Makes 8 servings Ingredients 2 cups instant brown rice 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts 2 cups salsa 1 cup water 1/2 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray a baking dish with cooking spray. Spread uncooked rice in bottom of dish. Lay chicken breasts on top of rice. Combine salsa … Read More about Chicken and Rice with Salsa
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Chicken and Broccoli Crustless Quiche
Makes 8 servings Ingredients 5 large eggs 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese Ground black pepper, to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cooked and shredded 10 ounces frozen, chopped broccoli, thawed 1/4 cup carrots, shredded 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. … Read More about Chicken and Broccoli Crustless Quiche
Southwestern Turkey Casserole
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1 cup onion, chopped 1/2 green pepper, chopped 1 teaspoon vegetable oil 1 pound ground turkey 8 ounces canned, low-sodium tomatoes 10 ounces frozen corn, thawed 1 cup 1% low-fat milk 1/2 cup cornmeal 1 teaspoon garlic powder 2 tablespoons chili powder 3/4 cup low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded Directions Preheat … Read More about Southwestern Turkey Casserole
Chicken Quesadillas
Makes 4 servings Serving Size: 1 quesadilla Ingredients 1 cup skinless chicken, precooked and shredded 2 tablespoons chunky tomato salsa 1/4 cup onion, chopped 1/4 cup green bell pepper, chopped 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded 4 whole-wheat tortillas Directions Mix chicken, salsa, onion, and green pepper. Spray a skillet with cooking spray and place … Read More about Chicken Quesadillas
Whole-Grain Crackers and Cheese
Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 3 sandwiches Ingredients 12 whole-grain, baked, or reduced-fat crackers 2 slices of low-fat cheese (American, cheddar, or Swiss) Directions Tear the cheese slices into 3 pieces. Place one piece of cheese between two crackers. Repeat for the remaining cheese and crackers. … Read More about Whole-Grain Crackers and Cheese
Olé Frijolés Dip
Makes 4 servings Ingredients 1 cup low-fat or fat-free refried beans 1/4 cup mild taco sauce 1/3 cup low-fat cheddar cheese Corn chips, baby carrots, and/or celery Directions Wash hands and surfaces. Wash lid of refried beans can. Open with clean can opener. Place 1 cup of low-fat refried beans into bowl. Measure 1/4 cup … Read More about Olé Frijolés Dip
Cheesy Breakfast Burrito
Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1/2 burrito Ingredients Non-stick cooking spray 2 strips turkey bacon 2 eggs 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 (10-inch) whole-wheat tortilla 1/8 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1 tomato, sliced Directions Spray skillet with non-stick cooking spray. Cook turkey bacon over medium-high heat, turning once, until crispy. Break into … Read More about Cheesy Breakfast Burrito
Pizza Food Group Funny Face
Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1 slice Ingredients 1 whole grain English muffin 2 tablespoons of pizza or spaghetti sauce 1/4 cup cup of shredded mozzarella cheese 1/4 green pepper, cut into various sized pieces 1/4 cup cubed ham pieces 2 tablespoons pineapple tidbits Directions Use an English muffin as a base for a funny … Read More about Pizza Food Group Funny Face
Rainbow Pita Pockets
Makes 2 servings Serving Size: 1 pita pocket Ingredients 2 whole-wheat pita pockets 2 lettuce leaves 6 grape tomatoes, sliced in half 1/4 cup shredded low-fat cheese 2 ounces lean deli meat Low-fat ranch dressing 100% fruit juice (optional) Directions Build your own Rainbow Pita Pocket by filling the pita with the ingredients. Serve … Read More about Rainbow Pita Pockets
Easy Stovetop Lasagna
Makes 6 servings Ingredients 1/2 pound lean ground beef 28 ounces canned, diced, low-sodium tomatoes 6 ounces tomato paste 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 8 ounces whole-grain lasagna noodles 8 ounces low-fat cottage cheese 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions Brown ground beef in a large skillet. Drain off oil and return to skillet. Stir … Read More about Easy Stovetop Lasagna