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Friday, June 13, 2025

Friday Recipes

It's finally Friday. Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the weekend, including Halibut with Grilled Flatbread and a Grilled Onion Burger. Enjoy!

SPICY BUFFALO-STYLE MEATBALLS

Recipe Yield: Makes 32 appetizer servings.

View this inline at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/spicy-buffalo-style-meatballs.

Ingredients

1 pound 95% lean ground beef

1/2 cup soft bread crumbs

1 egg, slightly beaten

2 tablespoons chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 to 3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 tablespoon honey

Blue cheese dressing

Celery sticks

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.

Shape beef mixture into 32 1-inch meatballs; place on rack in broiler pan. Bake in 350F oven 18 to 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine hot pepper sauce, butter and honey in large bowl; mix well. Add meatballs; stir to coat.

Serve with dressing and celery sticks, as desired. Makes 32 appetizer servings.

Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef done-ness.

Cook's Tip: 1 package (about 18 ounces) frozen fully-cooked beef meatballs can be substituted for ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook meatballs according to package directions. Continue as directed in step 3.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 33; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 78 mg; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g

GRILLED ONION BURGER

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings

Source: TBC

Recipe and photo appears courtesy of Cattlemen's Beef Promotion Board.

View this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-onion-burger.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds 95% lean ground beef

1 large sweet onion, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices

Vegetable oil

Salt and pepper

4 hamburger buns, split, toasted

Lettuce leaves

Tomato slices

Directions

Lightly shape Ground Beef into four 3/4-inch thick patties. Brush onion slices with oil.

Place patties and onion slices on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11 to 15 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 13 to 14 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160F, turning occasionally. Grill onions, 10 to 12 minutes or until tender, brushing with oil and turning occasionally.

Season burgers and onions with salt and pepper as desired.

Line bottom of each bun with lettuce. Place burgers on top of lettuce. Top with tomatoes and grilled onions. Close bun.

Notes:

Here’s a healthier version of a classic burger topped with grilled onions and all the fixings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 368; Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 324 mg; Protein: 39 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g

MOROCCAN-STYLE SPICED HALIBUT WITH GRILLED FLATBREAD

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings. Serving Size: 1 halibut fillet with 1 cup vegetables.

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/moroccan-style-spiced-halibut-with-grilled-flatbread.

Ingredients

1 cinnamon stick

1 tsp coriander

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp ginger

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

2 Tbsp canola oil

4-5 ribs celery, cut on the bias

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped

4 halibut fillets (6 oz)

4 pieces grilled flatbread

Directions

In large non-stick pan, add cinnamon stick, coriander, paprika, ginger and cayenne pepper. Toast over medium high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add canola oil, celery and onion and cook 3-5 minutes until vegetables are softened. Stir in garlic. Add chicken broth and chopped tomatoes. Continue to cook uncovered about 8-10 minutes.

Push halibut fillets into sauce. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently until fish is just cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with grilled flatbread.

Notes:

Halibut is often called the steak of the fish family due to its thickness and texture. See how this meaty, flaky white fish gets spiced up in sweet and savory ways.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 320; Fat: 11 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 grams; Fiber: 4 grams; Sodium: 170 milligrams; Cholesterol: 55 milligrams; Protein: 38 grams; Carbohydrates: 14 grams

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

MINESTRONE SOUP

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (about 1 cup each)

Source: Cooking with The Diabetic Chef

Book Title: Cooking with The Diabetic Chef

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/minestrone-soup.

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 medium onion, finely diced

1/4 medium carrot, finely diced

1/4 stalk celery, finely diced

2/3 teaspoon garlic, minced

2 tablespoons leeks, finely diced

3 ounces (about 1/3 cup) canned tomatoes, chopped

1/2 medium zucchini, diced

1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme

3/4 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced

3 cups chicken stock

3 ounces (about 1/2 cup) frozen spinach, chopped

3/4 cup white beans, cooked

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon white pepper

1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the garlic and leek and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato, zucchini, thyme, oregano, and chicken stock. Bring the liquid to a simmer for 20 minutes.

Add the spinach and white beans. Return the liquid to a simmer for 20 minutes. Season with the salt and white pepper. Serve immediately and garnish with the Parmesan cheese.

Notes: Additional info: Dietary Fiber: 5 g, Sugars: 3 g

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 110; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 283 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1/2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

APPLESAUCE BROWNIES

Recipe Yield: Servings: 16

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/applesauce-brownies.

Ingredients

1/3 cup vegetable oil

1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce

1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/2 cup sugar

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp baking powder

1/2 tsp baking soda

2 large eggs

1 tsp vanilla extract

1/4 cup chopped nuts

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 F.

Combine oil, applesauce and cocoa. Add sugar and stir until dissolved. Add eggs and vanilla. Mix dry ingredients together and stir into the mixture.

Pour the batter into a greased and floured (or wax paper lined & sprayed) 9 inch square pan. Sprinkle on nuts (optional).

Bake about 20 to 30 minutes or until top is set but edges are not dried out. Toothpick will come out clean. Cut into 16 or 24 squares.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 165; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 84 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch; 1 Fat; 1 Fruit

Wednesday, October 23, 2024

Chicken

There was a time when Chicken was reserved for the Sunday or holiday dinner table. (Think early- to mid-twentieth century.) Now it's an anytime meal.

To that end, here are six chicken recipes to help you through the day, including Chicken Cordon Bleu and Baked Cajun Chicken. Enjoy!

BLACK-EYED CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/black-eyed-chicken.

Ingredients

16 oz can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained

2 cups cooked chicken breast, chopped

1 cup diced celery

1 cup red bell pepper

1 cup green bell pepper

1/2 cup sliced green onion

1/2 cup fresh cilantro

3 Tbsp fat-free Italian salad dressing

2 Tbsp Dijon mustard

6 cups lettuce leaves

Directions

Combine all ingredients except lettuce in a bowl. Stir well. Cover and chill for 4 hours. Serve on lettuce leaves.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 170; Fat: 3 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 430 mg; Cholesterol: 40 mg; Protein: 20 g; Carbohydrates: 17 g; Sugars: 3 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Vegetable, 2 Meat, 1 Carbohydrate

GRILLED SESAME CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-sesame-chicken-breast.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lite soy sauce

1 teaspoon + 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, dried

2 cloves garlic

8 ounces chicken breast, skinless and raw

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a shallow dish.

Mix well.

Add chicken, turning to coat.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Grill 4-5 inches from medium-hot coals for 15 minutes.

Turn and grill.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 114; Fat: 2.5 g; Sodium: 413 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 15.1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Starch

BAKED CAJUN CHICKEN

Servings: 4

Source: Better Homes & Gardens

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/33.shtml

Ingredients

1-1/2 to 2 pounds split chicken breasts

1/2 dried thyme, crushed

Nonstick spray coating

1/4 teaspoon garlic salt

2 tablespoons nonfat milk

1/8 teaspoon ground white pepper

2 tablespoons onion powder

1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper

1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Rinse chicken, pat dry. Cut off skin and discard.

Spray a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.

Arrange the chicken in the dish; meat side up.

Brush lightly with milk.

In small bowl mix onion powder, thyme, garlic salt, white pepper, red pepper, and black pepper.

Sprinkle over chicken.

Bake in a 375 degree oven for 45 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 166; Protein: 25 g; Fat: 6 g; Carbohydrates: 0 g; Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

This recipe begins, “This recipe was once the ultimate in gourmet dining. The ham-and-cheese stuffed chicken breasts are still delicious in their low-fat form!”

Recipe Yield: Serves: 6

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-cordon-bleu.

Ingredients

6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

4 ounces sliced fat-free Swiss cheese

3 ounces lean smoked ham

Flour

2 egg whites, beaten

1/3 cup unseasoned dry bread crumbs

Vegetable cooking spray

Directions

Pound chicken breasts with flat side of meat mallet until very thin and even in thickness. Layer cheese and ham on chicken breasts, cutting to fit. Roll up chicken and secure with toothpicks.

Coat chicken rolls lightly with flour; dip in egg whites and coat in bread crumbs. Spray rolls generously with cooking spray and cook in skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes.

Place chicken in baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered, until cooked through, about 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 210; Fat: 3.9 g; Sodium: 540 mg; Cholesterol: 73.2 mg; Protein: 34.6 g; Carbohydrates: 6 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Meat

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Book Title: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chicken-with-peppers.

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 m; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Protein: 28.5 g; Carbohydrates: 10 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. (Think early- to mid-twentieth century.) Now, it's an anytime meal.

Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds and Grilled Sesame Chicken Breast. Enjoy!

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

GRILLED SESAME CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-sesame-chicken-breast.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lite soy sauce

1 teaspoon + 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, dried

2 cloves garlic

8 ounces chicken breast, skinless and raw

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a shallow dish.

Mix well.

Add chicken, turning to coat.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Grill 4-5 inches from medium-hot coals for 15 minutes.

Turn and grill.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 114; Fat: 2.5 g; Sodium: 413 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 15.1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Starch

PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Hellmann's

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise

1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped almonds

2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F.

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

On baking sheet, arrange chicken.

Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.

Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/309.shtml

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Protein: 28.5 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

SOPA DE POLLO A LA MEXICANA - MEXICAN CHICKEN SOUP

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings.Serving Size: 1-1/2 cups

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sopa-de-pollo-a-la-mexicana-mexican-chicken-soup.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium onion, sliced

4 celery stalks, sliced

1/8 tsp ground black pepper

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp red pepper flakes

8 cups low-sodium chicken stock

2/3 cup lentils

1 can (19 oz) tomatoes, chopped

3 medium carrots, thinly sliced

2 lbs cooked chicken, cubed

1 small zucchini, thinly sliced

1 cup frozen peas

1 small avocado, peeled and sliced

Directions

In Dutch oven, heat canola oil. Add garlic, onion and celery. Saute until vegetables are tender. Season with black pepper, cumin and red pepper flakes.

Add chicken stock, lentils, tomatoes and carrots. Simmer, covered, 30 minutes, or until carrots are tender.

Add chicken, zucchini and peas.

Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until vegetables are tender. Garnish with avocado slices.

Notes:

All of your favorite Mexican flavors mix together in this soup. ¡Muy delicioso!

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 250; Fat: 6 g;Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Cholesterol: 75 mg; Protein: 33 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

LIGHT SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6 (2 Enchiladas each)

Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast

Book Title: Cooking Healthy and Fast

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/light-sour-cream-chicken-enchiladas.

Ingredients

1 (8oz) container light sour cream

1 (8oz) container nonfat plain yogurt

1 (10-3/4oz) can cream of chicken soup with 1/3 less salt

1 (4oz) can diced green chilies

12 (6-7 inch) white corn or flour tortillas

1 Cup (4oz) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

1-1/2 Cups chopped cooked chicken

1/4 Cup sliced green onions

Directions

Heat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 13x9-inch (3 Qt) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In med. bowl, combine sour cream, yogurt, soup and chilies; mix well. Spoon bout 3 Tbsp sour cream mixture down center of each tortilla. Reserve 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese; sprinkle each tortilla with remaining cheese, chicken and onions. Roll tortillas and place in spray-coated dish, seam side down. Spoon remaining sour cream mixture over tortillas. Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Remove foil; sprinkle with reserved 1/4 cup cheese. Return to oven & bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 358; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 590 mg; Cholesterol: 63 mg; Carbohydrates: 35 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat, 2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Milk, 1 Fat

Wednesday, February 22, 2023

Wednesday Recipes

We're half-way through the week; if we made it this far, we sould be able to make it to the weekend.

In the meantime, we need to eat. Here are six diabetic friendly recipes to help out, including Pepper Beef Steak with Garlic-Cilantro Butter and Hearty Mushroom Barley Soup. Enjoy!

WARM MOLE BEAN DIP

Yield: Makes 8 servings.

View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/706.shtml

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. tomato paste

1 small tomato, seeded and chopped

1/2 cup mild, medium or hot chunky salsa

2 Tbsp. chopped cilantro

1/2 tsp. salt, or to taste

3/4 cup (3 ounces), shredded, reduced-fat Jack cheese

One (15-ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

2 tsp. canola oil

1/2 cup finely chopped onion

1 small jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped

1 tsp. chili powder

1 tsp. unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp. ground cumin

1 tsp. dried oregano

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.

Coat a 9-inch pie plate with cooking spray and set aside.

In a food processor, whirl beans until pureed but still slightly lumpy. Scoop beans into a mixing bowl and set aside.

In medium skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Saute onion and jalapeno until onion is soft, 5 minutes. Add chili powder, cocoa, cumin, and oregano, and cook, stirring, until fragrant, 1 minute. Mix in tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds. Add contents of the pan to the pureed beans.

Add tomato, salsa, cilantro and salt, to beans and mix to combine all ingredients. Spread bean mixture in an even layer in the prepared pan. Sprinkle cheese over the top.

Bake until cheese is melted and bubbly and beans are heated through, 12 to 15 minutes. Serve immediately, accompanied by a bowl of baked tortilla chips.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 100; Protein: 5 g; Fat: 3.5 g; Sodium: 370 mg; Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Dietary Fiber: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 11 g

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

GRILLED SESAME CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-sesame-chicken-breast.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lite soy sauce

1 teaspoon + 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, dried

2 cloves garlic

8 ounces chicken breast, skinless and raw

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a shallow dish.

Mix well.

Add chicken, turning to coat.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Grill 4-5 inches from medium-hot coals for 15 minutes.

Turn and grill.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 114; Fat: 2.5 g; Sodium: 413 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 15.1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Starch

HEARTY MUSHROOM BARLEY SOUP

Recipe Yield: Prep Time: 25 Minutes - Cost: $; Servings: 8 - Difficulty Level: 2

Source: Suzi Castle's Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods

Book Title: Suzi Castle's Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/hearty-mushroom-barley-soup

Ingredients

2 cups each: low-sodium chicken broth & water

1/2 cup barley

2 carrots, peeled and diced

2 stalks celery, diced

1 onion, chopped

1/2 pound mushrooms, thickly sliced

1/8 tsp pepper

5 ounces frozen peas

8 ounces cooked chicken breast, cubed

1 can (10-3/4oz.) condensed cream of chicken soup

1/2 cup nonfat milk

Directions

In a covered pan, simmer chicken broth, water, and barley for 30 minutes.

Add carrots, celery, onion, mushrooms, and pepper. Simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add peas, chicken, soup, and milk. Simmer for 5 minutes longer.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 195; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 385 mg; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Protein: 11 g; Carbohydrates: 23 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 lean meat, 1-1/2 bread

PEPPER BEEF STEAK WITH GARLIC-CILANTRO BUTTER

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings

Source: TBC

Recipe and photo appears courtesy of Cattlemen's Beef Promotion Board.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/pepper-beef-steak-with-garlic-cilantro-butter.

Ingredients

4 beef round tip center steaks, cut 3/4 inch thick

1/3 cup country Dijon-style mustard

2 tablespoons coarsely ground mixed peppercorns

2 teaspoons ground cumin

1/4 cup butter, softened

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

1 teaspoon minced garlic

2 fresh mild green chili peppers such as Anaheim peppers

Directions

Combine mustard, peppercorns and cumin in small bowl. Remove and reserve 1/2 for brushing. Spread remaining mustard mixture on both sides of steaks. Cover and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour.

Combine butter, cilantro and garlic in small bowl. Set aside.

Place steaks and peppers on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 8 to 9 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill 8 to 11 minutes) until steaks are medium rare (145F) doneness and peppers are blackened, turning occasionally and brushing steaks with reserved mustard mixture during the last 4 minutes. (Do not overcook.)

Remove blackened peppers; cover and let stand 5 minutes. Remove skin, stems and seeds. Chop peppers and stir 1/2 into butter mixture. Top each steak with 1 teaspoon butter mixture. Sprinkle with remaining chopped peppers. Serve with remaining butter.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 278; Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 581 mg; Cholesterol: 108 mg; Protein: 37 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g

WINTER FRUIT SALAD

This is from OnTrackDiabetes, a site with some good information for diabetics and their families.

You can view this at https://www.ontrackdiabetes.com/recipes/salads/winter-fruit-salad.

Ingredients

8 red apples, such as Jonathan or Gala, cored and diced

8 green Bartlett or Anjou pears, cored and diced

4 cups fresh strawberries, stems removed, sliced

2 cups fresh orange juice

1 cup fresh lemon juice

1/4 cup orange-flavored liqueur (optional)

sugar substitute, to taste (optional)

4 bananas, sliced

Directions

Place all of the fruit (except bananas), juices and liqueur (if using) in a large attractive bowl. Add sugar substitute, if using. Gently mix.

Cover bowl and refrigerate 4 to 8 hours, but no longer.

Just before serving, stir in banana slices.

Nutritional Information Per serving: 131 calories (5% calories from fat), 1 g protein, 1 g total fat (0.1 g saturated fat), 33 g carbohydrates, 5 g dietary fiber, 0 cholesterol, 1 mg sodium

Diabetic exchanges: 2 carbohydrate (fruit)

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Chicken

There was a time when Chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. (Think early- to mid-twentieth century.)

But now, it's an any time meal. Check out the Chicken Cordon Bleu, the Thai Chicken with Basil, and the rest of today's yummy recipes. Enjoy!

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

GRILLED SESAME CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-sesame-chicken-breast.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lite soy sauce

1 teaspoon + 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, dried

2 cloves garlic

8 ounces chicken breast, skinless and raw

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a shallow dish.

Mix well.

Add chicken, turning to coat.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Grill 4-5 inches from medium-hot coals for 15 minutes.

Turn and grill.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 114; Fat: 2.5 g; Sodium: 413 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 15.1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Starch

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/309.shtml

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Protein: 28.5 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU

This begins, “This recipe was once the ultimate in gourmet dining. The ham-and-cheese stuffed chicken breasts are still delicious in their low-fat form!”

Serves: 6

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/318.shtml

Ingredients

6 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

4 ounces sliced fat-free Swiss cheese

3 ounces lean smoked ham

Flour

2 egg whites, beaten

1/3 cup unseasoned dry bread crumbs

Vegetable cooking spray

Directions

Pound chicken breasts with flat side of meat mallet until very thin and even in thickness. Layer cheese and ham on chicken breasts, cutting to fit. Roll up chicken and secure with toothpicks.

Coat chicken rolls lightly with flour; dip in egg whites and coat in bread crumbs. Spray rolls generously with cooking spray and cook in skillet over medium heat until browned on all sides, 8 to 10 minutes.

Place chicken in baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered, until cooked through, about 30 minutes.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 210; Protein: 34.6 g; Fat: 3.9 g; Sodium: 540 mg; Cholesterol: 73.2 mg; Carbohydrates: 6.3 g; Exchanges: 4 Meat

THAI CHICKEN WITH BASIL

Yield: 4 servings

View recipe: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/653.shtml

Source: The All New Good Housekeeping Cookbook

Ingredients

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

3 tablespoons Asian fish sauce

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 tablespoon brown sugar

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1 large onion (12 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices

2 red or green chiles (serrano or jalapeno), seeded and cut into matchstick strips

2 teaspoons minced, peeled fresh ginger

2 garlic cloves, crushed with garlic press

1-1/2 cups loosely packed fresh basil leaves

Directions

With knife held in slanting position, almost parallel to cutting surface, cut each chicken breast half crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In medium bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, and brown sugar; add chicken slices, tossing to coat. Let marinate 5 minutes.

In nonstick 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot. Add chicken with marinade and cook, stirring frequently (stir-frying), until chicken loses its pink color throughout, 3 to 4 minutes. With slotted spoon, transfer chicken to bowl.

Add onion to marinade remaining in skillet and cook, stir-frying, until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Stir in chiles, ginger, and garlic; cook 1 minute longer.

Return chicken to skillet; heat thorough. Stir in basil leaves just before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 238; Protein: 31 g; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 784 mg; Cholesterol: 66 mg; Carbohydrates: 16 g; Exchanges: 4 Lean Meat, 1 Bread/Starch

CHINESE CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

Source: Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine

Book Title: Light and Easy Diabetes Cuisine

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chickpea-soup.

Ingredients

12 ounces boneless skinless chicken breasts

1 tablespoon vegetable oil

1 cup broccoli flowerets

1 cup cauliflowerets

1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced

4 green onions, cut in 1-inch pieces

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

3 tablespoons dry sherry

1 teaspoon grated gingerroot

1 teaspoon arrowroot dissolved in 2 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/4 cup unsalted peanuts

Directions

Trim any fat from chicken and thinly slice diagonally. In a large non-stick skillet or wok, heat oil and stir-fry chicken 3 to 4 minutes or until cooked through. Remove with a slotted spoon and keep warm. Add broccoli and cauliflower; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add mushrooms, green onions, soy sauce, sherry and gingerroot; stir-fry 2 minutes. Add dissolved arrowroot, sesame oil, peanuts and chicken. Cook until heated through.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 256; Fat: 10 g; Sodium: 72 mg; Cholesterol: 385 mg; Protein: 30 g; Carbohydrates: 9 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3-1/2 Low-Fat Meat, 2 Vegetable

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. (Think early to mid-twentieth century.)

Now, it's an anytime meal. Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Low-Fat Oven-Fried Chicken and Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds. Enjoy!

APRICOT-ORANGE CHICKEN WITH GLAZED ONIONS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings; Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/apricot-orange-chicken-with-glazed-onions.

Ingredients

1 whole roasted deli chicken, skinned

3 tablespoons no-added-sugar apricot preserves, divided

3 tablespoons no-added-sugar orange marmalade, divided

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided

Nonstick cooking spray

1 large onion, quartered

1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In small bowl, blend 1 tablespoon each apricot preserves, marmalade, and vinegar.

Place chicken in baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Add water to pan to a depth of 1/4-1/2 inch. Brush chicken with preserve mixture. Combine the remaining preserves, marmalade, vinegar, onion, and garlic and spoon around the chicken.

Roast, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and roast for 10 more minutes, until onion is tender.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 278; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 110 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/309.shtml

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Protein: 28.5 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Hellmann's

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise

1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped almonds

2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F.

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

On baking sheet, arrange chicken.

Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.

Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g

LOW-FAT OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People With Diabetes

Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People With Diabetes

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/low-fat-oven-fried-chicken

Ingredients

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

6 skinless chicken breast halves or 6 skinless chicken thighs (1-3/4 to 2 pounds)

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

1 tablespoon margarine, melted

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Combine the yogurt, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well. Coat the chicken with the mixture. (The chicken may be covered and refrigerated overnight or baked immediately.)

Prepare a shallow roasting pan or jelly roll pan with a nonstick pan spray. Combine the bread crumbs and margarine in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken with the crumbs; place in the pan.

Bake breasts for 25 minutes, thighs for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 240; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 721 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Protein: 26 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 3 Lean Meat

TOMATO-ROSEMARY CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 12

Source: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

Book Title: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-rosemary-chicken.

Ingredients

12 Boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 pounds total)

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)

2 tbsp butter (or margarine)

5 cloves garlic, chopped

1/4 pound proscuitto, chopped

1/3 cup dry white wine

1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried, crumbled

12 plum tomatoes, diced

1/2 cup chicken broth

Directions

Season both sides of chicken breast halves with salt and pepper. Place flour on a sheet of waxed paper. Turn chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off any excess and place chicken on another piece of waxed paper.

Heat oven to 375F.

Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 chicken breast halves and saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Place chicken in a 15x10x1-ich jelly-roll pan in a single layer, filling half of pan. Repeat with remaining oil, butter, and chicken.

Bake chicken in heated 375F oven for 20 minutes or until internal temperature registers 170F on an instant-read thermometer.

Meanwhile, add garlic and proscuitto to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Add wine and rosemary; cook 2 minutes, stirring up any browned bits from bottom of skillet.

Add tomatoes and broth. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.

Place chicken on a serving platter; pour sauce over top. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 257; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 377 mg; Cholesterol: 89 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Low-Fat Meat; 1 Vegetable

Thursday, February 17, 2022

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. (Think early- to mid-twentieth century.) Now, it's an anytime meal.

Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds and Grilled Sesame Chicken Breast. Enjoy!

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

GRILLED SESAME CHICKEN BREAST

Recipe Yield: Servings: 4

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-sesame-chicken-breast.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lite soy sauce

1 teaspoon + 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, dried

2 cloves garlic

8 ounces chicken breast, skinless and raw

1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

1 tablespoon brown sugar

Directions

Combine all ingredients except chicken in a shallow dish.

Mix well.

Add chicken, turning to coat.

Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours.

Remove chicken from the marinade.

Grill 4-5 inches from medium-hot coals for 15 minutes.

Turn and grill.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 114; Fat: 2.5 g; Sodium: 413 mg; Cholesterol: 32 mg; Protein: 15.1 g; Carbohydrates: 7 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 Very Lean Meat; 1/2 Fat; 1/2 Starch

PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Hellmann's

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise

1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped almonds

2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F.

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

On baking sheet, arrange chicken.

Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.

Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/309.shtml

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Protein: 28.5 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

SOPA DE POLLO A LA MEXICANA - MEXICAN CHICKEN SOUP

Recipe Yield: Yield: 10 servings.Serving Size: 1-1/2 cups

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/sopa-de-pollo-a-la-mexicana-mexican-chicken-soup.

Ingredients

1 Tbsp canola oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 medium onion, sliced

4 celery stalks, sliced

1/8 tsp ground black pepper

2 tsp cumin

1 tsp red pepper flakes

8 cups low-sodium chicken stock

2/3 cup lentils

1 can (19 oz) tomatoes, chopped

3 medium carrots, thinly sliced

2 lbs cooked chicken, cubed

1 small zucchini, thinly sliced

1 cup frozen peas

1 small avocado, peeled and sliced

Directions

In Dutch oven, heat canola oil. Add garlic, onion and celery. Saute until vegetables are tender. Season with black pepper, cumin and red pepper flakes.

Add chicken stock, lentils, tomatoes and carrots. Simmer, covered, 30 minutes, or until carrots are tender.

Add chicken, zucchini and peas.

Cover and simmer 10 to 15 minutes longer, or until vegetables are tender. Garnish with avocado slices.

Notes:

All of your favorite Mexican flavors mix together in this soup. ¡Muy delicioso!

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 250; Fat: 6 g;Saturated Fat: 1.5 g; Fiber: 5 g; Sodium: 280 mg; Cholesterol: 75 mg; Protein: 33 g; Carbohydrates: 14 g

LIGHT SOUR CREAM CHICKEN ENCHILADAS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6 (2 Enchiladas each)

Source: Cooking Healthy and Fast

Book Title: Cooking Healthy and Fast

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/light-sour-cream-chicken-enchiladas.

Ingredients

1 (8oz) container light sour cream

1 (8oz) container nonfat plain yogurt

1 (10-3/4oz) can cream of chicken soup with 1/3 less salt

1 (4oz) can diced green chilies

12 (6-7 inch) white corn or flour tortillas

1 Cup (4oz) shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

1-1/2 Cups chopped cooked chicken

1/4 Cup sliced green onions

Directions

Heat oven to 350F degrees. Spray a 13x9-inch (3 Qt) baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. In med. bowl, combine sour cream, yogurt, soup and chilies; mix well. Spoon bout 3 Tbsp sour cream mixture down center of each tortilla. Reserve 1/4 cup Cheddar cheese; sprinkle each tortilla with remaining cheese, chicken and onions. Roll tortillas and place in spray-coated dish, seam side down. Spoon remaining sour cream mixture over tortillas. Cover with foil and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Remove foil; sprinkle with reserved 1/4 cup cheese. Return to oven & bake, uncovered, an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Garnish with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 358; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 590 mg; Cholesterol: 63 mg; Carbohydrates: 35 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 Lean Meat, 2 Bread/Starch, 1/2 Milk, 1 Fat

Friday, February 11, 2022

Friday Recipes

It's finally Friday. Yay! Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the weekend, including New England Style Clam Chowder and Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds. Enjoy!

BUTTERNUT SQUASH ENCHILADAS WITH SALSA VERDE

Recipe Yield: Yield: Makes 8 servings.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/butternut-squash-enchiladas-with-salsa-verde.

Ingredients

1 package (16 oz.) diced peeled butternut squash, or 1 1/4 lb. squash, seeded, peeled and diced

Canola oil spray

1 can (15.5 oz.) pinto beans, rinsed and drained

3/4 cup (3 oz.) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese, divided

8 large (about 7-inch) corn tortillas

1 jar (16 oz.) salsa verde

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

Directions

Place squash in medium saucepan. Add 1 cup water. Cover pot tightly, and place over medium-high heat. Cook until squash is tender but not mushy, 12-15 minutes, depending on size of cubes. Drain squash, and set aside.

Meanwhile, preheat oven to 350 degrees. Select a baking dish just large enough to hold the eight tortillas, folded over and slightly overlapping, so that they fit snuggly in the dish. (You may want to "test" and see if the baking dish is the proper size by arranging unfilled, folded tortillas in it, as they would be once filled and ready to bake.) using the canola oil spray, lightly coat the interior of the baking dish and set aside.

Place beans in mixing bowl. Using fork, partially mash beans. Add squash and blend, leaving mixture coarsely mashed, with some beans still whole. Mix in 1/2 cup of the cheese. Season filling to taste with salt and pepper.

Coat a tortilla on both sides with cooking spray. Lay it on a plate. Spoon 3/4 cup of filling on one half of the tortilla. Fold tortilla in half over filling. Set it at one end of the baking dish. Repeat, placing filled tortillas so they overlap, filling baking dish tightly. Pour pureed sauce over assembled enchiladas. Sprinkle remaining cheese over sauce. Cover pan with foil.

Bake enchiladas about 30 minutes, until they are heated through and tortillas are soft. Uncover and serve garnished with cilantro, accompanied by cooked brown rice, if desired.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 2 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Sodium: 479 mg; Protein: 8 g; Carbohydrates: 33 g

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Hellmann's

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise

1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped almonds

2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F.

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

On baking sheet, arrange chicken.

Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.

Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g

NEW ENGLAND STYLE CLAM CHOWDER

Recipe Yield: Servings: 6

Source: Suzi Castle's Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods

Book Title: Suzi Castle's Deliciously Healthy Favorite Foods

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/new-england-style-clam-chowder

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped

1 cup water

2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

2 cans (6oz. each) chopped or minced clams (use clam juice)

3 packages (1 tsp each) chicken bouillon granules

4 cups low-fat (1% fat) milk

3 tbsp each: flour and cornstarch, mixed with 1/2 cup water in a blender

Freshly ground pepper to taste

1/4 cup very lean, cooked bacon bits

Directions

In a large, heavy soup pot sprayed with nonstick spray, stir-fry onion over medium heat until soft.

Add water, potatoes, clams and chicken bouillon granules. Simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Add milk, flour-cornstarch mixture and pepper.

Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Ladle into 6 large soup bowls and garnish with bacon bits.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 177; Fat: 2.46 g; Sodium: 883 mg; Cholesterol: 23 mg; Protein: 12.8 g; Carbohydrates: 24 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 lean meat; 1 bread; 3/4 nonfat milk

CHOCOLATE CHERRY TARTS

Recipe Yield: Servings: 24

Source: Cinnamon Hearts

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/chocolate-cherry-tarts.

Ingredients

2 (8oz) packages Neufchatel (light) cream cheese, room temp

2/3 cup granulated sugar

2 eggs, room temp

1 tsp vanilla extract

24 Keebler chocolate wafers, 30% reduced fat

1 (21oz) can light cherry pie filling

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F. Line muffin tins with foil and paper cupcake liners.

Beat cream cheese and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla extract and beat until smooth. Place a chocolate wafer in each cup, spoon on cheese mixture. Bake 18 to 20 minutes; remove from tins and let cool. Top with cherry pie filling. Chill overnight before serving.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 118; Fat: 5 g; Sodium: 104 mg; Cholesterol: 24 mg; Carbohydrates: 16 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1/2 bread; 1/2 fruit; 1/2 protein; 1 fat

MEATBALLS WITH CRANBERRY BARBECUE SAUCE

Recipe Yield: Yield: 24 mini meatballs, 1 per serving.

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/meatballs-with-cranberry-barbecue-sauce.

Ingredients

1/2 pound ground beef Brisket

1/4 pound ground beef Ribeye Steak Boneless

1/4 pound Ground Beef (95% lean)

1 cup seasoned stuffing mix

1 egg, beaten

3 tablespoons water

1 teaspoon minced garlic

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon pepper

Cranberry Barbecue Sauce:

2 teaspoons vegetable oil

1/2 cup chopped white onion

1 tablespoon minced garlic

2-1/2 cups fresh cranberries

1/2 cup orange juice

1/2 cup water

1/3 cup ketchup

1/4 cup light brown sugar

2 tablespoons cider vinegar

2 tablespoons molasses

1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper

Salt

Directions

Preheat oven to 400F. Combine Brisket, Ribeye, Ground Beef, stuffing mix, egg, water, garlic, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twenty-four 1-1/2-inch meatballs. Place on rack in broiler pan that has been sprayed with cooking spray. Bake in 400F oven 13 to 15 minutes until 160F.

Meanwhile, prepare Cranberry Barbecue Sauce. Heat oil in medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onions and garlic; cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until tender, but not brown. Add remaining ingredients, stirring to combine. Bring to boil; reduce heat and simmer 20 minutes or until cranberries burst and mixture has reduced to thick consistency, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; cool slightly. Transfer mixture to blender container. Cover, allowing steam to escape. Process until smooth. Season with salt, as desired.

Serve meatballs with barbecue sauce.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 66; Fat: 1 g; Saturated Fat: 1 g; Fiber: 0.7 g; Sodium: 108 mg; Cholesterol: 19 mig; Protein: 4 g; Carbohydrates: 8 g

Thursday, February 3, 2022

Thursday Recipes

Here are six yummy recipes to help you through the day, including a Grilled Onion Burger and Moroccan-Style Spiced Halibut with Grilled Flatbread. Enjoy!

SPICY BUFFALO-STYLE MEATBALLS

Recipe Yield: Makes 32 appetizer servings.

View this inline at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/spicy-buffalo-style-meatballs.

Ingredients

1 pound 95% lean ground beef

1/2 cup soft bread crumbs

1 egg, slightly beaten

2 tablespoons chopped onion

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon pepper

2 to 3 tablespoons hot pepper sauce

2 tablespoons butter, melted

1 tablespoon honey

Blue cheese dressing

Celery sticks

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly.

Shape beef mixture into 32 1-inch meatballs; place on rack in broiler pan. Bake in 350F oven 18 to 20 minutes.

Meanwhile, combine hot pepper sauce, butter and honey in large bowl; mix well. Add meatballs; stir to coat.

Serve with dressing and celery sticks, as desired. Makes 32 appetizer servings.

Cook's Tip: Cooking times are for fresh or thoroughly thawed ground beef. Ground beef should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160F. Color is not a reliable indicator of ground beef done-ness.

Cook's Tip: 1 package (about 18 ounces) frozen fully-cooked beef meatballs can be substituted for ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, onion, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook meatballs according to package directions. Continue as directed in step 3.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 33; Fat: 2 g; Sodium: 78 mg; Cholesterol: 16 mg; Protein: 3 g; Carbohydrates: 1 g

GRILLED ONION BURGER

Recipe Yield: Makes 4 servings

Source: TBC

Recipe and photo appears courtesy of Cattlemen's Beef Promotion Board.

View this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/grilled-onion-burger.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds 95% lean ground beef

1 large sweet onion, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch thick slices

Vegetable oil

Salt and pepper

4 hamburger buns, split, toasted

Lettuce leaves

Tomato slices

Directions

Lightly shape Ground Beef into four 3/4-inch thick patties. Brush onion slices with oil.

Place patties and onion slices on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11 to 15 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 13 to 14 minutes) until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers 160F, turning occasionally. Grill onions, 10 to 12 minutes or until tender, brushing with oil and turning occasionally.

Season burgers and onions with salt and pepper as desired.

Line bottom of each bun with lettuce. Place burgers on top of lettuce. Top with tomatoes and grilled onions. Close bun.

Notes:

Here’s a healthier version of a classic burger topped with grilled onions and all the fixings.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 368; Fat: 10 g; Saturated Fat: 4 g; Fiber: 2 g; Sodium: 324 mg; Protein: 39 g; Carbohydrates: 27 g

MOROCCAN-STYLE SPICED HALIBUT WITH GRILLED FLATBREAD

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings. Serving Size: 1 halibut fillet with 1 cup vegetables.

Source: CanolaInfo

Recipe and image appear courtesy of CanolaInfo.org

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/moroccan-style-spiced-halibut-with-grilled-flatbread.

Ingredients

1 cinnamon stick

1 tsp coriander

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp ginger

1/8 tsp cayenne pepper

2 Tbsp canola oil

4-5 ribs celery, cut on the bias

1 large onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth

4 Roma tomatoes, seeded and finely chopped

4 halibut fillets (6 oz)

4 pieces grilled flatbread

Directions

In large non-stick pan, add cinnamon stick, coriander, paprika, ginger and cayenne pepper. Toast over medium high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Add canola oil, celery and onion and cook 3-5 minutes until vegetables are softened. Stir in garlic. Add chicken broth and chopped tomatoes. Continue to cook uncovered about 8-10 minutes.

Push halibut fillets into sauce. Reduce heat, cover and simmer gently until fish is just cooked through, about 8 to 10 minutes. Serve with grilled flatbread.

Notes:

Halibut is often called the steak of the fish family due to its thickness and texture. See how this meaty, flaky white fish gets spiced up in sweet and savory ways.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 320; Fat: 11 grams; Saturated Fat: 1 grams; Fiber: 4 grams; Sodium: 170 milligrams; Cholesterol: 55 milligrams; Protein: 38 grams; Carbohydrates: 14 grams

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

MINESTRONE SOUP

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings (about 1 cup each)

Source: Cooking with The Diabetic Chef

Book Title: Cooking with The Diabetic Chef

View this online at https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/minestrone-soup.

Ingredients

1/2 tablespoon olive oil

1/2 medium onion, finely diced

1/4 medium carrot, finely diced

1/4 stalk celery, finely diced

2/3 teaspoon garlic, minced

2 tablespoons leeks, finely diced

3 ounces (about 1/3 cup) canned tomatoes, chopped

1/2 medium zucchini, diced

1/4 teaspoon fresh thyme

3/4 teaspoon fresh oregano, minced

3 cups chicken stock

3 ounces (about 1/2 cup) frozen spinach, chopped

3/4 cup white beans, cooked

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/8 teaspoon white pepper

1 teaspoon Parmesan cheese, grated

Directions

Heat the olive oil in a medium pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrot, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are slightly tender, about 3-4 minutes.

Add the garlic and leek and cook for 1 minute. Add the tomato, zucchini, thyme, oregano, and chicken stock. Bring the liquid to a simmer for 20 minutes.

Add the spinach and white beans. Return the liquid to a simmer for 20 minutes. Season with the salt and white pepper. Serve immediately and garnish with the Parmesan cheese.

Notes: Additional info: Dietary Fiber: 5 g, Sugars: 3 g

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 110; Fat: 3 g; Sodium: 283 mg; Cholesterol: 3 mg; Protein: 7 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 1/2 Lean Meat, 1 Vegetable, 1/2 Fat

TOMATO-ROSEMARY CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 12

Source: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

Book Title: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-rosemary-chicken.

Ingredients

12 Boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 pounds total)

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)

2 tbsp butter (or margarine)

5 cloves garlic, chopped

1/4 pound proscuitto, chopped

1/3 cup dry white wine

1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried, crumbled

12 plum tomatoes, diced

1/2 cup chicken broth

Directions

Season both sides of chicken breast halves with salt and pepper. Place flour on a sheet of waxed paper. Turn chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off any excess and place chicken on another piece of waxed paper.

Heat oven to 375F.

Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 chicken breast halves and saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Place chicken in a 15x10x1-ich jelly-roll pan in a single layer, filling half of pan. Repeat with remaining oil, butter, and chicken.

Bake chicken in heated 375F oven for 20 minutes or until internal temperature registers 170F on an instant-read thermometer.

Meanwhile, add garlic and proscuitto to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Add wine and rosemary; cook 2 minutes, stirring up any browned bits from bottom of skillet.

Add tomatoes and broth. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.

Place chicken on a serving platter; pour sauce over top. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 257; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 377 mg; Cholesterol: 89 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Low-Fat Meat; 1 Vegetable

Wednesday, February 2, 2022

Chicken

There was a time when chicken was relegated to the Sunday dinner table. (Think early to mid-twentieth century.)

Now, it's an anytime meal. Check out today's six chicken recipes, including Low-Fat Oven-Fried Chicken and Parmesan Chicken Topped with Spinach and Almonds. Enjoy!

APRICOT-ORANGE CHICKEN WITH GLAZED ONIONS

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings; Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/apricot-orange-chicken-with-glazed-onions.

Ingredients

1 whole roasted deli chicken, skinned

3 tablespoons no-added-sugar apricot preserves, divided

3 tablespoons no-added-sugar orange marmalade, divided

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided

Nonstick cooking spray

1 large onion, quartered

1 clove garlic, minced

Directions

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In small bowl, blend 1 tablespoon each apricot preserves, marmalade, and vinegar.

Place chicken in baking pan coated with nonstick cooking spray. Add water to pan to a depth of 1/4-1/2 inch. Brush chicken with preserve mixture. Combine the remaining preserves, marmalade, vinegar, onion, and garlic and spoon around the chicken.

Roast, covered, for 25 minutes. Uncover and roast for 10 more minutes, until onion is tender.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 278; Fat: 9 g; Sodium: 110 mg; Cholesterol: 100 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 15 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Carbohydrate, 4 Lean Meat

CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

Servings: 4

Source: 1,001 Recipes For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/309.shtml

Ingredients

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

1/2 teaspoon minced garlic

1 tablespoon olive oil

2 cups frozen stir-fry pepper blend

1 can (15 ounces) chunky Italian-seasoned tomato sauce

Salt and pepper, to taste

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Saute chicken and garlic in oil in large skillet until lightly browned. Push chicken to side of pan; add stir-fry pepper blend and cook until softened, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in tomato sauce. Heat to boiling; reduce heat and simmer, covered, until chicken is cooked through, about 10 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 215; Protein: 28.5 g; Fat: 7 g; Sodium: 674 mg; Cholesterol: 71 mg; Carbohydrates: 9.7 g; Exchanges: 2 Vegetable, 3 Meat

WEST COAST CHICKEN BREAST

Serving size is 1 stuffed chicken breast half. Contains 1g Dietary Fiber and 1 g Sugars.

Serves: 4

Source: The New Family Cookbook For People with Diabetes

Find this recipe at: http://diabeticgourmet.com/recipes/html/348.shtml

Ingredients

4 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 1 pound)

1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, well drained

1/4 cup packed chopped fresh basil leaves

1 clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon olive oil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

1/4 teaspoon paprika

1 slice whole wheat bread, crumbled to make soft crumbs

Directions

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Prepare a shallow baking dish with olive oil-flavored non stick pan spray.

Pound the chicken breasts to 1/4-inch thickness. Combine the tomatoes, basil, and garlic in a small bowl. Spread the tomato mixture evenly over the chicken breasts; roll up and place seam side down in the prepared baking dish.

Combine the oil, pepper, and paprika in a small bowl; brush evenly over the chicken rolls. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs. Press the crumbs onto the chicken rolls so they adhere.

Bake 15 minutes, or until the chicken is tender and the crumbs are browned.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 198; Protein: 26 g; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 118 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Carbohydrates: 5 g; Exchanges: 1/2 Starch, 4 Very Lean Meat, 1/2 Fat

PARMESAN CHICKEN TOPPED WITH SPINACH AND ALMONDS

Yield: 4 servings

Source: Hellmann's

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/parmesan-chicken-topped-with-spinach-and-almonds.

Ingredients

1-1/2 tablespoons Hellmann's or Best Foods Real Mayonnaise

1 cup loosely packed baby spinach leaves, chopped

1 tablespoon chopped almonds

2 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

1 teaspoon plain dry bread crumbs

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425F.

In medium bowl, combine all ingredients except chicken.

On baking sheet, arrange chicken.

Evenly top with mayonnaise mixture.

Bake 15 minutes or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 180; Fat: 6 g; Sodium: 140 mg; Cholesterol: 10 mg; Protein: 27 g; Carbohydrates: 2 g

LOW-FAT OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Yield: 6 servings

Source: The New Family Cookbook for People With Diabetes

Book Title: The New Family Cookbook for People With Diabetes

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipe/low-fat-oven-fried-chicken

Ingredients

1 cup plain low-fat yogurt

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon dried thyme

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 clove garlic, minced

6 skinless chicken breast halves or 6 skinless chicken thighs (1-3/4 to 2 pounds)

1 cup seasoned bread crumbs

1 tablespoon margarine, melted

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

Combine the yogurt, paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and garlic in a large bowl; mix well. Coat the chicken with the mixture. (The chicken may be covered and refrigerated overnight or baked immediately.)

Prepare a shallow roasting pan or jelly roll pan with a nonstick pan spray. Combine the bread crumbs and margarine in a shallow dish. Coat the chicken with the crumbs; place in the pan.

Bake breasts for 25 minutes, thighs for 30 to 35 minutes, or until tender.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 240; Fat: 8 g; Sodium: 721 mg; Cholesterol: 69 mg; Protein: 26 g; Carbohydrates: 16 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 Starch, 3 Lean Meat

TOMATO-ROSEMARY CHICKEN

Recipe Yield: Servings: 12

Source: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

Book Title: Family Circle: All-time Favorite Recipes

To view this online, go to https://diabeticgourmet.com/diabetic-recipes/tomato-rosemary-chicken.

Ingredients

12 Boneless, skinless chicken breast halves (4 pounds total)

1/2 tsp salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

1/4 cup all-purpose flour

2 tbsp vegetable oil (or olive oil)

2 tbsp butter (or margarine)

5 cloves garlic, chopped

1/4 pound proscuitto, chopped

1/3 cup dry white wine

1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary or 1 tsp dried, crumbled

12 plum tomatoes, diced

1/2 cup chicken broth

Directions

Season both sides of chicken breast halves with salt and pepper. Place flour on a sheet of waxed paper. Turn chicken in flour to coat both sides; shake off any excess and place chicken on another piece of waxed paper.

Heat oven to 375F.

Heat 1 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 6 chicken breast halves and saute until lightly browned, about 3 minutes per side. Place chicken in a 15x10x1-ich jelly-roll pan in a single layer, filling half of pan. Repeat with remaining oil, butter, and chicken.

Bake chicken in heated 375F oven for 20 minutes or until internal temperature registers 170F on an instant-read thermometer.

Meanwhile, add garlic and proscuitto to skillet; cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Add wine and rosemary; cook 2 minutes, stirring up any browned bits from bottom of skillet.

Add tomatoes and broth. Bring to boiling. Reduce heat; simmer 10 minutes.

Place chicken on a serving platter; pour sauce over top. Serve immediately.

Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories: 257; Fat: 11 g; Sodium: 377 mg; Cholesterol: 89 mg; Protein: 34 g; Carbohydrates: 5 g

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 Low-Fat Meat; 1 Vegetable