Creamy Mushroom and Nut Chicken
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Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2
Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3
Add the sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and cook until they release their juices and are browned, about 5-7 minutes.
- 4
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 5
In a bowl, whisk together the almond milk and almond flour until smooth.
- 6
Add the almond milk mixture to the skillet and stir well to combine.
- 7
Add the mixed nuts and chopped thyme to the skillet and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Add the chicken breasts back to the skillet and bring to a simmer.
- 9
Cover and cook over low heat for about 15-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
- 10
Serve hot and enjoy!
This Creamy Mushroom and Nut Chicken is a delicious and savory dish that's rich in flavor and healthy fats.
Flavor profile:
This Creamy Mushroom and Nut Chicken has a creamy and savory sauce that's rich in flavor, with a nutty crunch from the mixed nuts. The thyme adds a subtle herbiness to the dish.
Serving size:
This recipe makes 4 servings with 1 chicken breast per serving.
Nutritional facts:
| Nutritional Information | Amount Per Serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 385 |
| Total Fat | 22g |
| Saturated Fat | 3g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 102mg |
| Sodium | 91mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7g |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g |
| Total Sugars | 3g |
| Added Sugars | 0g |
| Protein | 38g |
Disclaimer: Nutritional facts are generated and are not guaranteed to be accurate.
Type-2 Diabetic Friendly Explanation
This Creamy Mushroom and Nut Chicken recipe is perfect for Type 2 diabetics who want a healthy and delicious meal that's low in carbohydrates, salt, and high in healthy fats. Mixed nuts are used instead of salt, while almond flour is used to replace starch. The recipe uses unsweetened almond milk instead of cream to keep calories and carbs low. The glycemic index of most ingredients is zero and GI of onion and mixed nuts are relatively low.
