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HONEY GARLIC CHICKEN

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A 5-ingredient, 15-minute honey garlic chicken recipe with an addictive sauce! Prep Time 5 minutes Cook Time 10 minutes Total Time 15 minutes Serves 4 servings     ADJUST SERVINGS INGREDIENTS 2 teaspoons olive oil (or canola oil) 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes (about 1/2 inch) Salt and black pepper 3 tablespoons honey 3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, adjust for heat) For serving (optional): brown rice, sliced green onions, sesame seeds, lime wedges to squeeze over chicken INSTRUCTIONS Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly season the cubed chicken with salt and pepper. (Go easy because the soy sauce has plenty of sodium.) Add the chicken to the skillet and brown on one side, about 3-4 minutes. Meanwhile, make the glaze. Whisk the honey, soy sauce, garlic and red pepper flakes, if using, in a small bowl until w...

BALSAMIC CHICKEN, STRAWBERRY, & APPLE SALAD

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Juicy balsamic chicken, strawberry, and apple salad topped with creamy balsamic dressing, feta cheese, and chopped pecans. Prep time      5 mins Cook time     20 mins Total time     25 mins  SERVES:     3-4 INGREDIENTS 3-4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded to even thickness salt and pepper to taste 1 cup The Marzetti® Brand Simply Dressed Balsamic Vinaigrette salad dressing, divided 6-8 cups baby spinach 1 apple, thinly sliced (any yellow-red apple will do great, I used fuji) 1½ cups sliced strawberries ⅓ cup feta cheese crumbles ¼ cup chopped pecans INSTRUCTIONS Season chicken on both sides with salt and pepper. Brush chicken on both sides with some of the balsamic dressing. Cook chicken on the stove in a greased skillet or on the grill over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side until cooked through. Brush again with balsamic dressing on both sides and cook another 1-2 minutes. Tran...

Spanish-style chicken bake

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At just 370 calories per serving, you'd think this dish would be lacking in flavour - far from it! The powerful flavours of paprika and chorizo give the chicken a lovely Spanish twist. Serves 4 Prep time 15 minutes Cooking time 1 hour Calories 370 per serving INGREDIENTS 1 medium onion, cut into 8 wedges 1 medium red onion, cut into 8 wedges 500g new potatoes, quartered lengthways 8 whole garlic cloves, unpeeled 8 medium tomatoes, quartered 75g chorizo 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs ½tsp sweet smoked paprika ½tsp dried oregano 1 green pepper, deseeded and cut into strips Flaked sea salt Freshly ground black pepper METHOD Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F/Gas Mark 6. Put the onions, potatoes, garlic and tomatoes in a large roasting tin and season with sea salt and lots of freshly ground black pepper. Toss everything together lightly and roast for 20 minutes. While the vegetables are roasting, skin the chorizo and cut the meat into thin slices – 5...

Instant Pot Chicken Breast

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This Instant Pot shredded chicken breast recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and the flavors are completely customizable! Prep Time   20 mins Cook Time  10 mins Total Time   30 mins Ingredients Servings: 6 Calories: 180 kcal 6 Chicken Breasts fresh or frozen 3/4 cup Water 3 Cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Chili powder 1 teaspoon Ground cumin 1 teaspoon Dried oregano 1 teaspoon Salt 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper Instructions Add all ingredients to an electric pressure cooker, lock the lid, and set the valve to "sealing" Set the timer for 10 minutes.  When finished cooking, let naturally release for 10 minutes.  Release the rest of the pressure using "quick release" and, after the pin drops, carefully remove the lid. Using 2 forks or a hand mixer, shred the chicken.   Serve in chicken taco salads or burrito bowls.   Recipe Notes If you want chicken that has a more neutral flavor, omit the cumin a...

Chicken Stuffed Potato Bombs

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Nothing says fiesta like chicken-stuffed potato bombs. Crispy, cheesy and perfect for dunking into zesty salsa. INGREDIENTS 8 medium potatoes, peeled and roughly chopped Water to boil potatoes 1 teaspoon chili pepper Salt and pepper 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup onions, diced 1 cup bell pepper, diced 6 chicken thighs, diced 2 teaspoons chili powder 2 teaspoons ground cumin Mexican cheese mix 3 eggs 2 cups breadcrumbs Vegetable oil for frying Salsa INSTRUCTIONS B ring water to a boil, add the roughly chopped potatoes. Boil until potatoes are tender. Drain, then season with salt, pepper and 1 teaspoon of chili pepper; mash. Set aside to cool. H eat skillet with vegetable oil. Add minced garlic, onions, and bell pepper. Cook until onions are translucent. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, chili powder and cumin. Cook until chicken is done. Set aside to cool. G rab a handful of the mashed potatoes and form a patty. T...

Hawaiian Huli Huli Grilled Chicken Wings Recipe

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Sticky, sweet, smoky, and tangy, these chicken wings get their flavor from an easy-to-make Hawaiian marinade. They're grilled until tender and brushed with glaze, and they're as great for a barbecue as they are for game day. YIELD:  Serves 3 as an appetizer or 6 as a snack ACTIVE TIME:  45 minutes TOTAL TIME:  1 hour 45 minutes Ingredients 3 pounds (1.4kg) chicken wings 1 cup (240ml) unsweetened pineapple juice 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce 1/2 cup (100g) light brown sugar, lightly packed 1/4 cup (2 ounces) homemade chicken stock or low-sodium store-bought broth 1-inch piece ginger root (1/4 ounce; 7g), peeled and finely grated 2 medium cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon (5ml) sriracha chili sauce Thinly sliced scallions (white and light green parts only), for garnish Grilled pineapple wedges, for serving (optional) Directions 1. Place chicken wings in a large zipper-lock freezer bag. Set aside. 2. In a medium bowl, whisk together pineapple...

Jerk chicken with fruity caribbean slaw

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A tasty recipe that’s pure Caribbean sunshine. Serves: 4 Cook time: Ready in about 35 minutes, plus 3-4 hours' marinating time Ready in: Over 60 Minutes Ingredients 12 skinless chicken drumsticks 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 2 tbsp jerk seasoning 2 tbsp tomato purée 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 1 Scotch Bonnet chilli, deseeded and finely chopped 1 tbsp dark soy sauce Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 lime wedges, to serve For the slaw: 200g roasted red peppers in brine from a jar, drained and roughly chopped 1 carrot, peeled and shredded 1 red onion, thinly sliced 200g each mango and pineapple flesh, cut into bite-size cubes 1 tsp jerk seasoning Finely grated zest and juice of 1 lime A small handful of fresh fl at-leaf parsley, finely chopped, to garnish method Put the chicken drumsticks, vinegar, jerk seasoning, tomato purée, garlic, chilli and soy sauce in a food bag, season, seal and shake to mix well. Marinate in the fridge for 3-4...

Diet cola chicken

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Diet cola chicken is one of Slimming World's most popular and versatile dishes. Don't miss this tasty recipe video to see how quick and easy it is... ingredients Serves: 4 Cook time: Ready in under an hour Ready in: 30-60 Minutes Low calorie cooking spray 1 onion, finely chopped 1 red pepper, 1 yellow and 1 green pepper, chopped into chunks 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped 4 skinless chicken breasts, cut into pieces 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce 4 tbsp tomato purée 8 tbsp passata with onions and garlic 1 tbsp dark soy sauce/tamari 1 tsp dried mixed herbs 330ml can diet cola 200ml chicken stock 200g sugar snap peas method Place a large pan sprayed with low calorie cooking spray over a high heat. Add the chicken, peppers and onion and stir-fry for 4-5 minutes, or until lightly browned. Add the diet cola, stock, passata, tomato purée, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce and dried mixed herbs and stir well. Bring to the boil, cover, reduce the heat...

Apricot Chicken

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A beautiful dish served with rice or vegetables. Ingredients    PREP TIME      00:15 COOK TIME    01:40 SERVES          4 6 (fillets) chicken thighs skin off 90 g French onion soup mix 2 x 420 g apricot nectar 1 cup plain flour to coat Method Using non stick cooking spray, coat a baking or casserole dish. Coat the chicken thigh fillets in flour and place in dish. In a large jug combine the soup packets and apricot nectar and pour over chicken. Cover and bake at 180C for no longer than 90 minutes. Source:www.bestrecipes.com

Chicken Piccata Pasta

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You'll love the lemony butter sauce on this killer chicken pasta. Ingredients                                              YIELDS: 4  SERVINGS 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped into large 1" pieces kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. flour extra-virgin olive oil 2 tbsp. butter 2 garlic cloves, minced 1/4 c. dry white wine 1/2 c. chicken stock 1/4 c. Heavy cream (optional) Juice of 1 lemon 1/4 c. capers, drained 8 oz. angel hair, cooked 1/2 c. finely grated Parmesan 2 tbsp. Chopped flat-leaf parsley Directions PREP TIME: 0:05 TOTAL TIME: 0:20 Season chicken with salt and pepper, then dredge the pieces in flour. Shake off excess flour. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, working in batches, and sauté until chicken is cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Wipe the s...

Creamy Lemon Chicken

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The lemon cream sauce is everything. Ingredients                                                                    YIELDS: 4 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 tbsp. butter 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp. low-sodium chicken broth 1 small shallot, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tbsp. fresh thyme leaves, plus more for garnish 4 red potatoes, thinly sliced into rounds 1/4 c. lemon juice 1/4 c. heavy cream 1 large lemon, halved and thinly sliced Directions PREP TIME: 0:25 TOTAL TIME: 0:25 In a large skillet over medium heat, heat pan. Add oil and butter. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper. Cook until deeply golden, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. Add chicken broth to skillet and deglaze pan, scraping up any brown bits with the...