9 dishes that are healthy but also the ultimate in comfort food

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Comfort food gets a bad wrap for being totally unhealthy. However, there are delicious options that are actually healthy! The trick to eating yummy foods without the guilt is to find recipes that tweak the ingredients to suit your lifestyle. It's easier than you may think.
If you are tired of depriving yourself, then it's time to sit back and learn a thing or two about tasty, healthy dishes. It may feel like cheating, but these are still healthy options. We know you'll love these!
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1. Healthy mac and cheese (h/t Pinch of Yum)
When you think of healthy foods, mac and cheese is probably not at the top of the list. However, the great thing about this recipe is that you actually use butternut squash as the base instead of cheese. Isn't that incredible?
2. Healthy slow cooker chicken potato soup (h/t A Spicy Perspective)
It's rich and creamy and tastes like it would go against any diet on the planet. The fresh veggies and low-fat option makes this dish a go-to choice for those that are trying to stay on the healthy path.
3. Ground turkey sweet potato skillet (h/t Primavera Kitchen)
This gluten-free and low-fat recipe is chalk full of incredible flavor. It only takes 30-minutes to make and is proven to be a real crowd pleaser.
4. Twice baked chicken fajita sweet potatoes (h/t Big Oven)
Your taste buds will explode the moment you take a bite of this delectable dish. The healthier spin on this recipe rests in. the sweet potato. It's a unique blend of sweet and spicy.
5. 30-minute homemade white chicken chili (h/t Averie Cooks)
You are sure to fall in love with this fall comfort food. The chicken instead of beef option really makes this a tad more healthier. Don't worry, the creamy texture and rich flavor is still there!
6. Pumpkin risotto with goat cheese and dried cranberries (h/t Platings and Pairings)
The robust flavor of this recipe will blow your mind! This is an excellent vegetarian option for dinner and is healthier option than traditional ricotta recipes.
7. Crock pot Mexican chicken casserole (h/t Well Plated)
This is a healthier take on a traditional Mexican recipe. It's crammed full of flavor and fresh ingredients. It's sure to make everybody line up for seconds!
8. Philly cheese steak zucchini boats (h/t Cooking Classy)
This is an ultimate veggie dinner that tastes sinful, but is absolutely healthy! It's so good, you won't even realize you aren't eating the classic recipe.
9. Slow cooker chicken and wild rice soup (h/t Damn Delicious)
Veggies, rice, and chicken--sounds healthy to me! The ultra-rich sauce packs a lot of flavor and makes this dish the ultimate comfort food.
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