Chicken, a staple among any healthy eating regimen.
Often times, we think of chicken as this boring food that is bland and taste like cardboard. You can bake it or prepare it in the skillet in coconut oil. While these methods are certainly healthy, they can get boring really quick.
Here are 7 ways to spice up your chicken and not only make it tasty but still supportive of your health and wellness goals.
1. Chicken Marsala
A classic Italian dish that is sure to satisfy any person tastebuds.
Ingredients:
- 1.5 Pounds Chicken Cutlets (or buy your own chicken breast and slice them thinly)
- 1 10 Oz Package of Crimean Mushrooms
- 1 Shallot, Chopped Small
- 2 cup Marsala wine (or a sweet wine such as a Sherry)
- 1/4 Cup Chicken Stock
- 1/2 cup half and half (optional)
- Salt and Pepper
- Diced tomatoes for garnish
- Chopped parsley for garnish
- Olive oil for sautéing
Instructions:
Check here for step-by-step instructions.
2. Kung Pao Chicken
A classic for many us, but this version is going to be healthier since we can control the ingredients being used, unlike in the restaurants.
Ingredients:
MAKES 4 SERVINGS
- 4 scallions, chopped, white and green parts separated
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 Tbsp minced fresh ginger
- 1 large zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, diced
- 1/4 cup rice wine or sherry
- 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken stock
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp sriracha or other Asian chili sauce
- 1 Tbsp peanut or canola oil
- 4 dried red chiles (or 1 tsp red pepper flakes)
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
3. Baked cayenne-rubbed chicken with avocado salsa
While it may not initially be eye-catching, this recipe is sure to give your chicken consumption a much-needed boost.
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt, plus additional for salsa
- 1/2 teaspoon ground pepper, plus additional for salsa
- 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless (4 to 6 ounces each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red onion, diced
- 4 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided (approximately from 1 lime)
- 1 avocado, diced
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
4. Spice-rubbed grilled chicken
Ingredients:
- Oil, As Needed
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground Thyme
- 3/4 teaspoons Salt
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground Pepper
- 2 pounds Skinless, Boneless Chicken Thighs, Trimmed
- 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon Honey
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
5. Greek style Lemon chicken skewers
This recipe is cool not only because you have an excuse to fire up the grill, but also because of the taste and simplicity of the recipe.
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary, finely minced
- 3 cloves of garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp oregano
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 2 pounds chicken breast, skinned removed and cut into medium pieces
- 1 & 1/2 cups whole milk greek yogurt – use the good stuff
- 1/3 cup fresh mint, finely minced
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- kosher salt, to taste
- black pepper, to taste
- lemon wedges
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
6. Hawaiian chicken and pineapple
Pineapple and chicken, what more could you want in a meal?
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup brown sugar, packed
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp freshly grated ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp Sriracha, optional
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
For the pineapple:
- 1 large peeled pineapple and cut into 8-10 wedges
- 1/4 cup of brown sugar
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
7. Spicy Asian chicken and noodle soup
Here’s a way to spice up the classic chicken and noodle dish. For those who need ideas for a soup, this recipe is perfect for you.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 1/2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken breast
- 1/2 cup carrot, grated (about 1 medium carrot)
- 1/2 cup snow peas, thinly sliced
- 3 tsp Sriracha (hot chile sauce) (2 tsp for less spice)
- 2 tsp soy sauce (I use low sodium)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Thai red curry paste
- 1 (2 inch) piece of fresh ginger, peeled
- 3 ounces uncooked wide rice noodles (rice-flour noodles)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, cilantro and green onion for garnish
Instructions:
For step by step instructions, check here.
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