1 tbsp minced onion 2 tbsp garlic powder 4 tilapia fillets (or other flaky fish, such as haddock or flounder) cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces (mine was about 13.5 oz fish) 1 14-ounce can diced tomatoes 1 tbsp chopped jalapeno pepper 2 TBSP cilantro 2 tablespoons sliced pimento-stuffed green olives 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/2Continue reading “Puerto Rican Fish Stew”
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Lettuce Wraps
A yummy PF Chang’s copy cat. Mixture 9 oz chicken tenderloins 1/2 cup water chestnuts (or about 5 baby carrots work too) 1/2 cup canned mushrooms (or fresh works) 3 tablespoons chopped onions (YUCK, I omit these) 1 tsp garlic powder 6-8 leaves iceberg lettuce Special Sauce (I half this because it makes SO much)Continue reading “Lettuce Wraps”
Tilapia with Pineapple Cilantro Sauce
4 4oz tilapia fillets 2 6 oz cans of pineapple tidbits 3/4 cup reserved pineapple juice 2 TBSP lime juice 2 TBSP water 1 TBSP corn starch 2 TBSP garlic powder 1 TBSP minced cilantro 1/2 tsp minced jalapeno pepper 1 TBSP splenda Salt & pepper to taste Place tilapia in a baking dish coatedContinue reading “Tilapia with Pineapple Cilantro Sauce”
Taco Soup
1lb Extra Lean Ground Beef 1 can Black Beans, ranch style (I’ve substituted navy beans and/or canelini beans when I’m out of black) 1 can Fiesta Mexican corn (or regular corn) 1 can rotel 1 14oz can diced tomatoes, no salt added 1 package taco seasoning OR make your own: 1 TBSP each: Chili powder,Continue reading “Taco Soup”
Buffalo Chicken Skewers
2 tbsp imitation butter (Promise Heart Smart, melted 1/4 cup original cayenne pepper sauce or red pepper sauce 1 tablespoon honey 1/2 teaspoon celery seed (I don’t even know what this is, so I omitted it!) 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 lb chicken tenderloins 1/2 cup blue cheese dressing In medium bowl, mix butter, pepper sauce,Continue reading “Buffalo Chicken Skewers”
String Cheese Mozzarella Sticks
2 light string cheese sticks .5 T flour 2 TBSP Panko bread crumbs Italian seasoning 1.5 tbsp egg beaters 1/4 cup canned tomato sauce (optional) Directions Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Spray a baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray. Cut the cheese sticks in half and place in a ziploc bag. Put 1/2 TBSPContinue reading “String Cheese Mozzarella Sticks”
Cream Cheese Potato Soup
Panera Bread copy cat recipes…healthified! 4 cups chicken broth (or water w/ bruillion cube) 4 cups potatoes, peeled and cubed (about 4 medium) 2 TBSP minced onions 1/2 tsp seasoning salt or regular salt 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, (optional) 1 TBSP chives 1-8oz pkg fat free Philly cream cheese, cut into chunksContinue reading “Cream Cheese Potato Soup”
Creamy Texas Ranch Chicken
12oz skinless, chicken tenders 1/3 cups fat free Ranch-style salad dressing 2 slices 2% mozzarella cheese DIRECTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray baking dish with cooking spray.2. Arrange chicken in the dish. Tear the cheese into pieces and cover chicken pieces. Cover with the dressing. It’s best to placeContinue reading “Creamy Texas Ranch Chicken”
Mexican Shepherd’s Pie
Ground beef, extra lean, 16 oz 1 can Mexican Fiesta Corn,drained 1 cup canned Diced Tomatoes, with liquid Green Peppers (bell peppers), 2 tbsp (I leave this out) Taco Seasoning Mix, 6 serving (remove) Or make your own with 1tsp each chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt 1 pkg buttermilk just add water cornbreadContinue reading “Mexican Shepherd’s Pie”
Chili’s Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup (Copy Cat)
1/2 lb chicken tenderloins 2 TBSP minced onion (or use fresh) 1 tbsp garlic powder (or use fresh) 2 cups chicken broth (water + cube) 1 cup water 1/2 cup masa harina 1/2 cup enchilada sauce (I use taco bell mild sauce) 8 ounces Velveeta 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1/4 teaspoon cuminContinue reading “Chili’s Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup (Copy Cat)”