Lemon Chicken with Olives

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
14%
Lemon Chicken with Olives
20 min.
4
200kcal

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Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that’s both healthy and satisfying? Look no further than this delightful Lemon Chicken with Olives! Perfectly suited for those following gluten-free, dairy-free, and low FODMAP diets, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a meal that serves four, making it an ideal choice for a family lunch or a cozy dinner with friends. The tender, juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of olive oil and fresh lemon juice, then broiled to perfection. The addition of ripe olives and lemon slices during the final moments of cooking elevates the dish, adding a savory depth that complements the bright citrus notes.

With only 200 calories per serving, this Lemon Chicken with Olives is a guilt-free option that doesn’t compromise on taste. The high protein content ensures you’ll feel satisfied, while the low carbohydrate count makes it a great choice for those watching their intake. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is sure to impress and become a staple in your meal rotation. Get ready to enjoy a burst of Mediterranean flavors that will transport your taste buds to sunny shores!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 lb chicken breast halves boneless skinless
  • teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon 
  • teaspoon penzey's southwest seasoning salt-free
  • 0.3 cup olives ripe sliced
  • slices optional: lemon thin

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven
  • broiler pan

Directions

  1. Set oven control to broil. Spray broiler pan rack with cooking spray. Starting at thickest edge of each chicken breast, cut horizontally almost to opposite side. Open cut chicken breast so it’s an even thickness.
  2. In small bowl, mix oil and lemon juice.
  3. Drizzle over both sides of chicken breasts.
  4. Sprinkle both sides with lemon-and-pepper seasoning.
  5. Place on rack in broiler pan.
  6. Broil with tops 4 inches from heat about 10 minutes, turning once, until chicken is no longer pink in center. Top with olives and lemon slices during last 2 minutes of broiling.

Nutrition Facts

Calories200kcal
Protein62.16%
Fat33.58%
Carbs4.26%

Properties

Glycemic Index
7.63
Glycemic Load
0.13
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
15.187391320001%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.68mg
Hesperetin
2.5mg
Naringenin
0.09mg
Luteolin
0.18mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:199.84kcal
9.99%
Fat:7.29g
11.22%
Saturated Fat:1.34g
8.38%
Carbohydrates:2.08g
0.69%
Net Carbohydrates:1.08g
0.39%
Sugar:0.37g
0.41%
Cholesterol:90.72mg
30.24%
Sodium:296.54mg
12.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:30.38g
60.76%
Vitamin B3:14.87mg
74.36%
Selenium:45.52µg
65.03%
Vitamin B6:1.08mg
54.22%
Phosphorus:301.25mg
30.13%
Vitamin B5:2.05mg
20.51%
Potassium:557.06mg
15.92%
Vitamin K:12.2µg
11.62%
Magnesium:41.89mg
10.47%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.87%
Vitamin C:6.89mg
8.35%
Vitamin E:1.02mg
6.77%
Vitamin B1:0.1mg
6.56%
Iron:1.06mg
5.92%
Zinc:0.86mg
5.76%
Vitamin B12:0.28µg
4.72%
Manganese:0.09mg
4.27%
Fiber:1.01g
4.04%
Calcium:33.2mg
3.32%
Copper:0.06mg
2.97%
Folate:10.36µg
2.59%
Vitamin A:98.41IU
1.97%