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 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.
So stock up on boneless, skinless chicken breasts, and put the following recipes in your meal plan.
Get the recipe: marinated kale and chicken bowl with sun-dried tomato sauce
Get the recipe: one-skillet balsamic chicken and vegetables
Get the recipe: Southwestern chicken and sweet potato skillet
Get the recipe: one-pot cilantro lime chicken and rice
Get the recipe: chicken with chiles, olives, and roasted garlic
Get the recipe: chicken and vegetable quinoa bowl with tangy tahini dressing