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A Healthier Chicken Parmesan

7:24 AM ByRachelFiled UnderMain Dishes, Mouthwatering Monday

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We love Italian Food and Chicken Parmesan ranks right up there at the top of my favorites list! However, with the breading and oil usually involved it isn’t always the most waistline friendly. This recipe is a full flavor, less fat version and it’s really easy to make! (BONUS)

Healthier Chicken Parmesan
(This makes 2 servings)

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, butterflied
1 wedge real parmesan cheese, some sliced and some grated
3 Tbsp Italian Seasonings
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 (6 oz) can tomato paste
1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with garlic and olive oil (or your favorite Italian blend)
1/2 C chicken broth
Barilla Pasta Plus Thin Spaghetti Noodles
2 Tbsp chopped flat parsley, plus some for garnish

Cut 4 thin slices from the wedge of Parmesan, butterfly the chicken breasts and places 2 slices of cheese in the open center of each breast. Close the chicken breasts and sprinkle each breast with Italian Seasoning.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat add some olive oil and then the chicken and 1/2 of your garlic; cook until the chicken breasts are browned on both sides, about 25 minutes. Remove the chicken breasts and set aside.
Add tomato paste, diced tomatoes, 1 Tbsp Italian Seasoning and more garlic, gradually add in the chicken broth and heat until bubbling, stirring occasionally.
Add the chicken breasts back in and heat the chicken thoroughly in the sauce. Lower to a simmer and cover until ready to serve.
Serve the chicken atop your Barilla Pasta Plus Thin Spaghetti Noodles.
Grate fresh parmesan cheese over the chicken and sprinkle with chopped parsley.

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Taggedchicken, chicken parmesan, healthier, Italian Food, lighter, pasta 12 Comments

Garlic and Soy Baked Chicken Thighs

12:01 AM ByRachelFiled UnderMouthwatering Monday, Poultry

Heather is one of my favorite people.

She is down to earth, talented and sweet. When she posted this recipe on her site, Home Ec 101, I knew that I had to try it and I’m so glad that I did. It is a massive hit at our house! Nathan actually ate 3 thighs in one sitting and they are truly tonguegasmically, mouthwateringly delicious! Plus, with chicken thighs going for about $5.00 a package, they are significantly budget friendly! (YAY)

Garlic and Soy Baked Chicken Thighs

Prep Time: 2 hours, 5 minutes

Cook Time: 35 minutes

Approximate Time: 2 hours, 40 minutes

Yield: 6 - 8 chicken thighs

Garlic and Soy Baked Chicken Thighs

Garlic, Soy Sauce, Honey and Fresh Ginger baked Chicken Thighs - quick, easy, delicious and budget friendly!

Ingredients

6 – 8 chicken thighs (bone in or boneless skinless)
1/2 cup low sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/2 Tbsp fresh grated ginger
2 green onions, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
crushed red pepper (1 tsp. or more, to taste)

Instructions

Whisk together the soy sauce, honey, onion, garlic, ginger and crushed red pepper
Place the chicken thighs and your marinade into a large ziplock baggie and marinate for 2 hours to overnight.
Turn the bag halfway through so that all the thighs get equal drenching time.
Place the thighs skin side up in a baking dish that leaves just a bit of room, but not too much, between each chicken thigh. Pour the marinade over the thighs.
Bake at 350°F for 30 – 40 minutes.

Rachel Note - make sure that if you're using boneless, skinless thighs that you check the temperature at about 20 minutes - you don't want to overcook.

Optional

Garnish with more chopped green onions, we do.

http://asouthernfairytale.com/2009/03/23/garlic-and-soy-baked-chicken-thighs/

I served this with green beans and a small green salad, it was amazing. Seriously y’all, you must try this dish! I will absolutely be making again for our house! NOM NOM NOM!!

Thank you Heather!!!

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Pollo Rosa Maria

12:01 AM ByRachelFiled UnderMouthwatering Monday, Poultry

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I teased y’all yesterday with this picture and with the promise of something yummy to come so here it is.

This is the recipe that I made for Nathan’s Birthday dinner and y’all, it is amazing. The flavor profile is subtle, savory, light and fabulous. Lemon, White Wine, Garlic, Onions and Fresh Basil. YUM!

This is not one of my own recipes, this is one of Carrabba’s Italian Grill’s recipes and as a treat for all of my Blissfully Delish readers (and y’all too!), Carrabba’s is offering a $50 gift card to enjoy their very special Valentine’s and Pre-Valentine’s Day celebration. You can go here to learn more and to enter. This contest is over and the winner announced on Blissfully Delish.

Carrabba’s Pollo Rosa Maria

* 2 chicken breasts, boneless, skinless and butterflied
* 2 slices prosciutto ham
* 2 slices Fontina cheese ( I couldn’t find Fontina so I used Mozzarella)
* 2 Tbsp. fresh basil, chopped
* 4 Tbsp. butter, divided
* 6 mushrooms, sliced
* 1 small onion, chopped
* 1/2 cup fresh garlic chopped ( i ran out of fresh garlic and used minced in a jar, thus the chunky sauce)
* 1/2 cup white wine (remember, don’t use wine you wouldn’t drink)
* 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice
* White pepper to taste
* Kosher salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Cover one-half of each breast section with one slice of prosciutto ham, one slice of Fontina cheese. Fold chicken breast half flap over the dressed chicken breast half; season with grill seasoning.Grill and baste until cooked.
2. In a sauté pan place 1 Tbsp. butter, sauté mushrooms and onions and garlic until softened. Add white wine and lemon juice; simmer approximately 10 minutes on medium-low heat to reduce.
3. A little at a time, add remaining 3 Tbsp. butter until butter melts and mixture emulsifies, add basil. Place lemon butter mushroom basil sauce on top of the Rosa. Serve with pasta (I recommend Barilla Pasta Plus, in the yellow box. Thin spaghetti)

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Taggedbasil, carrabbas, chicken, Italian Food, pasta, pollo rosa maria 23 Comments