Description
A healthy and flavorful chicken recipe perfect for Christmas dinner. This dish is packed with protein and festive flavors while keeping it light and nutritious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried rosemary
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 cup chopped fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, rosemary, and thyme.
- Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth and lemon juice, then bring to a simmer.
- Add spinach and red bell pepper around the chicken.
- Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is fully cooked.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs for a stronger flavor.
- Check chicken internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: healthy christmas chicken, festive chicken recipe, low-calorie holiday meal