California Sherry Chicken

Dairy Free
Health score
30%
California Sherry Chicken
30 min.
4
279kcal

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California Sherry Chicken: A Dairy-Free Delight in 30 Minutes!

Are you ready to tantalize your taste buds with a delicious and dairy-free meal that's ready in just 30 minutes? Look no further than this mouth-watering California Sherry Chicken recipe! Perfect for those who are dairy-sensitive or simply looking to cut back, this dish promises a symphony of flavors that will have you coming back for more.

With a focus on fresh ingredients like zesty lemon, fragrant garlic, and vibrant carrots and zucchini, this recipe is not only quick and easy but also packed with nutrients. The star of the show, the chicken, is seasoned to perfection with a blend of ground black pepper and salt, then seared to golden-brown perfection. But that's not all – the cooking sherry and chicken broth create a delectable sauce that perfectly complements the dish.

Each serving comes in at a modest 279 calories, making it a guilt-free option that won't weigh you down. The caloric breakdown offers a balanced profile, with protein, fat, and carbs well-distributed to satisfy and nourish.

Gather your family and friends around the table for a memorable meal that's as beautiful as it is delicious. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, California Sherry Chicken is a recipe you'll want to add to your repertoire. So, let's get cooking and savor the flavors of California in every bite!

Ingredients

  •  carrots 
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • clove garlic minced
  • teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5  optional: lemon 
  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cooking sherry 
  •  chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  •  zucchini julienned

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Place chicken in a resealable plastic bag with flour, salt, and pepper. Seal bag and shake to coat.
  2. Remove chicken from bag, shaking off excess flour.
  3. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Brown chicken on each side for about 5 minutes, or until golden.
  4. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  5. In same skillet combine sherry, broth, garlic and a squeeze of lemon and bring to a boil. Return chicken to skillet, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and no longer pink inside.
  6. In the meantime, saute carrots and zucchini in a separate medium skillet until they are tender.
  7. Add to simmering chicken and sauce and heat through before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories279kcal
Protein43.06%
Fat25.43%
Carbs31.51%

Properties

Glycemic Index
59.83
Glycemic Load
7.34
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
27.875652427259%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.02mg
Catechin
0.23mg
Epicatechin
0.17mg
Eriodictyol
2.88mg
Hesperetin
3.89mg
Naringenin
0.19mg
Luteolin
0.33mg
Kaempferol
0.16mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
1.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:279.18kcal
13.96%
Fat:7.4g
11.38%
Saturated Fat:1.34g
8.35%
Carbohydrates:20.64g
6.88%
Net Carbohydrates:16.24g
5.9%
Sugar:8.57g
9.53%
Cholesterol:72.91mg
24.3%
Sodium:881.42mg
38.32%
Alcohol:3.09g
100%
Alcohol %:0.86%
100%
Protein:28.19g
56.39%
Vitamin A:10622.92IU
212.46%
Vitamin B3:13.85mg
69.26%
Vitamin B6:1.29mg
64.5%
Vitamin C:47.43mg
57.49%
Selenium:39.6µg
56.56%
Phosphorus:352.24mg
35.22%
Potassium:1188.24mg
33.95%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.74%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.38%
Vitamin B5:2.26mg
22.64%
Folate:79.34µg
19.83%
Magnesium:79.13mg
19.78%
Vitamin K:19.79µg
18.85%
Vitamin B1:0.28mg
18.48%
Fiber:4.4g
17.6%
Iron:1.96mg
10.87%
Zinc:1.56mg
10.43%
Copper:0.19mg
9.65%
Vitamin E:1.4mg
9.33%
Calcium:69.66mg
6.97%
Vitamin B12:0.23µg
3.86%
Source:Allrecipes