Marinated Lemon Balsamic Grilled Chicken

Try this easy marinade for a lower sodium option full of flavor for a delicious and nutritious meal the whole family will love! Try topping it with a refreshing Strawberry Basil-Balsamic Salsa for some extra flavor, fiber, & antioxidants!

 

Servings: 2

 

Ingredients:

• 2 medium chicken breasts, boneless and skinless

• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 small pinch (~1/16tsp) of sea salt (optional; skip the salt for a lower sodium meal)

• cracked black pepper, to taste

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 1/8 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

 

Preparation:

 

1. Combine all ingredients in a shallow bowl or plastic zipped bag. Let marinate in a refrigerator for 6+ hours.

2. Grill chicken until fully cooked through. 

 

 

An original Eating with a Dietitian recipe by Diana Savani, RD, LDN. 

 

Nutrition Information per Serving:

293 calories, 17g total fat, 3g sat fat, 507mg sodium, 8g total carbohydrate, 1g fiber, 27g protein