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Lean boneless, skinless chicken breast has always ranked as a favorite, especially for anyone trying to lose weight. With only 140 calories and a whopping 26 grams of protein per 3-ounce serving, thislow-calorie, high-proteinmeat will help to fill you up and keep you feeling satisfied for fewer calories. Rich, dark meat is slightly higher in calories but its intense flavor and moistness make it a delicious trade-off when you want to switch things up from traditional chicken breasts. Here we pulled together some of our best 500-calorie dinners with chicken for weight loss. If you’re following a1,500-calorie diet(a calorie level most people will lose weight following), 500 calories at dinner is an appropriate amount to aim for. Browse these delicious recipes, featuring chicken breasts, thighs and drumsticks, to find your new favorite chicken dinner recipe.
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Paprika Chicken Thighs with Brussels Sprouts
453 calories
In this healthy chicken recipe, paprika-rubbed chicken thighs are nestled into Brussels sprouts and shallots and roasted on a sheet pan in the oven for an easy, healthy dinner. As the chicken thighs roast, the garlicky drippings flavor the Brussels sprouts and shallots. This delicious sheet-pan dinner will quickly become a favorite.
Serve with:
Total: 490 calories
Chicken Enchilada-Stuffed Spaghetti Squash
408 calories
This healthy 5-ingredient spaghetti squash recipe is a satisfying low-carb alternative to taco night. Use leftover cooked chicken, if you have it on hand, for a fast dinner shortcut.
Total: 479 calories
Chicken & Kale Taco Salad with Jalapeño-Avocado Ranch
429 calories
This main-dish salad recipe tops hearty kale with lean poached chicken, a mix of tasty toppings and a creamy, tangy and spicy dressing you’ll want to drizzle on everything. The secret to the easy and amazing dressing: store-bought ranch dressing and pickled jalapeños.
Total: 503 calories
Chimichurri Chicken
261 calories
Total: 506 calories
Meal-Prep Curried Chicken & Chili-Lime Chicken
Curried Chicken: 198 calories
Chili-Lime Chicken: 196 calories
For the Curried Chicken, serve with:
Total: 524 calories
For the Chili-Lime Chicken, serve with:
Chicken and Vegetable Souvlaki with Barley Pilaf and Tzatziki
371 calories
Chicken is prepared Greek-style as souvlaki-skewered and grilled. Served with tzatziki, a traditional yogurt-based sauce, and a hearty barley pilaf, this fresh and delicious Mediterranean meal will leave your taste buds tingling and your stomach satisfied.
Total: 475 calories
Roast Chicken & Sweet Potatoes
Mustard-and-thyme-coated chicken thighs sit on a bed of caramelized sweet potatoes and red onion. They cook up fast in a very hot oven-perfect for a quick, healthy weeknight chicken dinner.
Total: 505 calories
Sheet-Pan Orange-Apricot Drumsticks
328 calories
In this easy sheet-pan dinner, a sweet-and-savory glaze and a colorful medley of vegetables transform chicken drumsticks into a satisfying meal.
Total: 527 calories
Slow-Cooker Chicken & Orzo with Tomatoes & Olives
278 calories
Perk up basic chicken breast and whole-wheat orzo with the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean, like lemon and olives. This load-and-go recipe makes a satisfying meal and only involves 15 minutes of prep.
Total: 529 calories
Chicken Chili with Sweet Potatoes
324 calories
Tons of spice, corn and bell pepper give this healthy one-pot chicken chili recipe Southwestern flair. Serve with your favorite hot sauce for even more of a spicy kick.
Total: 510 calories
How to Make Roasted Chicken & Sweet Potatoes on One Pan
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