Heart Healthy Chicken Bake

Indulge in the vibrant, nutritious flavors of the Heart Healthy Chicken Bake, a perfect one-pan meal designed to please your palate while supporting your wellness goals. This recipe features tender, marinated boneless, skinless chicken breasts baked alongside a medley of colorful vegetables, including sweet red bell peppers, zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and onions. Enhanced with a zesty garlic-lemon marinade and the fresh aroma of oregano, this dish is low in sodium but full of flavor, making it a great option for heart-conscious dining. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley and a touch of low-sodium chicken broth for succulent moisture, this easy-to-make meal comes together in just under an hour—ideal for busy weeknights or meal prep. Serve it up with a side of quinoa or brown rice for a balanced, wholesome dinner that's as delicious as it is healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt substitute or low-sodium salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium zucchini, sliced into rounds
• 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup low-sodium chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with a small amount of olive oil or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt substitute, and black pepper to create a marinade.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in the baking dish and brush them generously with the marinade on both sides. Let the chicken sit for 5 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Step 4

Arrange the sliced red bell pepper, zucchini rounds, onion slices, and cherry tomatoes around the chicken in the baking dish. Drizzle the remaining marinade over the vegetables.

Step 5

Pour the low-sodium chicken broth into the dish, ensuring that it distributes evenly to add moisture while baking.

Step 6

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes, or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the vegetables are tender.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the chicken and vegetables before serving for a fresh, flavorful finish.

Step 9

Serve hot and enjoy your heart-healthy chicken bake with a side of brown rice or quinoa if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1504.3 grams (1504.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1587

Total Fat 55.00g	71%
Saturated Fat 11.60g	58%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 592mg	197%
Sodium 592mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 38.60g	14%
Dietary Fiber 10.00g	36%
Total Sugars 20.50g
Protein 224.30g	449%

Vitamin D 7IU	35%
Calcium 215mg	17%
Iron 10mg	55%
Potassium 5143mg	109%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.0%

Protein: 58.0%

Carbs: 10.0%