WW Honey Paprika Chicken

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The WW Honey Paprika Chicken is a tasty and comforting meal. This dish contains 40 grams of protein and 285 calories per serving. Takes 32 minutes to prepare this meal. We made this dish with chicken breasts, salt, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, onion powder, honey, lemon juice, low-sodium soy sauce, paprika, cornstarch, chicken broth, water, parsley, and lemon zest. Pair this dish with roasted Brussels sprouts, wild rice, quinoa, roasted baby potatoes, lemon herb rice, air-fryer potato wedges, cucumber tomato salad, cauliflower rice, or Greek salad. Store this WW Honey Paprika Chicken for four days in the refrigerator.

STATS:

  • Total time: 32 minutes
  • Course: Main
  • Preparation time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking time: 22 minutes
  • Serving: 4
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Calories: 285 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 chicken breast with sauce
  • Cuisine: American

EQUIPMENT:

  • Large skillet
  • Measuring spoons
  • Tongs
  • Cutting board
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Chef’s knife
  • Meat thermometer
  • Measuring cup
  • Whisk

INGREDIENTS:

CHICKEN:

  • 1½ lb boneless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • Half tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Quarter tsp black pepper
  • Half tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

HONEY PAPRIKA SAUCE:

  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • Half tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • Half tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp cornstarch
  • Quarter cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 tbsp water

GARNISH:

  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley
  • Half tsp lemon zest

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN BREASTS:

  • They give main protein and filling in the recipe. These chicken breasts cooks quickly and evenly. You may use chicken thighs as per your preference.

OLIVE OIL:

  • It cooks the vegetables and keeps them from sticking to the skillet. You may use cooking spray as another choice.

LEMON JUICE:

  • This juice gives sweetness to the dish and makes the sauce glossy. Lemon juice makes the dish brighter and fresher. Include lime juice if lemon juice is not available.

LOW-SODIUM SOY SAUCE:

  • It gives acidity and freshness to the dish. You may use coconut aminos as another idea.

LOW-SODIUM CHICKEN BROTH:

  • This broth makes the sauce loose and gives a savory taste to the meal. It makes the recipe light and lower in sodium. You may use vegetable broth as an alternative.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. First, dry the chicken with paper towels and pound them well then mix the seasoning in the bowl.
  2. Sprinkle seasoning evenly on both sides of the chicken and press gently on the surface.
  3. Whisk honey, lemon juice, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and chicken broth in a separate bowl.
  4. Mix cornstarch with water and warm the skillet on medium flame and add olive oil to it.
  5. Cook chicken breast for 7 minutes per side, then pour the honey mixture around the chicken.
  6. Simmer the sauce gently for three minutes on medium-low flame.
  7. Stir the cornstarch mixture, then cook it in the skillet while mixing the sauce for two minutes.
  8. Turn off the flame and cool the chicken for five minutes, then sprinkle parsley.
  9. Lastly, add lemon zest and extra honey paprika sauce to the chicken, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLE SIDES:

  • Steamed Broccoli
  • Roasted Green Beans
  • Garlic Roasted Asparagus
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Sautéed Spinach
  • Honey Roasted Carrots

RICE AND GRAINS:

  • Brown Rice
  • Cauliflower Rice
  • Lemon Herb Rice
  • Quinoa
  • Wild Rice

POTATO SIDES:

  • Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Garlic Mashed Potatoes
  • Air-Fryer Potato Wedges
  • Roasted Sweet Potatoes

SALADS:

  • Cucumber Tomato Salad
  • Simple Garden Salad
  • Greek Salad
  • Lemon Herb Salad
  • Crunchy Coleslaw

TIPS:

  • Avoid cooking the chicken too much to keep the dish tender and delicious.
  • Pound the chicken breasts evenly, so they cook at the same time.
  • Mix cornstarch with water, then add it to the sauce so no lumps form.
  • Cool the chicken slightly, then serve for better tenderness and results.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Include this dish in the container and store for four days.

FREEZER:

  • Freeze this meal in the box for three months.

FAQs:

Can I include chicken thighs in this meal?

  • Yes, you may add chicken thighs, but the nutritional values will increase.

Is honey good to exclude from this recipe?

  • Yes, you may replace it with maple syrup as per your preference.

Can I include regular paprika in the dish?

  • Yes, you may add regular paprika if you want less smoky taste in the dish.

How to make the sauce spicy?

  • You may add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes for spice in the recipe.

Is this meal good for people having nut-allergy?

  • Yes, this dish is nut-free, so you can prepare it for people who have a nut allergy.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 285 kcal

Net carbs: 11 g

Iron: 1.2 mg

Total carbs: 12 g

Vitamin A: 1,150 IU

Fiber: 1 g

Calcium: 22 mg

Protein: 40 g

Sodium: 520 mg

Potassium: 610 mg

Weight Watchers Points: 5 Points