Hormone-Balancing "Marry Me" Mediterranean Chicken

A vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired twist on "Marry Me Chicken," designed for weight loss, hormone balance, gut health, and cognitive support. Lean chicken breast is seared and nestled in a creamy, protein-packed sauce made with Greek yogurt and cashews, keeping it light but luscious. Sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach infuse each bite with antioxidants, magnesium, and iron, while fresh basil and lemon zest add freshness and brain-boosting benefits. Low in calories and rich in essential micronutrients, this dish is easy to prepare in under 30 minutes—perfect for busy weekday meals. Balanced in flavor and nutrition, it supports your energy, digestion, and inflammation goals without sacrificing taste or satisfaction.

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

15 min

Total Time

25 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 plate (325 grams)

Chicken breast

Boneless, skinless; cut into cutlets (½-inch thick)

1 pound (about 2 large breasts)

Extra-virgin olive oil

2 teaspoons

Sun-dried tomatoes (not in oil)

Sliced

1/3 cup

Baby spinach

Fresh

2 cups (about 60g)

Low-sodium chicken broth

2/3 cup

Greek yogurt, plain (2% or nonfat)

Unsweetened

1/3 cup

Raw cashews

Soaked in hot water 10 min, then drained

1/4 cup

Fresh basil

Chopped

1/4 cup

Dried oregano

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

Freshly ground

1/2 teaspoon

Sea salt

1/2 teaspoon, or to taste

Lemon zest

From about 1/2 lemon

1 teaspoon

Steps

 
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Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

310

Total Fat

10g

Saturated Fat

2.5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

65mg

Sodium

370mg

Total Carbohydrates

14g

Dietary Fiber

3g

Soluble Fiber

1.5g

Insoluble Fiber

1.5g

Total Sugars

5g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

38g

Calcium

140mg

Iron

2.4mg

Potassium

870mg

Vitamin A

1100mcg

Vitamin C

17mg

Phosphorus

340mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Gluten
Wheat