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  1. Crock Pot Honey Sesame Chicken

    March 11, 2013 by erinRD

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    I was really excited when I got my assignment for Secret Recipe Club this month. I have been following Heather over at Fit Mama Real Food since before she had her adorable son Hunter. Our little boys are just about a month apart so it’s fun to see how he is growing and changing compared to my little guy and of course, I love seeing her recipes! They are always easy and healthy which is exactly what I’m looking for while trying to wrangle a crawling baby who is more interested in the dog, the outlets and the computer wires than his 1573180 toys! :)

    1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
    Salt and pepper
    1/2 cup honey
    1/4 cup soy sauce, low-sodium
    1 onion, small, diced
    2 Tablespoons ketchup
    1 Tablespoon sesame oil
    2 cloves garlic, minced
    1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
    1 Tablespoon cornstarch
    2 Tablespoons sesame seeds

    Directions:
    1. Season both sides of chicken with lightly with salt and pepper, put into crock pot.
    2. In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, onion, ketchup, oil, garlic and pepper flakes. Pour over chicken.
    3. Cook on low for 3-4 hours or on high 1 1/2 – 2 1/2 hours, or just until chicken is cooked through.
    4. Remove chicken from crock pot, leave sauce. Whisk in the cornstarch to combine with sauce. Replace lid and cook sauce on high for ten more minutes or until slightly thickened.
    5. Cut chicken into bite size pieces, then return to pot and toss with sauce before serving. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve over jasmine or brown rice (not included in nutritional info). Serves 4.

    Taste Test: Easy and super delicious! This is one recipe that I am saving for a quick and healthy weeknight meal!

    Enjoy!



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  2. Veggie Fried Brown Rice

    August 18, 2011 by erinRD

    I think of fried rice as more of a side dish, but it can definitely be a main dish - especially if you load up on the veggies!

    Veggie Fried Brown Rice
    Adapted from Cooking Light

    3 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
    4 large eggs, lightly beaten
    3 finely chopped shallots
    2 garlic cloves, minced
    2 serrano chile, seeded and chopped
    4 cups cooked brown rice
    pepper, to taste
    1/2 cup shredded carrots
    1 cup broccoli, diced
    1/2 cup diced green onion
    1/3 cup fresh basil leaves, thinly sliced
    1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    4 lime wedges
    1/4 cup lower-sodium soy sauce

    Directions:
    1. Heat 1 Tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; swirl to coat. Pour eggs into pan; cook for 2 minutes or until set, stirring once. Remove eggs from pan.
    2. Increase heat to high, and add the remaining 2 tablespoons oil to pan. Add shallots, garlic, broccoli, carrots, green onion and chile – stir-fry 1 minute. Add rice; stir-fry for 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Add cooked eggs, soy sauce, salt, and pepper; toss to combine.
    3. Top with and herbs, and serve with lime. Serves 4.

    Nutrition Notes: Definitely a little high in calories, thanks to the oil but it’s a delicious treat! Still pretty high on fiber thanks to the brown rice! If you’re worried about all those carbs – just cut back on the rice and add in more veggies!

    Taste Test: I love fried rice! You can add any veggies that you want and it turns out great! Wholesome Husband always orders a container of fried rice when we order Chinese food so I knew he’d love it! Of course he loves everything…I’m so lucky that he’s not picky!

    Random Thought of the Day: 

    Forget not that the Earth delights to feel your bare feet and that the wind longs to play with your hair. – Khalil Gibran

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  3. Stir-Fried Shrimp with Spicy Orange Sauce

    July 19, 2011 by erinRD

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    Stir-Fried Shrimp with Spicy Orange Sauce
    Adapted from Cooking Light 

    1 1/2 pounds peeled and deveined large shrimp
    1 Tablespoon cornstarch
    1/4 cup fresh orange juice
    2 Tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
    2 Tablespoons honey
    1 Tablespoon rice vinegar
    1 Tablespoon chile paste with garlic
    2 Tablespoons sesame oil
    1 Tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger
    3 garlic cloves, minced
    2 stalks broccoli
    1/3 cup chopped green onions
    1 Tablespoon sesame seeds

    Directions:
    1. Place shrimp in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with cornstarch; toss well to coat. Set aside.
    2. Combine juice, soy sauce, honey, vinegar, and chile paste, stirring with a whisk; set aside.
    3. Heat sesame oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add minced ginger and garlic to pan; stir-fry for 15 seconds or until fragrant. Add shrimp mixture; stir-fry for 3 minutes. Remove shrimp from pan.
    4. Add broccoli and saute until soft.
    5. Add back shrimp and add juice mixture and green onions; cook 2 minutes or until sauce thickens and shrimp are done, stirring frequently. Top with seseame seeds and serve immediately. Serves 4.

    Taste Test: Delicious! Much healthier then your local Chinese take out!!

    Enjoy!

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  4. General Tso’s Chicken

    May 12, 2011 by erinRD

    I’m still editing Mexico pictures so I’ll post the rest when I get them done!

    We’ve been super busy lately – I’m still not completely unpacked and we have to buy another car this weekend. We’ve managed to have just one car for a few years now and it’s been great. But Wholesome Husband got a new job closer to home and he’s not taking public transportation anymore. We are looking at getting the Nissan Juke, but still looking around. It’s a tough decision but pretty exciting. We’ve never had a brand new car!

    Anyway, on to the food!

    General Tso’s Chicken
    Adapted from The Food of Love originally from Food and Wine Magazine

    1 1/2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
    1 large egg white
    1/4 cup plus 1 Tablespoon soy sauce, divided
    1/4 cup plus 3 Tablespoons cornstarch, divided
    3 – 4 Tablespoons water
    1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces
    1 cup low sodium chicken broth
    1 Tablespoon Thai chili garlic sauce
    2 Tablespoons sugar
    3 Tablespoon canola oil
    non-stick cooking spray
    2 Tablespoon very finely chopped fresh ginger
    2 large garlic cloves, minced
    4 scallions, thinly sliced
    1 stalk steamed broccoli
    2 cups brown rice, cooked

    Directions:
    1. In a medium bowl, combine the toasted sesame oil, the egg white, 1 Tablespoon of the soy sauce, and 1/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons cornstarch; add just enough water to make a thick paste (~3-4 Tablespoons); add the chicken, stirring to coat and let stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
    2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk the chicken broth with the chili garlic sauce, sugar, and remaining 1/4 cup of soy sauce and 1 Tablespoon cornstarch.
    3. In a large saucepan, add non-stick cooking spray. Add the ginger and garlic and cook over high heat until fragrant, about 1 minute.
    4. Stir the broth mixture and add it to the pan, cooking until thickened and glossy, about 3 minutes. Keep the sauce warm over low heat.
    5. In a large, deep skillet, heat the canola oil until hot. Carefully add the chicken, one piece at a time, turning once or twice until browned and crisp, about 4 minutes. Drain each batch on paper towels, then add to the sauce along with the scallions. Add broccoli. Cook until coated and serve immediately (brown rice not included in nutritional info).

    Serves 4.

    Nutrition Notes: Much healthier and definitely more delicious than the version you can get at a Chinese restaurant!

    Taste Test: This was so good! It took a little time to pan fry the chicken but it was well worth it! The chicken was crispy and a little tangy! So good!

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