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6 Skinny Dinners You Should Make This Week To Lose 6 Pounds

September 26, 2018 by Jessica Harrington
shefinds | Food
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Your eating habits can make or break a new diet. Sure, hitting the gym and exercising regularly is also key to losing weight, but you know what the experts all say: You can’t out exercise a bad diet!

If you’re trying to lose 5, 10, or even 50 pounds over the next couple of months, meal prep is key. It can be hard to make healthy diet decisions after a long day at work. That’s why you should get into the habit of planning out your meals a week ahead of time. This week, try cooking these skinny dinners that will help you lose weight, without boring you to death with blandness.

6 Healthy, Low-Fat Dinners To Make This Week

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Healthy skinny dinner plate with colorful vegetables and lean protein.

1. Veggie & Goat Cheese Flatbreads

If you’re craving pizza, don't give in to the bad temptations completely. Instead, try this healthier version of everyone’s favorite dish. A roasted vegetable and goat cheese flatbread will leave you feeling full and satisfied.

Recipe: How Sweet Eats

Delicious skinny dinner featuring grilled chicken and quinoa salad.

2. Chicken Lettuce Cups With Mango Salsa

This clean recipe is packed with flavors and healthy ingredients that you can eat non-stop. The key to making this dinner skinny is to use lettuce instead of tortillas to hold your ingredients. All you need are a handful of fresh ingredients and some seasonings to whip this up.

Recipe: The Gracious Pantry

Vibrant skinny dinner bowl with fresh greens and avocado slices.

3. White Bean Chicken Chili

For those brisk nights, a skinny chicken chili recipe should be your go-to. When you use a crockpot to make this dinner, it practically cooks itself while you’re away at work. This meal is made with simple ingredients like chicken, corn, white beans, and onions and you just have to chop up and mix together.

Recipe: Jessica Gavin

Light and flavorful skinny dinner with shrimp and zoodles.

4. Mango Stuffed Chicken Peppers

Stuffed peppers should be in your dinner rotation because they’re so quick and easy to make and they taste absolutely delicious! The pepper has an amazing flavor to it and this protein-packed little dish will leave you feeling full all night.

Recipe: Worth Cooking

Wholesome skinny dinner spread with roasted veggies and fish.

5. Honey Garlic Chicken

You really can’t go wrong with a classic skinny dinner dish like chicken and vegetables. This recipe is so simple to make and is loaded with the protein and nutrients you need to lose weight.

Recipe: Feel Great In 8

Elegant skinny dinner table setting with assorted healthy dishes.

6. Spaghetti Squash Pasta With Sun-dried Tomato, Garlic & Basil

Swapping out regular pasta for vegetable alternatives like spaghetti squash or zucchini noodles will make your dinner instantly so much healthier. These noodles are so easy to make and loaded with other healthy ingredients for an all-around delicious and nutritious.

Recipe: Vegan Richa

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Fashion & Beauty Editorial Assistant

Jessica is a former editorial assistant of SheFinds. She covered fashion, beauty and more. Jessica’s work has also appeared in The Zoe Report, AhaLife, JoyfullyMe, and Her Campus Media.

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Sipping spearmint tea in a cozy setting.
Variety of bread types showcased on a table.
Freshly baked goods from Costco bakery display.
Woman holding her head, expressing stress.
Woman experiencing joint pain while sitting.
Aromatic coffee with sugar being added.
Variety of fast food from Dunkin', Chick-fil-A, Starbucks.
Woman adding sugar to a steaming cup of coffee.
Tasty bagels with blueberries and butter on a wooden board.
Comparison of cooking spray and olive oil for healthy cooking.
Brazilian dish featuring rice, beans, and chicken from above.
Close-up of watch as someone eats breakfast.
Display of deli meats, sandwiches, hot dogs, and sausages.
Cooked salmon served with rice, avocado, and greens.
Interior view of a Costco store showcasing various products.
Woman taking magnesium supplement for health benefits.
Selection of s'mores brownies and baked ricotta from Aldi.
Grilled chicken breast with fries, salad, and dipping sauces.
Frozen pizza options available in grocery store aisle.