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Chicken Breasts with Pumpkin Seed Pesto and Creamy Butternut Squash Sauce

There’s a spot in my kitchen that is always reserved for a special cookbook. It’s a wrought-iron stand next to my stove, where I regularly switch out seasonal cookbooks (my favorites)  from which I draw recipe inspiration. Currently displayed… Eat Feed Autumn Winter: 30 ways to celebrate when the mercury drops by Anne Bramley.

I picked up [...]

Simple, Family-Friendly Dinner: Apple- Thyme Chicken

Herbs can grow outdoors year round here in Southern California. I have good luck with sage, mint, rosemary, lavender, chives & thyme. They all grow like weeds, and I feel so sustainable when I’m able to utilize what is growing on our land. The thyme happens to be planted right underneath an area where our [...]

Coq au Zin

COQ AU ZIN
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1 cup + 2 Tbs. all-purpose flour
6 slices bacon, chopped
1 Tbs olive oil
12 bone-in chicken thighs (with skin), excess fat trimmed
¾ cup chopped shallots, (about 4)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 lb boiling onions (the cocktail-sized ones), peeled
12 ounces crimini mushrooms, quartered (about 5 cups)
2 Tbs chopped fresh marjoram
One 750m. bottle red Zinfandel
2 cups chicken [...]

Chicken and Arugula Sandwiches

CHICKEN & ARUGULA SANDWICHES
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6 Tbs plain nonfat yogurt or lowfat mayonnaise
4 tsp dijon mustard
½ cup chopped arugula
freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 large red bell peppers
Four 4-ounce boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt to taste
1 tsp olive oil
Six 5-inch baguettes, French bread or rolls, cut lengthwise into halves
2 large bunches of arugula

1. Combine yogurt and [...]

Chicken Pumpkin Stew

CHICKEN PUMPKIN STEW
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1 Tbs canola oil
1½ lbs skinless, boneless chicken thighs, visible fat trimmed, cut into 1″ pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 1″ pieces
1 tsp minced garlic
14½ oz can chicken broth
14½ oz can diced tomatoes
1 Tbs smoked paprika
½ tsp salt
3 cups 1″ cubes peeled sugar pumpkin or butternut squash (1 [...]

Chicken, Leek and Apple Stew

CHICKEN, LEEK & APPLE STEW
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2 lbs chicken thighs (about 8 thighs)
1 tsp kosher salt, plus additional for seasoning
freshly ground black pepper
3 Tbs unsalted butter, softened
1 Tbs vegetable oil
2 Tbs flour, plus additional for dredging
3 whole leeks (white and green parts), halved lengthwise, sliced into thick half circles, and well rinsed
½ tsp celery seeds
¼ cup dry [...]

Chicken Stew with Balsamic- Roasted Vegetables

CHICKEN STEW W/ BALSAMIC- ROASTED VEGETABLES
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4 cups unpeeled, cubed red potatoes
2 cups whole baby carrots
1 cup chopped red onions
2 Tbs balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1½ tsp dried thyme
1½ tsp dried rosemary
1 tsp dried tarragon
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup trimmed fresh green beans
½ cup dry white wine
6 halves boneless, skinless chicken [...]

Smoked Chicken Chowder

SMOKED CHICKEN CHOWDER
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3 medium onions, chopped (about 2½ cups)
½ cup vegetable oil
1 large russet potato
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 whole jalapeño chili, seeded and finely minced (wear rubber gloves)
¼ cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
2 cups [...]

Roasted Vegetable- Rosemary Chicken Soup

ROASTED VEGETABLE- ROSEMARY CHICKEN SOUP
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1 cup 1-inch cubed carrot
1 cup 1-inch cubed onion
1 cup coarsely chopped mushrooms
1 cup 1-inch pieces celery
1 cup 1-inch pieces red bell pepper
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
1 cup water
2 [...]

Lemon- Chicken Rice Soup

LEMON- CHICKEN RICE SOUP
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7 cups chicken broth
1 cube chicken bouillon
½ cup uncooked regular rice
1/3 cup diced carrots
1/3 cup diced celery
1/3 cup finely chopped onion
1 ½ cups cooked chicken, diced or shredded
2 Tbs butter [...]

Greek Orzo and Chicken Soup

GREEK ORZO & CHICKEN SOUP
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6 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 tsp finely chopped fresh dill
½ cup uncooked orzo (rice shaped pasta)
4 large eggs
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 cup shredded carrot
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
8 ounces chopped roasted chicken

1. Bring broth and dill to a boil in a large saucepan. Add orzo. Reduce heat, and simmer [...]

Classic Chicken Soup

CLASSIC CHICKEN SOUP
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4-5 lbs whole chicken
1 large onion, diced
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1 large parsnip, peeled and chopped (optional)
4 sprigs parsley
1/8 tsp dill weed
1 Tbs salt
½ tsp pepper

1. Rinse chicken and remove inside parts. Place in large stockpot and fill with enough water to cover [...]

Chipotle Chicken and Tomato Soup

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN & TOMATO SOUP
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½ tsp ground cumin
One 15.5-ounce can navy beans, rinsed and drained
One 14.5-ounce can no-salt-added stewed tomatoes
One 14-ounce can fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 whole chipotle chile, canned in adobo sauce, finely chopped
2 cups chopped cooked chicken breast [...]

Chicken Tortilla Soup

CHICKEN TORTILLA SOUP
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4 corn tortillas
salt to taste
6 cups chicken broth
2 cups tomato juice
14 oz can diced tomatoes
8 oz can tomato sauce
1 large carrot, julienned
4 oz can chopped green chilies, squeezed dry
½ [...]

Chicken- Chorizo Tortilla Soup

CHICKEN- CHORIZO TORTILLA SOUP
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1 lb chicken tenders, cut into bite-sized pieces
salt and pepper to taste
¾ lb chorizo sausage or kielbasa, diced
2 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
1 red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped [...]

Chicken- Broccoli Soup

CHICKEN- BROCCOLI SOUP
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½ cup finely chopped carrots
½ cup finely chopped onion
½ cup finely chopped celery
1 cup finely chopped broccoli stems
1 ½ tsp dried thyme
1 ½ tsp dried oregano
1 tsp dried basil
½ cup dry white [...]

Penne with Torn Greek Chicken, Olives and Lemon

PENNE W/ TORN GREEK CHICKEN, OLIVES & LEMON
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1 ½ lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts
Two 6 oz. jars Peloponnese Grapeleaf and Walnut Kopanisti (Pesto)
6 cloves garlic, pressed
2 Tbs extra virgin olive oil
¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
1 lb dried penne pasta
juice of one lemon
2 cups sliced black olives
fresh ground pepper
2 roasted red bell peppers, thinly sliced
¼ [...]

Greek Chicken Pasta Toss

GREEK CHICKEN PASTA TOSS
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½ lb rotini (or other short pasta)
2 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp coarsely ground black pepper
3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tsp dried oregano
7 ounce jar roasted red peppers, drained and thinly sliced
14 ounce can artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
1 pint [...]

Chicken Spaghetti Casserole

CHICKEN SPAGHETTI CASSEROLE
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4 Tbs butter
½ cup chopped celery
½ bell pepper, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
1 tub sliced mushrooms
Two 10 ¾oz. cans of cream of mushroom soup
1 cup milk
½ lb cheddar cheese, grated
4 cups cooked, cubed chicken
7 oz vermicelli, cooked
salt and pepper to taste
tabasco to taste

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a [...]

Chicken Pasta Primavera

CHICKEN PASTA PRIMAVERA
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4 Tbs olive oil
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
½ cup chopped onions
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 medium carrot, peeled and julienned
2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
salt to taste
3 medium tomatoes, diced
1 lb pasta, cooked to package directions
½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
2 Tbs fresh parsley, chopped

1. Heat oil in large [...]

Chicken Fettuccine

CHICKEN FETTUCCINE
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2 tsp vegetable or canola oil
8 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup fresh sliced mushrooms
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp flour
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup evaporated milk
4 Tbs whipped cream cheese
1 ½ cups freshly grated parmesan cheese
white pepper to taste
2 cups hot cooked fettuccine

1. Heat oil in skillet. Add chicken and cook [...]

White Chicken Chili with Aged Cheddar Cheese

WHITE CHICKEN CHILI W/ AGED CHEDDAR CHEESE
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1 tsp olive oil
1 medium onion, peeled and diced
1 medium yellow bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and chopped
1 medium orange bell pepper, stemmed, seeded and chopped
1 Tbs minced fresh jalapeño (seeds removed)
1½ tsp ground cumin
15 ounce can cream-style corn
7 ounce can diced mild green chiles (squeeze out liquid)
2 cups whole [...]

Ina Garten’s Chicken Chili

INA GARTEN’S CHICKEN CHILI
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8 cups chopped yellow onions (6 onions)
¼ cup good olive oil, plus extra for chicken
¼ cup minced garlic (8 cloves)
4 medium red bell peppers, cored, seeded, and large-diced
4 medium yellow bell peppers, cored, seeded and large-diced
2 tsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp dried red pepper flakes, or to taste
½ tsp cayenne [...]

Fiery Chicken Chili

FIERY CHICKEN CHILI
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2 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil
2 medium yellow onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
4 tsp dried oregano
2½ tsp ground cumin
1½ tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
1 large chipotle chile in adobo sauce, finely chopped, sauce reserved
3 lbs skinless, boneless chicken thighs, thinly sliced
Two 28 ounce cans diced tomatoes (with their juice)
Three 15.5 ounce cans pinto beans, [...]

Chicken- Butternut Squash Chili

CHICKEN- BUTTERNUT SQUASH CHILI
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2 Tbs olive oil
2 cups chopped sweet onion
2 cups chopped red bell pepper
2 cups chopped green bell pepper
3 Tbs minced jalapeño (seeds removed)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup beer
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup sliced black olives
3 Tbs chili powder
1 tsp ground coriander seed
½ tsp salt
28 ounce can chopped tomatoes, with juice
1 lb boneless [...]

Acorn Squash and Chicken Chili

ACORN SQUASH & CHICKEN CHILI
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1 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium red onion, finely chopped
1 medium red or orange bell pepper, finely chopped
1 medium jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 Tbs Chinese five-spice powder
2 tsp chili powder
1 medium (2 lb.) acorn squash, halved lengthwise, seeded, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 whole skinless, [...]

Roasted Chicken with Lemon Curd

ROASTED CHICKEN WITH LEMON CURD
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3½ lb whole chicken
1 Tbs chopped fresh rosemary
2 tsp chopped fresh thyme
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
4 cloves garlic, crushed
½ cup lemon curd
3 large lemons, halved

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

2. Discard giblets and neck. Rinse chicken and pat dry. Trim excess fat. [...]

Easy Roast Chicken Dinner

EASY ROAST CHICKEN DINNER
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1 cup dry white wine
6 peeled carrots, cut in half
6 medium parsnips, peeled and cut in half
10-12 small red potatoes, cut in half
4 lbs chicken pieces
¼ cup melted butter
2 Tbs chopped fresh sage
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
1 Tbs flour
½ cup chicken broth
3 Tbs chopped parsley

1. Preheat oven to 475 [...]

Cranberry- Stuffed Chicken

CRANBERRY- STUFFED CHICKEN
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1 cup chopped celery
1 cup chopped onion
2/3 cup dried cranberries
½ cup plus 2 Tbs. butter, divided
1 clove garlic, minced
3 cups herb-seasoned stuffing croutons
1 cup corn bread stuffing or crumbled corn bread
1½ to 2 cups chicken broth
1 whole roasting chicken (5 to 7 pounds)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
¼ tsp poultry seasoning
¼ tsp rubbed sage
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Cider Roasted Chicken

CIDER ROASTED CHICKEN
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3 quarts water
1 quart apple cider
¼ cup Kosher salt
1 Tbs black peppercorns
1 bay leaf
One 6 lb. roasting chicken
2 cups apple cider
1 large onion, peeled and halved
4 flat-leaf parsley sprigs
4 cloves garlic, peeled

1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a saucepan; bring to a boil, stirring until salt dissolves. Remove from heat; [...]

Slow Cooker Tex Mex Chicken and Beans

SLOW COOKER TEX MEX CHICKEN & BEANS
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1 cup dried pinto beans, rinsed
16 ounce jar mild or medium salsa
2 Tbs chopped canned chipotle in adobo sauce
2 Tbs flour
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 medium red bell pepper (seeds and ribs removed), chopped
¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream, [...]

Orange- Ginger Grilled Chicken Thighs

ORANGE- GINGER GRILLED CHICKEN THIGHS
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1/3 cup orange juice
3 Tbs rice wine vinegar
3 Tbs light soy sauce
1 Tbs minced garlic
1 Tbs minced fresh ginger
1 Tbs sesame oil
Eight 4-ounce skinned and boned chicken thighs
fresh cilantro sprigs and orange slices for garnish

1. Combine orange juice and next 5 ingredients in a shallow dish or large zip-top freezer [...]

Jamaican Jerk Chicken

JAMAICAN JERK CHICKEN
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1 bunch scallions, chopped (1½ cups)
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 medium jalapeño chile, chopped (seeds and ribs removed for less heat, if desired)
2 Tbs fresh lime juice
2 Tbs olive oil, plus more for grill grates
1 Tbs light brown sugar
1½ tsp ground allspice
1 tsp dried thyme
½ tsp ground cinnamon
coarse salt
Eight pieces bone-in chicken (drumsticks and [...]

Honey- Molasses Chicken Drumsticks

HONEY- MOLASSES CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
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SAUCE:
1 Tbs brown sugar
2 Tbs water
2 Tbs honey
2 Tbs balsamic vinegar
1 Tbs dijon mustard
1 Tbs molasses
1 tsp minced garlic

CHICKEN:
1 tsp olive oil
6 chicken drumsticks, skin removed
½ tsp kosher salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

1. Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl; whisk together and set aside.

2. Heat oil [...]

Grilled Honey Chicken with Cherry Sauce

GRILLED HONEY CHICKEN WITH CHERRY SAUCE
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1/3 cup dry red wine
3 Tbs brown sugar
2 Tbs red wine vinegar
2 Tbs orange juice
¼ tsp grated orange rind
2¼ cups pitted quartered sweet cherries (about 1 pound)
2 tsp cornstarch
2 tsp water
6 skinned chicken leg quarters (about 2½ lbs.)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
2 Tbs honey
2 Tbs fresh lemon juice

1. [...]

Glazed Chicken Drumsticks

GLAZED CHICKEN DRUMSTICKS
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3 lbs chicken drumsticks
3 Tbs soy sauce
2 Tbs honey
1 Tbs canola oil
1 Tbs chili sauce
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp ground ginger
1/8 tsp garlic powder

1. Wash the drumsticks and pat dry with paper towels. Place in ungreased baking dish.

2. Mix remaining ingredients in bowl with fork and pour over the [...]

Chicken Thighs with Thyme and Lemon

CHICKEN THIGHS WITH THYME AND LEMON
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½ tsp grated lemon rind
1½ cups fresh lemon juice (about 6 lemons)
¼ cup chopped fresh or 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
1 Tbs olive oil
2½ Tbs honey
16 skinless boneless chicken thighs (about 3 pounds)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

1. Place first 5 ingredients in a large zip- top plastic bag. [...]

Asian Barbecue Chicken

ASIAN BARBECUE CHICKEN
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¼ cup packed brown sugar
¼ cup low-sodium soy sauce
1 Tbs fresh lime juice
½ tsp crushed red pepper
¼ tsp curry powder
3 cloves garlic, minced
Eight 6-ounce chicken thighs, skinned
lime wedges
green onion tops

1. Combine first 6 ingredients (through garlic) in a large ziploc bag; add chicken. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 4 hours, [...]

Three Cheese Chicken Enchiladas

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THREE CHEESE CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

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1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
1½ Tbsp canola oil
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
1½ (10-ounce) cans ROTEL Diced Tomatoes & Green Chiles
¼ tsp salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
2 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
3 ounces crumbled feta or goat [...]

Thai- Pumpkin Chicken Satay

THAI- PUMPKIN CHICKEN SATAY
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1 cup canned pure pumpkin puree
2/3 cup evaporated milk
1/3 cup creamy or chunky peanut butter
2 whole green onions, chopped
2 cloves garlic, peeled
2 Tbs chopped fresh cilantro
2 Tbs fresh lime juice
1 Tbs soy sauce
2 tsp granulated sugar
1/8 to ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast meat, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 large [...]

Tex Mex Chicken and Rice Casserole

TEX MEX CHICKEN & RICE CASSEROLE
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1 cup chopped onion
2 Tbs butter or margarine
8 oz package chicken-flavored rice mix with vermicelli
1 cup long grain white rice
28 oz chicken broth (two 14oz. cans)
2 ½ cups water
4 cups cooked, chopped chicken breasts
4 medium tomatoes, chopped
4 oz can drained, diced green chilies
2 tsp dried basil, crushed
1 Tbs chili powder
¼ [...]

Tequila- Almond Chicken

TEQUILA- ALMOND CHICKEN
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4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves
½ tsp finely grated lime zest
2 Tbs fresh lime juice
1 Tbs tequila
1 large garlic clove, thinly sliced
½ cup blanched whole almonds (2½ ounces), chopped
¼ tsp ground cumin
salt
1 Tbs minced fresh chile (poblano or jalapeño)
1 small shallot, minced
1 Tbs + 1 tsp. olive oil
2 medium tomatoes, cored and cut [...]

Swiss Chicken Casserole

SWISS CHICKEN CASSEROLE
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6 chicken breasts, boneless/skinless
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup chicken broth
6 slices Swiss cheese, divided
1 can cream of mushroom soup
1 can cream of chicken soup
¼ cup milk
12 oz cornbread stuffing mix
½ lb cooked sausage
½ cup butter, melted

1. Lightly spray crock pot insert with nonstick cooking spray. Place chicken breasts in [...]

Spinach and Cheese Stuffed Chicken

SPINACH & CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN
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1 Tbs butter
4 oz mushrooms, finely chopped
10 oz package frozen, chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
6 oz reduced-fat cream cheese
1/3 cup chopped fresh chives
6 large chicken breast halves (boneless)
6 Tbs dijon mustard

1. Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Melt butter in skillet over medium heat. Add chopped mushrooms and [...]

Smothered Chicken

SMOTHERED CHICKEN
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1 large onion, diced
2 tsp olive oil
1 whole garlic head (unpeeled)
1 medium red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, diced
1 Tbs tomato paste
Four 6-ounce skinless boneless chicken breast halves
2 tsp paprika
coarse salt and ground pepper
3 Tbs reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice

1. In a 2-quart microwave-safe dish, toss onion with [...]

Sauteed Chicken with Tangy Tomato Sauce

SAUTEED CHICKEN WITH TANGY TOMATO SAUCE
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2 Tbs flour
½ tsp salt, divided
½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, divided
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb. total)
2 tsp olive oil
3 whole scallions, thinly sliced
2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup red wine vinegar
2/3 cup 99% fat-free chicken broth, low-sodium
1 medium tomato, coarsely chopped
2 Tbs tomato paste
1 medium yellow [...]

Sauteed Chicken with Olives, Capers and Roasted Lemons

SAUTEED CHICKEN W/ OLIVES, CAPERS & ROASTED LEMONS
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¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
2 medium lemons, sliced ¼-inch thick
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Four 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ cup pitted green Sicilian or Spanish olives, sliced
2 Tbs drained capers
1 cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
3 Tbs unsalted [...]

Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Mushroom- Madeira Sauce

SAUTEED CHICKEN BREASTS W/ MUSHROOM- MADEIRA SAUCE
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 Tbs vegetable oil
1 Tbs unsalted butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
½ lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
1/8 tsp dried thyme
¼ cup Madeira wine
¼ cup heavy whipping cream
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper

1. Pat chicken breasts dry, sprinkle with salt [...]

Sauteed Chicken Breasts with Artichokes and Olives

SAUTEED CHICKEN BREAST W/ ARTICHOKES & OLIVES
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4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt and pepper
2 Tbs olive oil
1 can artichokes, rinsed and drained
2 Tbs chopped shallots
½ cup dry white wine or chicken broth
1 Tbs freshly chopped rosemary (or 1 tsp. dried)
¾ cup pitted kalamata olives

1. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and sprinkle [...]

Santa Fe Chicken

SANTA FE CHICKEN
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2 Tbs butter
3 whole boneless, skinned chicken breasts
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
½ lb fresh mushrooms, sliced
¼ cup chicken broth
1 Tbs butter
1 medium onion, chopped
4 ounce can diced green chilies, drained and seeded
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbs flour
¾ cup chicken broth
½ cup plain yogurt or sour cream
½ cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
¼ cup pine [...]

Pollo Borracho

POLLO BORRACHO
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Four 6oz. boneless skinless chicken breasts
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup flour
2 Tbs butter
1 small onion, diced
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/3 lb ham, diced
½ tsp cumin seed
½ tsp dried sage
2 cups dry white wine
1 cup chicken broth
¼ cup capers, drained and rinsed

1. Rinse the chicken breasts and pat dry with paper towels; [...]

Peanut Chicken Bowl

PEANUT CHICKEN BOWL
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Two 3-ounce packages Oriental- flavored ramen noodles
3 cups cut up vegetables, such as broccoli florets, red pepper strips, halved pea pods and/or thinly sliced carrots
1¼ cups water
¼ cup peanut butter
¼ cup soy sauce
2 Tbs packed brown sugar
1 Tbs cornstarch
½ tsp crushed red pepper
2 cups chopped cooked chicken
8 ounce can sliced water chestnuts, drained
8 [...]

Oven- Fried Chicken with Andouille Sausage

OVEN- FRIED CHICKEN WITH ANDOUILLE SAUSAGE
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CHICKEN:
2 ounces andouille sausage, finely chopped
1 cup crisp rice cereal (not flakes)
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp sweet paprika
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 large cloves garlic, finely minced
1 large egg
Four 5-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast halves

SAUCE:
½ cup nonfat plain yogurt
1 Tbs minced [...]

Orange Scallion Chicken with Spinach and Couscous

ORANGE SCALLION CHICKEN W/ SPINACH & COUSCOUS
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1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
4 boneless chicken breast halves
2 tsp olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 package couscous
1/3 cup golden raisins
2 medium oranges
2 Tbs soy sauce
1/3 cup chopped scallions
1 bag spinach

1. Cook chicken, couscous and sauce simultaneously.

2. Couscous: Cook according to package directions. Mix in raisins [...]

Orange Chinese Chicken

ORANGE CHINESE CHICKEN
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2 tsp sesame oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Four 4oz. pieces)
salt to taste
15 ounce can mandarin oranges in light syrup
½ cup reduced-sodium, fat-free chicken broth
1 Tbs low-sodium soy sauce
2 tsp cornstarch

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Season both sides of chicken with salt and pepper; add [...]

Mediterranean Chicken

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKEN
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6 Tbs olive oil, divided
8 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (about 2½ lbs.)
1½ lbs assorted wild mushrooms (such as oyster, crimini and stemmed shiitake), sliced
1½ cups low-salt chicken broth
2/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives
3 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbs chopped shallot
1 Tbs drained capers
2 Tbs (¼ stick) chilled butter
1 cup teardrop [...]

Light Chicken Parmesan

LIGHT CHICKEN PARMESAN
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2 slices whole-wheat sandwich bread, torn into pieces
1 Tbs grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp olive oil
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 Tbs flour
1 large egg white
Four 6-8-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
¾ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella (3 ounces)
28 ounce can whole peeled tomatoes in purée
1 clove garlic, minced

1. Preheat oven [...]

Lemon Chicken Scaloppine in Pine Nut Parmesan Crust

LEMON CHICKEN SCALOPPINE IN PINE NUT PARMESAN CRUST
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 cup flour
2½ tsp salt, divided
1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
3 large eggs, lightly beaten
1½ cups dry breadcrumbs or panko
2 medium lemons
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup pine nuts, coarsely chopped
2 Tbs chopped fresh basil
2 Tbs butter (about)
2 Tbs extra- virgin olive oil [...]

Hoisin and Lime Marinated Grilled Chicken

HOISIN & LIME MARINATED GRILLED CHICKEN
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¼ cup hoisin sauce
1 Tbs grated peeled fresh ginger
2 Tbs low-sodium soy sauce
1 tsp grated lime rind
2 tsp dark sesame oil
½ tsp kosher salt
8 cloves garlic, minced
Six 6-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

1. Combine hoisin sauce, ginger, and next 5 ingredients (though garlic) in a large zip-top plastic [...]

Gruyere, Arugula and Prosciutto- Stuffed Chicken Breasts

GRUYERE, ARUGULA, & PROSCIUTTO- STUFFED CHICKEN BREASTS
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Six 4-ounce skinless boneless chicken breast halves
Six ½-ounce slices prosciutto
Six ½-ounce slices Gruyére cheese
1½ cups trimmed arugula (or spinach)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
3 Tbs all-purpose flour
1 Tbs olive oil

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray shallow baking pan with nonstick cooking spray.

2. Place chicken [...]

Grilled Chicken with Lemon and Oregano

GRILLED CHICKEN w/ LEMON & OREGANO
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1 Tbs grated lemon zest
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice (from 2 lemons)
¼ cup finely chopped fresh oregano (or 1 Tbsp. dried)
2 Tbs olive oil, plus more for grates
coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 boneless skinless breasts (about 6 ounces each)
4 medium lemons, halved crosswise
oregano sprigs for garnish (optional)
[...]

Feta- Topped Broiled Chicken

FETA- TOPPED BROILED CHICKEN
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RUB:
2 Tbs no-salt added tomato paste
1 tsp red wine vinegar
½ tsp dried rosemary
½ tsp dried oregano
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

CHICKEN:
4 skinless boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 lb. total)
1 large plum tomato, halved and thinly sliced
½ cup crumbled feta cheese (2 ounces)

1. In [...]

Garlic Chicken Stir- Fry

GARLIC CHICKEN STIR- FRY
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3 Tbs oil
1 lb boneless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces
4 cloves minced garlic
1 large red or green bell pepper, chopped
4 oz snow peas
¼ cup cashews
¼ cup green onions, sliced
½ cup chicken broth
2 Tbs soy sauce
1 Tbs cornstarch
½ tsp ground ginger

1. In large skillet, heat 2 T. oil over [...]

Garlic Chicken- Dijon Pizza

GARLIC CHICKEN- DIJON PIZZA
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One 12″ pizza crust
2 Tbs dijon mustard
1¼ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
1 cup cooked chicken, diced about ½” cubes
2 to 3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup red onions, chopped
10 to 12 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
½ large tomato, diced about ½” cubes
2 Tbs Parmesan cheese, grated

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees [...]

Drunken Chicken

DRUNKEN CHICKEN
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4 whole chicken breasts, boneless, skinless and halved
salt and pepper to taste
1 cup flour
2 Tbs olive oil
2 Tbs butter
1 large onion, finely chopped
2 Tbs fresh parsley, minced
16 oz canned diced tomatoes
½ tsp ground cinnamon
¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup sherry or vermouth
½ cup golden raisins
½ cup slivered almonds

1. [...]

Deluxe Chicken and Shrimp

DELUXE CHICKEN AND SHRIMP
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¼ cup chopped onion
2 Tbs butter
2 Tbs vegetable oil
¼ cup flour
¾ tsp paprika
3 cups half and half cream
2/3 cup dry sherry
6 tsp chicken bouillon (crushed into granules)
1 ½ tsp dried thyme or tarragon
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
3 cups cubed, cooked chicken
24 large raw shrimp
½ lb sliced mushrooms
1 Tbs fresh lemon juice
4 cups [...]

Croissant Chicken

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CROISSANT CHICKEN

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3 ounces cream cheese (low fat is fine)
3 Tbsp melted butter, divided
2 cups cooked chicken breasts or thighs, cubed
salt & pepper
2 [...]

Crockpot Pineapple Chicken

CROCKPOT PINEAPPLE CHICKEN
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6 whole chicken breast halves without skin
1 dash pepper
paprika to taste
One 20-ounce can pineapple tidbits in juice
2 Tbs dijon mustard
2 Tbs soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced

Arrange chicken in bottom of crockpot. Sprinkle with pepper and paprika. In a small bowl, combine drained pineapple tidbits, mustard and soy sauce. Pour over chicken. Add minced [...]

Crispy Chicken Fingers with Honey- Mustard Dipping Sauce

CRISPY CHICKEN FINGERS WITH HONEY- MUSTARD DIPPING SAUCE
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SAUCE:
½ cup dijon mustard
6 Tbs honey
salt and pepper

CHICKEN:
1 cup flour
2 large eggs, beaten
3 cups panko (Japanese-style breadcrumbs)
1½ lbs chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch strips
salt and ground black pepper
¾ cup vegetable or canola oil

1. Prepare sauce: Mix mustard and honey together until smooth. Season with [...]

Creamy Lemon Chicken with Toasted Almonds

CREAMY LEMON CHICKEN WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
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6 boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ cup flour
2 large eggs
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 cups breadcrumbs
1 ½ cups toasted almonds, finely chopped or ground
2 Tbs unsalted butter
2 Tbs vegetable oil

SAUCE:
2 Tbs fresh lemon juice
1 Tbs dijon mustard
½ cup heavy whipping cream

1. Rinse chicken and pat dry. [...]

Cranberry Chicken

CRANBERRY CHICKEN
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1 cup bottled French Salad Dressing
1 package dried onion soup mix
1 can whole berry cranberry sauce
8 boneless chicken breasts

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

2. Mix dressing, soup mix and cranberry sauce in large covered casserole dish. Add chicken and turn to coat.

3. Bake for 30 minutes. [...]

Chili- Rubbed Chicken with Avocado- Mango Salsa

CHILI- RUBBED CHICKEN WITH AVOCADO- MANGO SALSA
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4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (about 1¾ lbs. total)
¼ cup tomato paste
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp garlic powder
3 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 medium mango (about 1 lb.), peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
1 medium avocado, peeled and diced into ½-inch pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, cored, seeded, [...]

Chicken with Lime Butter

CHICKEN WITH LIME BUTTER
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6 medium boneless chicken breasts
½ tsp salt
½ tsp pepper
2 Tbs canola oil
1 large lime
6 Tbs butter
1 tsp fresh dill weed
½ tsp chopped chives

1. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt and pepper. In 12″ skillet over medium heat, cook chicken breasts in hot oil until fork tender and browned on both [...]

Chicken with Lemon- Caper Sauce

CHICKEN WITH LEMON- CAPER SAUCE
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¼ tsp salt, divided
¼ tsp pepper, divided
Four 4-ounce skinned, boned chicken breast halves
1 Tbs olive oil
1/3 cup extra-dry vermouth
3 Tbs fresh lemon juice
1½ Tbs capers
1 Tbs chopped fresh parsley

1. Sprinkle 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper over chicken. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet coated with [...]

Chicken Stir Fry with Asparagus and Cashews

CHICKEN STIR FRY W/ ASPARAGUS & CASHEWS
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½ cup raw cashews
1½ lbs skinless, boneless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces
2 Tbs Asian fish sauce
2 Tbs vegetable oil
½ cup chicken stock or low-sodium broth
1 lb asparagus, sliced on the diagonal (1-inch thick)
1 Tbs oyster sauce
1 Tbs fresh lime juice
1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
½ cup chopped fresh basil
¼ [...]

Chicken Saltimbocca

CHICKEN SALTIMBOCCA
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Six ¼-pound chicken cutlets
1 Tbs minced fresh sage leaves, or 1 tsp. dried
¼ tsp salt
6 thin slices prosciutto (about 2 ounces)
¼ lb sharp provolone cheese, cut into 6 thin slices
1 Tbs olive oil
1 tsp butter
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/3 cup Marsala

1. Lightly pound the cutlets between 2 sheet of wax paper with a [...]

Chicken Riojana

CHICKEN RIOJANA
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3 lbs boneless chicken, cut into 8 serving pieces
½ cup flour
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 sprigs parsley, minced
4 red peppers, seeded and cut into strips lengthwise
1 large onion, cut in half and sliced
8 oz chorizo sausage, cut into slices
1 cup dry white wine
8 small asparagus
salt and pepper to taste

1. [...]

Chicken Paillard with Fresh Fig Salad and Blue Cheese

CHICKEN PAILLARD W/ FRESH FIG SALAD & BLUE CHEESE
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VINAIGRETTE:
3 Tbs honey
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium shallot, chopped
1 Tbs sherry vinegar
½ medium lemon, juiced
1 tsp chopped fresh tarragon
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

CHICKEN:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs.)
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
½ lb pancetta
extra virgin olive oil
¼ lb blue [...]

Chicken with Almond Butter

CHICKEN WITH ALMOND BUTTER
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½ cup ground almonds
2 Tbs flour
2 Tbs unsalted butter, at room temperature
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
½ tsp lemon zest
1 Tbs fresh lemon juice
½ tsp worcestershire sauce
4 chicken breasts, boneless/skinless
¼ cup slivered almonds

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

2. Blend almonds, flour and butter until smooth. Add [...]

Chicken Fajitas

CHICKEN FAJITAS
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MARINADE:
2 Tbs tabasco sauce
2 Tbs ground cumin
1 tsp ground allspice
2 Tbs chili powder
1 Tbs freshly chopped oregano
1 Tbs freshly chopped thyme
½ bottle beer
extra-virgin olive oil

MAIN:
1½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
extra-virgin olive oil
1 large Spanish onion, cut into ½-inch strips
1 large red bell pepper, seeded and cut into ½-inch strips
1 large green bell pepper, [...]

Chicken Enchilada Casserole

CHICKEN ENCHILADA CASSEROLE
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1 ¼ lbs skinless boneless chicken breasts
1 ½ cups onions, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup beer
¼ tsp ground red pepper
28 oz can chopped tomatoes, drained
½ cup green onions, thinly sliced (divided)
Two 2 ¼ oz can sliced olives, drained (divided)
Two 4oz. cans chopped green chilies, drained
5 Tbs flour
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground cumin
¼ tsp [...]

Chicken Breasts with Pineapple- Tequila Marinade

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH PINEAPPLE- TEQUILA MARINADE
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MARINADE:
2/3 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
1/3 cup tequila
2 Tbs dark brown sugar, packed
2 Tbs achiote paste
2 Tbs ketchup
1 Tbs fresh lime juice
1 Tbs habanero hot sauce
1 Tbs soy sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced

CHICKEN:
4 breasts chicken, trimmed of fat (about 2 lbs.)
salt and pepper to taste

1. In a 13×9-inch [...]

Chicken Breasts with Curried Apple Stuffing

CHICKEN BREAST WITH CURRIED APPLE STUFFING
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2 tsp vegetable oil, divided
¼ cup finely chopped onion
2 Tbs finely chopped celery
1¾ cups peeled, chopped Granny Smith apple (about ¾ pound)
1¾ tsp curry powder, divided
¼ cup golden raisins
½ tsp minced garlic
10½ oz can low-salt chicken broth, divided
Four 4-ounce skinned, boned chicken breast halves
¾ cup apple juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 [...]

Chicken Breasts with Citrus- Garlic Marinade

CHICKEN BREASTS WITH CITRUS- GARLIC MARINADE
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2 Tbs finely minced orange zest
¾ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
½ cup red wine vinegar
¼ cup honey
1 Tbs dijon mustard
6 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup minced green onions (white and green parts)
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
¼ tsp hot red pepper flakes
1 tsp salt
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1½ lbs.)
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Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Goat Cheese and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED W/ GOAT CHEESE & SUN-DRIED TOMATOES
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CHICKEN:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
½ cup goat cheese
4 Tbs sun-dried tomatoes, in oil
2 Tbs pine nuts
2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 basil leaves, shredded, or use 1 t. dried
salt and pepper to taste
1 large egg, beaten
½ cup dried breadcrumbs
2 Tbs unsalted butter, melted

SAUCE:
3 Tbs butter
½ lb mushrooms, [...]

Chicken Breasts in Phyllo

CHICKEN BREASTS IN PHYLLO
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1 ½ cups mayonnaise
1 cup chopped green onion
1/3 cup lemon juice
2 cloves minced garlic
2 tsp dried tarragon
12 chicken breast halves, skinless/boneless
salt and pepper
24 sheets phyllo dough
1 1/3 cups melted butter
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

2. In medium bowl, combine mayo, green onion, lemon [...]

Chicken Breasts Diane

CHICKEN BREASTS DIANE
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4 large boneless chicken breast halves
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
2 Tbs olive oil
2 Tbs butter
3 Tbs chopped green onions
juice of 1 lime
2 Tbs brandy (optional)
3 Tbs chopped parsley
2 tsp dijon mustard
¼ cup chicken broth

1. Place chicken breast halves between sheets of waxed paper or plastic wrap. Pound slightly with mallet. [...]

Chicken, Asparagus, and Lemon Cream Stir-Fry

CHICKEN, ASPARAGUS, & LEMON CREAM STIR-FRY
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1 lb asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut on diagonal in 2-inch lengths
2 tsp olive oil
½ cup finely chopped shallots
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into ½-inch wide strips
½ cup canned, sliced water chestnuts, drained
¾ cup 99% fat-free chicken broth, reduced-sodium
½ tsp grated lemon zest
1 Tbs fresh lemon juice
1 [...]

Cashew Chicken

CASHEW CHICKEN
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2 Tbs soy sauce
2 Tbs dry sherry
1 large egg white
pinch of salt
1 tsp cornstarch
4 large skinless, boneless breasts
¼ cup raw cashews
½ cup sliced celery
¼ cup chicken broth
½ cup vegetable oil
1 Tbs minced fresh ginger
½ cup sliced water chestnuts

1. In medium bowl, combine 1 T. soy sauce with wine, egg white, salt [...]

Barbecued Chicken Pizza

BARBECUED CHICKEN PIZZA
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½ cup barbecue sauce (Bullseye works well)
1 cup cooked chicken, diced about ½” cubes
One 12″ pizza crust
2 Tbs olive oil
1¼ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
½ cup red onions, chopped
2 Tbs fresh cilantro, chopped

1. Mix bbq sauce and chicken and allow to marinate for a few minutes, or even up to 24 [...]

Baked Chicken Parmesan

BAKED CHICKEN PARMESAN
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1/3 cup + 2 tsp. plain dried breadcrumbs
½ tsp salt, divided
½ tsp dried oregano, divided
½ tsp dried basil, divided
½ tsp black pepper, divided
12 ounces skinless boneless chicken breasts, pounded thin
1 large egg white, beaten
1 Tbs + 1 tsp. olive oil
2 cups sliced zucchini
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1½ cups tomato sauce
1/8 tsp. [...]

Baked Chicken Breasts Stuffed with Zucchini and Goat Cheese

BAKED CHICKEN BREASTS STUFFED W/ZUCCHINI & GOAT CHEESE
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1 lb zucchini
salt
2 Tbs extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for brushing
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 ounces crumbled goat cheese, at room temperature
3 Tbs unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 large egg
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
4 bone-in skin-on chicken breast halves (about 12 ounces each)
Herbes de Provence for sprinkling
[...]

Asparagus and Chicken Enchiladas

ASPARAGUS & CHICKEN ENCHILADAS
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½ cup butter
½ cup flour
3 cups chicken broth
8 oz sour cream
½ cup green taco sauce
Twelve 8″ flour tortillas
3 cups cooked shredded chicken
½ cup finely chopped onion
12 oz grated Monterey Jack cheese
2 ½ lbs fresh asparagus, trimmed and cooked
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. [...]

Artichoke and Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken

ARTICHOKE & GOAT CHEESE STUFFED CHICKEN
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14 ounce can artichoke bottoms
½ cup (2 ounces) crumble goat or feta cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh chives, divided
1½ tsp chopped fresh thyme, divided
1½ tsp grated lemon peel, divided
Eight 4-ounce skinned, boned chicken breast halves
¼ tsp pepper
2 tsp olive oil, divided
1 tsp cornstarch
2 Tbs fresh lemon juice

1. Drain [...]

Apricot- Balsamic Chicken

APRICOT- BALSAMIC CHICKEN
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1 tsp vegetable oil
½ cup chopped red onion
1½ tsp minced fresh thyme
½ tsp salt, divided
4 chicken breasts, skinless/boneless
1/3 cup apricot preserves
2 Tbs balsamic vinegar
¼ tsp black pepper

1. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion; sauté 5 minutes.

2. Sprinkle thyme and ¼ t. [...]

Apple- Thyme Chicken

APPLE- THYME CHICKEN
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4 large boneless skinless breasts (about 2 lbs.)
butter flavored cooking spray
salt and pepper to taste
1 medium Granny Smith apple, cored and thinly sliced
1 minced shallot
1 Tbs fresh thyme leaves
¼ cup balsamic vinegar

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Lightly spray 9×13″ dish with cooking spray.

2. Rinse chicken breasts [...]

Apple- Spinach Chicken

APPLE SPINACH CHICKEN
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2 tsp vegetable oil
Four 4-ounce skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 clove garlic, minced (about ½ tsp.)
1 Tbs spicy brown mustard
½ cup apple cider
1 medium Granny Smith apple, cored and sliced
6 cups fresh baby spinach or chopped Swiss chard

1. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet [...]

Amaretto Chicken

AMARETTO CHICKEN
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24 oz boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
2 tsp curry powder
¼ cup flour
2 Tbs butter
3 cups sliced mushrooms
1 clove garlic, minced
3 Tbs Amaretto
2 Tbs fresh lime juice
1 cup chicken broth

1. Sprinkle chicken breasts with salt, pepper and curry powder and rub in well. Coat with flour (reserving the rest [...]

Chicken & Shrimp Won Tons w/ Chili Sweet & Sour Sauce

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CHICKEN & SHRIMP WON TONS W/ CHILI SWEET & SOUR SAUCE

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WONTON FILLING INGREDIENTS:
¾ lb raw chicken, diced
¾ lb shrimp, [...]

Hot Chicken Enchilada Dip

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HOT CHICKEN ENCHILADA DIP

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2 (10 ounce) cans Rotel tomatoes with Chiles, drained
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, at room temperature
1 cup [...]

Easy Chicken Santa Fe

EASY CHICKEN SANTA FE
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One 15 ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
One small bag frozen sweet corn (or 2 cans, rinsed and drained)
1 cup bottled chunky salsa
6 skinless chicken thighs (or 6 skinless chicken breasts- see tips below)
One 8 ounce package cream cheese (low fat is fine), cut into chunks
1 cup shredded cheddar

1. In [...]

Chicken with Pumpkinseed Pesto and Butternut Sauce

CHICKEN W/ PUMPKINSEED PESTO & BUTTERNUT SAUCE
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PUMPKINSEED PESTO:
1 cup raw, hulled pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
2 Tbs olive oil
3 to 4 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium jalapeño chilies, seeded and coarsely chopped
3/4 cup chicken broth

BUTTERNUT SAUCE:
1 large leek, washed thoroughty & sliced (white & pale green parts only)
1 lb butternut squash (peeled & seeds scooped out), cut into [...]

Lemon Parmigiano Chicken

LEMON PARMIGIANO CHICKEN
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juice of one lemon
1/4 cup dry vermouth
1 tsp dijon mustard
2 Tbs butter, melted
1 tsp rubbed sage
1 clove garlic, minced
8 small chicken thighs
3 Tbs freshly grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

1. Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray baking dish with nonstick spray.

2. Whisk together lemon juice, vermouth, mustard, butter, sage and garlic. [...]

Mojito- Marinated Chicken Breasts

MOJITO- MARINATED CHICKEN BREASTS
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MARINADE:
¾ cup fresh lime juice
½ cup light rum
½ cup finely chopped fresh mint leaves
6 Tbs mint syrup (see cooking tips below)
1 Tbs vegetable oil

6 whole chicken breast halves with skin & bones (about 5 lbs)
3 large limes, quartered lengthwise
2 Tbsp. light rum
fresh mint sprigs for garnish, optional

1. Marinate chicken: [...]

Chicken Croissants

CHICKEN CROISSANTS
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1 cup mayonnaise
2 Tbs fresh orange juice
½ tsp curry powder
½ tsp salt
2 cups diced cooked chicken breasts
2 medium apples, diced
8 oz crushed pineapple or tidbits, well drained
¼ cup golden raisins
2 Tbs chutney, chopped
6 medium croissants, split

1. In medium bowl, stir mayonnaise, orange juice, curry powder, and salt until well blended.

2. [...]

Chicken- Vegetable Pasta Salad with Pecans

CHICKEN- VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD W/ PECANS
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½ lb vermicelli
1 cup garlic-based vinaigrette dressing, divided
10 fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 cup broccoli florets, blanched
10 oz package frozen peas, cooked and drained
12 grape tomatoes
2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/3 cup chopped fresh basil
1/3 cup chopped pecans, toasted

1. Cook pasta until al dente; drain.

2. In [...]

Chicken Pasta Salad

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CHICKEN PASTA SALAD
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16 oz bow tie pasta, cooked and drained

CHICKEN:
4 large chicken breast halves, boneless, skinless
¼ cup chopped onion
1 tsp rosemary
1 clove chopped garlic

DRESSING
¾ [...]

Mandarin Chicken Spinach Salad

MANDARIN CHICKEN SPINACH SALAD
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DRESSING:
4 Tbs soy sauce
4 Tbs rice wine vinegar
2 Tbs sesame oil
6 Tbs canola oil
2 tsp granulated sugar
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tsp toasted sesame seeds

SALAD:
8 bunches fresh spinach
4 Tbs toasted sesame seeds
3 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups thinly sliced radishes
1 lb fresh sliced mushrooms
1 lb cooked, crumbled bacon
2 [...]