are golden brown. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the reduced-fat butter spread to the skillet. Allow it to melt.
Stir in honey, apple cider vinegar, and lemon juice into the melted butter, mixing well.
Return the chicken breasts to the skillet, and spoon the honey butter sauce over the chicken to coat evenly.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven. Alternatively, transfer the chicken and sauce to a baking dish if your skillet is not oven-safe.
Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked through and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes. Baste the chicken with the sauce from the pan before serving.
Serve the chicken hot, optionally garnished with fresh lemon slices or herbs like parsley.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 35.7 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 602 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 3063 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.7 g | ||
| Protein | 217.1 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1949 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.
