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As any cook’ll tell ya, cooking is about a whole lot more than food

  • 2 (10-ounce) packages frozen chopped broccoli
  • 6 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
  • 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 (8-ounce) package sliced mushrooms
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 (10 3/4-ounce) can condensed fat-free low-sodium Cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup light mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt
  • 2/3 cup + 2 tablespoons
  • freshly grated Parmesan cheese, preferably Parmigiano-Reggiano, divided
  • 1 teaspoon curry powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
3.7/5 (104 Votes)

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In a large skillet heat the olive oil over medium-low heat

  • Sauce:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pound boneless chicken breasts, cut into cubes
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • coarse salt and fresh black pepper
  • 2 (14 ounce) cans (or frozen) artichoke hearts, well-drained
  • 2 cups ricotta Cheese
  • 2 cups fresh shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley
  • 3 cups fresh baby spinach leaves, stems removed
  • 1 pound lasagna noodles, preferably fresh
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • dash of nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • coarse salt and fresh black pepper
4.1/5 (47 Votes)

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Super easy and very tasty

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cans (12 oz each) evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1 lb uncooked ziti pasta
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can (14 oz) Progresso™ artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
  • 6 oz shredded Parmesan cheese (about 1-1/2 cups)
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons (about 2/3 cup)
  • 2 Tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups baby spinach (5-oz package)
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper, if desired
4.4/5 (25 Votes)

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Chicken Parmesan Bake

  • 4 slice bacon, chopped
  • 2 Tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup half & half
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • pinch ground cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp fresh ground black pepper
  • 8-oz shredded Italian cheese blend
  • 5-oz shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 8-oz pre-cooked chicken, diced
  • 2 cup frozen peas
  • 16-oz box frozen cheese pierogies
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
4.5/5 (20 Votes)

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Oven Fried Chicken Legs and Thighs is the lightened up recipe that you've been looking for

  • FOR COATING:
  • 8 chicken legs
  • 8 chicken thighs
  • 2 cups milk
  • olive oil for drizzling
  • 1 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 1/2 cups cornmeal
  • 1 1/2 cups instant potato flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
4.5/5 (21 Votes)

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GETTING READY 1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients for the chicken marinade with the boneless c...

  • FOR THE CHICKEN MARINADE
  • Boneless chicken 1 Pound, diced
  • Eggs 1 Medium, beaten
  • All purpose flour 1 Cup
  • Garlic powder/Crushed garlic 2 Teaspoon
  • Soy sauce 2 Teaspoon
  • Red chili powder 1⁄2 Teaspoon
  • Salt To Taste
  • FOR DEEP FRYING THE MARINATED CHICKEN
  • Oil As needed for deep frying
  • FOR THE GRAVY SAUCE
  • Honey 2 Teaspoon (Adjust as per your preference to sweetness)
  • White vinegar 2 Teaspoon
  • Soy sauce 2 Teaspoon
  • Chili flakes 1 Teaspoon
  • Cornflour 1 Tablespoon
  • REST OF THE INGREDIENTS FOR THE GARLIC CHICKEN
  • Sesame oil 1 Tablespoon
  • Green chilies 2 Medium, sliced
  • Crushed garlic 4 Teaspoon
  • Assorted vegetables 1 Cup (16 tbs), chopped (Mushrooms, broccoli and bell peppers recommended along with other vegetables of your choice)
  • Salt To Taste
  • Water
4.5/5 (20 Votes)

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Chicken thighs should be skinless

  • 1/2 cup white wine dry
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 cup orange juice fresh
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice fresh
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 tablespoons thyme leaves fresh, minced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon ginger fresh, minced
  • 1 teaspoon cumin ground
  • 1 each jalapeño pepper seeded, chopped, optional
  • 8 each chicken thighs skinless
4.4/5 (21 Votes)

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A marinara sauce based comfort food casserole combining the flavors of chicken, sausage, mushrooms and pasta

  • 2 sprays cooking spray
  • 12 ounces uncooked whole-wheat pasta, rotini suggested (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil, extra-virgin
  • 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated, Parmigiano-Reggiano suggested
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 8 ounces cooked chicken sausage, Italian-variety, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium yellow pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium uncooked, onion, chopped
  • 1 pound fresh mushroom, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 4 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cups part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
4.4/5 (27 Votes)

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1. Remove the tips of the wings and discard (or save for stock making day)

  • 1 Family Pack of Chicken Wings
  • 1/2 c Italian dressing, divided
  • 1/2 c Soy Sauce, divided
  • 2 Gallon sized plastic storage bags
  • Heavy aluminum foil
  • Cooking spray
  • 4 Tbs butter, melted
  • 3 Tbs Franks Hot Sauce
4.1/5 (50 Votes)

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Packed full of flavor and goodness, these Chicken Spinach and Cannellini Bean Quesadillas have a creamy and slightl...

  • 1 1/2 -2 cups seasoned, cooked and diced chicken breast meat
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1 banana pepper, diced
  • Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 (heaping) TBSP all purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup chicken broth
  • 4 cups fresh baby spinach, stems removed, coarsely chopped
  • 1 (15.5-ounce) can of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
  • Cooking spray
  • Flour tortillas
  • Shredded cheese (Monterey Jack, cheddar or a combination of the two works well here)
  • Avocados, diced
  • Fat free sour cream
4.5/5 (15 Votes)

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1.Whisk together all of the Buffalo Marinade ingredients in a medium bowl

  • 2-3 chicken breasts (approx. 1 pound), pounded thin
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Buffalo Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Frank's hot WINGS Sauce (NOT their regular hot sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • Buffalo Glaze
  • Reserved marinade (in directions)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
4.3/5 (35 Votes)

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1. Preheat oven to 400F. 2

  • 2 (6-inch) flatbreads (or one 12-inch)
  • 1 clove roasted garlic
  • 2 heaping tbsps. pesto
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 2 heaping tbsps. shredded parmesan
4.3/5 (17 Votes)

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