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NIMZ'S CREAMY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI (LITE-BLEU)



Nimz's Creamy Chicken Spaghetti (Lite-Bleu) image

This is a healthier version of Chef #88099's Recipe #219206 which we made for the 'Make it Healthier' tag game. We brought it down from 551 calories, 27 grams of fat, and 41.8 carbs. We omitted the olives and red pepper, used reduced-fat items, and changed the quantity of some items as well. All Lite-Bleu recipes are complete meals that we designed for our weight loss diet. Please visit our homepage for more info.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Chicken

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1/2 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups cooked chicken, cut into bite size pieces
2 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
1 (10 ounce) can chopped tomatoes
4 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
6 ounces spaghetti, cooked
1/2 cup Mexican blend cheese, shredded
1/2 cup reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup fat-free parmesan cheese, shredded
1 (10 3/4 ounce) can Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup
1 cup 2% low-fat milk
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter and saute' onion, peppers and garlic until tender.
  • Add chicken, mushrooms, chopped tomatoes, tomato sauce, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Simmer uncovered, for 10-15 minutes.
  • Place 1/2 of the spaghetti in a medium sized casserole dish. Top with half the meat sauce mixture. Sprinkle with Mexican blend cheese.
  • Repeat layer of spaghetti and meat sauce. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese then the Parmesan cheese.
  • Mix together the soup and milk. Pour evenly over casserole. Sprinkle with paprika to garnish.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 35-45 minutes or until heated through and slightly browned on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.9, Fat 12.8, SaturatedFat 5.4, Cholesterol 57.9, Sodium 939.6, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 5.8, Protein 23.9

CREAMY CHICKEN SPAGHETTI



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Great creamy chicken spaghetti dinner kids will love! Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve with a salad and hot garlic bread.

Provided by whaussies

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Spaghetti Recipes     Chicken

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 (16 ounce) package spaghetti
½ cup salted butter
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium bell pepper, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles (such as RO*TEL®)
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (1 pound) package shredded Mexican cheese blend
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add chicken, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Cover, reduce heat to a gentle boil, and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, 10 to 12 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Remove chicken and set aside until cool enough to handle, then chop into bite-sized pieces. Leave broth in the pot.
  • Bring broth back to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling broth, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Drain spaghetti; do not rinse. Discard broth.
  • Melt butter in the same pot. Add onion and bell pepper; saute until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add diced tomatoes and chiles, condensed chicken soup, condensed mushroom soup, chicken, and spaghetti, one ingredient at a time, gently mixing after each addition.
  • Add Cheddar cheese and stir together, mixing well. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat until cheese is thoroughly melted, stirring occasionally to keep from scorching.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 666 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Cholesterol 117.7 mg, Fat 36.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 33.3 g, SaturatedFat 21.7 g, Sodium 1320.1 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

QUICK AND EASY CREAM OF CHICKEN SOUP (LITE-BLEU)



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This is our own creation of homemade soup which is ready to eat in about forty minutes. The flavor is superb, and if you like, you can add just about any variation of vegetables you have on hand for an even more robust stew-like dish. All Lite-Bleu recipes are complete meals that we designed for our weight loss diet. Please visit our homepage for more info.

Provided by 2Bleu

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into very small pieces
1 dash salt
1 dash black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed rosemary
1 tablespoon rubbed sage
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced very small
2 celery ribs, diced very small
1 carrot, diced very small
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups 2% low-fat milk or 2 cups half-and-half
2 (14 ounce) cans fat-free chicken broth
1 teaspoon chicken base (like bullion, but it is a paste and much more flavorful)
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • In a bowl, sprinkle crushed rosemary, rubbed sage, salt, and pepper over chicken. Toss to coat. Heat olive oil in a large non-stick dutch oven. Add chicken to oil, and cook until chicken is done. About 7-8 minutes. Remove chicken to a bowl. Set aside.
  • Melt butter in the remaining oil in pot. Add onion, celery, carrot and garlic and saute about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add flour all at once and mix well. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly. Add half-and-half, broth, and chicken base. Continue stirring constantly until mixture thickens and comes to a boil. About 10 minutes.
  • Reduce heat and add chicken and remaining seasonings to taste. Cook an additional 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.8, Fat 13, SaturatedFat 6.5, Cholesterol 72.5, Sodium 923.8, Carbohydrate 16, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 5.9, Protein 23.2

NICOLE'S BEST BAKED ZITI



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For Sunday suppers, team dinners, or dinner drop-offs for a friend in need, this crowd-pleasing baked ziti with sausage is hearty, rich, and flavorful. Perfectly baked pasta absorbs flavor from the tangy tomato sauce, contrasting beautifully with the creamy ricotta mixture. This budget-friendly meal tastes like you spent all day making it! Serve alongside crusty bread, an Italian salad, and a glass of red wine.

Provided by NicoleMcmom

Categories     Ziti

Time 1h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 (16 ounce) package ziti pasta
¾ pound ground Italian sausage
¾ pound ground sirloin
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
¾ teaspoon ground pepper, divided
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 (24 ounce) jars marinara sauce
½ cup water
1 (15 ounce) container whole milk ricotta cheese
¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided
1 large egg
1 tablespoon chopped fresh Italian parsley
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 ½ (8 ounce) packages mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon kosher salt to the boiling water and stir in pasta. Cook until just about tender to the bite, about 8 minutes (or 1 to 2 minutes less than package instructions).
  • At the same time, heat a large, deep skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat. Add sausage and beef and cook, crumbling with the back of a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes. Add onion, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper, and pepper flakes; cook until onion is translucent and softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Drain pasta and return to the pot. Add about 1/2 cup marinara; toss to coat and let sit until needed.
  • Add remaining marinara sauce to the browned meat mixture. Pour 1/4 cup water into each jar, shake to release any leftover sauce in the jar, and pour into the skillet. Stir and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, for 10 minutes.
  • Stir ricotta cheese, 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, egg, parsley, basil, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper together in a bowl.
  • Add 2 cups meat sauce to the pasta; toss to coat.
  • Spread 1/2 cup meat sauce into the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Add ½ of the pasta mixture and top with 2 cups meat sauce. Lightly dollop and spread ricotta mixture over the top and sprinkle evenly with 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese. Add remaining pasta mixture, remaining meat sauce, and remaining mozzarella on top. Sprinkle evenly with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden and bubbly, 25 to 30 minutes. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 808.4 calories, Carbohydrate 70.2 g, Cholesterol 145.9 mg, Fat 37.2 g, Fiber 6.5 g, Protein 45.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.2 g, Sodium 1700.8 mg

BUFFALO CHICKEN NAAN PIZZA



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Cajun-spiced grilled chicken, spicy Buffalo sauce, and a creamy cheese sauce on garlic naan bread makes a delicious, easy pizza meal.

Provided by Luke Summers

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 large chicken breasts
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, or to taste
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese
⅔ cup sour cream
¼ cup half-and-half
2 tablespoons powdered Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
crushed black pepper to taste
4 garlic naan breads
1 (4 ounce) package crumbled feta cheese, or to taste
½ cup Buffalo wing sauce (such as Frank's®)
⅓ cup melted butter
1 ½ tablespoons tomato paste
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Season chicken with Cajun seasoning.
  • Grill chicken on the preheated grill until no longer pink inside and juices run clear, 5 to 10 minutes per side. Remove from grill, leaving grill on. Let chicken rest for 3 to 4 minutes, then cut into small pieces and set aside.
  • Combine cream cheese, sour cream, half-and-half, Parmesan cheese, rosemary, garlic, and black pepper in a mixing bowl. Spread white sauce evenly onto naan, then layer chicken and feta cheese on top. Refrigerate any leftover white sauce.
  • Combine Buffalo sauce, melted butter, tomato paste, smoked paprika, and nutmeg in a bowl. Drizzle Buffalo sauce on top of naan pizzas.
  • Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
  • Heat pizzas on the hot grill until warmed through, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer pizzas to the preheated broiler and finish cooking until golden brown on top, about 1 minute more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.6 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Cholesterol 113.3 mg, Fat 29.2 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 16.8 g, Sodium 1127.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

INDIAN BUTTER CHICKEN NAAN PIZZA WITH LIME & PEANUT SLAW



Indian Butter Chicken Naan Pizza with Lime & Peanut Slaw image

Naan serves as the crust for our Indian Butter Chicken pizza. We slow cooked the toppings and then added tangy slaw on top.

Provided by By Jessica Walker

Categories     Entree

Time 6h35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 23

2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons grated gingerroot
2 tablespoons finely chopped garlic
1 teaspoon ground cardamom
2 teaspoons garam masala
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
2 dried bay leaves
1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
1 can (14 oz) light coconut milk
2 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1 container (6 oz) Greek plain yogurt
1/4 teaspoon salt
8 to 10 naan breads
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 bag (16 oz) coleslaw mix (8 cups)
1 1/2 cups roasted peanuts
3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/3 cup lime juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Steps:

  • Spray 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, melt butter with vegetable oil over medium heat. Add onion and garlic; cook about 5 minutes or until onion is softened.
  • Stir in cardamom, garam masala, chili powder and coriander. Cook 2 minutes longer, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in tomato paste and coconut milk. Heat until thoroughly blended. Pour mixture into slow cooker. Add chicken, yogurt and salt; stir to mix.
  • Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours (or on High heat setting 4 hours).
  • To make pizzas, set oven control to broil. Place naan breads on ungreased cookie sheet. Top each with desired amount of chicken mixture. Sprinkle each with mozzarella cheese.
  • Broil until cheese is melted.
  • Just before serving, stir together all Slaw ingredients. Top pizzas with slaw.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

CHICKEN CORDON BLEU PASTA



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Facebook fans of my blog, Chef in Training, inspired me to make this creamy pasta casserole out of ingredients I had on hand. Success! I took the dish for another flavorful spin and added a bit of smoky bacon and toasted bread crumbs. -Nikki Barton, Providence, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened and cubed
1-1/2 cups shredded Swiss cheese, divided
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 cups sliced cooked chicken breasts
3/4 cup crumbled cooked bacon
3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
3 tablespoons dry bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cook pasta according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat cream and cream cheese over medium heat until smooth, stirring occasionally. Stir in 1 cup Swiss cheese, onion powder, garlic salt and pepper until blended., Drain pasta; stir in chicken, bacon and ham. Add sauce; toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and the bread crumbs. Bake, uncovered, 18-22 minutes or until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 826 calories, Fat 56g fat (33g saturated fat), Cholesterol 249mg cholesterol, Sodium 1093mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 47g protein.

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