Low-calorie chicken recipes
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Spiced chicken, spinach & sweet potato stew
A healthy one-pot with warming spices that's low fat, low calorie, 3 of your 5-a-day and also full of fibre!
Slow-cooker chicken casserole
Treat the family to this wholesome chicken casserole that delivers comfort while being low-fat. And you can let a slow cooker do most of the work
Moroccan chicken stew
This hearty stew, full of vibrant veg and warming spices, is a Hemsley sister favourite. Serve with a side of cauliflower tabbouleh as a light accompaniment
Mexican-style bean soup with shredded chicken & lime
Use leftover chicken breast in this substantial healthy soup. Alternatively, make the recipe vegetarian by topping with chunky, fresh guacamole
Chipotle chicken wraps
These healthy smoky chicken wraps, packed with veg, are great for a night in. To make a veggie version, simply replace the chicken with roasted sweet potato
Soft polenta with roast squash, kale & hazelnuts
This dish makes a wonderful accompaniment to a roast chicken or some lovely crackling-covered pork. It works well as a vegetarian main course too
Cardamom chicken with lime leaves
If you're a true curry lover, the layers of spice in this fragrant and tender chicken thigh curry will really hit the spot
Summer chicken stew
One-pots aren't just for winter, try this fresh summer version with leeks, green beans, peas, new potatoes and tender chicken thighs
Chicken satay salad
Try this no-fuss, midweek meal that's high in protein and big on flavour. Marinate chicken breasts, then drizzle with a punchy peanut satay sauce
Spinach, ricotta & chicken traybake
This healthy chicken dinner comes with roasted peppers, courgettes, onions and tomatoes - four of your recommended 5-a-day
Jerk chicken burger
Flavour lean chicken with Jamaican-inspired spicy seasoning, griddle then and serve in a bread roll with mango, tomato, lettuce and sauce
Lemony chicken stew with giant couscous
This healthy Moroccan-style one-pot can be slow-cooked and dished up at different times - ideal for busy households
Paillard of chicken with lemon & herbs
Pounding meat until thin and flat is a great technique for barbecued chicken breast, as it ensures it won’t dry out. Try this version with lemon and herbs.
Pulled chicken salad
Pull apart a ready-roasted chicken to whip up this healthy, vibrant, low-calorie dish in just 20 minutes
Low-fat chicken biryani
This fragrant Indian chicken curry with rice topping has half the fat of your normal takeaway, and it's low calorie
Thai coconut crumbed chicken traybake
Contrast breaded chicken with squash, tomatoes and aubergine flavoured with spicy Thai red curry paste
Fragrant spiced chicken with banana sambal
This spicy Asian-inspired dish is flavoured with coriander, cumin, turmeric, almonds and cardamom. Serve with a cooling chopped salad
Chicken & pomegranate bulgur pilaf
Spice up your chicken with a ras-al-hanout or Moroccan tagine spice mix then serve with good-for-you grains and light, fresh flavours
Niçoise chicken salad
We've given the usual tuna Niçoise a twist by using chicken, for a lean veggie-packed salad that's also rich in fibre, folate, vitamin c, iron and three of your five-a-day
Pulled chicken
Remake a street-food favourite, pulled pork, with juicy chicken thighs to cut the calories for a healthy taco filling
Spicy harissa chicken with lentils
This healthy one-pot from reader Sarah Oliver with chicken thighs, Puy lentils and harissa is packed with flavour - hearty, filling and low in calories
Chicken Marengo
Try a chicken casserole with a difference and whip up this version with mushrooms, olives, tomato and parsley
Lemon & garlic roast chicken with charred broccoli & sweet potato mash
A healthy, all-in-one roast lunch, that supplies two portions of veg and a vitamin C boost
Creamy chicken & asparagus braise
This delightfully summery, low-calorie, low-fat dish packs in plenty of greens and has a yogurt, tarragon and garlic sauce