Recipes and Cooking Healthy Recipes 9 Healthy French Recipes for Feel-Good Classics By Sheena Chihak, RD Sheena Chihak, RD Instagram Sheena Chihak is a registered dietitian, former food editor and current edit lead for BHG with over 15 years of writing and editing experience for both print and digital. Learn about BHG's Editorial Process Updated on September 7, 2022 Fact checked by Emily Estep Fact checked by Emily Estep Emily Estep is a plant biologist and journalist who has worked for a variety of online news and media outlets, writing about and editing topics that range from film and beauty to science and the automobile industry. Her plant biology degree has a focus on sustainable agriculture, and she's an expert on growing your own food, environmental sciences, and all topics relating to houseplants. Learn about BHG's Fact Checking Process Share Tweet Pin Email Trending Videos Photo: Blaine Moats Indulgent French recipes can be yours, even if you want to eat healthy. From fruit-filled crepes to beef bourguignon, these healthy recipes are full of French cooking techniques and ingredients, and they still fit your healthy diet. 01 of 09 Slow Cooker Coq au Vin View Recipe Our twist on coq au vin lets you put everything in the slow cooker for an easy but authentic French recipe. The medley of chicken, mushrooms, and carrots is naturally healthy, and spooned over fluffy mashed potatoes, it's utterly delicious comfort food. 02 of 09 Steak au Poivre View Recipe Steak au poivre's trademark is a bold black pepper rub that's not for the faint of heart. Temper the heat and add richness with a creamy Dijon-and-brandy sauce for a healthy steak dinner. 03 of 09 Madeleine Cookies with Vanilla Bean Buttercream View Recipe A traditional four-ingredient genoise cake forms the base for these fluffy madeleine cookies. Even with a dollop of buttercream frosting, this fun French dessert is only 119 calories per serving. 04 of 09 Lemon Crepes View Recipe Berries tossed in honey and mascarpone give these lemon-zested crepes a fresh spin. And if you think crepes are only for those skinny Parisians, think again. Our healthy recipe is low-sodium, low-fat, and only 139 calories! 05 of 09 Poulet Frites View Recipe Poulet frites is a classic French recipe that stars simply seasoned, fall-off-the-bone chicken and mixed potato fries. The homemade, thyme-infused fries are baked instead of fried for a deliciously guilt-free side. 06 of 09 Weeknight Beef Bourguignon View Recipe Don't let the name intimidate you. Our beef bourguignon recipe is simple and ready in under an hour. Rich sirloin and veggies simmer in a red wine and herb sauce for authentic French flavor and a deliciously easy dinner. 07 of 09 Cocoa-Hazelnut Macarons View Recipe We love French desserts, especially when they're as cute as these chocolaty macarons. Creamy hazelnut filling sandwiched between cocoa-infused meringue cookies makes an indulgent cookie that's perfect for a party or gift. 08 of 09 French Chicken Stew View Recipe This rustic, healthy recipe takes some French essentials, such as fresh vegetables, white wine, and herbs de Provence, and tosses them into the slow cooker for a low-calorie but power-packed dinner that's easy to pack for lunch, too. 09 of 09 French Bread View Recipe Blaine Moats Making French bread is easier than you think, and the freshly baked flavor is totally worth it. Our recipe makes two loaves, so you can have one tonight and freeze one for later. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit