Low Fat White Cheddar Chicken
Indulge in a creamy, guilt-free delight with this Low Fat White Cheddar Chicken recipe! Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this dish combines tender, golden-seared chicken breasts with a luscious, low-fat white cheddar cheese sauce made with Greek yogurt and almond milk for a lightened-up twist on comfort food. Seasoned with savory spices like paprika, garlic, and onion powder, and baked to perfection, this protein-packed meal captures rich, cheesy flavors without weighing you down. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Serve with steamed veggies or a fresh side salad for a wholesome, satisfying meal that everyone will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1.5 cups low-fat white cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup plain non-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large, oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Reduce heat to medium and stir in the almond milk, chicken broth, and Greek yogurt. Stir constantly to make a smooth, creamy mixture.
Gradually add the grated low-fat white cheddar cheese to the mixture, whisking until it melts and forms a creamy sauce. Avoid letting it boil.
Return the seared chicken breasts to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Carefully remove the skillet from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes.
Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the chicken for garnish (optional) and serve with your choice of steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1885 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.9 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3217 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.2 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 285.1 g | 570% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1664 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 8.0 mg | 44% | |
| Potassium | 2229 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.
