18 Healthy Recipes for January
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An all-star collection of healthy recipes that are super delicious, easy, and perfect to make in January! They’re tasty, colorful, and wholesome, and will get your year off to a fantastic and nutritious start!
Hi friends!
Can you believe that we are in 2020 already?! As they say, time flies when you’re having fun. And for me, that fun means cooking and spending time creating in the kitchen. ❤️
Looking back now, this past year has truly been a delicious one! From epic soups and chowders, to tasty Asian stir-fries, to simple and easy weeknight pastas, and of course, plenty of noodles! I hope you’ve enjoyed all the recipes, and have had fun following along! 😊
Now that it’s January and many of us are trying to eat a little healthier given the past few months of indulgence during the holidays, I thought I’d share some of my favorite healthy recipes from the blog with you.
Think cozy and warming Thai curries, hearty soups, quick and flavorful chicken salad sandwiches, easy stir-fries, and even some low-calorie party appetizers for your entertaining needs!
While these recipes may be lighter, cleaner, and nutritious, I haven’t sacrificed (and never will!) on any flavor. I hope you find some delicious cooking inspiration in this list, and enjoy these healthy recipes as much as I do. 🤗
So without further ado, here’s what you should be making this January!
HEALTHY RECIPES FOR JANUARY
EASY THAI GREEN CHICKEN CURRY
A classic creamy Thai curry that’s easy to make on any given weeknight, super fragrant, tasty, and naturally gluten-free and dairy-free! You can customize it and make it vegetarian with tofu if you like, or with your favorite protein (shrimp, beef, pork, etc.)!
TOM KHA GAI (COCONUT MILK CHICKEN SOUP)
Chicken, oyster mushrooms, Thai aromatics, and fresh herbs get simmered in a fragrant, sweet, a little spicy, and creamy coconut milk broth! It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and can be made in just 30 minutes in ONE POT! Chicken and mushroom soup FTW!
BAKED SPICY CHICKEN MEATBALLS
Who can resist these life-changing lean and mean spicy chicken meatballs? They’re extremely juicy and moist, great for meal prep (tasty in sandwiches, wraps, or on top of pasta), and a fantastic party appetizer when you toss them in a sticky, sweet and spicy Thai Sweet Chili Peanut Sauce!
GARLICKY BLACK PEPPER & TURMERIC CHICKEN DRUMETTES
Super simple and easy to make, naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and lighter and healthier than your average chicken wings! These babies are incredibly tasty and a guaranteed game day crowd pleaser! But they’re also great for an easy weeknight dinner when served with some warm steamed rice!
HERBY EGG SALAD TARTINES
Great for lunch or brunch, zingy, and loaded with feel-good bright herbs like mint and dill! They’re quick to make, and will 💯 up your lunch game a notch!
CHILI CHICKEN LETTUCE CUPS
These gorgeous and tasty lettuce cups are perfect for a light lunch, colorful, bright, and incredibly delicious! They’re ready from start to finish in just 35 minutes!
OVEN GRILLED CHICKEN TIKKA DRUMETTES
Chicken drumettes (sans skin) are marinated in a spicy, aromatic, bold flavored, and zesty marinade. They’re then baked in the oven until they’re perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. You’ll want to bookmark this one for an easy and lighter game day appetizer! You can also serve it with grilled onion rings, whole wheat naan/brown rice, and a fresh squeeze of lime for a low-maintenance weeknight dinner!
CAULIFLOWER & POTATO INDO-THAI DRY CURRY
A vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free main dish that’s made with everyday ingredients! Cauliflower florets and potato pieces are pan-fried to crisp perfection, then tossed in an onion and tomato dry curry, and finally simmered down in a little bit of coconut milk. A tasty ONE PAN dinner that’s guaranteed to be loved by even the most relentless carnivores!
HEARTY PUMPKIN CHICKEN SOUP
A delicious soup that’s warming, comforting, and incredibly cozy! This wholesome soup is loaded with feel-good nutritious ingredients like corn, asparagus, butter beans, shredded chicken, and rice. It’s also wonderfully spicy, naturally gluten-free, creamy (without adding any heavy cream), and great for a filling and hearty weeknight dinner!
NUTELLA & PEANUT BUTTER ENERGY BALLS
These little balls of joy are made with all sorts of healthy ingredients (oats, honey, chia seeds, flax seeds) and in just three easy steps! They’re also made with NUTELLA and PEANUT BUTTER (need I say more?!). Perfect for a nutritious and energy boosting midday snack or dessert!
SPICY INDIAN PAN-FRIED SALMON
So simple and SO easy! Salmon fillets are bathed in a simple, spicy, and zesty marinade, then pan-fried to perfection so that they’re nice and moist on the inside and crispy and slightly charred on the outside! Great for meal prep and easy weeknight dinners!
QUICK & EASY CHICKEN, BACON, AND CABBAGE STIR-FRY
A simple and easy stir-fry that’s perfect for busy weeknights! The sauce for this one is totally OOMPHworthy, and this main dish goes well with warm steamed white, brown rice, and even quinoa!
THAI SWEET BASIL ROASTED TOMATO SALSA
A quick and easy to make fusion salsa that’s bursting with Mexican and Thai flavors! It’s super fresh, aromatic, and perfect for entertaining and game day! Serve it with tortilla chips if you have friends popping over. Or liven up your lunch salads and sandwiches with a dollop or two! 💃
BLUEBERRY BANANA SMOOTHIE
A cooling and refreshing smoothie that’s ready in a jiffy! It’s loaded with antioxidants, rich in vitamins, and guaranteed to get your day off to a great and energetic start!
SPICY MEXICAN CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
This spicy, bold, and vibrant soup is chockfull of feel-good and wholesome ingredients like corn, black beans, chicken, rice, and sweet peppers! It’s creamy (without using any heavy cream), delicious, and incredibly comforting and cozy during this time of the year!
MANGO CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH
Diced seasoned baked chicken breasts, fresh chopped coriander, and spring onion get tossed in a wickedly tasty spicy mango mayonnaise. The chicken salad is then loaded up in a filling and scrumtious bagel sandwich! You can have the mango chicken salad in a sandwich, tortilla wrap, or on a bright green salad for lunch all throughout the week. Bonus? It’s gluten-free, dairy-free, and downright delish!
LIGHTENED-UP INDO-CHINESE CHILI CHICKEN
A quick and easy fusion stir-fry dish that packs a punch and is exploding with flavor! It’s lightened-up by shallow frying (instead of deep frying like they do in restaurants) lightly marinated chicken pieces. They’re then tossed with red onion and bell pepper in a mouthwatering ,spicy, slightly tangy and sweet sauce!
SICHUAN SAUCE NOODLES STIR-FRY
And how could I not include a NOODLES (❤️❤️❤️) recipe in this list? This back-pocket stir-fry is great for cleaning out the refrigerator, and super easy to whip up in just 35 minutes! Load it up with whatever veggies and protein you like, and enjoy slurp, slurp, slurp-ing away my friends! 🤗
MORE HEALTHY MEALS IDEAS
As always, feel free to check out the full section for Healthy Recipes here on That Spicy Chick. Or you can find more ideas and some new favorites by browsing the entire Recipes collection!
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Happy January and happy cooking everyone! Here’s to a wonderful and delicious year ahead! 🤗
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