When we’re stuck on what to make for dinner, chicken is our go-to. It’s not too fussy, it tastes really good and it’s a great source of lean protein. Just take a look at the following 17 recipes: They’re all mouthwateringly delicious and—best of all—not one tops 500 calories per serving.
17 Chicken Dinners Under 500 Calories
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Published Mar 6, 2017
One-pan Parmesan Tuscan Chicken
Equal parts simple and satisfying.
Blackened Chicken With Avocado Cream Sauce
Avo all day every day.
Chicken Zucchini Enchilada Casserole
Think of this as a way healthier lasagna.
Cheesy Chicken Orzo
…And this as healthier mac and cheese.
One-pot Chicken, Quinoa, Mushrooms And Spinach
If protein’s what you want, it’s protein you’re gonna get.
Spiralized Mexican Sweet Potato And Chicken Casserole
Swoodles strike again.
Creamy Chicken, Quinoa And Broccoli Casserole
Who knew so many casseroles were low-cal?
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Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
There’s no age limit on chicken fingers.
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Healthy Buffalo Chicken Wraps
Just make sure none of the good stuff falls out.
Pesto Zoodles With Chicken
Pasta, schmasta.
Chicken Burrito Bowls
Later, Chipotle.
One-pan Pesto Chicken And Veggies
Bright, vibrant and bursting with flavor.
Moroccan Chicken Skillet
Would you believe this comes together in just 30 minutes? (It does.)
Tropical Coconut Chicken Salad
Pretend you’re on an island no matter where you are.
Creamy Lemon, Grilled Chicken, Asparagus And Artichoke Pasta
Pretty darn close to perfect.
Hawaiian Bbq Chicken Wraps
All you need is a lei.
One-pot Bruschetta Chicken Pasta
Pasta under 500 calories? It exists.
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