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Crispy Parmesan and Dijon Chicken Strips - The Scrumptious Pumpkin. This is my go-to recipe when I’ve had a crazy day, I’m running 30 minutes behind, and I’m starving . These chicken strips are healthy, delicious and nearly as easy to throw together as the frozen chicken tenders you find at the grocery store. Served with a couple quick sides like a tossed salad and sliced carrots, it’s complete meal that’s ready in 20 minutes. Here are the key ingredients. The skinless, boneless chicken breasts unfortunately did not make it into the photo-op.

Mainly because I’ve yet to figure out how to make chicken breasts look nice for a photo. Begin by cutting the chicken breasts into thirds lengthwise so that you end up with long strips. Using a knife, spread the dijon mustard over each of the chicken strips. Now prepare the breading. Next add the whole wheat panko. Toss the chicken strips into the breading and be sure they are well-coated on all sides using a fork, or – even better – your fingers. Other Scrumptious Pumpkin dishes you may enjoy: Total Time: 20 minutes. Balsamic BBQ Glazed Chicken - StumbleUpon. A homemade balsamic bbq sauce is used to glaze chicken as it’s grilling. The result is tender chicken with a slightly sweet, and tangy taste. Summer is one of my favorite seasons for one simple reason: grilling. We finally invested in a Big Green Egg last year and it completely changed the way I think about grilling.

I could go on and on about it, but I won’t, because I’m sure I’ll be talking plenty about it in a few months when it’s not cold and wet here in the Midwest, and we actually get out to use it. In the mean time, I used a grill pan to grill up some Balsamic BBQ Glazed Grilled Chicken, and steak. It was simple and delicious, and will definitely go on my list of meals to make again! This recipe is all about the balsamic bbq sauce that you use to baste the chicken while it’s grilling. While I used a grill pan with great success, I know this recipe would turn out even better using a grill.

Is anyone else just itching for Spring to arrive? Prep Time: 5mn Cook Time: 35mn. In the Kitchen with Stefano Faita - Recipe - Giant T-Bone Steak with Radicchio and Walnuts. An easy, economical and delicious way for the whole family to enjoy steak for dinner. Serve this steak and you'll get guaranteed rave reviews. Substitute Parmesan cheese for the blue cheese and if desired, add some baby arugula to the radicchio for variety. 1/4 cup olive oil1 tbsp. hot pepper flakes1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh rosemary1 tbsp. finely chopped fresh thyme1 tbsp. dried oregano3 garlic cloves, finely chopped1 large T-bone steak, about 3-inches thick4 cups shredded radicchio Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste4 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil, for dressing3 tbsp. balsamic vinegar, for dressing½ cup chopped walnuts, toasted4 to 6 ounces blue cheese, crumbled¼ cup Italian parsley leaves, for garnishing To make the marinade for the steak: In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup olive oil, hot pepper flakes, rosemary, thyme, oregano and garlic.

Place the steak in a shallow dish or in a large re-sealable plastic bag. Preheat your grill to high and oil the grill. Yield: 4 to 6 servings. Multigrain Mac and Cheese Recipe – Healthy Macaroni and Cheese Recipes - The Daily Green. Crispy Baked 'Fried' Chicken Recipe : Cat Cora. Directions Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Place a rack in a roasting pan or on a baking sheet. Rinse the chicken in cold water; pat dry. In a wide bowl or on a plate, season the flour with salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dredge each chicken piece through the flour so it's fully coated, tap against the bowl to shake off excess flour and set aside. Here comes the part kids like best: Crush the cornflakes by placing them in a big resealable plastic bag, carefully pressing the bag to push out the air. In a large bowl (big enough to dredge the chicken pieces), mix the buttermilk, mustard, cayenne pepper, paprika and sage.

Arrange the chicken pieces on the rack and place in the hot oven. Per serving: Calories 520; Fat 22 g (Sat. 6 g; Mono. 9 g; Poly. 5 g); Cholesterol 136 mg; Sodium 1,040 mg; Carbohydrate 41 g; Fiber 1.5 g; Protein 40 g Photograph by Con Poulos Recipe courtesy of Cat Cora for Food Network Magazine. Cha Cha Relish Recipe. Easy Sweet Potato Pancakes & Vegetarian Breakfast Recipes. February 13th, 2012 These pancakes as easy to make. They are a delicious addition to you vegetarian breakfast repetoire. Sweet potatoes are packed with potassium, calcium and vitamins A and C. The Fixings: 1 large sweet potato, peeled and grated 1 small onion, peeled and grated 1 tbsp chives, finely chopped 1 jalapeno, de-seeded and minced 2 tbsp all purpose flour 1 tsp salt ½ tsp cumin ¼ tsp cayenne 1 large egg vegetable oil 1 tsp lemon zest How To: grate the peeled potato and onion into a medium bowltransfer to a strainer and press out liquid (this is important or they will not hold together)return to the original bowladd jalapeno and chivesin a separate bowl, mix together flour, salt, cumin and cayenneadd this to the sweet potato and onionadd egg and lemon zest, mix thoroughlyin a pan or skillet, add enough oil to prevent the pancakes from sticking (we used an oil spritzer)place on medium heatusing an ice cream scoop (or 3 tbsp), scoop out potato mixture and flatten each one.

Makes 8-10 pancakes. Cornbread Stuffin’ in a Muffin. It’s countdown to Thanksgiving, my favorite holiday. Great food, good friends and family gathered around the table to give thanks for our bounty. I can’t think of a nicer celebration. In my never ending quest to find a better way to get the holiday dinner on the table more efficiently, I’ve decided this year to bake my stuffing in muffin tins. No last minute fussing. Start with cornbread, either homemade or store bought. Makes 4-1/2 cups crumbs 2 large eggs 3/4 cup buttermilk 1/4 teaspoon baking soda 3/4 teaspoon baking powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 1 cup cornmeal 4 teaspoons vegetable oil Preheat oven to 450F In a bowl, lightly mix the eggs and buttermilk. Heat the oil in the skillet. Cornbread Apricot Stuffing Makes 21 muffins Preheat oven to 375F Generously butter 2 muffin tins.

Warm 1/2 cup of the chicken stock and soak the apricots in it until softened, 20-30 minutes. Melt the butter in a medium size skillet and add the onions and celery. Scoop into the buttered muffin tins. 50 Mashed Potatoes : Recipes and Cooking. Sweet and Sticky Barbecue Chicken Wings. These barbecue chicken wings are the perfect burger or brat accompaniment served with a side of Bush’s Vegetarian Baked Beans for your tailgate, kissed with homemade barbecue sauce and caramelized on the grill.

Tailgating is a true American pastime. Whether it’s before a baseball game in the summertime, football in the fall or even hockey in the wintertime, spectators love to gather in parking lots and have something to eat before the game. Now, just because you’re away from the kitchen there’s no need to compromise food quality or taste. With a little planning, you can easily prepare five-star food in a one-star environment.When the subject of tailgating comes up, most folks think about big time professional sports or serious college athletics events, but around our house the family favorite tailgating opportunity is a St. Paul Saints baseball game at Midway stadium. On a hot grill spread out your wings and turn every 4-5 minutes until they are golden brown.