7 Healthy Chicken Recipes for Weight Loss: Indian Style

1. Grilled Tandoori Chicken

Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts

• 1/2 cup yogurt

• 1 tbsp ginger-garlic paste

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp red chili powder

• Lemon juice

• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Marinate the chicken in yogurt, spices, ginger-garlic paste, lemon juice, and salt. Let it sit for at least 2 hours.

2. Preheat your grill or oven to 200°C.

3. Grill the marinated chicken for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until fully cooked.

4. Serve with a side salad or veggies.

Why it’s healthy: Low in fat and high in protein, this grilled chicken is packed with flavor and perfect for weight loss.

2. Chicken Clear Soup

Ingredients:

• 100g boneless chicken, chopped

• 1 carrot, diced

• 1 onion, chopped

• 2 garlic cloves

• 1 tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

• 2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth

Method:

1. Boil the chicken in water with garlic, onion, and carrot for 15-20 minutes.

2. Add salt and pepper, and simmer for another 5 minutes.

3. Strain the soup if you prefer it clear, or leave the veggies in for more fiber.

Why it’s healthy: Low in calories and packed with protein, this soup is a great light meal option.

3. Chicken Salad with Indian Spices

Ingredients:

• 100g grilled chicken breast

• 1 cucumber, chopped

• 1 tomato, chopped

• 1 onion, chopped

• Lemon juice

• Salt and pepper

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• Fresh coriander leaves

Method:

1. Grill the chicken and let it cool.

2. Chop the vegetables and mix them with lemon juice, salt, pepper, and cumin powder.

3. Shred the chicken and mix it in with the veggies.

4. Garnish with fresh coriander.

Why it’s healthy: This salad is fresh, light, and full of healthy fats and protein. Plus, it's easy to make!

4. Chicken Stir-Fry with Veggies

Ingredients:

• 150g boneless chicken breast, sliced

• 1 bell pepper, sliced

• 1 carrot, sliced

• 1 onion, chopped

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp black pepper

• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Heat the oil in a pan, and sauté the onions, bell pepper, and carrots for 3-4 minutes.

2. Add the chicken slices, soy sauce, black pepper, and salt.

3. Stir-fry for another 8-10 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked.

4. Serve hot.

Why it’s healthy: This recipe is high in protein and fiber, making it a great option for weight loss without compromising on flavor.

5. Chicken Curry with Low-Fat Yogurt

Ingredients:

• 200g chicken breast, cut into cubes

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 1 tomato, pureed

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• 1/2 cup low-fat yogurt

• 1 tsp ginger-garlic paste

• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Heat a pan and sauté the onions and ginger-garlic paste until golden.

2. Add the tomato puree, and let it cook for 5 minutes.

3. Add the chicken and spices, then cook for another 10 minutes.

4. Stir in the yogurt, simmer for 5 more minutes, and garnish with coriander.

Why it’s healthy: Using low-fat yogurt instead of cream makes this curry lighter while keeping it creamy and satisfying.

6. Baked Chicken Seekh Kebabs

Ingredients:

• 200g minced chicken

• 1 onion, finely chopped

• 1 green chili, chopped

• 1 tsp cumin powder

• 1 tsp garam masala

• 1 tsp coriander powder

• Fresh coriander leaves

• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Mix the minced chicken with onions, chilies, spices, and coriander leaves.

2. Shape the mixture into kebabs or logs.

3. Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the kebabs for 20-25 minutes until cooked through.

4. Serve with mint chutney.

Why it’s healthy: Baked instead of fried, these kebabs are packed with lean protein and are lower in fat.

7. Chicken Stew with Coconut Milk

Ingredients:

• 150g boneless chicken, cubed

• 1 small potato, diced

• 1 carrot, diced

• 1/2 cup coconut milk (light)

• 1 tsp turmeric powder

• 1 tsp cumin seeds

• Salt to taste

Method:

1. Heat a pan, add cumin seeds, and sauté the chicken with turmeric for 5 minutes.

2. Add the potato, carrot, and water, then simmer for 15 minutes.

3. Stir in the coconut milk and cook for another 5 minutes.

4. Serve hot with a squeeze of lemon.

Why it’s healthy: This stew uses light coconut milk to keep the calories low while offering healthy fats.