Low Sodium Cheddar Chicken
Indulge in the deliciously satisfying flavors of Low Sodium Cheddar Chicken—an irresistible dish that’s big on taste and mindful of your health. This recipe transforms boneless, skinless chicken breasts into a savory masterpiece with a flavorful spice rub featuring paprika, garlic powder, and dried thyme. Coated in a crunchy ground oat crust and topped with melted low-sodium cheddar cheese, this dish delivers a healthier twist on classic comfort food without compromising on flavor. Perfectly seared for a golden exterior and baked to perfection, every bite is tender, cheesy, and delightfully seasoned. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, this quick, 45-minute oven-baked chicken recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions while catering to low-sodium dietary needs.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 cup grated low-sodium cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup ground oats
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish with a bit of olive oil.
In a small bowl, combine black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried thyme.
Rub each chicken breast with olive oil, then coat evenly with the spice mixture.
Place the ground oats in a shallow bowl. Coat each chicken breast in the ground oats, pressing gently to adhere.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Sear the chicken breasts on each side for 2-3 minutes, or until lightly golden (do not cook through).
Transfer the seared chicken breasts to the prepared baking dish.
Top each chicken breast evenly with the grated low-sodium cheddar cheese.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your delicious, low-sodium cheddar chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2391 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.1 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.4 g | 252% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 774 mg | 258% | |
| Sodium | 731 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.7 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 259.1 g | 518% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 971 mg | 75% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2407 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.
