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Parmesan Chicken Casserole

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintParmesan Chicken Casserole This casserole can either be fixed the same day or prepared and frozen (without baking). If you are freezing this meal for another time, thaw it in the refrigerator for 8-10 hours before baking. If you don’t want to use brown rice, you can substitute white rice (or mix half brown – […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken Caccitore

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Chicken Caccitore Slow-cooked comfort that will suit a picky eater, too. Serve this over brown rice or pasta, along with a salad, for a well-rounded family dinner. This is a generously sized recipe that will either feed a crowd or give you some yummy leftovers. You can also replace the drumsticks with chicken […]

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Shredded Chicken Gyros

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintShredded Chicken Gyros Quick to make variation on a delicious classicIngredients2 cups shredded cooked chicken 4 each pita 3/4 cup tomato , diced 1/4 cup onion, red , chopped 6 oz. Greek yogurt, plain 1/2 cup cucumber , finely chopped 2 cups lettuce , shredded InstructionsPeel the cucumber and remove seeds. Finely chop the cucumber […]

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Italian Chicken Simmer

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintItalian Chicken Simmer It’s the time of year when we all crave some warm comfort food. This one-dish dinner goes great with pasta or rice. Ingredients1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 1/2 pounds chicken quarters 1 can tomatoes, crushed with basil, 28 oz. 1 tsp. dried oregano 1/4 cups tomato paste 1 clove garlic, minced 1/4 […]

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Slow Cooker Bacon Ranch Chicken

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Bacon Ranch Chicken Fix-it-and-forget-it dinner ahead! Cut back on the fat by substituting turkey bacon. Ingredients4 each boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chopped bacon 1 cup reduced fat sour cream 1 pkg. ranch dressing mix 1 can low-fat, low-sodium cream of chicken soup 8 oz. uncooked penne […]

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Chicken in Tomato Sauce with Basil and Mozzerella

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintChicken in Tomato Sauce with Basil and Mozzerella Yield: Serves 4. Turn leftover roasted chicken into a completely different dish that comes together in about 20 minutes. We made this the other night and it disappeared. Fresh mozzarella cheese melts much faster and more evenly than more processed mozzarella does and is worth the little […]

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Slow Cooker Ruben Sandwiches

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Ruben Sandwiches Yield: Makes 4 servings. Ingredients1 1/2 pounds corned beef brisket , cooked 1 jar sauerkraut , drained 1/2 cup thousand island salad dressing 2 cups Swiss cheese , shredded 8 slices Rye bread , toasted InstructionsPlace meat in slow cooker. Spread sauerkraut over the meat. Drizzle the 1/2 cup salad dressing […]

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Meatballs and Gravy

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintMeatballs and Gravy Yield: Makes 4 servings Comfort food that’s on the table quickly. Ingredients1 1/4 pounds ground beef 1 egg 1/3 cup bread crumbs 1/2 tsp. granular garlic 1 tsp. Italian seasoning 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 cup yellow onion, sliced 2 cups beef broth InstructionsHeat oven to 350 […]

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Swiss Steak

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on May 23, 2012

PrintSwiss Steak Quick, easy, and traditional. This recipe will help you get dinner on the table quickly. Ingredients1 1/4 pounds patio steak 2 Tbsp. unbleached white flour sea salt & pepper to taste 1 Tbsp. olive oil 1 can tomatoes, diced Italian Style, 14.5 oz. 1/2 cup onion, yellow , sliced 1/2 cup celery , […]

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Alfredo Chicken Lasagna

Published in Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on March 10, 2012

PrintAlfredo Chicken Lasagna Prep Time: 30 minutesCook Time: 45 minutesTotal Time: 1 hour, 15 minutes Yield: 12 servings Surprisingly simple, this white lasagna is a twist on the traditional dish and a creative way to use leftover chicken.Ingredients12 lasagna noodles 3 cups shredded chicken 24 oz. Alfredo sauce (about 1 1/2 jars) 1 pound ricotta […]

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