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10 Most Popular Chicken Recipes of 2020

Published December 16, 2020
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Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup
Published December 16, 2020
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An excellent source of protein, chicken is one of MyFitnessPal’s top-logged foods. It’s low in saturated fat, cholesterol and calories and can be used in a wide range of dishes — from stir-fries to soups, pizza and healthier pot pie. In 2020, our most popular chicken recipes included high-fiber enchiladas, chicken banh mi sandwiches and a healthier version of fried rice. Plus, they all clocked in under 460 calories per serving with up to 51 grams of protein.

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1. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 344; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 3g; Cholesterol: 55mg; Sodium: 259mg; Carbohydrate: 35g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 33g

2. INSTANT POT CHICKEN RAMEN | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Instant Pot Chicken Ramen

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 360; Total Fat: 14g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 170mg; Sodium: 612mg; Carbohydrate: 11g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 1g; Protein: 50g

3. INSTANT POT ROTINI WITH CHICKEN AND BELL PEPPERS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Instant Pot Rotini With Chicken and Bell Peppers

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 407; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 2.5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 79 mg; Sodium: 707mg; Carbohydrate: 67g; Dietary Fiber: 10g; Sugar: 4g; Protein: 49g

4. BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA WITH SWEET POTATO CRUST | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Sweet Potato Crust BBQ Chicken Pizzas

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 383; Total Fat: 17g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 91mg; Sodium: 425mg; Carbohydrate: 33g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 8g; Protein: 27g

5. SUMMERY CHICKEN STIR-FRY | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Summery Chicken Stir-Fry

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 414; Total Fat: 12g; Saturated Fat: 2g; Monounsaturated Fat: 5g; Cholesterol: 85mg; Sodium: 565mg; Carbohydrate: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 9g; Sugar: 6g; Protein 39g

6. SLOW COOKER CHICKEN & WILD RICE SOUP | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Slow Cooker Chicken & Wild Rice Soup

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 368; Total Fat: 6g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 8mg; Sodium: 378mg; Carbohydrate: 37g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 10g; Protein: 41g

7. NO-COOK GREEK CHICKEN SALAD | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

No-Cook Greek Chicken Salad

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 318; Total Fat: 18g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Monounsaturated Fat: 10g; Cholesterol: 56mg; Sodium: 396mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 4g; Sugar: 3g; Protein 22g

8. 30-MINUTE THAI COCONUT CHICKEN CURRY | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

30-Minute Thai Coconut Chicken Curry

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 459; Total Fat: 31g; Saturated Fat: 19g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 95mg; Sodium: 550mg; Carbohydrate: 22g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 26g

9. LOW-CARB CHICKEN PARMESAN BOWLS | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Low-Carb Chicken Parmesan Bowls

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 418; Total Fat: 19g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 57mg; Sodium: 417mg; Carbohydrate: 16g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 51g

10. LIME CHILI-CHICKEN WITH CAULIFLOWER RICE | MYFITNESSPAL’S RECIPES

Lime-Chili Chicken With Cauliflower Rice

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 241; Total Fat: 5g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 0g; Cholesterol: 87mg; Sodium: 251mg; Carbohydrate: 14g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 5g; Protein: 35g

The information in this article is provided solely for informational purposes. This information is not medical advice and should not be relied upon when making medical decisions, or to diagnose or treat a health condition or illness. You should seek the advice of a physician or a medical professional before beginning any dietary programs or plans, exercise regimen or any other fitness or wellness activities.

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