64 Better-For-You Chicken Recipes That Are Unexpectedly Good

Quick: Think of a healthy meal plan—is it plain rice, steamed veggies, and boring, dry chicken breast over and over? Think again! For Team Delish, eating healthy means maximizing variety, and we’ve got tons of healthy versions of your chicken favorites (lightened-up chicken Parm, anyone?), plus salads, lettuce wraps, sandwiches, and more. We know health looks different to different people, so we’ve included options for every diet, like low-carb, paleo, low-oil, and keto. Whether you're reaching for chicken breasts, thighs (the favorite cut of the Delish kitchen), or a whole bird, the options are endless. Let’s go back to that boring, plain piece of chicken breast for a minute. On its own, chicken can be a great healthy choice—it’s full of lean protein, amino acids (including serotonin-boosting tryptophan), and is a great alternative to red meat. No matter how good it is for you though, it doesn’t matter if you never want to eat it. Trust us—all it takes is some spices, sauces, and a bi...