12 Flavor-Packed Ground Chicken Recipes for Healthier Comfort Food
If you’re craving comfort food with a healthier twist, ground chicken is your new best friend. These 12 flavor-packed ground chicken recipes deliver all the hearty satisfaction you want without the extra calories of heavier meats. From creamy pastas to savory meatballs, each dish is as nourishing as it is delicious. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or something special for family dinner, these recipes will make your comfort food cravings guilt-free and oh-so-tasty. Get ready to dive into healthier versions of your favorite comforting classics!
Thai Spaghetti Squash Bowl
A hearty protein and veggie packed meal, this Thai Spaghetti Squash Bowl is going to become a new favorite. Similar to stir fry with chicken and sautéed veggies, but with hearty spaghetti squash as the base and a spicy balsamic glaze, the flavors come together in the tastiest way.
Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi
If you want a warm and cozy dinner that tastes fantastic, this recipe for Slow Cooker Tuscan Chicken Meatballs with Gnocchi is the perfect weeknight dinner! Pop it in the slow cooker a few hours before dinner and have a comforting and delicious meal ready to go after work!
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These cocktail meatballs are sure to be a hit at your next party! They are an inventive way to switch up the classic chicken wing appetizer! Introducing, Buffalo Chicken Meatballs.
Spaghetti Squash Taco Boats
Taco Spaghetti Squash Boats are stuffed with ground chicken, diced tomatoes, avocado, and lots of cheese! They have tons of flavor and are so easy to make.
Leftover Vegetable Italian Chicken Lasagna Recipe
The beauty of this recipe? Sometimes partially sponsored by leftover vegetables – if you have any veggies with no recipe home, use them all up in this Leftover Vegetable Italian Chicken Lasagna Recipe! Layers of sauce, cheese, seasoned ground chicken, and VEGGIES!
Italian Chicken Meatloaf Recipe
Italian Chicken Meatloaf is the best kind of comfort food! This meatloaf recipe is a twist on a classic and includes tomato sauce, onion, garlic, parmesan cheese and more. It’s ready and on the table in an hour, making it an easy weeknight meal that has fast become a family favorite.
Chicken Burgers with Feta
These Avocado Chicken Burgers with Fetaare so juicy and grill to absolute perfection. Notes of garlic and basil flavor pair perfectly with warm, toasted bread, melted feta cheese, and your favorite toppings and condiments.
Fajita Burger Wrap
Everything you love about fajitas in burger form and also everything you love about a burger wrapped up in a tortilla. This Fajita Burger Wrap is filled with juicy ground chicken, plenty of bright and fresh vegetables, cotija cheese and all of the fajita toppings. Plus, it comes together in just 15 minutes!
Chicken Tinga Empanadas
Chicken Tinga Empanadas are flaky, golden brown hand pies stuffed with smoky shredded chicken. The perfect Mexican appetizers for game day or your next Taco Tuesday party.
Thai Chicken Larb Recipe
An easy and healthy Thai salad made with ground chicken, lime juice and fresh herb served with lots of fresh veggies. Larb is made in a single skillet and in about 20 minutes. It is perfect served as a salad, appetizer or as a main dish with a side of sticky rice!
Buffalo Cauliflower Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Buffalo Cauliflower Chicken Lettuce Wraps make for a tasty and quick weeknight meal. In just 20 minutes, you’ve got a nutritious wrap exploding with flavor.
Chicken Sloppy Joes Recipe
A 30 minute dinner recipe that the whole family will love. These Chicken Sloppy Joes are a twist on the American classic recipe using chicken instead of ground beef, and are still packed with flavor.
