Low Fat Italian Dressing Chicken
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this flavorful and healthy Low Fat Italian Dressing Chicken recipe! Featuring tender, juicy chicken breasts marinated in tangy low-fat Italian dressing, this dish delivers big flavor without the added guilt. The simple marinade infuses every bite with zesty herb and vinegar notes, while a quick bake in the oven ensures perfectly cooked chicken in under 30 minutes. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness, making this dish as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or pairing with your favorite veggies and grains, this high-protein, low-fat recipe is as easy as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup low-fat Italian dressing
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 1 serving (for greasing) olive oil spray
Instructions
Place the chicken breasts in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.
Pour the low-fat Italian dressing over the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully coated.
Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a baking dish with olive oil spray.
Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade and place them in the prepared baking dish. Discard the leftover marinade.
Season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Garnish with fresh parsley and enjoy with your favorite side dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3743 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.7 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 215.8 g | 432% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 1787 mg | 38% | |
*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.
