Eating inflammation-fighting foods like olive oil, garlic, potatoes, and dark leafy greens can help support heart health, so we packed these foods into a delicious dinner. In addition to using other anti-inflammatory ingredients like whole grains, legumes, lean proteins, and spices, these one-pot meals are also low in sodium and saturated fat to fit a heart-healthy eating pattern. It is kept low. By doing so, you can do your best to reduce the troublesome symptoms of chronic inflammation, such as mental fog, joint stiffness, and digestive issues, while maintaining your ticker health at the same time. Recipes like slow cooker chicken and white bean stew and vegetable and tofu soup are flavorful and nutritious, and you'll want to make them again and again.
slow cooker chicken and white bean stew
This load-and-go slow cooker chicken recipe is perfect for busy weeknight dinners. Serve this Tuscan-inspired dish with crunchy bread, a glass of Chianti, and a salad.
vegetable and tofu soup
Tofu has a reputation for being bland, but marinating it in Italian seasonings for up to four hours transforms it into a game-changer in this vegetable-packed soup.
creamy white chili and cream cheese
This rich yet healthy white chicken chili recipe comes together in no time using ready-to-cook chicken thighs and canned white beans. Mashing some of the beans is a quick way to thicken the soup if you have a short simmer time. Cream cheese adds a final richness and a hint of sweetness.
One pot garlic shrimp and spinach
Photographer: Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist: Kristin Kiely, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Brown shrimp, spinach, and garlic for a quick and easy weeknight dinner in one pot. Add some zesty lemon juice, warm crushed red pepper and herb parsley to give your fast pan sauce some life. Serve with slices of whole wheat baguette to mop up every last drop of sauce.
vegan white bean chili
Fresh Anaheim (or poblano) chiles add a mild spiciness and plenty of smoky flavor to this classic white bean chili. The quinoa adds richness to the chili, and the diced zucchini gives beautiful green flecks and increases the vegetable content.
Skillet Lemon Chicken and Potatoes with Kale
This easy one skillet roasted lemon chicken is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Cook juicy chicken thighs in the same skillet as baby potatoes and kale for a satisfying meal with minimal cleanup.
chicken sausage and kale stew
A splash of vinegar is a time-tested chef's secret to soups. Adding vinegar just before serving the soup will brighten the taste considerably. Add variety to this dish by using your favorite style of chicken sausage.
One pot white beans, spinach and sun-dried tomato orzo with lemon and feta cheese
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
This one-pot pasta dish with white beans, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes is lively, vibrant, and easy to clean up. Toasting the orzo before adding the soup adds even more flavor. Dark leafy greens such as chopped kale or Swiss chard can also replace spinach, but they may take longer to wilt in the pot. If you use a more durable green vegetable, add it to the pot at the end of the cooking time for 5 minutes.
Served with chicken chili and sweet potato
Lots of spices, corn, and peppers give this healthy one-pot chicken chili recipe a Southwestern flair. Serve with your favorite hot sauce, tortilla chips, and a cold beer.
chicken and cabbage pesto soup
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christine Keeley
This one-pot chicken and cabbage soup is topped with flavorful store-bought pesto. Large, fiber-rich butter beans add a creamy flavor, but you can easily swap them out for cannellini or navy beans if you prefer. This soup goes well with leftover chicken. Shred or chop the cooked chicken and add to the soup and reheat once the cabbage is tender.
Chicken thighs with couscous and kale
One-pot meals, like this all-in-one recipe for chicken thighs, kale, and Israeli couscous, are perfect for nights when you want to minimize cleanup. Look for Israeli couscous (small pearl-shaped pasta made with semolina flour) near other Middle Eastern dry goods in well-stocked supermarkets and specialty food stores.
