The easiest food prep around! Mexican Shredded Chicken requires just a few ingredients and minimal effort, and you'll be able to make quick, healthy meals with it throughout the week. I'm back to work this week, which means that I need to spend a littler extra time thinking about my meals to stay on track. Especially when it comes to lunches, as I'm prone to just eating whatever is in front of me when I'm busy. Going into the week with an idea of what I can do for lunches ensures that ... continue reading...
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Get ready to be obsessed with these Crispy Smashed Potatoes! They're like french fries and mashed potatoes combined, but with less calories. I admit that I'm not always great about side dishes. Most of the time, I'm heating up some rice or pasta along with a steamed veggie, and that's about it. Side dishes tend to be an after thought, but I'm trying to be more creative about them. I'm realizing that a fun side dish can really liven up a meal. So hello Crispy Smashed Potatoes! Y'all, ... continue reading...
Tuscan Garlic Chicken is as decadent as it gets--tender chicken in a garlic parmesan cream sauce, but under 200 calories! Are you sick of copycat recipes yet? That seems to be a majority of the requests I get from readers, and I'm happy to oblige. The Olive Garden version of this dish comes in at 38 points! Yikes. I'm pretty sure they don't have it on their menu anymore, so if you're looking to recreate this meal with the added bonus of cutting some calories, then you're in the right ... continue reading...
These healthier French Dip Sandwiches can be made in the slow cooker or instant pot for an easy yet decadent meal. I've been on a sandwich kick lately. After weeks of eating "Fried" Chicken Sandwiches, I figured it was time to attempt another lightened up classic. There's a place in Los Angeles called Phillipe's that makes French Dip sandwiches that are absolutely to die for. If you're ever in the area, that place is definitely worth a special trip. I've driven the hour it takes ... continue reading...
If you're looking for a way to make tender tamales without the lard and extra fat, then this Healthy Chicken Tamales recipe is for you! It's tamales season! Every Christmas Eve, we head over to Jeff's cousin's house for a huge party with his mom's side of the family. After everyone goes to mass, we celebrate with a feast of tamales, along with his Aunt Yoli's famous Mexican rice and pork beans. For obvious reasons, we won't be doing that this year. Hopefully, we can get back to that ... continue reading...
