Our Best Low-Fat Chicken Recipes

Simmer seasoned chicken breast pieces, veggies, and rice together in a tomato and wine-based sauce for a flavorful and low-fat one-dish meal. Top the finished dish with chopped olives for a Spanish flair.

Recipe: Spanish Chicken and Rice

A classic chicken stew with chicken breasts simmering in white wine and vegetables is sure to bring comfort to your table.

The tangy-sweet flavor combination of this sauce will work equally well with chicken thighs or pork.

Chicken and lemon are natural flavor partners. In this roasted chicken recipe, the Lemon Curd acts as a tangy glaze.

Ideal for entertaining, this elegant chicken dish features low-fat chicken breast halves flavored with fresh herbs and rich red wine sauce.

Coat chicken breasts in seasoned breadcrumbs and pan-fry for a crispy crust. Add briny capers to the light white wine sauce for added flavor without the fat.

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Recipe: Chicken Scallopini

Two oils are used in the preparation of this recipe: dark sesame oil and canola oil. Dark sesame oil is aromatic and tastes nutty so only a small amount is needed (helping to keep the total fat low). However, it has a low smoke point, so use it only as a flavor enhancer, and sauté the chicken and veggies in canola oil.

Recipe: Spicy Sweet-and-Sour Chicken

Skip the cheese and sour cream and top this dinnertime staple with a fresh fruit and veggie salsa and salad greens for a low-fat alternative.

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Recipe: Fiesta Chicken Tacos

For the crispiest coating, use panko (Japanese breadcrumbs) when oven-baking. Remove the skin from the chicken before coating with breadcrumbs to cut back on the total fat.

Recipe: Cajun Oven-Fried Chicken

Souvlaki is a Greek specialty usually made with chunks of lamb that are marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice and oregano and then grilled on skewers. This lower-fat version is made with chunks of chicken and a decreased amount of oil. Using less oil lets the bright flavors of the lemon juice and oregano really shine.

Recipe: Chicken Souvlaki with Taziki Sauce

Use a jerk seasonings blend for a fat-free way to flavor this quick and easy chicken recipe. The fresh salsa can be made ahead, and also tastes great with fish or with baked tortilla chips.

Recipe: Jamaican Chicken with Mango Salsa

Spice up your grilled chicken with a rub of paprika, lemon pepper, black pepper, and garlic powder, then serve with a sweet and tangy barbecue sauce made with on-hand pantry ingredients. Cutting up a whole chicken is a money saver, but you can also buy a package of chicken pieces.

See our video on Cutting up a Whole Chicken.

Recipe: Dry Rub Chicken with Honey Barbecue Sauce