Low Fat Papaya Chicken Breasts Recipe
๐ Cook Time: 30 minutes
๐ Prep Time: 15 minutes
๐ Total Time: 45 minutes
๐ฅ Description: A tropical treat! When choosing your papaya, opt for one that is mottled green and orange, as they tend to have more flavor than those that are solely yellow. This dish offers a lovely blend of flavors, perfect for a lunch or snack.
๐ฝ๏ธ Recipe Category: Lunch/Snacks
๐ Keywords: Chicken, Papaya, Poultry, Tropical Fruits, Fruit, Meat, Canadian, < 60 Mins, Oven, Small Appliance
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 192.2
- Fat Content: 7.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 2g
- Cholesterol Content: 46.4mg
- Sodium Content: 86.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 16.7g
- Fiber Content: 2.3g
- Sugar Content: 11.2g
- Protein Content: 16.1g
Servings: 6
๐ Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Chicken breasts |
| 1 | Papaya |
| 3 | Garlic cloves |
| 1 | Shallot |
| 1/4 cup | Vegetable broth |
| 3/4 cup | Fresh lemon juice |
| 2 tsp | Dried thyme |
| 1/2 tsp | Mustard powder |
| 1/4 cup | Reduced sodium soy sauce |
| to taste | Pepper |
๐ Instructions:
- Using a food processor fitted with a metal blade, pulse the garlic and shallot until finely chopped.
- Add the papaya to the processor and pulse until it is also finely chopped.
- Next, add in the vegetable broth, fresh lemon juice, dried thyme, mustard powder, reduced sodium soy sauce, and pepper. Puree the mixture until it is smooth and well combined.
- Place the chicken breasts in a large zip lock bag and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are evenly coated. Seal the bag and refrigerate, turning the chicken occasionally to ensure it is evenly marinated. Allow it to marinate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight for the best flavor infusion.
- After marinating, remove the chicken breasts from the bag, allowing any excess marinade to drip off.
- Preheat your oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Place the marinated chicken breasts into a Dutch oven or heavy casserole dish, without the lid.
- Pour the remaining marinade over the chicken, ensuring each breast is coated evenly with approximately a 1/4 inch of marinade.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve your low-fat papaya chicken breasts hot, alongside your favorite side dishes or a fresh salad, and enjoy the tropical flavors!
This recipe offers a delicious way to incorporate the sweetness of papaya with savory chicken, creating a dish that is both flavorful and nutritious. Perfect for a quick and easy meal that will transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise!
