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Easy Oven-Fried Chicken & Creamed Veggies

Published June 20, 2015
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A white plate contains oven-fried chicken pieces alongside a creamy mixture of green peas, corn, and spinach. Additional breaded chicken pieces are scattered on the white surface near the plate, making this an easy recipe for satisfying meals. MyFitnessPal Blog
Published June 20, 2015
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This healthy spin on traditional fried chicken by Cook Smarts has you oven-frying lean chicken breasts in the oven. You’ll still get plenty of crunch without the added fat and calories. We pair the chicken with creamed veggies made from spinach, peas and corn—easy ingredients you can find in the canned or frozen foods aisle. You can get this dinner ready in 30 minutes!

Easy Oven-Fried Chicken & Creamed Veggies

Ingredients

For the oven-fried chicken

  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 1/4 pounds (about 560 grams) boneless, skinless chicken breast

For the creamed veggies

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 small onion, diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, unsalted
  • 1 1/2 cups corn kernels
  • 1 1/2 cups peas
  • 5 ounces baby spinach
  • 1/4 cup cream
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 lime, juiced

Directions

Heat oven to 375 degrees F or 190 degrees C.

To prepare the breading station, whisk egg with salt and pepper and set aside. Then, combine panko breadcrumbs and paprika in a container with a lid or ziplock bag.

Slice chicken breast into strips then season with salt and pepper, and tenderize by pricking with a fork.

Dip chicken into the whisked egg and toss into panko mixture. Cover with lid or zip bag and shake until panko coats chicken. Brush sheet pan with some oil and spread chicken out onto sheet pan. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken is cooked and golden.

While chicken is baking, cook the creamed veggies. Heat a skillet or saute pan over medium-high heat. Add butter and then garlic and onions to melted butter with a sprinkle of salt. Saute until softened, 4 to 5 minutes.

Fold in corn and peas, and cook for another 3 to 4 minutes, until everything is warmed through.

Fold in spinach with cream, salt and pepper. Finish with lime juice, and season to taste with more salt and pepper as needed.

Enjoy chicken with your buttered side! (If the chicken tastes a bit dry, just coat it in your side.)

Nutrition Information

Serves: 4 |  Serving Size: 1/4 of dish

Per serving: Calories: 434; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 9g; Monounsaturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 148mg; Sodium: 800mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 7g; Sugar: 7g; Protein: 32g

Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 818mg; Iron: 23%; Vitamin A: 118%; Vitamin C: 47%; Calcium: 8%

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Photo courtesy of Cook Smarts. Original recipe published by Cook Smarts.

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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