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Chicken Bow Tie Sausage Pasta

May 2, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

This recipe is perfect for that beloved Italian night with your family! It is packed with protein and iron. This healthy pasta recipe will for sure become a family favorite. Bon Appetit!

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Servings
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Servings
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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1/2 medium onion chopped
  • 8 ounces chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1/2 pound turkey sausage
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • 1/2 medium green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 14.5 ounce can tomato sauce unsalted
  • 1 16 ounce package bow tie pasta
  • 1/2 tablespoon Italian herb blend
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  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta and cook 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  2. Cut chicken breast into large bite size pieces.
  3. Cut sausage into large pieces. In a large, deep skillet over medium low heat, add oil, garlic and onion and saute to flavor oil.
  4. Add chicken and sausage to skillet and brown lightly.
  5. Add tomatoes, tomato sauce and green peppers.
  6. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 20 minutes. Season mixture with Italian herb blend.
  7. Add cooked, drained pasta to a skillet mixture.
  8. Toss and serve.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Chicken, pasta, Pork, protein, sausage

Slow Cooker Pork Cacciatore

April 27, 2016 by Dinner Tonight

This healthy version of an Italian classic is as delicious as it is easy to make. Stick this in the slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal with minimal effort.


Slow Cooker Pork Cacciatore
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Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
4 hrs 40 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
4 hrs 40 minutes
Slow Cooker Pork Cacciatore
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Servings Prep Time
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Cook Time
4 hrs 40 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
4 hrs 40 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes unsalted and undrained
  • 1 6 ounce can tomato paste unsalted
  • 1 green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 4 ounce package sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1/2 tsp Italian herb blend no sodium added
  • 1 pound pork tenderloin
  • 2 cups penne pasta cooked
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup low fat mozzarella cheese grated or shredded
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  1. Mix tomatoes and tomato paste in slow cooker until well blended. Stir in vegetables and add Italian seasoning.
  2. Cut mean into 8 pieces. Add to slow cooker; cover with lid. Cook low 4 to 4 1/2 hours.
  3. Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt. When meat is cooked, transfer to plate reserving sauce in slow cooker. Cover meat to keep warm. Mix cornstarch and water until well blended. Add to sauce; stir. Cover an cook for 6-8 minutes.
  4. Drain pasta; spoon onto plate. Top with meat, sauce and cheese.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Heart Healthy, pasta, Pork, protein, Slow Cooker

Taco Casserole

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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, casserole, casseroles, dinner, kid friendly, leftovers, protein, recipe, recipes, taco, tacos, tex mex

Corn Stuffed Pork Chops

July 22, 2015 by Dinner Tonight

If you are not a fan of pork chops, you can filet a chicken breast and use the same stuffing recipe. Enjoy!

Corn Stuffed Pork Chops recipe, 4 stuffed pork chops plated on a white plate, ready to serve.
Corn Stuffed Pork Chops
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Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
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Servings Prep Time
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Cook Time
40 minutes
Servings Prep Time
4 15 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup onion chopped
  • 1/4 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3/4 cup corn kernels fresh or frozen, thaw if frozen
  • 1 cup chicken stuffing mix low sodium
  • 2 tbsp canned, diced pimentos
  • 1/8 tsp ground cumin
  • 1/8 tsp ground black pepper
  • 4 4 ounce extra lean pork chops
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  1. In a large skillet, sauté onion and green pepper in olive oil for 3-4 minutes or until tender.
  2. Stir in the stuffing mix, corn, pimientos, cumin, and pepper.
  3. Cut a pocket in each pork chop by making a horizontal slice almost to the bone; fill with stuffing.
  4. Secure with toothpicks if necessary.
  5. Place in a baking dish.
  6. Bake, uncovered, at 375 degrees for 35-40 minutes or until meat juices run clear and meat thermometer reads 160 degrees.
  7. Discard toothpicks before serving.
Recipe Notes

Corn Stuffed Pork Chops Nutrition Facts Serving size (179g) servings per container 4 Amount per serving Calories 310 % Daily Value Total Fat 13 g 17 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 90 mg 30 % Sodium 210 mg 9 % Total Carbohydrate 18 g 7 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 31 g Vitamin D 1 mcg 6 % Calcium 68 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 472 mg 10 %

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Swiss Steak Deluxe

February 23, 2015 by Dinner Tonight


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Ingredients
  • 1.5 lb round steak trimmed and cut into 1 inch pieces
  • 1 8 oz package fresh mushrooms sliced
  • 1 cup onion sliced
  • 1 cup celery sliced
  • 1 cup green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 tbsp garlic minced
  • 1 8 oz reduced sodium tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 14.5 oz tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 .87 oz package brown gravy mix
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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  1. In a 6 quart slow cooker, combine steak, mushrooms, onion, celery, bell pepper and garlic.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine all other ingredients. Pour over steak mixture. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours or 4-5 hours.
  3. Serve on a bed of wild or brown rice.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, Beef, protein, Slow Cooker, steak

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