Anyone that's ever tried to diet — or at least eat healthier — knows that the struggle to find foods that are both healthy and flavorful is real. Very real.
But there is one reliable protein that should be every healthy eater's go-to: boneless, skinless chicken [1] breasts. Whether you're highlighting the simplicity of the food or transforming it with sauces and spices, chicken can be one of the most versatile — not to mention easiest — ingredients for diet-friendly cooking [2].
So stock up on boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and put the following recipes in your meal plan.
Hawaiian Chicken Kebabs
Get the recipe: Hawaiian chicken kebabs [4]
One Pot Golden Curry Chicken Soup
Get the recipe: one pot golden curry chicken soup [5]
Kale and Chicken Bowl
Get the recipe: marinated kale and chicken bowl with sun-dried tomato sauce [6]
Honey Dijon Skillet Chicken
Get the recipe: honey Dijon skillet chicken [7]
Chicken Quinoa Enchiladas
Get the recipe: chicken quinoa enchiladas [8]
Chicken Gyro Salad
Get the recipe: chicken gyro salad with tzatziki dressing [9]
Orange Rosemary Chicken
Get the recipe: orange rosemary chicken [10]
Caprese and Avocado Salad
Get the recipe: caprese and avocado chopped salad [11]
Chicken Korma
Get the recipe: chicken korma with coconut milk [12]
Balsamic Peach Chicken Skillet
Get the recipe: balsamic peach chicken skillet [13]
Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Get the recipe: creamy miso peanut chicken lettuce wraps [14]
Honey Mustard Chicken
Get the recipe: baked honey mustard chicken [15]
Avocado Caprese Skillet Chicken
Get the recipe: avocado caprese skillet chicken [16]
Citrus Chicken Salad
Get the recipe: Asian citrus chicken salad [17]
Thai Chicken Tacos
Get the recipe: Thai chicken tacos with peanut sauce [18]
Balsamic Chicken and Vegetables
Get the recipe: one-skillet balsamic chicken and vegetables [19]
Thai Red Coconut Chicken
Get the recipe: Thai red coconut chicken [20]
Winter Salad With Lemon Chicken
Get the recipe: Winter spa salad with lemon chicken [21]
Slow-Cooker Cranberry Chicken
Get the recipe: slow-cooker cranberry chicken [22]
Southwestern Chicken Skillet
Get the recipe: Southwestern chicken and sweet potato skillet [23]
Southwest Chicken Salad
Get the recipe: Southwest chicken salad [24]
Chicken Tortilla Soup
Get the recipe: slow-cooker chicken tortilla soup [25]
Peach Salad With Grilled Basil Chicken
Get the recipe: peach salad with grilled basil chicken and white balsamic-honey vinaigrette [26]
Cilantro Lime Chicken and Rice
Get the recipe: one-pot cilantro lime chicken and rice [27]
Chicken with Chiles, Olives, and Roasted Garlic
Get the recipe: chicken with chiles, olives, and roasted garlic [28]
Lemon Teriyaki Chicken
Get the recipe: lemon teriyaki chicken [29]
Chicken Zoodle Soup
Get the recipe: chicken zoodle soup [30]
Honey Balsamic and Lemon Brussels Sprout Chicken
Get the recipe: honey balsamic and lemon brussels sprout chicken with goat cheese polenta [31]
Chicken and Vegetable Quinoa Bowl
Get the recipe: chicken and vegetable quinoa bowl with tangy tahini dressing [32]
