Weeknight Paella

Weeknight Paella

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Equipment

  • skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 package 5.9 oz chicken-garlic rice and vermicelli mix
  • 1 cup frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry from 1-lb bag
  • 1ยพ cups chicken broth from 32-oz carton
  • ยพ cup water
  • 1 dried bay leaf
  • 8 oz fully cooked chorizo sausage cut into bite-size pieces
  • ยฝ cup frozen baby sweet peas
  • 1 deli rotisserie chicken 2 lb, cut into 6 serving pieces
  • 1 cup cooked deveined peeled medium shrimp thawed if frozen, tail shells removed

Instructions

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add rice mix and stir-fry vegetables; cook 2 to Minutes, stirring constantly, until rice mix begins to brown.
  • Stir in broth, water, bay leaf and seasoning packet from rice mix.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 5 minutes.
  • Stir in sausage and peas.
  • Add chicken.
  • Heat to boiling over medium-high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in shrimp.
  • Cover; cook about 5 minutes or until shrimp and chicken are thoroughly heated.
  • Remove bay leaf before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Time-saver:
Chorizo is a spicy Spanish or Mexican pork sausage sold fully cooked or fresh. Using the cooked Spanish variety is definitely a time-saver, but you can use fresh Mexican chorizo instead. Just be sure to cook it thoroughly before adding to the recipe.

Nutrition values

Calories: 440 kcal
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Course; Fish / One Pot Dinner
Cuisine; European / Spain

Beefy Rice Skillet

Beefy Rice Skillet

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Equipment

  • skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean at least 80% ground beef
  • 2ยฝ cups hot water
  • ยพ cup ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots cut lengthwise in half
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • ยผ teaspoon pepper
  • 1 package 6.4 oz four-cheese rice and pasta blend
  • 1ยฝ cups fresh broccoli florets
  • ยฝ cup cherry or grape tomatoes cut in half

Instructions

  • In 12-inch skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Stir water, carrots, butter, pepper, rice mixture and contents of seasoning packet into beef.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat; cover and cook about 15 minutes or until rice and carrots are almost tender, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in broccoli.
  • Cover; cook 5 minutes or until crisp-tender.
  • Stir in tomatoes.
  • Cook uncovered about 1 minute or just until heated.

Notes & Wine Advice

Time-saver:
Make this recipe even easier by simply purchasing already-cut veggies in the produce section or at the salad bar in the grocery store.

Nutrition values

Calories: 420 kcal
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Course; Beef / One Pot Dinner / Rice

Cheesy Steak And Potato Skillet

Cheesy Steak And Potato Skillet

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Equipment

  • nonstick skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 1 l boneless beef sirloin steak cut into Serving pieces
  • ยพ teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ยฝ teaspoon garlic-pepper blend
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1ยฝ cups frozen bell pepper and onion stir-fry from 1-lb bag
  • 1 bag 20 oz refrigerated home-style potato slices
  • 1 cup shredded American-Cheddar cheese blend 4 oz

Instructions

  • Sprinkle beef pieces with ยผ teaspoon of the seasoned salt and ยผ teaspoon of the garlic-pepper blend.
  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, cook beef over medium-high heat 3 to 4 minutes, turning once or twice, until browned and desired doneness.
  • Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm.
  • In same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add stir-fry vegetables; cook 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add potatoes; sprinkle with remaining ยฝ teaspoon seasoned salt and ยผ teaspoon garlic-pepper blend.
  • Cook uncovered 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until tender.
  • Place beef in skillet with potatoes, pushing potatoes around beef.
  • Cook 1 to 2 minutes, turning beef once, until hot.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover; heat until cheese is melted.

Notes & Wine Advice

Healthy twist:
This easy skillet dish has everything going for it โ€” itโ€™s high in calcium and iron and low in carbohydrates.

Nutrition values

Calories: 470 kcal
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Asparagus And Turkey Sausage Skillet

Asparagus And Turkey Sausage Skillet

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Equipment

  • nonstick skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive or vegetable oil
  • 1 package 19.5 oz lean Italian turkey sausages, casings removed, cut into ยฝ-inch slices
  • 1 large onion coarsely chopped (1 cup)
  • 1 cup chicken broth from 32-oz carton
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 cup uncooked orzo or rosamarina pasta 6 oz
  • 1 lb fresh asparagus spears trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons sliced pimientos from 4-oz jar

Instructions

  • In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add sausage and onion; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in broth and water.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Stir in orzo; boil 2 minutes.
  • Add asparagus and pimientos.
  • Reduce heat to medium; cover and return to boiling.
  • Cook 8 to 10 minutes or until orzo is tender.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:
Frozen asparagus is a great substitute for the fresh. One 9- or 10-ounce box (about 1ยฝ cups) is the right amount.

Nutrition values

Calories: 470 kcal
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Curried Turkey Stir-Fry

Curried Turkey Stir-Fry

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Equipment

  • nonstick skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 1ยพ cups uncooked instant brown rice
  • 2 cups water
  • ยผ teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
  • 1 lb turkey breast strips for stir-fry
  • 1 medium red bell pepper cut into thin strips
  • 2 cups small fresh broccoli florets
  • 1ยผ cups reduced-sodium chicken broth from 32-oz carton
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 4 teaspoons curry powder
  • ยฝ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ยผ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Cook rice as directed on package, using water and ยผ teaspoon salt.
  • Meanwhile, in 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add turkey; cook 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until browned.
  • Stir in bell pepper and broccoli.
  • Cook 2 minutes.
  • ln small bowl, mix remaining ingredients.
  • Stir into turkey and vegetables.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Reduce heat; cover and cook 2 to Minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and turkey is no longer pink in center.
  • Serve over rice.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:
If you canโ€™t find the ready-to-cook turkey breast strips, you can purchase turkey breast tenderloins and cut them into strips.

Nutrition values

Calories: 470 kcal
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Turkey Stroganoff Skillet Supper

Turkey Stroganoff Skillet Supper

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Equipment

  • skillet 10-inch

Ingredients

  • ยพ cup chicken broth from 32-oz carton
  • 1 jar turkey gravy
  • 2ยฝ cups uncooked wide egg noodles 4 oz
  • 1 cup sliced fresh carrots 2 medium
  • 1 cup frozen sweet peas from 12-oz bag
  • ยฝ cup sour cream
  • โ…› teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • โ…› teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups cubed cooked turkey

Instructions

  • In 10-inch skillet, mix broth and gravy until well blended.
  • Heat to boiling.
  • Stir in noodles, carrots, peas, sour cream, nutmeg and pepper.
  • Return to boiling.
  • Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 10 minutes.
  • Stir in turkey.
  • Cook 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until noodles and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition values

Calories: 400 kcal
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Quick Creamy Parmesan Chicken Penne

Quick Creamy Parmesan Chicken Penne

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Equipment

  • skillet 10-inch

Ingredients

  • 1 pouch 9 oz creamy Parmesan-basil cooking sauce
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1ยฝ cups water
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
  • 2 cups chopped cooked chicken
  • โ…“ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomato
  • ยผ cups Italian-style panko crispy bread crumbs

Instructions

  • In 10-inch skillet, heat cooking sauce, butter, water, and salt and pepper (as desired) to boiling.
  • Stir in pasta; reduce heat to medium.
  • Cover; cook about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender.
  • Stir in chicken and cheese.
  • Top with tomato and bread crumbs.
  • Serve immediately.

Nutrition values

Calories: 670 kcal
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Parmesan Chicken Ziti With Artichokes And Spinach

Parmesan Chicken Ziti With Artichokes And Spinach

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Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • medium bowl

Ingredients

  • 4 cups water
  • 2 cans 12 oz each evaporated milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 1 lb uncooked ziti pasta
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch
  • 2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
  • 1 can 14 oz artichoke hearts, drained, coarsely chopped
  • 2ยฝ cups shredded Parmesan cheese 10 oz
  • Juice of 2 medium lemons about โ…” cup
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cups baby spinach leaves 5-oz package
  • ยฝ teaspoon pepper if desired

Instructions

  • In Dutch oven or large saucepot, heat water, 1 can of the evaporated milk, the salt, garlic and pasta to simmering over medium heat.
  • Simmer 12 to 14 minutes, stirring frequently, until pasta is tender.
  • In medium bowl, beat remaining can of evaporated milk and the cornstarch; stir in chicken and artichoke hearts.
  • Add to mixture in Dutch oven; return to simmering, and continue to simmer 1 to Minutes or until thickened and mixture coats back of spoon.
  • Remove from heat; stir in half of the cheese and the lemon juice.
  • Stir until cheese melts, then add remaining cheese (reserving ยผ cup for serving, if desired) and butter; stir again.
  • Add spinach, and stir until wilted.
  • Sprinkle with pepper and serve with reserved cheese.

Notes & Wine Advice

Quick Variation:
Baby kale or chard makes a great stand-in for spinach in this recipe.
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Parmesan Chicken With Fettucine

Parmesan Chicken With Fettucine

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Equipment

  • skillet 12-inch

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 package 9 oz refrigerated fettuccine
  • 1 bag frozen cut green beans thawed
  • 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
  • ยฝ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • In 12-inch skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic; cook about 30 seconds, stirring occasionally, until softened.
  • Stir in marinara sauce and water.
  • Cover; heat to boiling over medium heat.
  • Add fettuccine and green beans; stir to separate fettuccine.
  • Return to boiling.
  • Cover; boil 3 to 5 minutes or until beans are tender.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Sprinkle with cheese.
  • Cover; let stand 2 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Notes & Wine Advice

Time-saver:
To quickly thaw the green beans, place them in a colander or strainer, then rinse with cool water until thawed. Drain well.

Nutrition values

Calories: 590 kcal
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Roasted-Vegetable Tacos

Roasted-Vegetable Tacos

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion cut into wedges
  • 1 medium bell pepper any color, cut lengthwise into eighths
  • 1 medium zucchini cut into ยผ-inch slices
  • Olive oil cooking spray
  • ยฝ teaspoon salt
  • ยผ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese 4 oz
  • 12 taco shells
  • ยพ cup chunky-style salsa
  • Chopped fresh cilantro if desired

Instructions

  • Heat oven to 425ยฐF.
  • Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Place mushrooms, onion, bell pepper and zucchini in single layer in pan.
  • Spray with cooking spray.
  • Sprinkle with salt and red pepper.
  • Bake uncovered 20 to 25 minutes, turning vegetables once, until tender.
  • Divide cheese evenly among taco shells.
  • Top with vegetables and salsa.
  • Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition values

Calories: 230 kcal
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