Chicken
Beer Can Chicken
It’s obscene! Here is a recipe to bring out your inner trashiness. Yes, here it is, beer can chicken. There is nothing elegant about this chicken, it actually looks obscene on the grill, though it is delicious none the less. This will raise a few eyebrows at your bbq. Beer Can Chicken Serves 4 4 […]
Continue ReadingChicken with Summer Squash
A great shortcut You can do so many things with a rotisserie chicken. It is a great shortcut to any meal. Chicken with Summer Squash Serves 4 one purchased roasted chicken, chilled 3 Tbs olive oil 4 small or 2 medium yellow summer squash, cut in quarters lengthwise 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 1 cup yellow grape or […]
Continue ReadingCrispy Parmesan Chicken Legs
A Picky Eater Recipe It has always been difficult finding things that everyone in my family will eat. I won’t mention names, but there is a certain someone in this house that only eats pasta! I am going to give this a go tonight. The texture of food is very important and the “crispy factor” […]
Continue ReadingRosemary Chicken Salad Sandwiches
A healthy sandwich Here is a great sandwich recipe from Cooking Light. Fresh rosemary and smoked almonds set this chicken salad apart from all the others, and rotisserie chicken breasts make it quick and easy. Rosemary Chicken Salad Sandwiches Serves 5 3 cups chopped roasted skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 3/4 lb) 1/3 cup chopped […]
Continue ReadingChicken Tinga
Cinco de Mayo Sopes Sopes resemble thick tortilla patties with turned-up edges. By the time you add a little topping, the sopes resemble tartlets. In Mexico City, there are stands that make them to order, but sopes are made all over Mexico for fiestas or to use up leftovers. You can offer from six to 12 toppings, […]
Continue ReadingCrispy “Unfried” Chicken
A crowd pleasing chicken I found this recipe in Woman’s Day and made it last night. Everyone liked it, even Grace! Crispy and healthy! Crispy “Unfried” Chicken Serves 8 4 cups rice cereal (such as Rice Krispies), lightly crushed 3⁄4 cup grated Parmesan (3 oz) 2 Tbs olive oil 1 Tbs paprika 1 tsp ground cumin Kosher […]
Continue ReadingChicken with Sugar Snap Peas & Spring Herbs
Spring has sprung! This is a healthy chicken recipe for Spring – low in fat and calories from EatingWell for a Healthy Heart Cookbook (2008). Quick-cooking chicken cutlets are paired with an elegant but easy light sauce of sugar snap peas and artichoke hearts. This dish can be made without the sprouted beans, but is especially […]
Continue ReadingJambalaya Pasta with Penne, Chicken, Shrimp & Andouille
Emeril’s Essence – Put’s the BAM! in Bayou This particular jambalaya pasta recipe is from a 2007 “Emeril Live” show. Here is a recipe for Emeril’s Essence (you can also buy it ready-made): 2 1/2 Tbs paprika 2 Tbs salt 2 Tbs garlic powder 1 Tbs black pepper 1 Tbs onion powder 1 Tbs cayenne […]
Continue ReadingChicken & Apple Meat Loaf with Cider Gravy
A Twist on an American Classic Here is a light version of an American classic – meatloaf, which uses ground turkey and chicken sausages. It also have untraditional – apples, and cider gravy. Serve this with mashed potatoes and a fresh vegetable for dinner tonight. Chicken & Apple Meat Loaf with Cider Gravy Serves 4-6 […]
Continue ReadingSlow Cooker Thai Chicken
Another one for the slow cooker….. The key to brightening up a slow-cooked dish is to add fresh elements right at the end. In this recipe, peas, cilantro and lime wedges do the trick. No cilantro (Jessica!)? Try basil or mint instead. Slow Cooker Thai Chicken Serves 6 3/4 cup light coconut milk 2 Tbs […]
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