When dining out at an Italian-American restaurant, you may already know to avoid pasta dishes, fried foods, and cream-based sauces; but you would probably never expect the amount of calories that are often in entrees that sound perfectly healthy- such as grilled or baked chicken and fish meals. Many of these such items are drowned in butter or oil that is never mentioned in the menu title. They are also commonly served with starchy sides, such as potatoes or rice. For the health conscious, it is a nuisance to understand the components of a nutritious meal but have no way to overcome the oblivion of deceptive titles that can sound healthy.

This recipe for Balsamic Chicken with Goat Cheese was adapted from a Rachel Ray original. If you have read any of my other posts, you already know of my passion for greek yogurt. It is a healthy substitute for so many different things, including sour cream, buttermilk, and in this recipe-  heavy whipping cream. I have never seen a low-fat variety of goat cheese so regular will be fine because it is used sparingly. Other than the cheese, all of the other ingredients are naturally low in fat and calories. When combined, they create a mouth-watering sauce that makes for a delicious presentation as well. The recipe suggests cooking the chicken in the skillet that you prepare the sauce in;but, you can also season the chicken with salt and pepper and grill it. I would recommend the grilling method if you are preparing the sauce in advance; just omit step #2 from the directions. The sauce can be made ahead of time and then reheated in a sauce pan before serving. This chicken is perfect for a romantic date night meal for that special someone. And if your special someone likes this as much as my special someone, there could be plate-licking involved. It is a restaurant-worthy dish that is great for entertaining a crowd. I served it with a low-fat creamed spinach recipe by The Skinny Chef and a fresh garden salad. For a more filling meal, you could serve the chicken over whole wheat orzo pasta to absorb the extra sauce. Balsamic Chicken with Goat Cheese will have your guests wondering when you have found time to attend culinary school- sure to impress!