30 Low Sodium Chicken Recipes for a Heart Healthy Diet

This flavorful bowl contains just 129mg of sodium per serving (while most canned chilis exceed 800mg) plus our recipe uses the fiber from white beans to help manage cholesterol levels. The heat from jalapeño peppers boosts your metabolism and deepens the flavor without excess salt.

Packed with whole grains and fresh vegetables, this low sodium chicken salad is a balanced meal packed with fiber and lean protein for a heart healthy dinner.

A low-sodium triumph, this recipe transforms a traditionally high-salt Indian classic into a heart-healthy meal with only 147mg of sodium. By using low-fat yogurt and a specialized salt-free spice blend, it delivers a rich texture without the saturated fat and sodium found in restaurant versions.

If you like this popular restaurant dish, you’re going to love this low sodium recipe for Bang Bang Chicken. Made with a salt-free spice blend and light yogurt-based sauce, it’s a delicious dish to enjoy on a heart healthy diet. This delectable chicken dish can also be made in the air fryer.

This dish relies on a fresh chimichurri made of parsley and oregano, which are rich in polyphenols. The vinegar in the sauce provides an "acidic bite" that satisfies your salt cravings for only 155mg of sodium.

Nutrient-rich beets and spinach are paired with tender chicken to create this heart healthy salad that’s low in sodium.

This heart healthy chicken lunch recipe uses lean chicken and fresh spinach for a quick and easy low sodium meal idea.

With only 126mg of sodium, this recipe uses a spiced yogurt marinade to tenderize the chicken. The yogurt's lactic acid breaks down muscle fibers, ensuring the meat stays juicy. 

This sunny Mediterranean dish contains high-potassium zucchini and tomatoes. Potassium helps relax the walls of the blood vessels to lower blood pressure, which helps people who are managing hypertension or heart failure.

This recipe’s citrus-and-rosemary glaze has mouthwatering tangy, savory flavor with just 114mg of sodium. The natural sugars in the orange marmalade caramelize during roasting, creating complex "umami" flavors. Citrus fruits also provide Vitamin C.

Tomatoes and fresh herbs bring bold Mediterranean flavors to this heart healthy, low cholesterol recipe that's both simple and delicious.​

This deeply flavorful recipe uses natural cocoa and spices to create a rich sauce with only 132mg of sodium. Cocoa is abundant in flavanols, which have been clinically shown to improve blood flow. 

This tender chicken dish uses balsamic vinegar and lemon juice to enhance flavor for a total of just 138mg of sodium. The acidity acts as a natural flavor booster, making this an ideal recipe for the DASH diet. It proves that gourmet-style meals can be achieved with nearly zero added salt by relying on acidic ingredients to "wake up" the taste buds.

You can also make this recipe for balsamic chicken in the air fryer.

These Wonton Taco cups are a fun and tasty way to enjoy a low sodium chicken recipe. These handheld bites feature seasoned chicken and fresh vegetables for a delicious meal or low sodium snack packed with mouth-watering textures and flavors.

This creamy, comforting chicken pasta dish skips the salt by using herbs and light cheese for a satisfying meal that’s both nutritious and low in salt.​

At just 124mg of sodium, these tacos use a vibrant mango salsa to create a delight for your taste buds. The contrast of sweet mango and spicy peppers creates a complex flavor you’ll love. 

A homemade sweet and sour sauce replaces a traditional high sodium commercial sauce in this favorite Asian dish. This copy cat restaurant dish has all of the delicious flavors you enjoy without the sodium.

Our version contains 246 mg of sodium, roughly 80% less than a typical restaurant portion. By using a light coating of cheese and fresh herbs, we provide the comfort food experience without the massive load of saturated fat. This is essential for weight management, as it helps keep you feeling full and satisfied without extra calories.

You can enjoy this chicken parmesan recipe in the air fryer, too.

Make this crispy baked chicken recipe for a dish that’s both crunchy and juicy. This low sodium chicken recipe offers the satisfaction of fried chicken without the extra fat and sodium.​

Marinated in spices and fresh herbs, this heart healthy grilled chicken recipe is the perfect protein-packed meal to make on the grill.​

Grilled chicken is topped with fresh corn salsa for a refreshing and flavorful meal to enjoy when you’re craving fresh, summer vegetables.

Is it possible to eat barbecue sauce on a low salt diet? It is with this quick stir-fry recipe that uses spices and veggies to keep it healthy and delicious.

This oven-baked chicken recipe contains a low 135mg of sodium and features a crust made of crushed pecans. Pecans are a rich source of Vitamin E and healthy fats that support heart health. Swapping breadcrumbs for nuts adds fiber, which slows the absorption of glucose. You can also make this pecan-crusted baked chicken in the air fryer.

Juicy chicken drumsticks are glazed with a sweet and mildly spicy honey mixture in this heart healthy recipe for a mouth-watering balance of flavors. This low sodium appetizer is perfect for snacking during the big game.

This salt-free chicken marinade uses fresh ingredients like orange juice and shallots to infuse chicken with tons of fresh flavor. Perfect for grilling or baking, this healthy marinade keeps your chicken tasty without adding any salt to your meal.

This heart healthy salad is packed with lean protein and fresh vegetables. Topped with a tangy carrot ginger dressing, this grilled chicken recipe offers a satisfying crunch and vibrant flavors, all while keeping sodium levels in check.

Skip the greasy takeout for a savory heart-healthy dish with just 5g fat. With this recipe you can whip up a quick and tasty low sodium stir-fry meal featuring tender chicken strips and fresh vegetables. The homemade sauce has Asian-inspired flavors and only 138 mg sodium per serving.

This low sodium chicken casserole is layered with lean ground chicken, fresh veggies, and reduced-fat cheese for a healthy Mexican-inspired dinner full of comforting and bold flavors.

This low sodium chicken soup is made with whole wheat dumplings, lean chicken and fresh vegetables for a heart healthy dish that has a velvety texture and rich taste.

This high protein chicken recipe combines tender baked chicken with colorful veggies and a zesty lime dressing for a low sodium salad to enjoy when you’re craving Mexican food.