20+ Healthy Chicken Recipes That are Actually Delicious

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20+ Healthy Chicken Recipes That are Actually Delicious

If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s that healthy doesn’t have to mean boring. These Healthy Chicken Recipes are proof that you can keep dinner simple, nourishing, and full of flavor without spending hours in the kitchen.

Whether you’re craving a quick stir fry, something cozy from the slow cooker, or a light citrusy marinade on the grill, there’s a recipe here that’ll bring your family running to the kitchen for dinner. Let’s make eating well feel easy and totally delicious!

Quick & Easy Chicken Dinners

Busy nights call for simple, feel-good meals. These quick chicken recipes come together fast — we’re talking 15 to 30 minutes — without sacrificing any of that cozy, home-cooked flavor your family loves.

  1. 10 Minute Mexican Chicken

Sticky Mexican Chicken

This 10 Minute Mexican Chicken is your new go-to for busy weeknights! It’s bursting with bold flavor, tender chicken, and all your favorite Mexican-inspired spices — yet it’s light, clean, and ready faster than takeout.

  1. 15 Minute Chicken Stir Fry

Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry

This quick and healthy Chicken Stir Fry is packed with crisp veggies and tender bites of chicken in a light, flavorful sauce. Perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights, it’s ready in just 15 minutes — faster than delivery and far more nourishing.

  1. 10 Minute Garlic Butter Chicken

Quick Garlic Butter Chicken

Dinner in 10 minutes? Yes, please! This Garlic Butter Chicken is simple, savory, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. Made with just a few pantry staples, it’s a healthy, protein-rich meal that’s quick enough for weeknights but fancy enough for company.

  1. Quick and Easy Cashew Chicken

Better Than Takeout Cashew Chicken

Skip the takeout and make this quick, healthy Cashew Chicken at home! It’s loaded with tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and colorful veggies tossed in a naturally sweet, savory sauce.

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Herb Greek Chicken Meatballs

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a plate of pearl cous cous topped with chicken meatballs with a side of cherry tomatoes and tzatziki

These delicious Greek Chicken Meatballs are full of so much flavor, and more importantly, they are so moist! They are so easy to make with ground chicken, feta and a secret to moisture, zucchini! No dry meatballs here!

These are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Serve the meatballs with a generous scoop of homemade tzatziki , pearl couscous and fresh tomatoes!

Why You’ll Love This Greek Chicken Meatball Recipe

Family-friendly Mediterranean recipe

Quick and easy for weeknights – less than 30 minutes!

Light but still flavorful

High in protein, low in carbs

Makes a great main dish or a fun appetizer

Ingredients for Greek Chicken Meatballs

  • Milk: Adds moisture and helps soften the breadcrumbs so the meatballs stay tender instead of dense.
  • Italian Breadcrumbs: Bind the mixture together and give the meatballs structure while soaking up flavor from the seasonings.
  • Ground Chicken: The base protein—lean, mild, and perfect for carrying all those fresh Greek flavors.
  • Feta: Adds creamy, salty pops of flavor and helps keep the meatballs moist.
  • Zucchini: Grated zucchini sneaks in extra moisture (so the chicken doesn’t dry out) plus a little hidden veggie goodness.
  • Lemon: Both juice and zest brighten the flavors, balancing the richness of the chicken and feta with fresh, citrusy notes.
  • Egg: Acts as the “glue” to bind everything together so the meatballs hold their shape.
  • Garlic: Adds savory depth and that classic Mediterranean flavor.
  • Salt: Enhances all the other flavors so the meatballs don’t taste bland.
  • Fresh Mixed Herbs (dill, mint, parsley): Bring freshness and authentic Greek flavor—each herb layers in something unique.
  • Black Pepper: Adds gentle heat and balance to the savory flavors.
  • Olive Oil: Helps the meatballs get golden brown on the outside.

How to Make Greek Chicken Meatballs

  1. Soak the Breadcrumbs: Combine the milk and breadcrumbs in a bowl and let them sit for a few minutes.
  2. Combine: Add all the rest of the ingredients and stir to combine thoroughly.
  3. Form: Use a cookie scoop to form meatballs that are similar in size. Coat your hands in a little olive oil and then roll the meatballs in your hands.
  4. Bake: Cook in the air fryer preheated to 400℉ for 11 minutes or in the oven on a baking sheet (also at 400℉) for 12-15 minutes.

What to Serve with Greek Chicken Meatballs

We love to eat these meatballs

Healthy Harvest Chicken Casserole

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Healthy Harvest Chicken Casserole

a photo of a white baking dish full of a colorful harvest chicken casserole

Healthy Harvest Chicken Casserole is a comforting and nutritious dish that combines tender, lean chicken with an array of colorful vegetables, wild rice, and a light, creamy honey mustard sauce.

This casserole recipe was inspired by a salad I had a few years ago up in Park City, UT. I haven’t been able to get the flavors out of my head since, so I converted it into a casserole and I’m obsessed!

This hearty casserole offers a wholesome balance of flavors, from the savory chicken to the sweetness of seasonal vegetables. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, it’s a satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy!

Ingredients for Healthy Harvest Chicken Casserole

There is nothing complicated about the ingredients for this healthy chicken recipe. You’ll need a few seasonal vegetables and some seasonings. Here is everything you’ll need:

  • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: used to sauté the potatoes and vegetables
  • Sweet Potatoes: adds heartiness and a touch of sweetness to the dish
  • Brussels Sprouts: If you aren’t a brussel sprouts fan, use broccoli instead.
  • Red Onion: adds flavor
  • Garlic: adds flavor
  • Chicken Broth: helps cook all the vegetables and chicken completely
  • Seasonings: Dried Thyme, Cumin, Smoked Paprika, Kosher Salt and Pepper
  • Chicken Breasts: use boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Honey Mustard Dressing: adds flavor, moisture
  • Wild Rice: I love the flavor of wild rice with the recipe, but you can use any type of rice you like.
  • Toppings: Sliced Almonds, Pepitas and Dried Cranberries (all optional but I love the texture and flavors they add)

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post.

How to Make Harvest Chicken Casserole

This delicious casserole is packed with protein and healthy vegetables, making it the perfect meal for a cozy night in. Here are the steps for making it…

  1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350℉.
  2. Sauté: Heat a large skillet or dutch oven over medium-high heat then add the oil. Add the sweet potatoes, brussels and red onion and season them with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 5 minutes and then reduce the heat to medium. Once everything starts browning, add the garlic and cookie it for 30 seconds.
  3. Cook the Vegetables: Add half of the chicken and all the seasonings and stir everything together. Cover the pot and cook for 5 minutes then place in a casserole dish.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Return the heat to medium-high, add a little oil to the

Ultimate Hawaiian Haystacks

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Ultimate Hawaiian Haystacks

Ultimate Hawaiian Haystacks

Ditch the soup cans and crispy chow mein noodles, this homemade Hawaiian Haystacks recipe is the ultimate version of the classic! Made with a creamy from-scratch chicken sauce and layered with rice, fresh toppings, and plenty of flavor, these haystacks are a family favorite you’ll want on repeat.

Easy to customize, fun to serve, and perfect for weeknight dinners or feeding a crowd, this is Hawaiian Haystacks done right.

Alright, alright! I’m clearly not in Washington anymore, Toto. I’ve lived in Utah for well over a decade now, and Utah loves food and family—and you better get on board or risk being an outcast…ha! A Hawaiian haystack, also known as a “chicken sundae,” is a convenience dish with a rice base topped with chicken gravy, diced pineapple, tomatoes, Chinese noodles, cheese, and really whatever you want for a topping.

When we first moved here, we learned about Funeral Potatoes—a cheesy potato casserole with a terrible name. Then there’s the Swig cookie debate (I don’t do cold cookies), Navajo Tacos and Cafe Rio Sweet PorkCafe Rio ChickenCafe Rio Cilantro Lime RiceMagleby’s Buttermilk syrup, and Waffle Love Copycat. Utah loves to be social and eat. I mentioned at a Relief Society meeting (a meeting with the women of our church congregation) that I’d never had Hawaiian Haystacks, and I swear fiery darts shot from everyone’s eyeballs.

Ingredients For Hawaiian Haystacks

Hawaiian haystacks are all about layering flavors and textures, and the right ingredients make all the difference. Gather everything before you start, and you’ll be ready to build these classic Utah comfort-food stacks that are perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or any casual gathering.

Base & Sauce

  • Butter: Melted to create the base of the sauce
  • Garlic: Whisked in for flavor
  • Flour: Cooked with butter and garlic to form a roux
  • Salt: Seasons the sauce
  • Fresh Black Pepper: Adds a mild spice and depth
  • Onion Powder: Enhances savory flavor
  • Sour Cream: Stirred in to add creaminess and tang
  • Lemon Juice

Greek Chicken Recipe (30-Minute)

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Greek Chicken Recipe (30-Minute)

Greek Chicken Recipe (30-Minute)

Our 30-minute one-pan Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice dinner is packed with so much flavor you’ll be shocked by how easy it is! This healthy Mediterranean recipe uses lemon rice, chicken, spinach, grape tomatoes, feta cheese, and classic Greek spices. It’s an easy, one-skillet chicken and rice recipe that is healthy, gluten-free, high-protein, a great source of fiber, and can be easily made dairy-free.

A cast iron pan with cooked Greek rice, tomatoes, herbs, feta, and grilled chicken

My family said that this One Pan Greek Chicken and Lemon Rice is the best chicken and rice recipe they’ve ever had, and we hope you love it too!

Ingredients for Greek Chicken and Rice

Here’s what you’ll need to make this flavorful Greek Chicken and Rice dish. Most of these ingredients are pantry or fridge staples, making it easy to pull together any night of the week.

Greek Chicken Thighs

  • Chicken Thighs: Juicy, flavorful dark meat that stays tender and moist during cooking.
  • Dried Oregano: A staple Mediterranean herb with earthy, slightly peppery notes.
  • Dried Thyme: Adds a warm, woodsy flavor that complements the other herbs.
  • Paprika: Brings a subtle smokiness and beautiful color to the dish.
  • Garlic Powder: A quick way to add mellow, savory garlic flavor throughout.
  • Kosher Salt: Enhances the natural flavors of the chicken and rice.
  • Red Pepper Flakes: Adds a subtle kick of heat to balance the lemon and herbs.

Carrian’s Notes

I love the look and flavor of bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs or breasts, but they take much longer to cook. For this recipe, I don’t recommend using them to keep things quick and easy.

Greek Lemon Rice

  • Olive Oil: Used to sauté and add richness to the rice and toppings.
  • Grape Tomatoes: Sweet, juicy bursts of flavor that roast beautifully.
  • Garlic: Freshly min
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