Chicken with Pineapple and Honey Mustard Sauce

This delicious recipe is low in calories and combines protein with fruit. It has a sweet and savory combination and pairs perfectly with a serving of rice and vegetables.

Approximate Nutritional Content: 1 chicken breast with 1/4 of sauce and pineapple

• Calories: 275 kcal.

• Grams of fat: 7 gr. equals 1 fat serving

• Grams of protein: 20 gr. equals 3 protein servings

• Grams of carbohydrates: 33 gr. equals 2 grain/fruit servings

Note: nutritional information may vary according to the quantity and type of ingredients used.

Ingredients:

• 1 large can of sliced pineapple (with juice)

• 4 boneless chicken breasts

• 2 garlic cloves (minced or pureed)

• 1 teaspoon ground thyme

• pepper to taste

• 2 teaspoons oil

• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

• 3 tablespoons honey

• 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard

Preparation Instructions:

• Drain the pineapple, reserving the liquid.

• Rub the chicken with the garlic paste, thyme, and pepper.

• Heat the oil in a skillet over high heat. Brown the chicken on both sides, then lower to medium heat.

• Combine 2 tablespoons of pineapple juice with the cornstarch in a small bowl, set aside.

• Combine the honey with the Dijon mustard, add to the skillet with the chicken along with the remaining pineapple juice.

• Cover the chicken well with the sauce, cover and let simmer (boil) for 15 minutes.

• Uncover, add the cornstarch mixture to the chicken and sauce. Stir.

• Place the pineapple slices on top of the chicken, cook stirring until it boils and the sauce thickens.

Enjoy!!