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Skillet Chicken with Brussel Sprouts & Apples
It’s Fall and apple picking season, so I thought it only appropriate to share this scrumptious chicken with brussel sprouts and apple recipe with you.
The warm ingredients of brown sugar and apples bring a special sweetness to this delightful autumn dish. So, go ahead, grab an apple from your apple pickin’ loot and dive into this simple, healthy skillet dinner!
What are some of the health benefits of this meal?
Apples:
- Apples are a great source of fiber and vitamin C.
- They can aid in weight loss as they are high in fiber and water, two qualities that make them incredibly filling.
- The type of fiber found in apples feeds good bacteria, protecting individuals against heart disease and type 2 diabetes.
- Apples have several naturally occurring compounds that may help to fight cancer and lower cancer risk.
- The antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds in apples may promote bone health, helping to preserve bone mass as we age.
Brussel Sprouts:
- Brussels sprouts are low in calories but high in many nutrients, especially fiber, vitamin K and vitamin C.
- They contain kaempferol, an antioxidant that may reduce cancer growth, decrease inflammation, and promote heart health.
- Brussels sprouts are high in fiber, which can promote regularity, support digestive health, and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
- These nutrient-dense sprouts are high in vitamin C, an antioxidant that’s important for immune health, iron absorption, collagen production, and the growth and repair of tissues.
Now that we know some of the wonderful health benefits this delicious fall recipe can provide, let’s get cookin’ with three easy instructions.
Skillet Chicken with Brussel Sprouts & Apples
It’s Fall and apple picking season, so I thought it only appropriate to share this scrumptious chicken with brussel sprouts and apple recipe with you.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tsp. chopped fresh thyme (we used prepackaged thyme leaves)
- Kosher salt and black pepper (we eliminated salt to reduce sodium content)
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 12-oz. package shredded Brussels sprouts
- 1 sliced apple
- 1/2 sliced red onion (optional)
- 1 chopped garlic glove
- 2 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar (we substituted in regular balsamic vinegar)
- 2 tsp. brown sugar
- 1/3 cup chopped toasted pecans
Instructions
- Season chicken with fresh thyme, kosher salt and black pepper. Cook with extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until cooked through, 4 to 5 minutes per side; transfer to a plate.
- Add shredded Brussels sprouts, apple, red onion, and garlic clove to skillet. Cook, tossing, until Brussels sprouts are wilted and onion has softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Stir in white balsamic vinegar and brown sugar. Season with black pepper.
- Return chicken to pan and top with toasted pecans and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 299kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 27gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 73mgFiber: 4gSugar: 6g
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