“Skinny” Chicken Tacos

Description Zesty, easy, and quick way to make chicken tacos that are delicious and diet-friendly. Other options for toppings would be low-fat sour cream, 2% reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend, and salsa. Ingredients 1 pound thinly sliced chicken breasts, cut into thin strips 3 limes, juiced, divided 2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided 2 teaspoons garlic powder, … Read more

Slow Cooker Puerto Rican Shredded Pork

Description Very tasty and your slow cooker does most of the work. Serve shredded pork in lettuce wraps or in corn tortillas. Top with pico de gallo, chopped cilantro, and avocado. Ingredients 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 (3 pound) boneless pork sirloin roast (trimmed and tied with kitchen twine, if necessary) 1 cup orange juice … Read more

Panang Curry

Description This is a coconut-based curry that has a nice spicy kick. Non-traditional vegetables add great texture and flavor to an already fantastic flavor. Best served with rinsed and steamed basmati rice. Ingredients 2 tablespoons cooking oil 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into 1-inch strips 1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk 2 tablespoons … Read more

Steak Fajitas

Description Beef fajitas are delicious served with a lot of condiments on the side. My favorites are guacamole, extra cilantro, and beans and rice! Ingredients 1 pound lean steak, cut into strips ½ cup fresh lime juice ½ tablespoon ground black pepper 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 large onion, cut … Read more

Moroccan Chicken Tagine

Description Sweet and savory stewed chicken with dried fruits and exotic spices. Serve this on top of couscous and top with toasted almonds and fresh cilantro. Children love the familiarity of the ‘sweet’ spices and dried fruits. Ingredients ¼ cup ground cinnamon ¼ cup ground cumin 2 tablespoons ground turmeric 2 tablespoons ground coriander 2 … Read more

Instant Pot® Chicken Tagine with Butternut Squash and Spinach

Description Butternut squash, chicken thighs, spinach, and spices are thrown together and cooked quickly and easily in an Instant Pot® in this Moroccan-inspired chicken tagine. Ingredients 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 3 ½ teaspoons kosher salt, divided 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons sweet paprika 1 teaspoon ground coriander ½ teaspoon … Read more

Chicken Piccata III

Description This variation on the original uses mushrooms and artichoke hearts as a tasty twist. Yum! Serve over pasta or rice. White wine or water may be substituted for chicken broth. Ingredients 1 cup all-purpose flour ½ teaspoon paprika 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves – cut … Read more

West African Lime Cake

Description This is such an easy cake that even the kids can make it with some adult supervision. Ingredients 1 cup white sugar 2 ½ tablespoons butter, softened 2 eggs, beaten 1 lime, juiced 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 2 ¼ teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon chopped peanuts, or to taste (Optional) Instructions Preheat the oven to 300 … Read more

Instant Pot® Greek Chicken

Description So for Christmas I received an Instant Pot® and immediately thought how cool. I had heard about them in podcasts that I listen to, but then thought will I really use it? Yes! I love it… cuts down cook time and everything is super tender and flavorful. I am a fan! This Greek chicken … Read more

Mexican Ground Beef and Potato Skillet

Description This simple, one-skillet Mexican entree contains ground beef, potatoes, and vegetables. Serve with or on flour tortillas. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 5 cups diced potatoes 1 pound ground beef 2 medium carrots, shredded 1 medium onion, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 jalapeno pepper, diced 2 teaspoons ground cumin 2 teaspoons chili … Read more