Pasta with Chicken, Spinach, Tomatoes, and Feta Cheese
This simple dish combines the heartiness of a pasta salad with the freshness of a tossed green salad. A tangy citrus dressing ties it all together.
Makes: 6 servings
Yield: 2 cups each
Start to Finish: 35 mins
Chicken Cacciatore
Fresh mushrooms, garlic, and sweet peppers bring immense flavor to this healthy recipe. Add a sprinkling of parsley and bold Kalamata olives before serving to make this chicken recipe even more special.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Oven-Fried Chicken
A coating of crushed cornflakes and spices adds extra flavor to this decadent, feel-good dish. Bake this chicken recipe in the oven instead of frying to enjoy comfort food without all the calories.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 45 mins 375°
Potluck Chicken Tetrazzini
Fresh asparagus, mushrooms, and sweet peppers intertwine with chicken and pasta in this healthy casserole. Not only does this all-in-one dish have just 282 calories per serving, but it takes less than an hour from start to finish for a quick and easy meal.
Makes: 10 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Cool: 5 mins
Bake: 15 mins
Thai Green Curry Chicken
In only 35 minutes, you can be indulging in this restaurant-worthy dish. Coconut milk offers a bit of sweetness to balance the classic Thai flavors in this healthy chicken recipe.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 3/4 cup chicken mixture and 1/2 cup rice each
Start to Finish: 35 mins
Easy Chicken Tikka Masala
Baked chicken gets pumped full of flavor in this Indian-spiced dish. Pair it with brown rice and top with fresh cilantro to create a tasty and exotic chicken recipe.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 1 to 2 pieces chicken, 1/4 cup sauce, and 1/2 cup rice each
Prep: 30 mins
Marinate: 2 hrs to 4 hrs
Bake: 10 mins 400°
Tomatillo Pulled Chicken Sandwiches
Coat shredded chicken in a delicious homemade tomatillo-garlic sauce for a unique spin on pulled chicken sandwiches. Made with garlic, cilantro, and jalapeno pepper, this fiery sauce packs a punch.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Chill: overnight
Heat: 2 hrs (high)
Honey-Lime Rice Salad
Piled high with two kinds of rice, chicken, and lots of produce, this salad is hardly ordinary. The fresh and hearty main-dish salad gets subtle tang from a dressing of lime juice, honey, and oil.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 1 cup spinach, 1 1/4 cups rice mixture, and 1/4 of an avocado each
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 45 mins
Stand: 15 mins
How to Boil Chicken
Watch how easy it is to boil chicken to have on hand for any recipe that calls for cooked chicken.
Roasted Chicken Banh Mi
These French-Vietnamese sandwiches use Sriracha and soy sauces to offer up big Asian flavor on traditional French baguette slices. Filled with roasted chicken breast, cucumber, shredded carrots, and fresh cilantro, they make a surprisingly low-cal chicken sandwich.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Cilantro-Lime Pasta Salad
Loaded with chunks of avocado and mango, this beautiful dish makes an excellent summer meal. But there's no need to limit it to one season?you're likely to crave it year-round! The bright, refreshing flavors taste great hot or cold, making this an excellent brown-bag lunch recipe.
Makes: 5 servings
Yield: 2 cups each
Prep: 25 mins
Grill: 6 mins
Red Bean, Chicken, and Sweet Potato Stew
The peanut butter base of this soup gives it a mild nutty taste, while Cajun seasoning and cilantro brighten the flavors. Use your slow cooker to make this easy meal even more convenient.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Slow Cook: 10 hrs to 12 hrs (low) or 5 to 6 hours (high)
Creamy Chicken Enchiladas
Bring Southwestern flavor to the dinner table with this healthy chicken recipe. A creamy sauce of light sour cream, yogurt, and diced green chile peppers spices up shredded chicken and spinach for a delicious everyday meal.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 40 mins 350°F
Stand: 5 mins
Chicken, Asparagus, and Bacon Skillet
This healthy recipe features savory bacon, fresh asparagus spears, summer squash, and golden-browned chicken to make a skillet supper full of flavor. With fewer than 300 calories per serving, it's a healthy and tantalizing chicken dinner.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 45 mins
Roasted Indian Chicken, Vegetables, and Chickpeas
Don't spend the evening washing dishes; this well-seasoned chicken dinner requires only one pan for a no-fuss meal. Bold flavor from mustard, cumin, ginger , cinnamon, and lime transform chicken from ho-hum to oh, yum!
Makes: 5 servings
Yield: 1 1/2 cups each
Prep: 35 mins
Bake: 30 mins 425°
Chimichurri Chicken
Top grilled chicken with this Argentinean garlic-red pepper sauce. Lemon-seasoned green beans add nutrients to the meal while keeping it surprisingly low in calories.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Grill: 12 mins
Chicken Caesar Salad with Parmesan Croutons
Homemade dressing and cooked chicken keep this classic salad low-cal, while Parmesan croutons add crunch and flavor to every bite. Throw in bright cherry tomatoes for an extra bit of freshness.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Bake: 20 mins 300°
Chicken Enchilada Wraps
This blend of spicy seasonings and fresh ingredients comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a delicious option for any weeknight meal. Save even more time by preparing the filling in advance -- just cover and chill for up to 24 hours.
Makes: 6 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Thai Chicken Pizza
Slather whole wheat pizza dough with a homemade peanut sauce for this Thai-inspired pizza. Topped with chicken, red sweet pepper slices, green onion, and mozzarella cheese, this healthy recipe is a delicious twist on a family favorite.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Start to Finish: 30 mins
How to Bake Chicken
See our secrets for baking chicken breasts for perfect doneness and flavor.
Gingered Chicken Meatball Soup with Brown Rice and Basil
Chicken, brown rice, and veggies: This recipe knocks out three food groups in one bowl! A generous garnish of basil adds freshness to this hearty soup recipe.
Asian Chicken Salad
A bold oil-and-vinegar dressing made with soy sauce, Sriracha sauce, garlic, and ginger gives this main-dish salad tremendous Asian flavor.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: About 2 cups mesclun mixture, about 4 ounces chicken, and 2 tablespoons dressing each
Prep: 15 mins
Grill: 6 mins
Chicken and Hummus Pitas
Hummus is a spread made of mashed chickpeas, ground sesame seeds (called tahini), lemon juice, garlic, and salt. It's full of fiber from the chickpeas, and it also contains some healthy monounsaturated fats.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Broil: 12 mins
Creamy Roasted Chicken, Potato, and Noodle Soup
A comforting bowl of chicken noodle soup feeds the soul. This version has everything you expect plus a few surprises, such as potatoes, thyme, and evaporated milk, for a more indulgent soup.
Makes: 4 servings
Yield: 1 1/4 cups each
Start to Finish: 1 hr
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