Apple Chicken and Rice

September 14, 2014 Leave a Comment

 

Apple Chicken and Rice

Apple Chicken and Rice

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

 www.tasteofhome.com

 

The first time that we tried this lightly sweet chicken, I knew that I would be making it for a long time to come.  This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!!

             Nadene MacLeod                                                            Springfield, Massachusetts

 

Apple Chicken and Rice Recipe

Apple Chicken and Rice

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1 inch cubes

2 Tbsp. butter, divided

1 package (6 oz.) chicken flavored rice mix

1 ¼ cups water

½ cup chicken broth

½ cup apple juice

1 medium apple, chopped

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

½ cup chopped onion

¼ cup dried cranberries

 

In a large skillet, cook chicken in 1 tablespoon butter, until juices run clear; remove and keep warm.  Set seasoning packet from rice mix aside.  In the same skillet; sauté rice mix in remaining butter for 5 minutes or until golden brown.

Add the water, broth, apple juice, apple, mushrooms, onions, cranberries and contents of rice seasoning packet; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until is tender, stirring occasionally.  Return chicken to the pan; heat through.        4 servings

 

(Recipe for Apple Chicken and Rice was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Italian Chicken Pockets

June 21, 2014 Leave a Comment
Italian Chicken Pockets

Italian Chicken Pockets

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

My sister-in-law prepared these hearty sandwiches that are filled with chicken, mushrooms and pepperoni.  My husband loved them so much; he insisted I ask for the recipe.

             Tricia Buss                                                                          Telford, Pennsylvania

 

Italian Chicken Pockets Recipe

Italian Chicken Pockets

¾ lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cubed

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 medium green peppers, chopped

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 package (3 ½ oz.) sliced pepperoni

1 cup spaghetti sauce

3 pits breads (6 inches), halved and warmed

Grated Parmesan cheese, optional

 

In a large skillet, cook chicken over medium heat in oil until no longer pink.  Add green pepper and mushrooms; cook until tender, stirring occasionally.  Add pepperoni and spaghetti sauce; heat through.

Spoon into pita bread halves.  Sprinkle with cheese if desired.          6 servings

 

(Recipe for Italian Chicken Pockets was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Grilled Asparagus Medley

May 14, 2014 Leave a Comment
Grilled Asparagus Medley

Grilled Asparagus Medley

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

This colorful veggie recipe happened by accident.  One evening, I didn’t have room on the grill for all the things I wanted to prepare, so I threw two of the dishes together and came up with this medley.  It goes great with any grilled meat.  This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!

          Pam Gaspers                                                                     Hastings, Nebraska

 

 Grilled Asparagus Medley Recipe

Grilled Asparagus Medley

1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed

1 each sweet red, yellow and green pepper, julienned

1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms

1 medium tomato, chopped

1 medium onion, sliced

1 can (2 ¼ oz.) sliced ripe olives, drained

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 Tbsp. olive oil

1 tsp. minced fresh parsley

½ tsp. pepper

½ tsp. salt

¼ tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning

¼ tsp. dill weed

 

In a disposable foil pan, combine the vegetables, olives and garlic; drizzle with oil and toss to coat.  Sprinkle with parsley, salt, pepper, lemon-pepper and dill; toss to coat.

Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender, stirring occasionally.               8 servings

 

(Recipe for Grilled Asparagus Medley was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms

April 21, 2014 Leave a Comment
Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms

Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at

www.tasteofhome.com

 

Topped with the toasty texture and flavors of hazelnuts, this pasta makes an easy, earthy weeknight dinner.  I serve it with an herb lettuce salad and white wine.  This recipe is Diabetic Friendly!

           Charlene Chambers                                                        Ormond Beach, Florida

 

Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms Recipe

 

Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms

1 package (20 oz.) refrigerated cheese ravioli

1 lb. fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed

1 Tbsp. butter

½ lb. sliced fresh mushrooms

3 shallots, finely chopped

2 garlic cloves, minced

2 cups fat-free evaporated milk

8 fresh sage leaves, thinly sliced or 2 tsp. rubbed sage

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

1 tsp. lemon-pepper seasoning

¼ tsp. white pepper

¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

¼ cup hazelnuts, coarsely chopped and toasted

 

In a large saucepan, cook ravioli according to package directions, adding snap peas during the last 3 minutes of cooking; drain.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat.  Add mushrooms, shallots and garlic; cook and stir until mushrooms are tender.  Stir in milk, sage, lemon peel, lemon-pepper and white pepper; bring to a boil.  Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 2 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened.

Add ravioli and snap peas to sauce; heat through.  Sprinkle with cheese and hazelnuts.          8 servings

 

(Recipe for Ravioli with Snap Peas & Mushrooms was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

January 28, 2014 Leave a Comment
Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

 

Recipe provided courtesy of Taste of Home magazine.  Find more great recipes at www.tasteofhome.com

 

The first time I had this chili at a Super Bowl party, I was on my second bowl before I realized it had NO MEAT!  It’s so chock-full of ingredients and flavor that it’s hard to believe this is a low-fat recipe.  Enjoy!

         Ronald Johnson                                                                               Elmhurst, Illinois

 

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili Recipe

Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili

½ Lb. sliced fresh mushrooms

1 large green pepper, chopped

1 large sweet red pepper, chopped

2 ribs celery, chopped

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped

1 Tbsp. olive oil

4 garlic cloves, minced

2 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. dried oregano

1 can (28 oz.) diced tomatoes, undrained

1 can (16 oz.) red beans, rinsed and drained

1 can (15 oz.) black beans, raised and drained

1 large carrot, chopped

½ cup water

½ cup barbecue sauce

¼ cup chili powder

1 tsp. Liquid Smoke, optional

Optional Toppings:   Light sour cream, hot pepper sauce, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onion and/or crushed baked tortilla chip scoops

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir the mushrooms, peppers, celery, onion and jalapeno in oil until onion is lightly browned.  Add the garlic, cumin and oregano; cook and stir 1 minute longer.

Transfer to a 5 quart slow cooker.  Stir in the tomatoes, beans, carrots, water, barbecue sauce, chili powder and Liquid Smoke if desired.

Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or until vegetables are tender.  Serve with sour cream, pepper sauce, cheese, onion and/or chips if desired.            6 servings (2 quarts)

 

(Recipe for Slow-Cooked Two-Bean Chili was on www.tasteofhome.com, 2014)

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Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

October 1, 2013 Leave a Comment
Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

This recipe is for Chicken with Artichokes and Olives, I had gotten if from “Best of Diabetic Connect Low-Carb Recipes”.  Even if you aren’t diabetic, these recipes would be a nice change.  A way to lighten up your everyday evening meals.

Chicken with Artichokes and Olives Recipe

Chicken with Artichokes and Olives

2 cups sliced fresh mushroom

14 ½ oz. can diced tomatoes, undrained

1 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth

½ cup chopped onion (1 medium)

¼ cup dry white wine or reduced-sodium chicken broth

1  2 ¼ oz. can sliced, pitted ripe olives or ¼ cup capers, drained

2 to 3 tsp. curry powder

1 tsp. dried thyme, crushed

¼ tsp. black pepper

1   8 or 9 oz. package frozen artichoke hearts

2 ½ Lb. skinless, boneless chicken breasts halves and/or thighs

3 Tbsp. cornstarch

3 Tbsp. cold water

In a 4 to 5 quart slow cooker combine mushrooms, undrained tomatoes, chicken broth, onion, wine, olives, curry powder, thyme, salt and pepper.  Add artichoke hearts.  Place chicken on top; spoon some of the tomato mixture over the chicken.

Cover and cook on low-heat setting for 7 to 8 hours or on high-heat setting for 3 ½ to 4 hours.  Using a slotted spoon, transfer chicken and artichokes to a serving bowl.  Cover chicken and artichokes with foil to keep warm.

If using low-heat setting, turn to high-heat setting.  In a small bowl combine cornstarch and water.  Stir into mixture in cooker.  Cover and cook about 15 minutes more or until thicken.  Spoon tomato mixture over chicken and artichokes.               8 servings

 

(Recipe for Chicken with Artichokes and Olives came from Best of Diabetic Connect “Low-Carb Recipes”)

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