Roasted Chicken with Citrus Salsa Low Fat
Brighten up your dinner table with this vibrant and healthy Roasted Chicken with Citrus Salsa! This low-fat recipe pairs juicy, oven-roasted chicken breasts seasoned with garlic and spices with a refreshing salsa made from sweet orange, tangy grapefruit, and zesty lime. The addition of red onion, fresh cilantro, and a touch of honey brings a perfect balance of flavors, while an optional minced jalapeño adds a customizable kick of spice. Ready in under 45 minutes, this dish is as quick to prepare as it is nutritious, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight dinner or a light, flavorful meal. Serve it fresh and let the bold citrus notes elevate your dining experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 whole Orange
- 1 whole Grapefruit
- 1 whole Lime
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro
- 0.5 piece Jalapeño (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Lightly brush both sides of the chicken breasts with olive oil.
Season the chicken with garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
Place the chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a lightly greased roasting pan.
Roast the chicken in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
While the chicken is roasting, prepare the citrus salsa. Start by peeling and segmenting the orange, grapefruit, and lime. Cut the segments into small bite-sized pieces and place them in a medium-sized bowl.
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the citrus.
Chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the salsa mixture.
If using jalapeño, finely mince it and add as much as desired based on your spice preference.
Drizzle the honey over the salsa and gently toss everything together. Refrigerate the salsa until ready to serve.
Once the chicken is cooked, allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
Plate the roasted chicken and top each serving with a generous scoop of citrus salsa. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful, low-fat meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.0 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1195 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.7 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 172 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 872 mg | 19% | |
*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.
