Make heart health a priority with these balanced and delicious dinner recipes. Each recipe meets heart-healthy nutritional parameters and focuses on ingredients low in sodium and saturated fat while prioritizing lean protein, healthy fats, and fiber-rich vegetables. Plus, these dishes are designed to satisfy, with at least 15 grams of protein and 6 grams of fiber per serving. This combination of nutrients helps keep you feeling full and energized for longer. Recipes like Spicy Shrimp, Veggies, and Couscous Bowl and Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili are perfect for a flavorful and nutritious dinner.
Bowl of spicy shrimp, vegetables and couscous
We like the chewy and large size of the pearl couscous (sometimes called Israeli couscous) used for the base of these bowls.
Chicken and spinach soup with fresh pesto
This aromatic Italian-flavored soup utilizes ready-to-cook ingredients like boneless, skinless chicken breast, bagged baby spinach, and canned beans. A simple homemade basil pesto is mixed in at the end to add a fresh herbal flavor. If you don’t have much time, you can substitute 3 to 4 tablespoons of store-bought basil pesto.
Slow Cooker Chicken with Brown Rice, Roasted Corn and Black Beans
With plenty of spice from ground cumin, cayenne pepper, and paprika, and a little char that frozen roasted sweet corn brings to the dish, you won’t miss a browning step with this easy load-and-go recipe. If frozen roasted corn is not available, substitute regular corn.
slow cooker buffalo chicken chili
If you love buffalo wings, you’ll love the flavor of this warm, hearty chili that’s easy to make in the slow cooker. Sour cream helps reduce the heat, but you can also use plain strained yogurt.
chopped cobb salad
This single-serve Cobb salad recipe uses bacon instead of chicken, making it a great source of protein for lunch. If you prefer a different salad dressing, feel free to use it in place of the honey mustard vinaigrette.
slow cooker chili orange chicken tacos
Popular restaurant for taco night! Boneless chicken breast is slow-braised in chipotle orange sauce until tender and then tossed with fresh avocado-orange salsa.
3 Ingredient Farro Bowl with Rotisserie Chicken
To make this hearty grain bowl, purchase a salad kit at your grocery store. Then, top the kit with farro and chicken for a high-protein lunch or dinner that’s ready in minutes.
chicken ragu
This chicken ragu entree is an easy choice for dinner. It’s made with carrots, onions, mushrooms, and tomatoes, seasoned with rosemary and thyme, cooked in a slow cooker, and served over whole-wheat noodles.
Spinach and fried egg rice bowl
Wheat berries, a whole grain with a pleasant chew and nutty flavor, are the base of this hearty breakfast bowl recipe. Fiber-rich grains freeze very well, so cook them in bulk and stash them away for salads, bowls, and more. Topped with spinach, peanuts, and eggs, these bowls make a satisfying breakfast. Sprinkle with crushed red pepper to make it even more spicy.
Pork tenderloin with apple thyme sweet potato
A dinner of baked pork tenderloin with sweet potatoes, onions, and apples is easy enough for a weeknight, but special enough for your guests.
Pea soup with ham bone
Split pea soup gets its smokiness from the ham bone and a little smoked paprika. The split peas break down during cooking for added flavor and provide a creamy texture to this rich, warm soup.
Fish tacos with preserved grapefruit salsa
Combine tart-preserved grapefruit and fresh grapefruit pulp with avocado to create a complex salsa that pairs well with fish.
breaded chicken
This recipe is a great way to add some extra flavor to your dinner. Combine this recipe with your favorite vegetables and whole grains to create a balanced meal.
Rainbow grain bowl with cashew sauce
This vibrant bowl is packed with nutrients that will keep you full for hours. Look for cooked lentils in the refrigerated section of the produce aisle.
Beef stroganoff
This healthy beef stroganoff recipe combines slightly tender beef with flavorful mushrooms and a rich sauce to enhance the flavor.
Instant Pot Chicken Soup with Root Vegetables and Barley
Be sure to use bone-in chicken here. Bone-in chicken enhances the flavor of the soup and makes the bones easier to remove after cooking. This healthy chicken soup can be made in the Instant Pot or pressure cooker.
Turkey & brown rice chili
This hearty turkey chili recipe takes just 35 minutes to prepare. While it’s cooking, you have time to mix up a green salad and warm up some crusty bread to complete the meal.
Rice cooked with red beans and chicken
Fiber-rich red beans, whole-grain brown rice, and skillet-cooked chicken breast are ready in just 20 minutes.
3-ingredient chicken tabbouleh bowl
This near-instant grain bowl makes the most of your grocery store’s prepared food section. Mix and match ready-made salads and proteins for a healthy and quick dinner.
Instant Pot Split Pea & Ham Soup Freezer Pack
You can prepare and freeze all the ingredients for this comfort food classic ahead of time so you can prepare and serve it anytime. Thanks to the multicooker, there is no need to simmer for a long time. Freezing the ingredients in a round container makes it a perfect fit for easy transfer to the pressure cooker without thawing.
Honey mustard roast chicken with winter vegetables
Root vegetables and honey mustard-glazed chicken are roasted together and layered with little added fat for a rich flavor. If your parsnip is large and has a spongy or woody center, cut out the core before slicing.
