51 Healthy Chicken Recipes

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51 Healthy Chicken Recipes2/52 Contest-Winning Peanut Chicken Stir-Fry 36 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s a colorful and comforting peanut chicken stir-fry with just a touch of heat from crushed red pepper. If you want even more color, add frozen stir-fry veggies. —Lisa Erickson, Ripon, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 384 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 575mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 2 fat. 3/52 How to Grill Chicken Breasts 4

Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat

Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves this grilled chicken, and I love having a healthy and tasty recipe that keeps my kitchen cool. —Linda Coss, Lake Forest, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 207 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 4/52 Baked Chicken Chimichangas 63 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I developed this quick

and easy recipe through trial and error

and easy recipe through trial and error. I used to garnish it with sour cream, too, but I eliminated it in order to lighten the recipe. My friends all love it when I cook these chimichangas, and they’re much healthier than deep-fried. —Rickey Madden, Clinton, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 chimichanga: 269 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 613mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 5/52 Lemon Thyme Chicken 30 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Lemon Thyme Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total

Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat, 1/2 starch

Time 35 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Buttered onions are a great addition to this easy lemon chicken recipe. Best of all, it takes only a few minutes to brown the lightly breaded chicken on the stove top. —Kay Shimonek, Corsicana, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/4 cup sauce: 308 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat, 1/2 starch. 6/52 Chicken Thighs with Shallots & Spinach 77 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time

30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This moist and tender chicken comes complete with its own creamy spinach side dish! It makes a pretty presentation and comes together in no time flat for a nutritious weeknight meal. —Genna Johannes, Wrightstown, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 1/4 cup spinach mixture: 223 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 360mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 7/52 Slow-Cooked Italian Chicken 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 4 hours 20 min

My father loved this dish

Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With its nicely seasoned tomato sauce, this enticing chicken entree is especially good over pasta. My father loved this dish. —Deanna D’Auria, Banning, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 231 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 818mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable. 8/52 9/52 Texan Ranch Chicken Casserole 102 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 55 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Every time I serve this creamy chicken ranch casserole,

it gets rave reviews

it gets rave reviews. The recipe was passed down to me and is so good! It’s really easy to make, freezes well and has just a touch of heat. If your family likes more, add some jalapenos! —Kendra Doss, Smithville, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 329 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 719mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 10/52 Huli Huli Chicken 156 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Huli Huli Chicken Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 12 servings

Huli means “turn” in Hawaiian and refers to turning the meat on the grill

Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I lived in Hawaii, I got this recipe for chicken marinated in a ginger-soy sauce from a friend. Huli means “turn” in Hawaiian and refers to turning the meat on the grill. —Sharon Boling, San Diego, California Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken thighs: 391 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat), 151mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 0 fiber), 43g protein. 11/52 Cashew Chicken with Noodles 69 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Cashew Chicken with Noodles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to

I was smitten!

Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I tried this recipe for chicken with cashew nuts when making freezer meals with some friends. I was smitten! It’s quick, easy and so delicious! —Anita Beachy, Bealeton, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 638 calories, 26g fat (5g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 870mg sodium, 68g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 33g protein. 12/52 Thai Chicken Thighs 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 5 hours 25 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These very tender and moist chicken thighs come with a tangy peanut butter sauce that is irresistible. —Taste

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch

of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 1/4 cup sauce (calculated without rice): 261 calories, 15g fat (4g saturated fat), 87mg cholesterol, 350mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 13/52 Easy Coq au Vin 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Coq au Vin Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love being able to fix a fancy gourmet dish in such a short amount of time and still

have it turn out so delicious

have it turn out so delicious. To reduce fat, use chicken tenderloin pieces or skinless chicken breasts. This recipe is really fabulous served with rice. —Judy VanCoetsem, Cortland, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 255 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 648mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 14/52 Chicken Avocado Wraps Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Avocado Wraps Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I came up with this chicken avocado wrap

while trying to figure out what to make for lunch one day

while trying to figure out what to make for lunch one day. The recipe is now a favorite at my house. —Shiva Houshidari, Plano, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 329 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 fat, 1-1/2 starch, 1 vegetable. 15/52 Chicken & Garlic with Fresh Herbs 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Garlic with Fresh Herbs Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: The key to

this savory chicken is the combination of garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme

this savory chicken is the combination of garlic, fresh rosemary and thyme. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or crusty Italian bread. —Jan Valdez, Lombard, Illinois Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 2 tablespoons cooking juices: 203 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 346mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 16/52 Thai Chicken Linguine 7 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Thai Chicken Linguine Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I’m feeding a

crowd, I multiply this Thai-inspired chicken with pasta and snow peas

crowd, I multiply this Thai-inspired chicken with pasta and snow peas. The merrymaking begins when everybody digs in, even the kids. —Teri Rumble, Jensen Beach, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1-1/3 cups: 377 calories, 13g fat (2g saturated fat), 104mg cholesterol, 697mg sodium, 44g carbohydrate (12g sugars, 5g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 2 fat. 17/52 Maple Mustard Chicken 34 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 3 hours 5 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband loves this chicken dish. It calls for only five ingredients, and we try to have

them all on hand for a delicious and cozy dinner anytime

them all on hand for a delicious and cozy dinner anytime. —Jennifer Seidel, Midland, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half: 289 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 24g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 35g protein. 18/52 Teriyaki Pineapple Drumsticks 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Teriyaki Pineapple Drumsticks Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 2 hours 5 min Servings 12 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m always looking for ways to free my husband from the grill. Roasted drumsticks keep everyone happy. —Erica Allen, Tuckerton, New Jersey Nutrition Facts:

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