Who said cozy meals couldn’t be healthy? These healthy winter dinner recipes are made with better-for-you ingredients, while still being hearty and satisfying.
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Healthy Winter Dinner Recipes That Are Easy and Satisfying
Once the temperatures drop, I immediately start craving cozy dinners. A meal that feels like a warm hug. Traditionally, we think of winter meals as being heavy and, perhaps, not made with the best ingredients. However, there’s nothing that says hearty meals can’t be made healthy. These recipes are traditional, but they come with a twist, like extra protein or a gluten-free option.
1: High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese
My buffalo chicken dip—whether it be the classic or the skinny version—is one of my most viral and top rated recipes. Now, we all know how I feel about any and all things pasta. I have an entire roundup of pasta dishes! Plus, I love a good kick of protein in my meals. Combine the three and voila: High Protein Buffalo Chicken Mac & Cheese.
2: Creamy Sweet Potato Cashew Soup
Creamy Sweet Potato Cashew Soup is a vegan meal that you don’t have to be vegan to love! This recipe is great to make on a chilly Sunday and have for lunch and dinners all week long. Plus, it’s plant-based, paleo, and Whole30 friendly.
3: Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Gnocchi
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Gnocchi with Crispy Artichokes takes pasta night to a new level. The combination of this decadent sauce, the slightly sweet gnocchi, and the salty, crispy artichoke hearts is out of this world. Plus, it can be made gluten-free.
4: Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Skillet
If you are looking for the perfect weeknight dinner recipe for you and your family, then you have to try this Spinach & Artichoke Chicken Skillet Casserole. I promise you everyone will love it! It’s cheesy, hearty, a total crowd-pleaser. Plus, it’s low carb and Keto-friendly recipe.
5: Slow Cooker Gnocchi Minestrone
Who doesn’t love the ease of a slow cooker recipe? This Slow Cooker Gnocchi Minestrone Soup is all sorts of hearty and comforting yet still packed with healthy vegetables. If you want to add in some more protein, then putting chicken or sausage in this soup would be delicious.
6: Slow Cooker Chili
My recipe for Slow Cooker Chili is one of the top-searched on Hungry Blonde. It’s my take on the classic chili recipe—a total winter staple! It might be one the *easiest* winter dinner recipes. Plus, it makes enough for leftovers to last the week!
7: Gluten-free Macaroni and Cheese
This recipe for Gluten-free Macaroni and Cheese puts a healthier twist on the favorite comfort food dish. Just a few easy swaps makes this macaroni and cheese gluten-free and lower in fat, but I promise it tastes just like the classic. Use this recipe as a base and make it your own!
8: Sausage Sweet Potato & Kale Soup
Sausage Sweet Potato & Kale Soup is packed with veggies and protein. It’s made with only a few ingredients, but you’d never know from the punch of flavor. Best served with a warm slice of bread, this dinner is perfect for a cozy night in.
9: Low Carb Beef & Black Bean Enchiladas
If you’re a cheese lover like me, this is the recipe for you. Beef & Black Bean Enchiladas are stuffed with a delicious and filling mixture of ground beef and black beans, swimming in a pool of creamy red enchilada sauce, and covered in melted cheddar cheese. In addition to all that deliciousness — they also happen to be low carb!
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As always, if you make these Healthy Winter Dinner Recipes or any of my other recipes, then please leave a comment or review! You can also tag me on Instagram @hungry.blonde so I can see how they turned out xoxo GG
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So many great option here and so much variety! Can’t wait to try a few.