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For us meat eaters, chicken is a regular part of our diets.
And fortunately, it’s healthy for us on its own.
However, a lot of recipes tend to overdo it when it comes to toppings and sides.
So today, we’re going to talk about 8 ways to make the most of chicken without going overboard with calories.
But first, let’s take a look at the nutritional benefits chicken has to offer.
Nutrition content is one of chicken’s strongest selling points. A single 4 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast contains:
Chicken is also relatively low in saturated fat compared to other protein alternatives.
And as you’re about to see, chicken can be pretty versatile – and always delicious.
You might not have the chance to get out to Hawaii often, but you can pretend you’re there when you eat this wonderful grilled chicken. It’s marinated in a mixture of pineapple juice, low-sodium soy sauce and ketchup, and ginger. It’s simple and colorful, and downright delicious.
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Kale is one of those perfect superfoods that can be mixed with a huge amount of foods. I can’t get enough of the stuff, so when I found this grilled chicken and roasted kale recipe, I had to share it with you guys.
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Tomatoes are one of those great fruits that you should be eating every day. This Italian-inspired dish uses them in their wonderful sun-dried form that I heartily enjoy. The recipe also recommends you serve it with sautéed spinach or steamed broccoli – and I couldn’t agree more.
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Ever since I was a kid, I’ve always enjoyed chicken fingers. In my picky days, I had to convince myself not to just order chicken fingers at every restaurant I went to with my family.
But as an adult, I’ve tried to stay away from them because they can be high in calories and carbs thanks to their breading – and because they’re deep fried.
This recipe, on the other hand, is perfect for adults. It’s reminiscent of childhood but perfectly healthy!
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This one’s a little complicated, but believe me, the results are well worth it. And if you want to get a little crazier with it, try mixing in other vegetables like shredded carrots or sliced jicama.
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This is comfort food at its healthiest.
Cacciatore is a rustic-style meal often called “hunter’s stew” that has a delightful mixture of Italian herbs and vegetables – and even sometimes wine. Because of how healthy it is on its own, adding chicken to it might just make it a balanced-diet favorite.
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When you see anything with blue cheese in it, you might raise an eyebrow. Thankfully, this buffalo chicken recipe shows you how to prepare your own blue cheese dressing in the healthiest way possible.
And if you want it to be a little on the spicier side, try marinating your chicken in Sriracha sauce while you prepare the other ingredients!
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This is by far the most straightforward way to make a delicious chicken breast with the fewest steps. The Greek or low-fat yogurt you add to it will add immensely to the flavor and health benefits of the chicken. And whether you serve it over whole grain rice or just eat it on its own with a tasty veggie is up to you!
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See — you don’t have to eat plain old unhealthy fried chicken all the time. There are plenty of ways to make chicken that will give you all the flavor you crave while helping you stay close to your diet.
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