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Buffalo-Parmesan Chicken Nuggets

Buffalo-Parmesan Chicken Nuggets
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • [q:1 1/2] Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 Tbsp hot sauce, plus more as needed
  • [q:1/4] cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • [q:1/2] tsp garlic powder
  • [q:1/2] tsp paprika
  • [q:1/4] tsp cayenne pepper
  • [q:1/8] tsp black pepper
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Avocado oil spray
Directions
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a [q:15 1/4] by [q:10 1/4]-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pulse the oats in a blender until they have a breadcrumb consistency.
  3. In a small bowl, mix together the oil and hot sauce. In a medium bowl, mix together the oats, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper and black pepper.
  4. Dip a piece of the chicken into the olive oil–hot sauce mixture then immediately into the oat-Parmesan mixture, coating it generously. Place the piece of chicken on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat this process for the remaining chicken pieces.
  5. Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with the avocado oil spray. Bake the chicken for 8 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken nuggets and bake them for 5 more minutes, or until they are crispy and brown.
  7. Serve the chicken nuggets immediately with additional hot sauce and veggies.
Nutrition Info
340 calories, 40.2g protein, 17.2g carbohydrates, 2.7g fiber, 0.1g sugar, 12.1g fat (3g saturated fat)

Malaysian Chicken Satay

Malaysian Chicken Satay
Prep Time
60 minutes, plus 1 hour marinate time
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
  • Chicken Satay

    • 3 tbsp curry powder
    • 2 tsp ground turmeric
    • 1 tsp brown sugar
    • 1 large onion, minced
    • 3 cloves garlic, minced
    • Pinch of salt
    • 3 tbsp rice bran, canola or grapeseed oil
    • 6 (4 oz) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • Serving Suggestions

    • Store-bought peanut sauce
    • Thickly sliced cucumber Thinly sliced red onion
Directions
  1. Chicken Satay Marinade

    1. Mix together the curry powder, turmeric, brown sugar, onion, garlic, salt and oil in a large bowl.
    2. Add the chicken thigh pieces to the marinade and combine thoroughly. Marinate the chicken for at least 1 hour (or preferably overnight in the refrigerator).
  2. Chicken Satay Skewers

    1. Soak 22 to 24 thin bamboo skewers in warm water for 30 minutes
    2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (400 to 450°F).
    3. Thread 3 to 5 pieces of chicken onto each skewer, depending on the size of the chicken pieces. The chicken should cover only the top third of the skewers.
    4. Grill the skewers for 2 to 3 minutes per side, then move the skewers to medium heat (350°F) and cook the skewers for a further 2 to 3 minutes per side, until the chicken is opaque all the way through when cut open.
    5. Serve the satay skewers with the Peanut Sauce, cucumber and red onion.
Nutrition Info
With cucumber, red onion, and [q:1/4] cup peanut sauce per serving: 590 Calories, 49 g Protein, 202 mg Cholesterol, 28 g Carbohydrates, 16 g Total sugars (1 g Added sugars), 5 g Fiber, 31 g Total fat (6 g sat), 1,175 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Phosphorus, [nutrition:4] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin E, Zinc, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin K, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, [nutrition:1] Folate

Asian Lettuce Wraps

Asian Lettuce Wraps
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
  • 6 Tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
  • 3 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
  • 3 Tbsp honey
  • [q:1 1/2] Tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp hot chili sauce (or up to 2 tsp if you prefer more heat), plus more (optional) for serving
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
  • 1 tsp avocado oil or peanut oil
  • 1 lb ground chicken or ground turkey
  • 2 cups shredded coleslaw mix, or 1 cup shredded carrots and 1 cup shredded cabbage, plus more for garnish
  • 1 bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 (8 oz) can water chestnuts, drained and chopped
  • 16 crisp Boston, Bibb, butter, or romaine lettuce leaves
  • [q:1/2] cup peanuts, crushed
Directions

Make It Now

  1. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, vinegar, honey, sesame oil, chili sauce, garlic, and ginger. Set aside.
  2. In a medium skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until shimmery. Add chicken and cook until there is no more pink. Drain off any grease. (Freezing instructions begin here.)
  3. Transfer chicken to a slow cooker and add coleslaw mix, green onions, and water chestnuts. Pour sauce over top and stir to combine.
  4. Cover and cook on Low for 3 to 4 hours, until vegetables are soft and flavors have combined.
  5. Set lettuce leaves cupped-side up on a large plate or platter. Using a slotted spoon, fill each leaf with chicken mixture. Top with more coleslaw mix, crushed peanuts, and more chile sauce, if you like. Wrap filling in lettuce and eat like a taco.

Freezer to Slow Cooker

  • Freeze for Later

    1. Follow steps 1 and 2 above. Let chicken cool.
    2. Place chicken, sauce, coleslaw mix, green onions, and water chestnuts in a gallon-size freezer bag or container. Seal and freeze.
    3. Place crushed peanuts in a small freezer bag or container. Seal and freeze alongside chicken.
  • Prepare from Frozen

    1. Have lettuce leaves and coleslaw mix and (optional) chile sauce on hand to finish this meal. Thaw.
    2. Follow steps 3 through 5 above.
Nutrition Info
453 Calories, 28 g Protein, 39 g Carbohydrates, 5 g Fiber, 23 g Total fat (5 g sat), 905 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B6, K, [nutrition:4]​ Vitamin A, B3 (niacin), Phosphorus, [nutrition:3]​ Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B12, C, Folate, Potassium, Zinc, [nutrition:1] Vitamin E, Iron, Magnesium

Chicken Tortellini Soup

Chicken Tortellini Soup
Comfort Food, Fresh or Frozen
Prep Time
40 minutes
Number of Servings
Serves 6
Ingredients
  • Broth

    • 6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
    • 1 celery stalk, diced
    • [q:1 1/2] cups frozen diced carrots or sliced fresh carrots, blanched
    • [q:1/4] tsp dried rosemary
    • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
  • Soup

    • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast
    • 2 cups fresh or frozen cheese tortellini (about [q:7 1/2] oz)
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Garnish (optional)

    • Minced fresh parsley
    • Fresh thyme leaves
Directions
  1. Prepare The Broth

    1. Combine chicken broth, celery, carrots, rosemary, and parsley.
  2. Freeze for Later (optional)

    1. Put broth ingredients in a labeled gallon-size freezer bag. Seal, removing as much air as possible.
    2. Place cooked chicken and fresh or frozen tortellini in another labeled gallon-size freezer bag. Seal, removing as much air as possible.
    3. Place both bags together as a kit, seal, and freeze.
    4. Before cooking, place bags in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours or up to 24 hours to thaw.
  3. Finish and Serve

    1. Put broth ingredients into a large pot. Bring to a boil over high heat. Immediately reduce heat to medium-high and boil for 5 minutes, until carrots and celery are tender.
    2. Add cooked chicken and tortellini; season to taste with salt and pepper. Simmer, stirring, for 3 to 4 minutes, until tortellini are tender and filling is hot. Remove from heat.
    3. Ladle into bowls. Sprinkle with pepper and parsley and thyme, if using.
Nutrition Info
295 Calories, 26 g Protein, 23 g Carbohydrates, 2 g Fiber, 11 g Total fat (4 g sat), 430 mg Sodium, [nut:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), Vitamin K, [nut:4] Phosphorus, [nut:3] Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, [nut:2] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B12, [nut:1] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin C, Calcium, Folate, Iron, Potassium, Zinc

Chicken Zoodle Soup

Chicken Zoodle Soup
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) butter
  • [q:1/4] cup (40 g) chopped onion
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 4 cups (960 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • [q:1/4] tsp ground black pepper
  • [q:1/2] tsp pink salt
  • [q:1/4] tsp dried thyme
  • 2 cups (280 g) cooked, cubed chicken
  • 2 medium zucchinis, spiralized
Directions
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the onion and celery. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the onion softens and becomes fragrant. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  2. Pour the broth into the pot and add the bay leaf, parsley, pepper, salt and thyme, and stir. Add the chicken and bring the pot to a boil for 2 minutes, then lower the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  3. After 10 minutes, add the zucchinis and turn off the heat. Stir occasionally and let the zucchinis soften for 5 to 7 minutes. They should be soft but still firm enough to add a bit of texture to the dish. Discard the bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Info
200 Calories, 6.2 g Total Carbs, 1.7 g Fiber, 4.5 g Net Carbs, 24.1 g Protein, 8.3 g Fat

Jumpin’ Jambalaya

Jumpin’ Jambalaya
Prep Time
[q:1 1/2] hours prep time
Number of Servings
Serves 9
Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 14 oz low-fat turkey kielbasa
  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 medium celery stalk, chopped
  • 2 small onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 small bunch green onions, chopped
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, no salt added
  • [q:1 1/2] cup uncooked brown rice
  • 4 cup water
  • 2 cubes low-sodium chicken bouillon
  • 1 bay leaf
  • [q:1 1/2] tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3 Tbsp parsley, finely chopped
Directions
  1. Cut chicken and kielbasa into 1-inch chunks.
  2. Spray a medium-size pan with nonstick cooking spray. Brown sausage and chicken over medium heat and remove from pan.
  3. Add celery, onions, garlic, green onions, bell pepper, and tomatoes to same pot and cook over medium heat for 10 minutes.
  4. Put cooked meat back into pot; add rice, water, chicken bouillon cubes, bay leaf, and cayenne pepper. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and let simmer for about 50 minutes or until water has evaporated.
  5. Stir in parsley and serve warm.
Nutrition Info
1 cup: 342 Calories, 20 g Protein, 32 g Carbohydrates, 3 g Fiber, 15 g Total fat (5 g sat), 635 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, [nutrition:4] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), K, Phosphorus, [nutrition:2] Vitamin C, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), B12, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc

Pistachio Pesto Chicken Breast

Pistachio Pesto Chicken Breast
Prep Time
45 mins prep time
Number of Servings
2
Ingredients
  • 1 tsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 bone-in, skin-on chicken breasts
  • [q:1/2]  tsp kosher salt
  • [q:1/4] tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 Tbsp Pistachio Pesto, plus more for serving
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 375°. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Generously rub oil over chicken breasts to thoroughly coat them. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Put chicken breasts on lined baking sheet and roast for 35 minutes. Remove from oven and baste chicken breasts with juices from bottom of pan. Return baking sheet to oven and roast chicken breasts for 5 minutes more, or until skin is bubbling and crispy.
  3. Remove chicken breasts from oven and top each breast with 2 tablespoons of pesto, spreading it to cover chicken breast.
  4. Serve with more pesto on side.
Nutrition Info
433 Calories, 38 g Protein, 3 g Carbohydrates, 1 g Fiber, 29 g Total fat (6 g sat), 490 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, [nutrition:4] Phosphorus, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B12, [nutrition:1] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), Iron, Magnesium, Zinc

Roasted Poblano Creamy Spaghetti with Grilled Chicken, Onions, & Peppers

Roasted Poblano Creamy Spaghetti with Grilled Chicken, Onions, & Peppers
Prep Time
45 mins prep
Number of Servings
4
Ingredients
  • 1 lb poblano chilies
  • [q:3/4] cup plain unsweetened Greek yogurt
  • [q:1/4] cup roughly chopped cilantro
  • 1 garlic clove, grated
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 oz spaghetti
  • 4 (6 oz) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 Tbsp vegetable oil, divided
  • 1 small onion, cut in half along the equator
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced lengthwise into 2 pieces
Directions
  1. To fire roast chilies for poblano cream sauce, place chilies on a baking tray and broil them until skin is blackened, turning as needed.
  2. Place peppers in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap. When cool enough to handle, after about 20 minutes, remove blackened skin from peppers by wiping it off with your fingers. Rinse remaining blackened skin off. Cut chilies in half and remove and discard seeds. Roughly chop chilies and place in bowl of a food processor along with yogurt, cilantro, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste. Purée.
  3. Bring a large pot of water to boil. Cook spaghetti according to package directions. Drain spaghetti and set aside.
  4. Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper and coat with 2 teaspoons of the oil. Grill chicken breast for approximately 4 minutes per side or until cooked through. Toss onion and bell pepper pieces with remaining oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Grill until just softened and slightly charred about 3 minutes. Slice grilled onion and bell pepper pieces into long strips.
  5. Toss spaghetti with sliced bell pepper and onion and half of poblano-yogurt sauce. Heat through. Divide between 4 bowls. Top each bowl with a grilled chicken breast and dollop of remaining sauce.
Nutrition Info
487 Calories, 49 g Protein, 39 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Fiber, 15 g Total fat (3 g sat), 405 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, C, Phosphorus, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B2 (riboflavin), [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), E, Magnesium, Potassium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, B12, D, K, Folate, Iron, Zinc

Lightened-Up Curried Chicken Salad

Lightened-Up Curried Chicken Salad
Prep Time
30 min prep time
Number of Servings
serves 6
Ingredients

Dressing

  • [q:1/3] cup mayonnaise
  • 1 avocado, peeled, pitted, and smashed
  • 2 Tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 2 Tbsp mango chutney
  • 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp curry powder
  • [q:1/2] tsp salt
  • [q:1/4] tsp freshly ground black pepper

Salad

  • 4 cup diced, cooked chicken (preferably grilled)
  • [q:1/3] cup finely chopped red onion
  • [q:1/2] cup diced celery
  • [q:1/2] cup chopped cashews, toasted
  • 4 tsp dried goldenberries*
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves, plus more for garnish
Directions
  1. Make dressing: Combine all dressing ingredients in a blender, and pulse until smooth. Or to prepare by hand, make sure avocado and chutney’s mango pieces are smashed smooth (you can use a fork to do this), and then whisk all dressing ingredients together in a medium bowl. Taste dressing and adjust seasoning to your liking.
  2. In a serving bowl, stir together chicken, onion, celery, cashews, goldenberries, and cilantro. Toss with just enough dressing to coat. Taste and add more if necessary.
  3. Garnish with extra cilantro to serve. This salad may be made an hour ahead of serving and refrigerated to chill.
Nutrition Info
442 Calories, 34 g Protein, 14 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Fiber, 28 g Total fat (6 g sat), 398 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, [nutrition:4] Phosphorus, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B12, [nutrition:1] Vitamin E, K, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Potassium, Zinc

Ratatouille Sheet Pan Chicken

Ratatouille Sheet Pan Chicken
Prep Time
60 minutes
Number of Servings
8
Ingredients
  • 2 whole chickens, cut into eighths
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp oregano
  • 1 red onion, cut into wedges
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes
  • 2 yellow squash or zucchini, cut into rounds
  • 3 Tbsp freshly chopped basil
  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 2 Tbsp honey
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp olive oil to drizzle
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 400°.
  2. Place chicken pieces on 1 large sheet pan or 2 standard-size sheet pans. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Add vegetables and basil to pan and massage all with vinegar, honey, and oil.
  3. Bake for 50 minutes until cooked through and golden.
Nutrition Info
617 Calories, 45 g Protein, 23 g Carbohydrates, 3 g Fiber, 38 g Total fat (10 g sat), 316 mg Sodium, [nutrition:5] Vitamin B3 (niacin), B6, Phosphorus, [nutrition:4] Vitamin C, [nutrition:3] Vitamin B12, Zinc, [nutrition:2] Vitamin B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), Magnesium, Potassium, [nutrition:1] Vitamin A, E, K, Folate, Iron