Eating healthy doesn’t have to be boring! ✨
Chicken is one of the best sources of protein because it’s low in calories and an extremely versatile ingredient that pairs well with almost everything. From juicy chicken meatballs and one-pot chicken meals to healthy chicken bowls and comforting low-calorie soups, these delicious healthy chicken recipes prove that there’s something for every craving.
Inside this roundup of healthy chicken recipes, you’ll find everything from family-friendly dinners and meal prep recipes to comforting healthy meals and more! Whether you’re looking for easy light lunches, quick one-pot dinners, or healthy comfort food, these recipes are easy, filling, and incredibly delicious.
Save these low calorie chicken recipes to make healthy eating simple yet delicious. You’ll want to make these recipes again and again!
The Ultimate List of Low Calorie Chicken Recipes for Healthy Eating Without Giving Up Flavor! 🥗
Chicken Piccata Meatballs | The Novice Chef
⏰ 30 mins • serves 16
Juicy, tender meatballs in a lemon-caper sauce, with a modern twist on a classic recipe! Serve them with pasta, quinoa, or rice. Plus, they can be prepped ahead or frozen!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 378kcal Carb: 14g Protein: 26g
Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata | Ahead of Thyme
⏰ 25 mins • serves 2-4
Different from the piccata meatballs recipe, this simple chicken dish can be made in a single skillet. The chicken is tossed in a light and creamy lemon sauce with capers and garlic, an easy, low-calorie dinner for weeknights!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 204kcal Carb: 9.2g Protein: 5.2g
Hot Honey Chicken & Veggie Sheet Pan Meal | Eating Bird Food
⏰ 48 mins • serves 4
Hot honey chicken, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes, all roasted on a sheet pan. Fresh, one-pan dinner, perfect for family meals!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 378kcal Carb: 37g Protein: 37g
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken | Savvy Bites
⏰ 4 hours 15 mins • serves 18
Smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet! This BBQ pulled chicken is a versatile recipe that can be used in so many ways, burgers, tacos, bowls, and more!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 224kcal Carb: 21g Protein: 27g
Airfryer Chicken Nuggets | Fit Foodie Finds
⏰ 23 mins • serves 4
Crispy on the outside and soft and moist on the inside! Plus, there’s no frying in oil involved, making it a lighter, healthier snack or dinner option!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 234kcal Carb: 14g Protein: 31g
Crockpot Tuscan Chicken | The Recipe Rebel
⏰ 3 hours 10 mins • serves 4
A set-it-and-forget-it crockpot recipe that requires little to no prep work! Slow-cooked chicken in a rich, creamy sauce, perfect over your favorite pasta!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 394kcal Carb: 9g Protein: 29g
Crispy Baked Chicken Wings | All the Healthy Things
⏰ 1 hour • serves 4
Ultra crispy chicken wings with no frying! Coated in a mix of aromatic spices, these wings turn out irresistibly crispy every time!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 143kcal Carb: 3.1g Protein: 9.7g
Spinach Artichoke Chicken Thighs | Cafe Delites
⏰ 40 mins • serves 4
A creamy, easy-to-make, one-skillet chicken dinner that’s low-carb, low-calorie, and packed with 31 grams of protein!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 268kcal Carb: 8g Protein: 31g
Crockpot Chicken & Wild Rice Soup | Lauren Fit Foodie
⏰ 3 hours 15 mins • serves 8
The slow cooker does all the work with little to no prep, making it perfect when you want something warm and comforting. Cozy, hearty, and packed with protein!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 294kcal Carb: 24.5g Protein: 25.2g
Chicken Parmesan Soup | Peas & Crayons
⏰ 45 mins • serves 6
All the flavors of chicken parmesan in a lightened up low calorie soup! Also, it is deliciously freezer-friendly too!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 287kcal Carb: 16g Protein: 36g
Mississippi Chicken Recipe | Britney Breaks Bread
⏰ 6 hours 10 mins • serves 6
A simple chicken meal made with just a few ingredients, requiring minimal prep, it’s a true set-it-and-forget-it kind of meal!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 287kcal Carb: 5g Protein: 34g
Cilantro Lime Chicken | Sally’s Baking Addiction
⏰ 40 mins • serves 4
All you need is one pan and 40 minutes to make this flavor-packed chicken recipe. It is creamy, buttery, and zesty!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 396kcal Carb: 4.3g Protein: 40.8g
Viral Sheet Pan Chicken Kebab | Kale Junkie
⏰ 40 mins • serves 8
This easy peasy dinner recipe is made with ground chicken with a blend of aromatic spices, then baked on a single sheet pan! You can enjoy it with rice, pasta, or salad!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 396kcal Carb: 4.3g Protein: 40.8g
Chicken Schnitzel | Foodie Crush
⏰ 30 mins • serves 6
Pan fried not deep fried! Thinly pounded chicken breasts coated with breadcrumbs for that satisfying crunch, pan fried till golden, ready in just 30 minutes!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 387kcal Carb: 19g Protein: 17g
Cilantro Lime Chicken | Eating Bird Food
⏰ 50 mins • serves 4
Juicy, zesty, and full of flavor! Made with ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, it’s incredibly versatile. Use it in protein bowls, tacos, salads, and more!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 271kcal Carb: 4g Protein: 33g
Crock Pot Chicken Taco Chilli | Skinny Taste
⏰ 5 mins prep • 6 hours cook • serves 10
Made with pantry staples, this slow cooker dump recipe will become your favorite chili recipes. Also, a great freezer-friendly meal!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 220kcal Carb: 28g Protein: 21g
Cashew Chicken Stir Fry | Delightful E Made
⏰ 31 mins • serves 6
Try this low-calorie cashew chicken recipe, and you’ll forget takeout! Loaded with veggies and a delicious sauce, this sheet pan dinner is a must-try.
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 338kcal Carb: 22g Protein: 30g
Oven Chicken Fajitas (Sheet Pan) | How We Live
⏰ 25 mins • serves 6
If you’re short on time but still want to hit your health goals while eating something delicious, this is the recipe for you! These sheet pan oven fajitas are perfect for busy weeknights.
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 239kcal Carb: 5g Protein: 34g
Cream Cheese Chicken | Family Food on the Table
⏰ 30 mins • serves 4
These super easy and creamy cheesy chicken is made with only 7 main ingredients! Simple ingredients, easy to make, and absolutely delicious!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 318kcal Carb: 8g Protein: 42g
Chicken Quinoa Salad | Peas and Crayons
⏰ 30 mins • serves 8 cups
Loaded with shredded rotisserie chicken, a mix of colorful veggies, and fluffy quinoa, all drizzled with Dijon dressing. Plus, it’s meal-prep friendly!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 252kcal Carb: 30g Protein: 19g
Spicy Chicken Salad | Ambitious Kitchen
⏰ 15 mins • serves 2
Spicy, creamy, and protein-packed! This chicken salad is made with fresh herbs, a medley of veggies, and a hint of sriracha for a spicy kick. It’s packed with 30 grams of protein!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 334kcal Carb: 11.3g Protein: 30.8g
Slow Cooker Korean BBQ Chicken | The Recipe Critic
⏰ 10 mins prep • 4 hours 30 mins cook • serves 4
Sweet, savory, and just the right amount of spicy! This versatile slow cooker chicken recipe is perfect for easy, healthy, low-calorie dinners. Serve it over rice, in burgers, in tacos, and more!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 255kcal Carb: g Protein: 24g
Moroccan Spiced Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad | Ambitious Kitchen
⏰ 15 mins • serves 4
The classic lightened up version of comfort food! Made with Moroccan-inspired spices in just 15 minutes for a protein packed meal. Serve with some buns or lettuce wraps for a whole meal!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 255kcal Carb: 17.2g Protein: 21.8g
Slow Cooker Chicken Marsala | Le Creme De La Crumb
⏰ 10 mins prep • 6 hours cook • serves 4
With just a few minutes of prep, your slow cooker does the rest! This creamy chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknights and makes great leftovers.
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 170kcal Carb: g Protein: 25g
Chicken Chilli | Chelsea’s Messy Apron
⏰ 20 mins prep • 6 hours cook • serves 6
This creamy enchilada chilli is loaded with chicken, corn, and beans, have it with your favorite toppings! Plus, it is also meal prep friendly!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 215kcal Carb: g Protein: 25g
Slow Cooker Salt & Pepper Sticky Chicken | Taming Twins
⏰ 10 mins prep • 5 hours cook • serves 4
Your favorite takeaway dish made at home! This Chinese-style chicken recipe will be loved by the whole family and is perfect served over a bed of rice for a complete meal.
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 295kcal Carb: g Protein: 47g
Air Fryer Chicken Hibachi | Sweet Tea and Sprinkles
⏰ 25 mins • serves 2
Super easy to make, quick, and healthy weeknight chicken dinner! This air fryer chicken hibachi is loaded with tender chicken, crisp veggies, and bold Japanese flavors!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 287kcal Carb: g Protein: 23g
Veggie-Packed Chicken Meatloaf | Ambitious Kitchen
⏰ 1 hour 20 mins • serves 4
Packed with tons of nutritious veggies, chicken, stuffed with cheddar cheese, and glazed with BBQ sauce or ketchup! Easy to make and meal prep friendly!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 327kcal Carb: 21.4g Protein: 36.6g
Traeger Grilled Chicken Tenders | Fit Mama Real Food
⏰ 20 mins • serves 6
Made with chicken tenders and simple spice rub, quick, easy to make, and healthy high protein weeknight dinner!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 217kcal Carb: 1g Protein: 32g
Chicken Tortilla Soup | Feasting at Home
⏰ 40 mins • serves 12 cups
Loaded with warm and comforting flavors, can be made easily on the stovetop or in an instant pot! Also, it is meal prep friendly!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 392kcal Carb: 23.6g Protein: 25.3g
Vadouvan Chicken Curry | Delicious Little Bites
⏰ 1 hour • serves 4
Vadouvan is a bit different from traditional curry powder; it’s a blend of French and Indian spices. This recipe is naturally keto, low-carb, and gluten-free!
📝 Nutrition ~ Cal: 229kcal Carb: g Protein: 11g
Save your favorite low calorie chicken recipes and get ready to make healthy dinners that everyone at the table will love! 📌
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