Apple and Thyme Chicken

marylyn
on 6/18/06 11:52 am
Apple and Thyme Chicken 2 whole boneless and skinless chicken breasts, about 1/2 pound each, halved and all traces of fat removed butter flavored cooking spray salt and freshly ground pepper to taste 1 medium Granny Smith or other tart green apple, cored and thinly sliced 1 shallot, minced 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon crushed dried thyme 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar fresh thyme sprigs for garnish Preheat oven to 375F. Rinse chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels. Lightly spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Place in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Arrange apple slices over and around chicken breasts. Sprinkle with shallot and thyme leaves; pour on the balsamic vinegar. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until chicken is opaque throughout. Arrange cooked breasts on a platter and spoon apples and cooking juices on top. Garnish with thyme sprigs, if desired. Serve at once. 4 servings. Per Serving: 163 calories (9% calories from fat), 27 g protein, 2 g total fat (0.4 g saturated fat), 9 g carbohydrate, 1 g dietary fiber, 66 mg cholesterol, 78 mg sodium Diabetic exchanges: 3 very lean meat, 1 carbohydrate (1 fruit)
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