A tasty and healthy whole wheat penne mixed with vegetables, chicken and bacon, all covered in a tangy pesto vinaigrette. Recipe from Eat, Shrink and Be Merry (Worth Every Penne) 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 2 tbsp basil pesto 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon honey 1/4 teaspoon pepper 2 cups uncooked penne pasta 4 slices chopped turkey bacon 3 cups sliced…
Category: Chicken
Chicken Mole
Chicken slow-cooked in a mole sauce with chilies and dark chocolate. 3 large chicken breasts, frozen or fresh 28 oz can of crushed tomatoes 1 4 oz can diced green chilies 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar 1 onion, diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 1 tsp balsamic vinegar 1/2…
Moroccan Chicken and Rice
Chicken cooked with exotic Middle Eastern flavours, served on a bed of rice and pistachios. Chicken 2 tbsp vegetable oil 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup finely diced onion 1 cup chicken broth 2 cloves garlic, crushed 1/2 tbsp freshly grated ginger 3 tbsp orange juice 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon 1/4 tsp turmeric 1/4…
Baked Chicken Nuggets with Quinoa
These nuggets are made with ground chicken and cooked quinoa for added nutrition. It’s easy to make them into fun shapes your kids will love. Recipe adapted from Quinoa 365: The Everyday Superfood 1/2 cup water 1/4 cup quinoa 1 lb ground chicken 1 tsp salt 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese…
Chicken Tetrazzini
This creamy chicken and pasta casserole is sure to please your family. 1 tablespoon olive oilCooking spray1/2 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup finely chopped celery1 teaspoon minced garlic1 teaspoon fresh thyme1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper1/2 teaspoon salt5-6 cups sliced mushrooms (16 ounce package)1/4 cup dry sherry (or red wine)2 tablespoons butter1/3 cup all-purpose flour2 3/4…
Whole Chicken in a Crockpot
Here’s a super easy way to cook a whole chicken, and make chicken soup the next day. 1 small whole chicken 1 small onion paprika, seasoning salt, and garlic powder for seasoning Rinse the chicken and remove any bags from the cavity. Peel the onion and place the whole thing inside the cavity. If it doesn’t fit…
Doro Wat
Ethiopian chicken stew slow-cooked in the crockpot. It’s sure to warm you up on a cold day. 1 (14 oz) can diced tomatoes, undrained1 1/2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs1/4 cup fresh lemon juice2 tbsps butter3 large onions, diced 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger1 tbsp paprika1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you like it spicy)1/2 teaspoon black pepper1…
Curried Chicken and Broccoli Crepes
Soft and light crepes with a delicious creamy filling of chicken and broccoli. Crepes: 1 cup all-purpose flour pinch of salt 2 eggs, lightly beaten 2/3 cup milk 2/3 cup water 1 tsp butter In a bowl, cobine flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add eggs. While whisking, gradually add milk…
Sweet and Sour Chicken Fingers
No need to dip these chicken fingers in sauce because it’s baked right into them! 2-3 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 egg, beaten1/3 cup sweet and sour sauce2 cups panko breadcrumbs1/4 cup parmesan cheese1/4 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper Cut the chicken into strips. Combine egg and sweet and sour sauce in a large bowl. Combine breadcrumbs,…
Barbeque Chicken Pizza
If you’re tired of the same old pizza, try this one with barbeque sauce and chicken. Whole wheat pizza dough (I used this recipe)BBQ sauceCooked chicken (can be roasted deli chicken, or just leftover chicken you might have in the fridge)Green peppersGreen onionsMozzarella and cheddar cheese Roll out the pizza dough onto a greased pizza…
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