Chicken with Tzatziki
- Time: 15 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Serving Size: 3.0 ounces
- Stage: 4 Post-Op (Soft Foods)
INGREDIENTS:
- Chicken breast, skinless, uncooked - 6 oz (170 grams)
- Cucumber - 1/2 medium (150 grams)
- Greek yogurt, non-fat, plain - 4 oz (113 grams)
- Garlic clove, minced - 1 medium (4 grams or 1 tsp minced)
- Olive oil - 1 tsp (5 grams)
- Sea salt - 1/4 tsp
- Black pepper, freshly ground - 1/8 tsp (pinch)
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Place a medium-sized pan over medium heat. Once hot add a bit of non-stick oil spray and the chicken breast. Cook for about 10 minutes or until fully cooked.
- Grate the cucumber (no need to peel). Place over a paper towel and squeeze out all the moisture/water that you can. Transfer the cucumber to a bowl and mix in all the remaining ingredients.
- Serve the cooked chicken with tzatziki and enjoy!
*Note: Divide equally by the listed number of servings. Stays fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best results, store the tzatziki and cooked chicken separately.
NUTRITION FACTS per serving:
- Calories 85
- Protein 12 grams
- Carbs 3 grams
- Fat 2 grams
- Fiber 0 grams
- Sugar 2 grams
- Iron 3% DV
- Calcium 4% DV
- Sodium 8% DV
DV = Daily Value, Based on diet for healthy adults
Nutritionist notes: Make sure to use non-fat and plain Greek yogurt to avoid added sugars, artificial ingredients, and extra calories.
Tags: soy-free, gluten-free, high-protein, gastric sleeve, vsg, bariatric, diet, recipe
*The picture is meant for illustrative purposes and may sometimes not be representative of the serving size. For a precise serving size please follow the list of ingredients carefully, using grams as the most exact measurement.