Lean and Delicious: Creative and Low-Calorie Chicken Snacks Recipes

That's why we're such big fans of chicken. Low in calories and high in protein, chicken's versatility in the kitchen makes it the perfect snack for anyone who wants to stay healthy without sacrificing flavor.

Here are some of our favorite low-calorie chicken snacks that will have you looking forward to snack time!

Chicken Shawarma

• 3 and 1/2 cups (roughly 17.5 oz.) chicken, sliced
• 3/4 cup plain yogurt
• 2 lemons, juiced
• 1 tbsp. garlic paste
• 1/2 tsp. curry powder
• 1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp. allspice
• 1/2 tsp. paprika
• 1/2 tsp. cinnamon powder
• 1 tsp. oil

Pita bread

• Salt and pepper to taste

• For the shawarma sauce:

• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tsp. garlic paste
• 1 tsp. tahini
• Dash of lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Directions

• Combine the yogurt, lemon juice, garlic paste, curry powder, cayenne pepper, allspice, paprika, and cinnamon in a bowl. Marinate the chicken slices for 4 hours in the mixture.
• Heat the oil in a skillet over low-medium heat. Add the chicken slices and cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until cooked through.
• Combine the shawarma sauce ingredients in a separate bowl and stir to combine.
• Take the pita bread and spoon in the cooked chicken.
• Drizzle with the shawarma sauce and serve immediately. Feel free to add extra veggies to your shawarma for extra low-calorie goodness—we like onions, tomatoes, some parsley, and maybe a couple of chili peppers to give it some extra heat!

Grilled Honey Lime Chicken Kebab

Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tbsp. honey
• 2 limes, juiced
• 1 tsp. garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Combine the soy sauce, honey, lime juice, and garlic powder in a bowl. Add the chicken cubes to the mixture and marinate for at least 1 hour.
• Once the chicken has finished marinating, thread it onto skewers.
• Preheat your grill or broiler to low heat. Grill or broil the kebabs for 10 minutes or until cooked through, turning occasionally.
• Remove the kebabs from the grill and serve with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.

Avocado Chicken Salad

Ingredients

• 1/4 rotisserie chicken, shredded
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1 lime, juiced
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1/2 jalapeño pepper, diced
• 2 tsp. olive oil
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• Dash of salt and pepper

Directions

• Mash the diced avocado in a bowl with the lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Add the shredded chicken, red onion, cilantro (if using), and jalapeño pepper to the mashed avocado.
• Drizzle with olive oil and season to taste. Best when served immediately.

Chicken Enchilada Bowl

Ingredients

• 1 lb. chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 can (4 oz.) green chiles, diced
• 3/4 cup enchilada sauce (store-bought)
• 1/4 cup onion
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tomato, chopped
• 1 cup cheese, shredded (a mild cheddar is best)
• 2 tbsp. oil
• 1/4 cup water

Directions

• Sear the chicken in a skillet with the oil over medium-high heat.

• Once the chicken is lightly browned, add the enchilada sauce, water, diced green chiles, and onion to the pan.
• Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes.
• Take the chicken out of the pan and shred using two forks before adding it back to the pan. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes, uncovered, stirring often.
• To serve, layer the chicken in a bowl with the diced avocado, pickled jalapeños, tomato, sour cream, and cheese.

Chicken Spring Rolls

Ingredients

• 2.2 lbs. chicken, minced
• 1.1 lbs. spring roll wrappers (store-bought)
• 1/2 tsp. curry powder
• 1 tsp. garlic
• 1 chili pepper, chopped finely
• 3 spring onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup kecap manis (sweet soy sauce)
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1 zucchini, grated
• 3 tbsp. oil

Directions

• Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the chicken and, once cooked through, stir in the garlic, curry powder, chili pepper, carrots, zucchini, and spring onions.
• Cook until the vegetables are soft, then add the kecap manis and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
• Transfer the chicken mixture to a bowl and cool slightly.
• Take one spring roll wrapper and place it on a clean work surface. Spoon 2-3 tablespoons of the chicken mixture onto the lower third of the wrapper. Fold in the sides and roll up, pressing gently to seal.
• Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
• Serve immediately with extra kecap manis or sweet chili sauce for dipping.

Chicken, Cheese, and Poached Egg Sandwich

Ingredients

• 1 slice Buddig Original Chicken
• 1 egg
• String cheese, shredded
• 2 sundried tomatoes
• 1 slice of sourdough bread

Directions

• Poach the egg in a saucepan of simmering water for 3-4 minutes.
• Heat the chicken slice in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
• Place the shredded cheese on the hot chicken slice and cook until the cheese is fully melted. Set aside.
• Toast the bread until golden brown and top with the melted cheese-chicken slice.
• Top with the poached egg and sundried tomatoes, then season to taste. Serve warm!

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