Chicken Ranch Burgers

Chicken Ranch Burgers

(serves 8 can easily be cut in half)

Ingredients:

2 lbs Ground Chicken (I used Purdue.)
1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs
1 cup Italian Bread crumbs
2 Tbs Dried Onion flakes
2 tsp Season Salt
2 tsp Garlic powder
8 Tbs Ranch Dressing of your choice
4 Tbs BBQ Sauce of your choice
4 Tbs Butter for toasting buns
8 Buns

Directions:

In a medium to large bowl toss together all ingredients (except for the Ranch dressing and Buns)
Grill for 8 minutes on each side.. when cooked through top with 1 Tbs ranch on each burger and serve on toasted roll.

Toasting rolls: coat each roll with a half of a TBS of butter and put under broiler for a few minutes watching to make sure they do not burn.
Enjoy!!

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Cucumber subs

If you love cucumbers, you will love this. I saw this on a friends page and I had to repost.


Cucumber subs with turkey, green onions and Laughing Cow cheese! Yum!! All the goodness without all that bread!

Cucumber subs:

medium to large cucumbers
turkey, ham, or other deli meat slices or shaved
bacon (optional)
green onions (optional)
tomatoes (optional)
any sandwich fillers (optional)
Laughing Cow cheese or mayo or cream cheese or any other condiment

Cut the cucumber length-wise, from tip to tip. Scoop out the inside of the cucumber to make room for your sandwich fillers. Add meat, veggies, and other sandwich makings to the inside of the cucumber. Place one half of the cucumber on the other half. Enjoy!!

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Mini Chicken Pot Pies

Mini Chicken Pot Pies

I love these smaller potions!!! and so super quick and easy!!

Mini Chicken Pot Pies with just four ingredients? Nope - you're not dreaming!

Here's what you need:
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 cup diced cooked chicken
1 can (10 3/4 oz) condensed cream of chicken soup
1 can (16.3 oz) Pillsbury Grands! Flaky Layers refrigerated biscuits

Here's what you need to do:
1) Heat oven to 375°F. In medium bowl, combine vegetables, chicken and soup; mix well.
2) Press each biscuit into 5 1/2-inch round. Place 1 round in each of 8 greased regular-size muffin cups. Firmly press in bottom and up side, forming 3/4-inch rim. Spoon a generous 1/3 cup chicken mixture into each. Pull edges of dough over filling toward center; pleat and pinch dough gently to hold in place.
3) Bake at 375°F 20 to 22 minutes or until biscuits are golden brown. Cool 1 minute; remove from pan.

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Yummy Summer Wraps

.**Yummy Summer Wraps:**.

Ingredients:
1/2 cup Chopped Chicken
3 Tbsp Fuji Apples Chopped
2 Tbsp Red Grapes Chopped
2 tsp Honey
2 Tbsp Almond or Peanut Butter

Mix and wrap in a Romaine lettuce leaf, Enjoy!

Recipe Via: http://www.coachcalorie.com/healthy-recipe-roundup-16th-edition/

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Slow Cooker Chicken and Rice

Slow Cooker 7up Chicken & Rice Recipe

(Recipe from Celebrating Home Magazine)

3 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (I used 4)
10.5 oz. can of cream of chicken soup
12 oz. can of 7UP or lemon lime soda
1 c. rice (Minute Rice is best)
1/4 c. chicken broth

Place chicken breasts in the bottom of your slow cooker. Cover with soup and 7UP. Cover and cook for 2-3 hours on low. Add rice and chicken broth and cook for 2-3 more hours until chicken is cooked through.


sixsistersstuff.com ~ slow cooker 7up chicken rice recipe 

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Carmelized Baked Chicken

Caramelized Baked Chicken

2 1/2 lbs chicken legs or wings
1 2/3 tablespoons olive oil (to help it stop sticking to the pan)
1/2 cup soy sauce
1 2/3 tablespoons ketchup
3/4 cup honey
2 -3 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper (optional)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350.
Place chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Mix together the oil, soy sauce, ketchup, honey, garlic, salt and pepper.
Pour over the chicken.
Bake in preheated oven for one hour, or until sauce is caramelized.
Makes 8 servings; Calories 402

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Crockpot Orange Chicken

Crockpot Orange Chicken

Ingredients:
2 large carrots, peeled and sliced about 1/2-inch thick
2 large red or green bell peppers, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
3 cloves garlic, finely minced
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tsp. ground ginger
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
8 ounces orange juice
2 cups Mandarin orange segments or fresh orange segments
2 Green onions, chopped

hot cooked rice

Directions:
Put carrots, peppers, garlic, then the chicken, ginger, salt, pepper & frozen orange juice in Crockpot. Cover and cook on LOW 4 to 6 hours. Serve chicken on hot cooked rice on platter. Top with orange segments and green onions. Serve chicken liquid in gravy boat, if desired.

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Skinny Buffalo Chicken Dip

Skinny Buffalo Chicken Dip 

All the flavor of buffalo wings without messy hands! Perfect for your Superbowl Party. I lightened this using low fat and fat free ingredients. Adjust the heat to your liking and serve this with celery, chips or crackers.

Lighter Buffalo Chicken Dip

Gina's Weight Watcher Recipes
Servings: 9 • Serving Size: 1/3 cup • Old Points: 3 pts • Points+: 3 pts
Calories: 107.9 • Fat: 4.9 g • Carbs: 5.4 g • Fiber: 0 g • Protein: 10.3 g

Ingredients:

• 4 oz reduced fat cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup fat free sour cream
• 1/2 cup Franks hot sauce (or whatever hot sauce you like)
• 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
• 1 tsp white wine vinegar
• 2 cups (14 oz  raw) cooked shredded chicken

Directions:

Mix the first 5 ingredients together until smooth. Add the chicken and put this in the crock pot on low for 3-4 hours. Serve warm.

To do this on the stove, simmer on low heat 30 minutes.

http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/02/lighter-buffalo-chicken-dip.html


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Crock-Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Crock-Pot Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Ingredients

1 to 1.5 lbs Cooked Chicken, chunked or shredded
2 Cups Chopped Carrots
1 Cup Frozen Peas
1 Small Onion, chopped
3 Tablespoons Stick Butter
1/8 Teaspoon Salt
1/8 Teaspoon Pepper
1/4 Teaspoon Garlic
Pinch of Thyme
2 Chicken Bouillon Cubes
4 Cups White Milk
1 Cup Chicken Broth
1/2-3/4 Cup Flour

Instructions

1. Add all ingredient but the flour to the crock-pot.
2. Cook on low for 5 hours.
3. Add in flour slowly whisking as you add.
4. Add in more or less depending on how thick you want it.
5. Cook on low for 1 additional hour.
6. Serve.

Read more at http://crockpotladies.com/recipe-categories/soups-stews/crockpot-chicken-pot-pie-soup/#wDprZ4c06OFt6X9k.99

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Easy Crockpot Chicken BBQ

Posted by Kathryn on July 18, 2011

http://www.talkingdollarsandcents.net/easy-crockpot-chicken-bbq

 

 

Ingredients:

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
40 oz. bottle BBQ sauce (I used Sweet Baby Ray’s)

What To Do:

Spray inside of crockpot with non-stick spray.
Place chicken and BBQ sauce in crockpot.
Cook for 3-5 hours on high. Then turn to low until chicken becomes so tender it pulls apart (another 2-4 hours).
Remove from crockpot and shred the chicken by continuing to pull it apart with a fork.
Put shredded chicken back into the crockpot and stir until mixed.
Serve on hamburger buns.
Top with your favorite coleslaw, if desired.
Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Chicken Alfredo Casserole!

Chicken Alfredo Casserole! DELICIOUS!!!

Weight Watchers Points 15
Serves 6

2 dry cups pasta (shells or elbow macaroni are really good for this recipe)
1 15-16 oz jar of a GOOD Alfredo sauce
1-2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chunked
1/2 cup chicken broth
5 oz shredded Parmesan cheese
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (one 8 oz bag)
1-1/2 tsp minced garlic
salt and pepper to taste
(you can also add stuff in - like mushrooms, or broccoli!)

Preheat oven to 350*
Prepare pasta according to package directions
In medium bowl, combine pasta, Alfredo sauce, cooked chicken, chicken broth, garlic, salt and pepper, shredded Parmesan cheese and mix well
Grease 9x13 baking dish
Pour chicken mixture into baking dish
Sprinkle mozzarella cheese on top
Bake uncovered for 30-35 minutes

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Chicken and Bacon Pasta Bake

Chicken and Bacon Pasta Bake

2 cups pasta (dry measure - will be more cooked), cooked al dente
2 lbs chicken, cooked (approximately)
1 lb bacon
1 onion, diced and lightly sautéed
2 sweet peppers, color of your choice
2 jars of spaghetti sauce
Lots of cheese for on top - you choose!

This is a great way to use leftover chicken, or a precooked if you are in a rush!

Combine al dente pasta (it will cook more in the oven so don't overcook it), cooked chicken in bite size pieces, crumbled bacon, sweet peppers diced, and spaghetti sauce in a 13 x 9 casserole dish (I mixed it in the pasta pot after draining then put it in the casserole dish). Top with cheese (I used Mozzarella but Sharp Cheddar or a mix with Parmesan or just about any other cheese would also be great!) and bake at 325 F for 45 minutes, until cheese is bubbly and starting to brown.

This is a great basic recipe that is really good as is, or perfect for customizing to what you have or what you like. If you are low carb, use spaghetti squash. Don't have peppers, use peas or asparagus or broccoli - what's on hand. Leaving out the bacon would still be good, and if you are vegetarian use Portobello mushrooms instead of the chicken. Throw in some hot peppers or more herbs to flavor it the way your family likes.

If it won't all fit in the 13 x 9 you can freeze some for later!

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{Easy} Slow Cooker Rotisserie-Style Chicken

{Easy} Slow Cooker Rotisserie-Style Chicken

Ingredients:
 
-1 whole chicken, 3-4 lbs.
-1 recipe herb-butter rub (I have included a choice of recipes below)

Easy Herb-Butter
1/2 packet lipton’s recipe secrets, Savory Herb with Garlic*
4 tbsp. butter, softened

Combine all ingredients.

*I have also used Grill Mates garlic, herb, wine dry marinade mix, and Weber Garlic & Herb dry marinade mix.

Fresh Herb-Butter
4 tbsp. butter, softened
1 tbsp. fresh rosemary
1 tbsp. fresh parsley
1 tbsp. fresh basil
1 tsp minced garlic
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper.

Combine all ingredients.

Instructions:

1. In the bottom of slow cooker, place balled up aluminum foil. (This will keep chicken elevated above juices. If you’d like to make more of a one-pot meal, you can cover the bottom with carrots and potatoes for the same purpose).

2. Rinse chicken and pat dry, placing it on top of the aluminum foil balls. DO NOT ADD WATER. This is very important in giving your chicken that rotisserie-style taste and texture. The chicken releases plenty of juices.

3. Cover chicken liberally with herb-butter rub.

4. For best results, cook on high for 3-4 hours, until chicken is cooked thoroughly, exact time will vary based on size of chicken. You can also cook on low 6-8 hours.

I hope your family enjoys this as much as mine does!

More Tips

Reserve chicken drippings and juice to make your own chicken stock for basically free, and much better than store-bought!  All you need to do is remove all chicken from bones. Replace all bones and any extra skin back into slow-cooker with the drippings and juice. Add water to fill slow-cooker, and cook on low overnight.  If desired, you can add more spices for flavoring, and more vegetables like carrots, peppers, onions, celery, etc. for nutrients and flavor.  Allow to cool and then store in freezer-safe containers in the freezer until needed.

Leftover Ideas

One of the things I love most about this meal is that it’s so versatile for leftovers. I love it when I can cook one thing and use it for different meals that my family loves, so that it’s easy on me without feeling like we’re eating leftovers all week. This meal is perfect for that.
-> Add some chicken together with pasta, california vegetable blend, and alfredo sauce for a baked chicken alfredo.
-> Chicken & dumplings using your leftover chicken and homemade chicken stock
-> Chicken pot-pie casserole
-> Chicken salad sandwiches
You can even freeze the extra chicken for a quick meal any time.

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Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

Slow Cooker Creamy Chicken and Wild Rice Soup

1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cup uncooked wild rice
1/4 cup fresh or frozen chopped onions
2 cans (10 3/4 oz each) condensed cream of potato soup
1 can (14 oz) chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cups frozen sliced carrots
1/2 cup peas
1/2 cup whole kernel corn
1 cup half-and-half or cream


Place chicken in 3 1/2- to 4-quart slow cooker.
In large bowl, mix wild rice, onions, soup, broth and carrots; peas, and corn and pour over chicken.
Cover; cook on Low heat setting 7 to 8 hours.
Stir in half-and-half.
Increase heat setting to High.
Cover; cook 15 to 30 minutes longer or until hot.

For the dumpling on top: Mix 1 cup of Bisquick with some milk to form a soft sticky dough. Drop by large spoonfuls onto soup and cover with lid. Allow to cook for about 15 minutes or until dumpling is cooked through.

http://www.bettycrocker.com/recipes/slow-cooker-creamy-chicken-and-wild-rice-soup/dd8f8c01-7124-43ed-b408-dce697c5c634?p=1

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Sweet Baby Ray's Crockpot Chicken

Sweet Baby Ray's Crockpot Chicken

 
4-6 chicken breast 
1 btl Sweet Baby Ray's sauce
1/4 c vinegar
1 tsp red pepper flakes
1/4 c brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
 

Mix everything but chicken
Place chicken in crockpot (frozen is ok)
Pour sauce mixture over chicken
Cook on low 4-6 hours

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Loaded Baked Potato & Chicken Casserole

Loaded Baked Potato & Chicken Casserole

2 lbs chicken breasts
8 potatoes
1/3 cup olive oil
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 T fresh ground pepper
1 T paprika
2 T garlic powder
6 T hot sauce

Topping
2 cups Shredded Cheese
1 cup crumbled Bacon
1 cup diced Green Onion

Preheat oven 500*F
In a large bowl mix olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and hot sauce. Cube the potatoes and add to the bowl.
Coat a 9x13 dish with cooking spray. Add potatoes, allow for excess sauce in the bowl.
Bake the potatoes for 45 minutes, stir every 15 minutes
Cube the chicken and add it to the bowl with the left over sauce.
Mix together cheese, bacon and green onion in a small separate bowl.
Once potatoes are done, add the uncooked marinated chicken, then layer the toppings over the chicken. Bake for 15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.

 

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CUCUMBER SUBS

CUCUMBER SUBS!!!
 

Such a CUKE idea!! Lol!! totally fabulous idea for a veggie-holic!!

Make a sub sandwich with a cucumber instead of bread... just cut your cucumber lengthwise, scoop out the seeds, and insert your sandwich ingredients of choice… SUPER EASY!!!

Laughing cow cheese, diced pepper/spring onion, low fat cheese, shredded cheese and low fat turkey/ham would be perfect!! 

The ideas are endless!

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Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole

Dorito Chicken and Cheese Casserole

3 cups cooked chicken, chopped (I used a rotisserie chicken)
1 cup sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
1 can of corn, drained 1/4 cup minced onion
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1/2 tsp. garlic powder
1 medium sized bag of nacho cheese Doritos, crushed

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Lightly spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray. Spread the bottom of the pan with half of the Doritos . Reserve one cup of cheese. Mix together remaining ingredients in a large bow. Pour chicken mixture over the Doritos. Top casserole with the remaining cheese and Doritos. Bake 30 minutes or until bubbly.

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SWEET & SPICY BACON WRAPPED GRILLED CHICKEN

It's Summer Grilling time! YUMMY! Going to try this one!

SWEET & SPICY BACON WRAPPED GRILLED CHICKEN 

Season chicken w/ salt, pepper, garlic powder and chilli powder, wrap in bacon, secure with toothpicks, if needed. Roll in brown sugar. Grill until done & juices run clear... or if you don't want to grill, you can also Bake @ 400° till crispy 30-40 min. Enjoy!!!


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Mini Chicken Pot Pies Made w/ Bisquick

Ingredients:

• Thai Chicken Mixture:
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
• 1/4 cup sliced green onions (4 medium)
• 1/2 teaspoon Thai red curry paste
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (4 oz)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
• Baking Mixture: 1/2 cup milk; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup Original Bisquick® mix
• Garnishes: 1/4 cup sliced green onions (4 medium, if desired); 1/2 cup salted cocktail peanuts

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 375°F.
• Spray 12-cup muffin pan with cooking spray.
• Heat oil over medium-high heat in 10″ nonstick skillet.
• Cook chicken about 6 minutes, stirring occasionally.
• Add onion and cook for 3 minutes.
• Add cilantro, green onions, lime juice and red curry paste. Stir occasionally. Cool for 5 minutes and sprinkle with cheese.
• Whisk ingredients for baking mixture in a bowl until well combined.
• Spoon a tbsp of the baking mixture in each muffin cup. Pour 1/4 cup chicken mixture over baking mixture and top with a tbsp of baking mixture.
• Bake for about 30 minutes.
• 10 minutes into baking open oven carefully and sprinkle the top of each muffin with 1/2 tbsp peanuts.
• Close and continue baking.
• Cool for 5 minutes. Loosen sides from the muffin pan with knife.
• Remove from pan and place on a cooling rack. Let cool for 10 minutes.
• Serve with slices of green onion.

Yield: 6
Submitted by: Stacy Jenkins