Pork chops with cranberry, Port and rosemary sauce

This is also good with boneless skinless chicken thighs.

Makes 4 servings

INGREDIENTS
4 1 inch thick pork rib chops (or 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs)
2 3/4 tsp minced fresh rosemary (divided)
2 TB butter
3/4 cup low salt chicken broths
3/4 cup tawny Port (or Madeira or sherry)
1 cup cranberry sauce (fresh or canned)

PREPARATION
Sprinkle meat wit salt, pepper and 1 tsp rosemary. Cook butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat until beginning to brown. Add meat and cook until brown and cooked through (3-5 minutes per side).
Transfer to a platter, cover and keep warm.
Add broth, Port and remaining 1 3/4 tsp rosemary to the skillet; boil until liquid is slightly reduced (about 4 minutes). Add cranberry sauce, bring to boil, then reduce to medium and simmer until sauce is thickened (about 7 minutes) Season sauce to taste with salt & pepper. Spoon sauce over meat and serve.

Bon Appetit fast easy fresh cookbook pg 401

Chicken breasts with mushroom sauce

Butter and whipping cream add a wonderful lushness to this savory pan gravy, which features fresh morel and button mushrooms.

Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

• 6 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 3 tablespoons butter, divided
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 ounces morel mushrooms
• 4 ounces button mushrooms, thinly sliced
• 2 cups fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 1/4 cup whipping cream
• 4 1/2 cups hot cooked egg noodles
• Fresh flat-leaf parsley sprigs (optional)

Preparation

1. Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; flatten to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or small heavy skillet. Heat 2 teaspoons butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt and pepper. Add 2 breast halves to pan, and cook for 3 minutes on each side or until done. Repeat procedure twice with 4 teaspoons butter and remaining chicken. Keep warm.

2. Melt remaining 1 tablespoon butter in pan over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms to pan; sauté 5 minutes or until moisture evaporates, stirring frequently. Remove mushroom mixture from pan. Add broth to pan; bring to a boil, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Cook until reduced to 1 cup (about 5 minutes). Return mushroom mixture to pan. Stir in cream; cook 2 minutes or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally.

3. Place 3/4 cup egg noodles on each of 6 plates. Cut each chicken breast half into 1-inch-thick strips. Top each serving with 1 chicken breast half and about 1/3 cup mushroom mixture. Garnish each serving with parsley sprigs, if desired.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

452

Chicken Marsala

5 Stars--Awesome
This delicious chicken marsala recipe turns an Italian classic into a quick and easy family favorite.

Clarified butter (butter without the milk solids) is ideal for searing meats because it can be heated to a high temperature without burning. Although you can purchase clarified butter, we detail how to make it below in the first step.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 chicken breast half, 1 cup pasta, and 1/4 cup sauce)

Ingredients

• 4 tablespoons butter, divided
• Cooking spray
• 1 (8-ounce) package presliced mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped shallots
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic
• 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, divided
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup dry Marsala wine
• 1/2 cup frozen green peas
• 2 tablespoons half-and-half
• 4 cups hot cooked fettuccine (about 8 ounces uncooked pasta)

Preparation

Place 3 tablespoons butter in a small glass measuring cup. Microwave butter at MEDIUM-HIGH 45 seconds or until melted. Let stand 1 minute. Skim foam from surface, and discard. (Mixture will appear separated.) Pour melted butter through a fine sieve over a small bowl, and discard the milk solids. Set the clarified butter aside.

Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat; add mushrooms, shallots, and garlic. Cook 3 minutes or until moisture evaporates; remove mushroom mixture from pan. Set aside.

Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap; pound to a 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with 1/8 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Place flour in a shallow dish; dredge chicken breast halves in flour.

Add clarified butter to pan, and place over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 3 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove chicken from pan. Return mushroom mixture to pan; add broth and Marsala, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 5 minutes or until reduced to 1 cup. Stir in peas; cook 1 minute. Add 1 tablespoon butter, half-and-half, 1/8 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper, stirring until butter melts. Return chicken to pan; cook until thoroughly heated. Serve chicken and sauce over pasta.

Calories:585 (24% from fat)

Cooking Light, SEPTEMBER 2003

Kung Pao Chicken with Coconut Jasmine Rice

Total: 40 minutes
Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 cup)

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3/4 cup water
• 3 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon bottled minced ginger
• 1 to 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper
• 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper (about 1 large pepper)
• 1 cup snow peas, trimmed
• 2 tablespoons chopped unsalted, dry-roasted peanuts

Preparation

1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion to pan; sauté 3 minutes or until softened. Add garlic; sauté 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add chicken; sauté 3 minutes or until chicken begins to brown.

2. Combine 3/4 cup water and the next 5 ingredients (through crushed red pepper), stirring with a whisk until sugar dissolves. Add water mixture to pan; bring to a boil. Add bell pepper and snow peas to pan; cook for 2 minutes or until vegetables are crisp-tender and sauce thickens. Sprinkle with nuts.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 275

SaBrina Bone, Cooking Light, DECEMBER 2010

Serve with Coconut Jasmine Rice: Combine 1 cup uncooked jasmine rice, 1 1/4 cups water, 1/2 cup light coconut milk, and 1/4 teaspoon salt in a medium saucepan; bring to a boil. Cover and reduce heat to a simmer; cook 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Remove from heat; fluff rice with a fork. Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Yield: 4 servings. CALORIES 97; FAT 1.5g (sat 1.4g); SODIUM 155mg

Lemon and Sage Chicken

Antioxidant compounds in citrus fruits and herbs may reduce the formation of HCA compounds. Here, we leave the skin on for moisture while grilling, then discard.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 2 breast pieces or 1 leg and 1 thigh)

Ingredients

• 1 (4-pound) roasting chicken
• 1 tablespoon grated lemon rind
• 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
• 1/3 cup Sauternes or other dessert white wine
• 1/4 cup minced fresh sage leaves
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 large garlic cloves, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Preparation

1. Remove and discard giblets and neck from chicken. Cut the chicken into drumsticks, thighs, and breasts; cut each breast in half crosswise to form 4 breast pieces total. Reserve wings and back for another use.

2. Combine rind and next 7 ingredients (through garlic) in a small bowl, and stir with a whisk. Place juice mixture in a large zip-top plastic bag. Add chicken to bag; seal and marinate in refrigerator 1 hour. Remove chicken from bag, and discard marinade. Sprinkle chicken evenly with salt.

3. Prepare grill to medium-high heat. After preheating, turn the left burner off (leave the right burner on), or arrange charcoal on one side of grill for indirect heat.

4. Place chicken on grill rack covering right burner; grill over direct heat 15 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. Move chicken to grill rack covering left burner; grill over indirect heat 10 minutes or until a thermometer registers 165°. Discard chicken skin.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 246

Chicken Cordon Bleu

This lightened version of Chicken Cordon Bleu remains tres dé licieuse despite a modest amount of butter. Fix mashed potatoes and a side of green beans while the chicken bakes.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 rolled chicken breast half)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 5 teaspoons butter, melted
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 4 (6-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 4 thin slices prosciutto (about 2 ounces)
• 1/4 cup (1 ounce) shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
• Cooking spray

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350°.

Place broth in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave at high 15 seconds or until warm. Stir in butter and garlic. Combine breadcrumbs, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and paprika in a medium shallow bowl; set aside.

Place each chicken breast half between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and pound each to 1/4-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Sprinkle both sides of chicken with salt, oregano, and pepper. Top each breast half with 1 slice of prosciutto and 1 tablespoon mozzarella. Roll up each breast half jelly-roll fashion. Dip each roll in chicken broth mixture; dredge in breadcrumb mixture. Place rolls, seam side down, in an 8-inch square baking dish coated with cooking spray. Pour remaining broth mixture over chicken. Bake at 350° for 28 minutes or until juices run clear and tops are golden.

Calories: 297

Balsamic Chicken

A good dish to use up vegetables in--toss in zucchini, asparagus etc.

Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 1 chicken breast half, 1 cup bell pepper mixture, and 1/2 cup rice)

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 3/4 cup coarsely chopped onion
• 4 garlic cloves, sliced
• 2 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
• 1 cup sliced green bell pepper
• 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
• 1/4 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup hot cooked long-grain rice

Preparation

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and garlic; sauté 3 minutes. Add chicken; cook 4 minutes on each side or until browned. Add bell pepper and next 4 ingredients (bell pepper through tomatoes). Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 20 minutes or until chicken is done. Serve over rice.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 376 (10% from fat)

Cooking Light, OCTOBER 2001

Chicken with Linguini Leeks and Tomatoes

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 chicken breast half and 1 cup pasta and vegetables)

Ingredients

• 4 (4-ounce) skinned, boned chicken breast halves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon ground red pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin
• Vegetable cooking spray
• 2 teaspoons margarine
• 3 cups sliced leeks (about 3 medium)
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup low-salt chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can no-salt-added whole tomatoes, undrained and chopped
• 4 ounces linguine, uncooked

Preparation

Place each chicken piece between 2 sheets of heavy-duty plastic wrap, and flatten to 1/4-inch thickness, using a meat mallet or rolling pin. Combine 1/4 teaspoon of salt, garlic powder, and next 4 ingredients; sprinkle over both sides of chicken, and set aside.

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; add margarine, and place over medium-high heat until margarine melts. Add the chicken, and cook 1 1/2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove from skillet; set aside.

Add leeks and garlic to skillet; cook over medium-high heat 3 minutes or until tender. Add chicken broth and next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Break linguine into 2-inch pieces; add linguine and chicken to skillet. Cover and cook over medium-low heat 15 minutes or until pasta is tender.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

329 (13% from fat)

Recommended by Kate and Jim

Steak and Chicken Fajitas with Peppers and Onions

Serving--2 fajitas
Ingredients
Marinade:

• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon grated lime rind
• 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 (14.25-ounce) can low-salt beef broth
• 
  Fajitas:
• 1 (1-pound) flank steak
• 1 pound skinned, boned chicken breast
• 2 red bell peppers, each cut into 12 wedges
• 2 green bell peppers, each cut into 12 wedges
• 1 large Vidalia or other sweet onion, cut into 16 wedges
• Cooking spray
• 16 (6-inch) fat-free flour tortillas
• 1 cup bottled salsa
• 1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• Fresh cilantro sprigs

Preparation

To prepare marinade, combine first 10 ingredients in a large bowl; set aside.

To prepare fajitas, trim fat from steak. Score a diamond pattern on both sides of the steak. Combine 1 1/2 cups marinade, steak, and chicken in a large zip-top plastic bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally. Combine remaining marinade, bell peppers, and onion in a zip-top plastic bag. Seal and marinate in refrigerator for 4 hours or overnight, turning occasionally.

Prepare grill.

Remove steak and chicken from bag; discard marinade. Remove vegetables from bag; reserve marinade. Place reserved marinade in a small saucepan; set aside. Place steak, chicken, and vegetables on grill rack coated with cooking spray; cook 8 minutes on each side or until desired degree of doneness.

Wrap tortillas tightly in foil; place tortilla packet on grill rack the last 2 minutes of grilling time. Bring reserved marinade to a boil. Cut steak and chicken diagonally across the grain into thin slices. Place the steak, chicken, and vegetables on a serving platter; drizzle with reserved marinade.

Arrange about 1 ounce steak, about 1 ounce chicken, 3 bell pepper wedges, and 1 onion wedge in a tortilla; top with 1 tablespoon salsa, about 1 teaspoon sour cream, and 1/2 tablespoon cilantro. Fold sides of tortilla over filling. Garnish with cilantro sprigs, if desired. Serve immediately.

Calories: 407 (31% from fat)

Chicken Sate

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 2 skewers and 1 tablespoon sauce)

Ingredients

• Saté:
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 8 strips
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 2 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 2 teaspoons bottled ground fresh ginger (such as Spice World)
• 1 teaspoon grated lime rind
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 
  Sauce:
• 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
• 1 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons natural-style, reduced-fat creamy peanut butter (such as Smucker's)
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 
  Remaining ingredient:
• Cooking spray

Preparation

Prepare grill.

To prepare saté, combine chicken and next 6 ingredients (through 2 garlic cloves) in a medium bowl. Let stand 10 minutes.

To prepare sauce, combine 1 tablespoon brown sugar and the next 5 ingredients (through 1 garlic clove) in a medium bowl, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Thread chicken strips onto each of 8 (8-inch) skewers. Place chicken on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until chicken is done. Serve chicken with sauce.

Calories: 205

Grilled chicken, Spinach and Cashew Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

In this delicious salad, the honey mustard vinaigrette serves as both a marinade and a dressing.

Servings: Makes 4 servings

Ingredients:

Grilled Chicken, Spinach and Cashew Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing

• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons whole grain mustard
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin Makes ALL the difference--takes a good salad to a WOW salad
  
• 2 tablespoons mild-flavored honey (such as clover, wild thistle, or lavender)
• 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt and freshly ground pepper
• 2 chicken breasts , boneless and skinless (2 1/2 pounds total)
• 6 cups baby spinach , cleaned and dried
• 1/2 cup halved cherry or grape tomatoes
• 1/3 cup roasted salted cashews

Directions:

To make the dressing, combine lemon juice, mustard, cumin, and honey in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in olive oil in a steady stream. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Set aside.

Place chicken in a shallow dish and pour in 3 tablespoons dressing. Turn breasts to coat well. Let sit at room temperature 30 minutes. Heat grill or grill pan to medium high. Grill 4 to 6 minutes on each side until done, turning often to prevent burning. (Chicken should be browned and firm.) Remove from grill and allow to cool 10 minutes. Cut into 1/4-inch strips.

In a large bowl, toss spinach, tomatoes, and cashews with remaining dressing and season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Transfer to a platter or divide among 4 plates, and top with chicken strips.

The dressing/marinade was surprisingly tasty--just the right amount of Cumin spices it up without overwhelming the honey mustard.

Coconut Almond Chicken--Kona Cafe (Disney)

Ingredients:

4 half breasts (1/3 pound each) Chicken breast, boneless, skinless
1 ounce Almond breading
1 ounce Coconut Marinade

For the Salad:
6 Cups Asian Greens Mix
1 Cup Golden Pineapple, large dice
1 Cup Strawberries, quartered
½ Cup Carrots, julienne cut
12 each Mint leaves, torn in pieces
1 Cup Honey-lime Dressing
½ Cup Almonds, sliced, toasted
4 each Lime wedges, quartered
½ Cup Mango Puree
½ Cup Coco Lopez
Pinch to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Pinch to taste Kosher Salt

For the Dressing:
¼ Cup Honey
¼ Cup Rice Wine Vinegar
¼ Cup Canola Oil
¼ Cup Lime juice, fresh
Pinch to taste Kosher Salt
Pinch to taste Freshly Ground black Pepper

For the Coconut Marinade:
½ Cup Whole Eggs, mixed well
½ Cup Coconut Milk
½ teaspoon Pataks brand curry paste
½ teaspoon Kosher Salt

For the Almond Breading:
½ cup Flour, all purpose
1 Cup Almonds, sliced, chopped
½ Cup Coconut Desiccated unsweetened
½ teaspoon Kosher Salt

Method of preparation:
Mix all ingredients for the salad season with salt and black pepper, mix all ingredients for dressing and add to the salad. Toss well to make sure all salad is coated with dressing.

Trim, pound chicken breast halves. Mix ingredients for marinade, place chicken in for 1-2 hours.

In a seasoned pan, place small amount of canola oil. Dredge marinated chicken breasts in the almond flour mix, sauté until golden, turn and place in a 400-degree oven and cook until golden and firm (minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees F). Season chicken with Kosher salt after removing from the oven.

Divide salad among four plates; lay chicken partially on the salad, and drizzle chicken with mango puree and Coco Lopez using squeeze bottles with a fine tip. Garnish each plate with a few toasted almond slices and a lime wedge.

Tequila Lime Chicken (Ina Garten)

Ingredients

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• 1/2 cup gold tequila
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice (5 to 6 limes)
• 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (2 oranges)
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh jalapeno pepper (1 pepper seeded)
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (3 cloves)
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 whole (6 split) boneless chicken breasts, skin on

Directions

Combine the tequila, lime juice, orange juice, chili powder, jalapeno pepper, garlic, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add the chicken breasts. Refrigerate overnight.

Heat a grill with coals and brush the rack with oil to prevent the chicken from sticking. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade, sprinkle well with salt and pepper, and grill them skin-side down for about 5 minutes, until nicely browned. Turn the chicken and cook for another 10 minutes, until just cooked through. Remove from the grill to a plate. Cover tightly and allow to rest for 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Chicken Yakitori

This is an easy go to recipe that can be marinating and then popped on the grill as soon as you're ready for dinner. Cooks fast--very tasty. A good menu standard.
pss

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 1 kebab)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup sake (rice wine)
• 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons grated peeled fresh ginger
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 24 bite-sized pieces
• 5 green onions, each cut into 4 (2-inch) pieces
• Cooking spray

Preparation

Combine first 6 ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil; cook until reduced to 1/4 cup (about 2 1/2 minutes). Remove from heat; cool.

Combine soy sauce mixture and the chicken. Cover and marinate in refrigerator for 1 hour.

Heat a large grill pan over medium-high heat.

Thread 6 chicken cubes and 5 green onion pieces alternately onto each of 4 (10-inch) skewers. Brush kebabs with the soy mixture. Coat pan with cooking spray. Place kebabs in pan, and cook 4 minutes on each side or until the chicken is done.

Calories: 172 (24% from fat)

David Bonom, Cooking Light, JULY 2004

Spiced Chicken Thighs

Oh my goodness this was good! It smells heavenly while cooking and then has such a layered flavor profile while yielding very tender meat that just falls off the bone.
Seriously-- y0u HAVE to try this one!
pss


For a weeknight, instant brown rice makes a fast side for this saucy dish. If you have time, though, basmati rice pairs particularly well with the flavors in the garam masala.

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 2 thighs and about 1/3 cup sauce)

Ingredients

• 3/4 teaspoon olive oil
• Cooking spray
• 1 cup vertically sliced onion
• 2 teaspoons garam masala
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon curry powder
• 8 chicken thighs (about 2 1/4 pounds), skinned
• 1/4 cup dry red wine
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Preparation

Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add onion; sauté 3 minutes. Remove from pan.

Combine garam masala, salt, and curry powder; sprinkle evenly over chicken. Add chicken to pan; cook over medium-high heat 4 minutes on each side or until browned. Add wine and vinegar; cook 30 seconds, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Add onion and broth; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes or until chicken is done; stir in parsley.

Calories: 203 (30% from fat)

Cooking Light, SEPTEMBER 2003

Quick Coq Au Vin

Cooking uncovered over high heat, the liquid reduces and concentrates its flavors in a fraction of the time required for the traditional long-simmered dish.

Yield: 6 servings (serving size: 1 1/4 cups)

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 6 (4-ounce) skinless, boneless chicken thighs
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 cups quartered cremini mushrooms
• 2 cups (1/4-inch-thick) slices carrot
• 1/3 cup (1/4-inch-thick) slices Canadian bacon
• 1 cup dry red wine
• 1 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

Preparation

Combine flour, thyme, and salt in a zip-top plastic bag; add chicken. Seal and shake to coat. Remove chicken from bag, shaking off excess flour.

Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 8 minutes or until browned, turning frequently. Remove chicken from pan.

Add mushrooms, carrot, and bacon to pan; sauté 2 minutes. Stir in wine, broth, and tomato paste; cook 9 minutes. Return chicken to pan; cook 8 minutes or until chicken is done.

Nutritional Information

Calories:

230 (30% from fat)

Cooking Light, MARCH 2002

Chicken Thighs with Sweet Red Onions and Balsamic Vinegar

The chicken is smothered in a thick onion sauce; serve it over mashed potatoes, couscous or rice.

Yield: 2 servings (serving size: 2 thighs and 1 cup onion mixture)

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 pound red onion, cut into (1/2-inch-thick) slices and separated into rings (about 3 medium)
• 1/2 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper, divided
• 1/4 teaspoon salt, divided
• 4 (6-ounce) chicken thighs, skinned
• 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
• 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar, divided
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
• 4 lemon wedges

Preparation

Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onion, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, and 1/8 teaspoon salt; sauté for 5 minutes.

Add 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/8 teaspoon salt, chicken, oregano, and marjoram to pan, and sprinkle with 3 teaspoons vinegar. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 25 minutes or until chicken is done. Uncover, increase heat, and cook 2 minutes or until liquid almost evaporates. Stir in 1 teaspoon vinegar, and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 371 (31% from fat)

Cooking Light, MAY 2001

Oven Fried Chicken

Ingredients
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups flour
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground thyme
1/3 tsp white pepper
3 pounds assorted chicken pieces (skinned)
Cooking spray
1 T butter
PREPARATION
1. Preheat oven to 400
2. Place buttermilk in a shallow dish
Combine flour and next 5 incredients in another shallow dish.
Dip chicken in buttermilk and dredge in flour
Dip and dredge again (2 times each for each piece)
Arrange chicken on a cooking pan that's been sprayed with Pam
Bake for 50 minutes or until done

Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 297

Chicken Cacciatore

Yield 6 servings (serving size: 1 cup pasta, 1 chicken thigh, and 1/2 cup sauce)
Ingredients
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon salt
6 chicken thighs (about 2 pounds), skinned
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup Pinot Noir or other dry red wine
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
2 (14 1/2-ounce) cans plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped
6 cups hot cooked vermicelli (about 12 ounces uncooked)
Fresh oregano sprigs (optional)
Preparation
Sprinkle black pepper and salt over chicken thighs, and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs, and cook 7 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Remove the chicken thighs from skillet; cover and set aside.
Add mushrooms, onion, and garlic to skillet; sauté over medium heat 5 minutes. Add wine and next 3 ingredients; bring to a boil. Cook 10 minutes or until sauce is slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
Return the chicken thighs and juices from chicken to skillet; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Uncover; turn chicken over, and cook an additional 10 minutes or until the chicken is done. Serve over hot vermicelli. Garnish with fresh oregano sprigs, if desired.

Calories: 336 (15% from fat)
Linda Romanelli Leahy, Cooking Light, JANUARY 1995

Very good and very easy to make.

French Chicken in Vinegar Sauce

SERVE WITH Pepper Spiked Polenta

Yield: 4 servings (serving size: 2 thighs, 1/2 cup sauce, and 1 cup polenta)
Ingredients
Olive oil-flavored cooking spray
2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped onion
8 (3-ounce) skinned, boned chicken thighs
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup fat-free chicken broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh or 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon red pepper
Dash of black pepper
Tarragon sprigs (optional)

Preparation
Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; place over medium-high heat until hot. Add onion; cook 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Add chicken; sauté each side 3 minutes or until browned.
Combine wine and next 8 ingredients (wine through black pepper) in a medium bowl; stir well. Add wine mixture to chicken mixture; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 20 minutes. Serve with Pepper-Spiked Polenta. Garnish with tarragon sprigs, if desired.

Calories: 372 (20% from fat)
Cooking Light, NOVEMBER 1996