Chops might not steal the slimming protein spotlight the way chicken does.

However, theycanbe part of a balanced diet (and a welcome break from all that clucky goodness).

Not sure how to add them to the roster?

Pork chops with peaches and onions

These ideas will help!

Ditch the basil and trykaleinstead.

There are entire cookbooks devoted to supergreen, and for good reason.

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Get the recipe fromDiethood.

We’re willing to bet its waist-whittling effects apply when they are eaten with the meal as well.

Try this sweet and sour spin instead.

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It’s got a whopping 29.2 grams of satiatingproteinand just 7.5 grams of carbs.

Get the recipe fromDamn Delicous.

Plus, they save energy and lower the risk of burning food.

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This is one recipe that even the not-so-culinary-blessed can partake.

Get the recipe fromCreme de la Crumb.

Aside from its fat content, store bought brands contain more high fructose corn syrup than actual honeyhellobelly fat.

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AKA it’s a green light.

Get the recipe fromTwo Peas and Their Pod.

It’s definitely worth a try.

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Get the recipe fromLove and Olive Oil.

Get the recipe fromFoodie Crush.

Get the recipe fromInspiralized.

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Get the recipe fromBitz & Giggles.

They’re low-cal, low-carb and fat-free.

This recipe combines the super versatile noodles with heart-healthy pistachios and roasted pork chop.

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And it’s got just 6.6 grams of carbs.

Get the recipe fromSkinny Taste.

Get the recipe fromI Breathe I’m Hungry.

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Better yet pair it one of these50 Best Detox Waters for Fat Burning and Weight Loss.

Take advantage of this one.

Get the recipe fromLaughing Spatula.

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Get the recipe fromA Kitchen Addition.

Plus it’s got a hefty amount of carbs to replenish depleted stores and protein to rebuild lean muscle.

Get the recipe fromCotter Crunch.

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With cider gravy and dried cranberries, your tastebuds will be in for a sweet spin.

Plus unlike turkey dinner, this recipes' nutritional profile won’t leave you unbuttoning your jeans.

Find yourself doing that often lately?

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Check out these50 Little Things Making You Fatter and Fatter.

Get the recipe fromCupcakes and Kale Chips.

It’ll speed up your metabolism thanks to capsaicin, the compound that gives the peppers their signature fire.

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Get the recipe fromFoxes Love Lemons.

The problem is that crusted usually means calorically dense and deep fried.

Get the recipe fromJulie’s Eats and Treats.

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