Peanut Butter & Jelly
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Peanut Butter & Jelly is a classic sandwich prepared with creamy or crunchy peanut butter and sweet fruit jelly spread between slices of bread. This item is a great source of protein, making it a filling choice for any meal.
This item is served in various meal programs across NYC, including school meals, senior nutrition, shelter feeding, catering, and CACFP.
Popular Home Recipes for Peanut Butter & Jelly
Example recipe — not from the Healthy Heart kitchen. This is a popular home-style version of Peanut Butter & Jelly shown for general reference. It does not reflect the ingredients, preparation, or allergens in meals prepared by Healthy Heart Food Service.
This Peanut Butter & Jelly twist is a delightful fusion of savory and sweet, featuring a tender chicken breast coated in a rich peanut butter sauce and topped with a tangy jelly glaze.
Ingredients
- •1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- •1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
- •1/4 cup fruit jelly (grape or strawberry preferred)
- •2 tbsp soy sauce
- •1 tbsp honey
- •1 tbsp olive oil
- •1 tsp garlic powder
- •1/2 tsp black pepper
- •1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2In a small bowl, mix peanut butter, soy sauce, honey, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to create a sauce.
- 3Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides, about 3 minutes per side.
- 4Place the seared chicken in a baking dish and coat each piece with the peanut butter sauce.
- 5Spread a layer of fruit jelly over the top of each chicken breast.
- 6Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink in the center.
- 7Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.
Chef Tips
- Replace chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier dish.
- Use crunchy peanut butter for added texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Example home recipe for reference only — not used by Healthy Heart Food Service. For ingredient and allergen information about meals we serve, contact us.
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About This Item
This menu item is part of meal programs operated by Healthy Heart Food Service, serving schools, childcare centers, senior programs, shelters, and catering clients across New York City, Brooklyn, the Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Nutrition information is sourced from the USDA FoodData Central database and reviewed by our registered dietician. Actual values may vary based on preparation methods and serving size. For questions about our meal programs, contact us.