Last Updated on November 7, 2022 by
If you’re trying to lose weight, there are a few things you should follow. Not only is eating more vegetables and less processed foods nice for your body, but you’ll be able to eat more without that heavy feeling that comes with a lot of calories. Plus, you’ll feel all warm and fuzzy inside because not only are you making better choices, but they are natural and healthy as well! These recipes will become instant favorites in your household. They are easy to prepare and taste great.
Low-calorie chicken recipes are key to weight loss, if you’re a vegetarian. Chicken has the lowest calorie count (and highest protein) of all meat and fish, so it’s a great go-to for vegans, omnivores, vegetarians or those looking to start eating healthier. If you want to know more about Low Calorie Chicken Recipes For Weight Loss, make sure you read this article.
Low Calorie Chicken Recipes For Weight Loss
Have chicken on hand and not sure what to cook for dinner? These healthy chicken recipes will have you covered! Included are secret tricks on how to cook chicken breast perfectly!
Chicken is the most popular and affordable protein sources out there. It’s easily the foundations of many dinners out there. Growing up, it was the primary animal protein we ate in our household.
With many of us following a healthier diet, it’s always handy to have some healthy chicken breast recipes in our arsenal.
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Benefits of eating chicken breast
- Low calorie– Chicken breast is fantastic on a weight loss or low calorie diet, because it contains just 110 calories per 4 ounce serving and 24 grams of protein.
- Mood booster– Poultry, especially chicken, contains the amino acid, tryptophan, whish is associated with serotonin. Serotonin is often referred to as the ‘feel good’ hormone.
- Full of nutrients– Vitamin B12, zinc, and iron are all key nutrients found in chicken.
What is the healthiest way to cook chicken?
The healthiest ways to cook chicken are steaming, grilling, poaching and baking. All four techniques require minimal oil but keep plenty of flavor.
Out of these four methods, nothing beats a perfectly grilled chicken breast. When cooked correctly, it is extra flavorful and will NEVER turn our rubbery or dry. Not only is it easy and delicious, but it’s healthy too.
How to cook chicken breast?
The Ingredients.
- Chicken breasts– Skinless and boneless chicken. If your fillets are big/thick, you can slice them length ways.
- Olive oil– The most flavorful oil for any chicken marinade.
- Lemon juice– Freshly squeezed is preferred, but bottled or jarred juice works.
- Garlic– Freshly minced garlic or bottled garlic, not garlic powder.
- Salt and pepper– To taste.
The Instructions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic until combined. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper then add it to a ziplock bag, along with the marinade. Refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes.
Now, preheat a grill to medium/high heat. Brush the grills with some oil and, once hot, add the chicken breasts on top. Grill for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through. Once the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165C, remove them from the grill and serve immediately.
Storing, freezing and reheating instructions
- To store: Leftover chicken should be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to three days.
- To freeze: Place the cooked and cooled chicken in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to two months.
- Reheating: Microwave the chicken for 30-40 seconds or reheat stovetop.
What to make with chicken?
Chicken and chicken breast fillets are so versatile, they can be used in a plethora of recipes. You can use pre-cut chicken breast fillets
Here are the BEST boneless chicken breast recipes you need right now. You’ll find recipes using grilled chicken, baked chicken, and more unique (but easy) ways to use this poultry! Chicken has the unfair stigma of being dry or bland, but these recipes using chicken breast prove otherwise- They all have 5-star ratings!
Healthy Chicken Recipes
Chicken parmesan
Hunan chicken
Stir fry
Chicken florentine
Orange chicken
Baked chicken wings
Chicken tenders
Crack chicken
Chicken soup
Pad Thai
Chicken patties
Quesdadillas
Enchiladas
Chicken salad
10 Easy Chicken Recipes for Weight Loss
Does the saying “winner winner chicken dinner” really speak to you? What about the dream of losing weight? Does the word “easy” in this title also really speak to you? Then you’ve come to the right place! Here, you’ll find easy chicken recipes for weight loss that will surely make you feel like a winner winner.
I turn to these easy chicken recipes for weight loss whenever I really don’t feel like cooking, but really do feel like eating a delicious, healthy dinner. They’ve never failed me!
1. Easy Chicken Bruschetta Casserole
Bruschetta is the perfect way to get a little bit of everything in one meal. So, when a chicken bruschetta recipe is also easy, I don’t mess around. I could eat this SkinnyMs recipe of ours for dinner every day of the week, and I can do it guilt-free thanks to the nutrient-dense ingredients we use that also aid in weight loss!
2. Bruschetta Chicken
Can’t get enough Bruschetta? Neither can we! Our friends at PureWow have crafted up this magnificent dish! Their tasty Summer time recipe looks incredible, and it tastes even better! We’re in love with this scrumptious, protein-packed dinner and you will be too!
3. One-Skillet Chicken and Broccoli Dinner
One-Skillet dinners are the easiest of all dinners in my book. They make for an easy meal AND an easy clean-up! You can’t beat a chicken dinner like this one–especially when it’s delicious and aids in weight loss as well.
4. One-Pan Roasted Chicken with Carrots Recipe
This delightful one-pan meal is a winner in every way! It’s loaded with flavor and nutrients, is incredibly simple to make, and even easier to clean-up! If you’re in need of a healthy weeknight dinner for the family, this recipe can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.
5. Skillet Lemon Chicken Breast Dinner
It’s back to the basics with this one, but don’t think for a second that basic means flavorless! Our light and delicious, skillet lemon chicken has just as much flavor as it does protein. Hint: There is A LOT of protein in each serving of this easy meal.
6. 5-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Verde
This Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Verde really has it all: tender, shredded chicken swimming in a mildly spicy salsa verde sauce. Add in some fiber-rich navy beans, and you’ve got yourself a well-rounded meal for any night of the week!
7. One-Pan Rosemary Chicken and Root Vegetables
A flavor and texture combination made in heaven. The carrots, parsnips, turnips, and sweet potatoes will soften and caramelize as they cook in the hot oven. Meanwhile, the chicken and spices will compliment and balance out the sweetness of the root veggies with savory flavors.
8. Crispy “Un-Fried” Herb Chicken
This diet-friendly chicken recipe will certainly taste like a cheat meal, without actually being a cheat meal. How cool is that?! We’ve cut the fat (and excess calories,) by baking the chicken as opposed to frying it! You can have your fried chicken (er, un-fried chicken) and eat it too!
9. Slow Cooker Greek Lemon Chicken
This isn’t the first lemony recipe that has appeared on this list mainly because lemons are so great for weight loss. Incorporating lemons into your diet can aid in weight loss in multiple ways, such as:
- Maintaining blood sugar (which means no sugar cravings)
- Helping you to feel full for longer (no more over-eating)
- Boosting metabolism
As much as I’m a fan of this super easy chicken recipe, because of how great lemons and lemon juice both are for you, I’m also a huge fan of lemon water! If you’re not, but want the similar health benefits that it provides, check out our 5 Simple Detox Water Recipes to Boost Metabolism.
10. Easy Chicken and Rice Skillet Stir-Fry
Yay for another stir-fry recipe! This Asian-inspired chicken dish of ours is perfect to whip up on any and every busy weeknight. We’ve taken away all of the unhealthy grease that usually fills up your typical Asian food dish, and we’ve filled this dish with vegetables instead. This recipe calls for chicken, veggies, and brown rice–which means that it’s the perfect weight loss dinner!
Now that you have 10 absolutely mouth-watering, easy chicken recipes for weight loss, you’re more than ready to jump-start your weight loss journey in the yummiest way possible!