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A colorful plate featuring a healthy, low-calorie dinner with grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, and a side of fresh greens, beautifully arranged with vibrant colors and textures, styled simply on a rustic wooden table.

Guilt-Free Weeknights Easy Dinners Under 299 Calories

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A quick, healthy dinner combining lean proteins and fresh vegetables, ideal for a guilt-free weeknight meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients

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  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
  4. In the same pan, sauté vegetables with olive oil until tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. Arrange greens on plates, top with sliced chicken and vegetables.
  6. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon if desired.

Notes

  • Feel free to swap chicken with tofu or fish for variety.
  • Use fresh herbs for added flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Grilling, sautéing
  • Cuisine: Healthy American
  • Diet: Low Calorie, High Protein

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 280 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg