Does your usual dinner routine need some lightening up? Chicken is the perfect lean protein to use in any dish because not only is it versatile, it is an inexpensive way to prepare a healthy dinner for your family. But just because you’re watching your weight doesn’t mean you have to eat chicken and lettuce every day. There are many ways to eat the foods you like by substituting ingredients and bumping up the flavour without adding the fat.
Here’s a series tasty chicken recipes that are less than 350 calories per serving.
This recipe is perfect when the weather is starting to cool down a little. Not only is it healthy but it is easy to prepare and packs a mere 240 calories per serving.
Big Batch Chicken, Lentil, Bean & Rice Soup
This big batch of soup is not only high fibre but freezes very well so you can take some for your lunches. At 190 calories per serving, you have not excuse not to make this soup!
Chicken Cacciatore, Friulano and Goat Cheese Pizza
Next time the family is screaming for pizza, trick them by serving them a healthier version of this family favourite. At 280 calorie per slice, you’ll be more than happy to make this pizza for anyone.
Chicken & Ricotta Phyllo Bundles
The ricotta cheese and phyllo pastry in this recipe give it a rich texture but don’t be fooled! Each bundle only contains 290 calories. Serve it with a light salad for a complete meal.
If you’re a blue cheese lover then this 290 calorie per slice pizza is for you!
For more low-calorie recipes check out our recipes at www.chicken.ca
