Recipes
Teriyaki Chicken Ramen Stir-Fry
Teriyaki Chicken Ramen Stir-Fry
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 package 22 ounces frozen grilled chicken breast strips
- 1 medium yellow summer squash thinly sliced
- 1 cup julienned carrots
- â…“ cup halved fresh snow peas
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 packages 3 ounces each chicken ramen noodles, broken into small pieces
- 1 â…“ cups water
- â…“ cup white wine or chicken broth
- 3 tablespoons reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
- 4 green onions sliced
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat; sauté chicken strips, squash, and carrots until the chicken is heated through, for about 6-8 minutes.
- Add snow peas; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and the contents of one ramen seasoning packet (discard or save the second packet for another use); cook and stir for 1 minute.
- Add broken ramen noodles, water, white wine or chicken broth, and teriyaki sauce.
- Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until noodles are tender, for about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat; stir in sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this dish with a light-bodied white wine such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc. The crisp acidity of these wines complements the teriyaki flavors in the dish. Alternatively, serve with iced green tea or a cold glass of sparkling water with a splash of lime for a refreshing non-alcoholic option.Nutrition values
Calories: 460 kcal | koolhydraten: 37 g | Eiwitten: 45 g | Vet: 15 g | Suiker: 6 g
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Chicken and Mushroom Egg Roll Stir-Fry
Chicken and Mushroom Egg Roll Stir-Fry
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground chicken
- 1 ½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 package 14 ounces coleslaw mix
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 3 cups hot cooked brown rice
- ½ cup sweet-and-sour sauce
- Wonton strips optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground chicken with mushrooms, onion, garlic, and ginger over medium-high heat until no longer pink, for about 6-8 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the soy sauce.
- Add the coleslaw mix to the skillet; cook and stir until wilted, for about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the sesame oil.
- Serve the mixture with hot cooked brown rice and sweet-and-sour sauce.
- If desired, top with wonton strips.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
Pair this dish with a light and refreshing white wine such as Pinot Grigio or a dry Riesling. The acidity in the wine will complement the flavors of the dish nicely. For a non-alcoholic option, try serving with iced green tea or sparkling water with a splash of lime.Nutrition values
Calories: 451 kcal | koolhydraten: 58 g | Eiwitten: 30 g | Vet: 11 g | Suiker: 13 g
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Quick and Healthy Chicken and Dumplings
Quick and Healthy Chicken and Dumplings
Equipment
- Dutch oven
- cooking spray
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 3 celery ribs chopped
- 2 medium carrots sliced
- 3 cans 14 ½ ounces each reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 3 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
- ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
- â…› teaspoon pepper
- 1 â…” cups reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix
- â…” cup fat-free milk
Instructions
- In a Dutch oven coated with cooking spray, cook and stir the chopped celery and sliced carrots over medium heat until tender, for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chicken broth, cubed chicken, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.
- For the dumplings, mix the biscuit mix and milk until a soft dough forms.
- Drop the dough by tablespoonfuls on top of the simmering liquid.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 10-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the dumplings comes out clean (do not lift the cover during the first 10 minutes).
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
A light-bodied white wine such as Chardonnay or a dry Riesling would pair well with the comforting flavors of chicken and dumplings. Alternatively, for a non-alcoholic option, consider serving with apple cider or sparkling water with a splash of lemon.Nutrition values
Calories: 260 kcal | koolhydraten: 28 g | Eiwitten: 27 g | Vet: 4 g | Suiker: 9 g
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Spicy Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds lean ground chicken
- 1 celery rib diced
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- â…“ cup ketchup
- ¼ cup Louisiana-style hot sauce
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
- 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
- 12 Bibb or Boston lettuce leaves
- Crumbled blue cheese optional
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground chicken over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the diced celery and pepper; continue to cook and stir until the chicken is no longer pink and the celery is crisp-tender, for about 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in the ketchup, hot sauce, brown sugar, vinegar, and mustard; bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the flavors are blended, for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Serve the buffalo chicken mixture in lettuce leaves.
- If desired, top with crumbled blue cheese.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
To complement the spicy flavors of the buffalo chicken, consider serving it with a light and crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc or a cold beer like an IPA. For non-alcoholic options, a refreshing iced tea or sparkling water with a splash of lemon would also pair well.Nutrition values
Calories: 198 kcal | koolhydraten: 11 g | Eiwitten: 24 g | Vet: 6 g | Suiker: 11 g
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Greek Chicken and Artichoke Skillet
Greek Chicken and Artichoke Skillet
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves 4 ounces each
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 can 14 ounces water-packed quartered artichoke hearts, rinsed and drained
- â…” cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
- ¼ cup halved pimiento-stuffed olives
- ¼ cup halved pitted Greek olives
- 2 tablespoons minced fresh oregano or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Brown the chicken on both sides.
- Add the remaining ingredients to the skillet and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer until a thermometer inserted into the chicken reads 165°F, for about 4-5 minutes.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
For a dish with Greek-inspired flavors, consider pairing it with a crisp white wine such as Assyrtiko or Sauvignon Blanc. If you prefer red wine, a light-bodied red like Pinot Noir could also complement the dish. For non-alcoholic options, try a sparkling water with a twist of lemon for a refreshing beverage.Nutrition values
Calories: 225 kcal | koolhydraten: 9 g | Eiwitten: 26 g | Vet: 9 g | Suiker: 0 g
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Mexican Tortilla Bake
Mexican Tortilla Bake
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing spoon
- 9-inch round baking pan
- cooking spray
Ingredients
- ½ pound lean ground beef 90% lean
- ½ cup chopped onion
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 can 14 ½ ounces Mexican diced tomatoes, drained
- ¾ cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro divided
- 4 whole wheat tortillas 8 inches
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground beef with onion and garlic over medium heat until no longer pink, for 4-6 minutes.
- Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, and drained diced tomatoes.
- Bring to a boil, then remove from heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together the ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, and 2 tablespoons of minced cilantro.
- Place one tortilla in a 9-inch round baking pan coated with cooking spray.
- Layer with half of the meat sauce, then place another tortilla on top.
- Spread the ricotta mixture over the tortilla, then place another tortilla on top of the ricotta mixture.
- Layer with the remaining meat sauce, then place the last tortilla on top.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and the remaining minced cilantro.
- Bake, covered, until heated through, for 15-20 minutes.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Mexican Tortilla Bake!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
For this Tex-Mex inspired dish, consider pairing it with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir or a crisp white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc. If you prefer non-alcoholic options, try a cold glass of horchata or a refreshing limeade.Nutrition values
Calories: 356 kcal | koolhydraten: 32 g | Eiwitten: 25 g | Vet: 14 g | Suiker: 7 g
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Quick Beef and Pasta Skillet
Quick Beef and Pasta Skillet
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Cooking spoon
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups uncooked medium pasta shells about 4 ounces
- 1 pound lean ground beef 90% lean
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 1 garlic clove minced
- 1 can 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 1 can 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions; then drain and set aside.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground beef with onion and garlic over medium-high heat until no longer pink, for 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the crushed tomatoes, tomato sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until the flavors are blended, for 10-15 minutes.
- Stir in the cooked pasta and heat through.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Quick Beef and Pasta Skillet!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
A light-bodied red wine such as Beaujolais or a fruity rosé would pair nicely with this dish. If you prefer non-alcoholic options, try a sparkling water with a splash of cranberry juice for a refreshing beverage.
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Healthy Beef Stir-Fry with Green Peppers
Healthy Beef Stir-Fry with Green Peppers
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Mixing spoon
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ¼ cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
- ¼ cup water
- 2 tablespoons canola oil divided
- 1 pound beef top sirloin steak cut into ¼-inch-thick strips
- 2 small onions cut into thin wedges
- 2 celery ribs sliced diagonally
- 1 medium green pepper cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium tomatoes cut into wedges
- Hot cooked rice
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch, soy sauce, and water until smooth.
- In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of canola oil over medium-high heat.
- Stir-fry the beef strips until browned, for about 2-3 minutes.
- Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
- In the same skillet, stir-fry the onions, celery, and green pepper in the remaining tablespoon of canola oil for 3 minutes.
- Stir the cornstarch mixture again, then add it to the skillet.
- Bring to a boil and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened and bubbly, for 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato wedges and the reserved beef strips.
- Heat through.
- Serve the stir-fry hot with hot cooked rice.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
For a dish with savory flavors like this, consider pairing it with a light-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir or a fruity white wine like Riesling. If you prefer non-alcoholic options, a sparkling water with a slice of lime or lemon would be refreshing.Nutrition values
Calories: 259 kcal | koolhydraten: 10 g | Eiwitten: 27 g | Vet: 12 g | Suiker: 4 g
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Mushroom Beef Skillet with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Mushroom Beef Skillet with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
Equipment
- large saucepan
- Large skillet
- Mixing spoon
- Potato masher
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds red potatoes about 6 medium, cut into 1 ½-inch pieces
- 1 pound ground beef
- ½ pound sliced fresh mushrooms
- 1 medium onion halved and sliced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon pepper divided
- ½ teaspoon salt divided
- 1 can 14 ½ ounces beef broth
- 2 tablespoons butter softened
- ½ cup half-and-half cream
- ½ cup french-fried onions
Instructions
- Place the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough water to cover them.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium and cook, uncovered, until tender, for 10-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook and crumble the ground beef with mushrooms and onion over medium-high heat until no longer pink, for 6-8 minutes.
- Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in flour, ½ teaspoon of pepper, and ¼ teaspoon of salt until blended.
- Gradually stir in the beef broth, then bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, until thickened, for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Drain the cooked potatoes and return them to the pan.
- Mash the potatoes to your desired consistency, adding butter, cream, and the remaining salt and pepper.
- Spoon the mashed potatoes into serving bowls.
- Top the mashed potatoes with the beef mixture and sprinkle with french-fried onions.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Mushroom Beef Skillet with Creamy Mashed Potatoes!
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Advice:
For this hearty and savory dish, consider a medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot or Malbec to complement the richness of the beef and mushrooms. If you prefer a white wine, opt for a crisp Chardonnay. For non-alcoholic options, a sparkling water with a splash of lemon or lime would be refreshing.Nutrition values
Calories: 517 kcal | koolhydraten: 40 g | Eiwitten: 28 g | Vet: 26 g | Suiker: 5 g