Low Sodium Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this flavorful and heart-healthy **Low Sodium Grilled Chicken with Tomato Sauce**! Perfectly seasoned boneless, skinless chicken breasts are expertly grilled to juicy perfection, creating a smoky, tender base for an elegant homemade tomato sauce. The sauce features fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and sweet hints of honey, beautifully balanced with a touch of red wine vinegar and fresh basil for a burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a cooking process that locks in maximum taste without excess sodium, this dish is ideal for those seeking healthy eating without compromising on flavor. Serve this easy yet impressive entrée alongside a simple salad or steamed veggies for a wholesome, crowd-pleasing meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious! Keywords: low sodium recipe, grilled chicken, healthy tomato sauce, heart-healthy dinner, easy healthy recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
Instructions
Start by preparing the chicken. Place the chicken breasts on a cutting board. Brush each piece with olive oil on both sides.
In a small bowl, mix together garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. Sprinkle this seasoning mix evenly over each side of the chicken breasts.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Once heated, place the chicken breasts on the grill.
Grill the chicken for approximately 6-8 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from the grill and let rest.
While the chicken is grilling, prepare the tomato sauce. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add chopped onions to the saucepan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are translucent. Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the chopped tomatoes, and allow the mixture to simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and create a sauce.
Add the red wine vinegar and honey to the sauce, stirring well to incorporate. Continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
Finally, add the fresh chopped basil leaves to the tomato sauce and stir. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
Plate the grilled chicken and generously spoon the tomato sauce over the top. Serve immediately for a delicious low sodium meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1693 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.5 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.4 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 578 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.5 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.8 g | ||
| Protein | 228.7 g | 457% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 4574 mg | 97% | |
*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.
