Easy and cheap chicken recipes wanted :)

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  • simp2
    simp2 Posts: 6 Member
    sounds just yummy
  • simp2
    simp2 Posts: 6 Member
    sounds just yummy
  • littleenginethatcan
    littleenginethatcan Posts: 264
    If you enjoy spice and have the time:

    Chicken breasts (pounded)
    Pablano Peppers (I pepper per chicken breast)
    Bread Crumbs (Panko Italian work well)
    Shredded Mozzarella (or your fav cheese)
    Egg for dipping

    Pound out chicken breasts
    Seed peppers and put some cheese in the middle
    Wrap Chicken around Pepper, use wooden skewers to keep in place
    Dip in egg mixture
    Coat with bread crumbs
    Fry to golden brown
    Bake in oven 425, until chicken juice runs clear, or is 165 degrees internal temp.

    So Yummy!
  • SuperKatie
    SuperKatie Posts: 94 Member
    A way to grill or bake chicken and have it be very moist is to wrap in foil. I bought several different dry rubs, rub the chicken breast liberally with them, wrap in foil and cook. They come out very moist and yummy. If you don't have or want to buy rubs, just sprinkle with some spices (onion powder, garlic, salt, pepper, paprika, etc)

    Also, an easy crock pot recipe is:
    Chicken breasts
    Can of Reduced Fat Cream of Mushroom or Chicken soup
    Cup of Salsa
    Taco seasoning (one packet)

    Dump all in crockpot and cook on low 8 hours or high 5-6. Shred chicken and add 1/2 cup light sour cream. This can then be eaten over rice, noodles, as enchilada filling, on baked chips as nachos. You get the idea. :)

    I'd be careful with the aluminum foil. . . it's been linked to alzheimers. http://alzheimers.org.uk/site/scripts/documents_info.php?documentID=99
  • linjo66
    linjo66 Posts: 8 Member
    Like a few before, my go to is a jar of salsa, but I do mine on the stove top in a large non-stick fry pan. I brown the meat, add a jar of low sodium salsa and simmer on a low-ish temp, covered, for about 15-20 minutes until the meat is no longer pink. The kids like adding cheese to the top to melt it. Yummy with rice!!!

    Love all of the other ideas too. Can wait to try some!
  • BuffyKicksButt
    BuffyKicksButt Posts: 95
    We have recently made a ton of different meals as lettuce wraps - so like chop up chicken breast pan fry with any kind of seasonings you like ( southwest/taco/fajita/asian ). Then serve with leaves of iceburg lettuce. I add in pico de gallo or just tomato and if I have the room in my daily intake a little cheese. I have also used ground turkey and ground pork for the asian style. Basically anything you would wrap in a tortilla just sub in the lettuce :) I honestly don't miss the tortillas at all. You save a ton of carbs this way!
  • Bigaug
    Bigaug Posts: 395 Member
    Chicken with pasta, spinach, and tomato
    2 chicken breast
    2 large diced tomatoes
    1 package leaf spinach
    1 package cooked spaghetti
    1/2 cup minced onion
    1/4 cup asiago or parmesan
    2 Tbls olive oil
    1 Pat butter just for a little flavor
    2cloves minced garlic
    Salt, pepper, spices, herbs to taste
    Juice of one lemon about 2 tbls

    Cook your chicken however you like, I do mine in a skillet with evoo until it reaches 165F. Cut the chicken into bite size pieces. Boil your spaghetti. Defrost the spinach. Soften the onion and garlic in a large skillet with olive oil and butter. Toss pasta, chicken, and the spinach into the skillet with the onion and garlic and stir to combine. Add the diced tomato, lemon juice, and asiago just before you remove the pan from the heat. I like to add a little fresh oregano and red pepper flakes before serving

    This is a great dish for additions and substitutions. Whole wheat pasta to reduce the carbs. Artichoke hearts instead of spinach. Sausage instead of chicken. Turkey sausage instead of sausage. Add diced olives or capers for a little mediteraneanness.
  • Fit4Kateri
    Fit4Kateri Posts: 81 Member
    Yum yum yum...now I'm hungry. Good thing I have some carrots in the work frig.
  • robyng1986
    robyng1986 Posts: 139 Member
    bump
  • fireman300
    fireman300 Posts: 38 Member
    bump
  • MrsPeavley
    MrsPeavley Posts: 143 Member
    BUMP
  • lvnspoonful
    lvnspoonful Posts: 391 Member
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  • jasonnjamer
    jasonnjamer Posts: 65 Member
    go to allrecipes.com and type in low fat chicken recipe. they have tons. I have been using the site for awhile and I just love it.
  • becwheels
    becwheels Posts: 18 Member
    Looks good!!! I needed some new ideas. Thanks.
  • tangoterry
    tangoterry Posts: 51 Member
    Great recipes
  • purple_orchid
    purple_orchid Posts: 129 Member
    Thank-you
  • mleoni092708
    mleoni092708 Posts: 629 Member
    bump
  • kt2007
    kt2007 Posts: 302 Member
    bump. I am cooking chicken today.
  • mlbazemore
    mlbazemore Posts: 252 Member
    BUMP!
  • traceizbiz
    traceizbiz Posts: 28
    We eat a lot of chicken in our house. Try this website for recipes, it is great as it gives you all the calorie etc info on each recipe and there are tons of recipes for all occasions. My fav website for some years now.

    http://www.healthyfood.co.nz/recipes
  • traceizbiz
    traceizbiz Posts: 28
    oh and try the weight watches chicken souvlaki..absolutely delicious, quick easy and low fat..My FAV!

    http://www.weightwatchers.co.nz/food/rcp/index.aspx?recipeid=19691
  • simuesh60
    simuesh60 Posts: 5 Member
    Fry chicken and patatoes in 3-4 tbsps olive oil for 3-5 minutes. Add seasoning and tomatoes and cover and cook on medium heat for 10-15 min or until done. Serve with pita bread
  • chris6515
    chris6515 Posts: 131 Member
    bump
  • LynneGG
    LynneGG Posts: 95 Member
    This week I tried an new chicken recipe that was super easy and really good......http://www.skinnytaste.com/2009/08/baked-chicken-with-dijon-and-lime.html I used boneless skinless chicken breast and one of my MFP friends used the thighs and said it was good.My boyfriend who is not on or needs to be on a diet (other than trying to get him to eat healthy) loved loved this dish.
  • tara4487
    tara4487 Posts: 118 Member
    Bump these recipes sound delicious
  • Thirstygirl
    Thirstygirl Posts: 122 Member
    bumping for chicken!!! :)
  • tiptoeketo
    tiptoeketo Posts: 271 Member
    Grilled chicken breast topped with a mango salsa
  • angmora
    angmora Posts: 22
    I love to make sides. My current fav is a delicious fresh tasting cabbage salad. I love coleslaw but it is soooo packed with calories. When and aunt in law made this I was overjoyed!!

    shredded cabbage
    shredded carrots
    chopped tomato
    chopped cilantro
    chopped bell peppers(all or any color)
    salt or bouillon
    vinegar (not too much- start with a few tablespoons you can always add more)
    pepper
    fresh lime juice
    dash of olive oil (not a must-its tasty with or without)
    if you get your recipe too strong you can always add some cold water
    toss and devour!!
  • Goal_Seeker_1988
    Goal_Seeker_1988 Posts: 1,619 Member
    bump
  • vernie87wb
    vernie87wb Posts: 33 Member
    bumping for future reference! Thanks everyone for the yummy sounding recipes!
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