Nov 13, 2009

Healthy Recipe of the Week

Moroccan Chicken with Fruit & Olive Topping

Ingredients
  • 1 Tablespoon of Olive Oil, divided
  • 1/2 Teaspoon of Salt
  • 1/4 Teaspoon of Black Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon of Dried Thyme
  • 4 (6 ounce) Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts 
  • 1/2 Cup of Pre-chopped Onions
  • 2 Teaspoons Bottled, Minced Garlic
  • 3/4 Cup Dried Mixed Fruit
  • 1/2 Cup Fat-Free, Low-Sodium Chicken Broth
  • 1/4 Cup Chopped, Pitted Green Olives
  • 1/8 Teaspoon of Salt
  • 1/8 Teaspoon of Black Pepper 
Preparation

Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and thyme evenly over chicken. Add chicken to pan; cook 4 minutes on each side or until done. Remove from pan; cover and keep warm.

Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in pan. Add onion to pan; sauté 2 minutes until tender. Add garlic to pan; sauté 30 seconds. Add fruit and remaining ingredients to pan; cook 5 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates.

Nutrition Information
Calories: 346
Fat:         7.5 grams
Protein:   40.6 grams
Carbs:     26 grams
Fiber:       21 grams
Cholesterol: 99 mg
Iron:          2.4 mg
Sodium:     591 mg
Calcium:    45 mg

This recipe is from cookinglight.com

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