Healthy eating doesn’t have to be boring and with a little innovation there are hundreds of delicious dishes you can cook up for weight loss right on your stovetop. As we head into spring, prioritizing your health will leave you feeling better in your body and ready to tackle everything coming your way. We pulled together five delicious and nutritious recipes to cook up this week so you can feel your best by April without spending hours in the kitchen.
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Harvest Chicken Skillet
Protein is one of the primary macronutrients you need to prioritize in order to achieve healthy weight loss, so this dish is the perfect addition to your weekly lineup. Loaded with vegetables and sweet potato that will help to minimize any inflammation in your body, this dish is perfect to help you lose weight without feeling like you’re depriving yourself of flavor.
Ingredients: Olive oil, boneless skinless chicken breast, kosher salt, black pepper, thin cut bacon, brussel sprouts, sweet potato, onion, granny smith apples, garlic, thyme, cinnamon, chicken broth
Pesto Chicken & Rice
This recipe is a more enhanced version of the classic chicken and rice dish that people often turn to for weight loss, and pesto provides this meal with creamy flavor. With spinach and tomatoes thrown into the mix, this meal is perfect for evenings when you want something light and healthy that doesn’t skimp on seasoning and taste.
Ingredients: Chicken breast, rice, spinach, cherry tomatoes, chicken broth, basil, salt, pepper, garlic, pesto mayo, olive oil
Sweet Potato & Quinoa Chili
Sweet potato is a naturally anti-inflammatory ingredient, so if you suffer from chronic bloating you may benefit from integrating this dish into your weekly rotation. Quinoa is a healthy complex carb which is great for providing you with energy throughout your day, and black beans provide plant based protein to this vegan dish.
Ingredients: Olive oil, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, quinoa, black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, sweet potato, vegetable broth
Zucchini Noodles with Shrimp
If you're looking for a lower carb option to pasta with shrimp, zucchini noodles are a great alternative that will provide you with an extra serving of veggies without an onslaught of calories. Shrimp is a great source of protein so this recipe is the perfect healthy alternative to spaghetti and meatballs that won’t weigh you down.
Ingredients: Olive oil, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, shrimp, heavy cream, water, cornstarch, salt, pepper, oregano, parmesan cheese, zoodles, capers, red pepper flakes
Moroccan Lentil Soup
Lentils are known for being a healthy source of plant based protein as well as adding density and texture to any meal. This Moroccan Lentil soup is perfect to make in bulk so you can heat up leftovers later in the week when you’re feeling lazy, and the combination of ginger and turmeric make a wonderful anti-inflammatory pair.
Ingredients: Olive oil, yellow onion, carrots, garlic, coriander, turmeric, cumin, lentils, vegetable broth, black pepper, salt
