Category: Recipes

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Sweet and Sour Chicke

Our take saves 446 calories, 22 grams of fat, and 1,260 milligrams of sodium over one serving of a leading chain’s sweet and sour chicken. Ingredients 2 large egg whites 4 teaspoons cornstarch, divided 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 6 tablespoons unsalted ketchup 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons cider vinegar […]

Mexican Stew with Garlicky Bread Crumbs

Prep this stew before leaving for the day. Let the slow cooker do the work for you, and a delicious Mexican-inspired meal will be ready when you return. Serve stew topped with panko mixture and garnish with cilantro, if desired. Ingredients 1/4 cup canola oil 6 chicken legs (about 2 lbs.) 3 poblano peppers, sliced 8 ounces cooked […]

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Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad

All the fresh flavors of summer come together in Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad. The homemade buttermilk dressing balances the heat of the chicken and completes the meal. Ingredients 1/4 cup nonfat buttermilk 3 tablespoons canola mayonnaise 2 tablespoons minced fresh flat-leaf parsley 1 tablespoon minced shallots 1 teaspoon minced fresh thyme 1 teaspoon cider […]

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Baked Chicken and Rice With Black Beans

Online reviewers give this recipe five stars for being an easy weeknight dish. Because it’s brimming with veggies in addition to the rice, chicken, beans and cheese, it really is a one-dish meal. Ingredients 1 (10-oz.) package yellow rice mix 1 cup chopped onion 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/2 cup chopped carrot 1 […]

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Chicken Stir-Fry with Peanut Sauce

Save time, money, and calories by making this simple stir-fry in the comfort of your own kitchen. Want more for later? Try doubling the batch of peanut sauce and using it as a dip for grilled chicken kebabs tomorrow night! Ingredients 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil, divided 1 pound chicken cutlets, trimmed 2 cups broccoli florets 1 large red bell […]

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Crispy Baked Cod

This 30-minute cod is baked, not fried, but still has a satisfyingly crispy, crunchy crust. Try baked white potatoes or sweet potatoes, cooked in the microwave to save time, on the side. Ingredients 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 cup panko or regular bread crumbs 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley 1 teaspoon […]

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Chicken-and-Veggie Stir-fry

Colorful and flavorful chicken and vegetable stir-fry is a delight for the eyes as well as the taste buds with its vibrant array of yellow squash, red bell pepper, broccolini and green onions. No time to cook? Busy weeknights are no match for this stir-fry. In just 30-minutes start to finish, this skillet is ready […]

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Herb Tartines

This is almost like a salad on toast, but there’s no vinegar because its potency would overwhelm the delicate greens. If you’d like a touch of acidity, squeeze lemon juice on top just before serving. Prep: 5 minutes; Cook: 2 minutes. Ingredients 1/2 bunch basil 1 small bunch of chervil 1 sprig tarragon 2 ounces […]

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Spinach and Quinoa Salad with Shrimp

Simple, fresh, and perfectly portioned for two, this main dish salad is great for a quiet weeknight. Just you? Enjoy the second portion for lunch tomorrow; it will hold up nicely. Ingredients 3/4 cup water 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa, rinsed and drained 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided Cooking spray 1/2 pound medium shrimp, peeled and […]

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Roasted Salmon with Thyme and Honey-Mustard Glaze

A bed of fragrant fresh thyme lends wonderful flavor to the fish. Have your fishmonger remove the pin bones from the fillet, and choose one cut toward the head end of the fish. Ingredients 10 thyme sprigs 1 (3-pound) skin-on salmon fillet (preferably sustainable), pin bones removed 1/4 cup country Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons honey […]