5 healthy ways to cook chicken that kids will love

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Whether you have a child who is a picky-eater or you want something healthy that your kids will love, try these super-easy ways to cook chicken that your kids will actually want to eat!

Here are five chicken recipes that are healthy, easy and can be enjoyed by kids and adults alike!

1.) Chicken Fingers

This recipe is a mainstay in any child's meal yet it is one of fattiest food out there. This recipe from Cooking Light calls for a crunchy cereal crumb (cereal, another kids' favorite!) instead of the overly oily batter coating that covers the chicken. As for the dipping sauce, you can spice it up with a mixture of chili sauce, lime juice and soy sauce. You can also serve it with ketchup or any sauce of your choice.

2.) Chicken Tenders

To a kid, any food that's paired with cheese is a win! This recipe from Martha Stewart does just that. The chicken breast tenders are coated in Parmesan cheese and breadcrumb mixture then oven-baked instead of fried so it's still crispy but without the added fat. To put more greens in their diet, a side dish of penne pasta and broccoli will complement the meal.

3.) Chicken (and Veggie) Nuggets

This is one of the most beloved chicken dish that most kids love. It's a quick recipe but you can make it healthier by incorporating vegetables in it, thanks to this recipe from the Cheeky Kitchen. The website emphasizes that this recipe doesn't take too much time as it only requires you to blend ground chicken and veggies. This recipe involves an oven, not a frying pan, to make it healthier.  Since nuggets are known to come in shapes and sizes, this is also a fun kitchen bonding activity that you and your kids can do together.

4.) Quinoa, Chicken & Broccoli Nuggets

At first glance it sounds complicated, but really, it's not. It's another chicken nugget variation that you and your kids can try at home. The great thing about this recipe from One Handed Cooks is that it is gluten-free and packed with nutrient-rich quinoa that kids can enjoy. According to the website, quinoa is high in iron, B-vitamins, antioxidants, fibre and low in fat. To top it all off, this recipe is baked, making the finely grated cheese make the dish all the more tasty.

5.) Chicken burgers

Chicken is a versatile meat and this recipe from Martha Stewart involves turning ground dark-meat chicken into burgers. According to the website, the chicken burger patty is just as juicy and delicious as the store-bought ones made with beef. It is a guaranteed hit for children of all ages.