Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Cordon Bleu “‘Cordon Bleu’ is a French term, literally translated as ‘blue ribbon’, that originally referred to an award for culinary excellence given to women cooks! The term can now apply to any superior cook (yes, men too), and also to this dish (chicken, ham and Swiss cheese slices, breaded and sauteed). This yummy version adds paprika and a creamy white wine sauce worthy of its own blue ribbon. Two blue ribbon tastes in wedded bliss — Chicken Cordon Bleu II!” Ingredients 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 6 slices Swiss cheese 6 slices ham 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour … Continue reading Chicken Cordon Bleu

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Chicken Tortilla Soup “This soup is quick to make, flavorful, and filling! Serve with warm corn bread or tortillas. This also freezes well. Garnish with chopped fresh avocado, Monterey Jack cheese, crushed tortilla chips, or green onion!” Ingredients 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons chili powder 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed chicken broth 1 1/4 cups water 1 cup whole corn kernels, cooked 1 cup white hominy 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chile peppers 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and … Continue reading Chicken Tortilla Soup

Indian Chicken Curry (Murgh Kari)

Indian Chicken Curry (Murgh Kari) Recipe By:Ayshren “This is a really good recipe for spicy Indian chicken curry. It’s pretty easy to make and tastes really good!” Ingredients 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 2 teaspoons salt 1/2 cup cooking oil 1 1/2 cups chopped onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger root 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground turmeric 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 tablespoon water 1 (15 ounce) can crushed tomatoes 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 … Continue reading Indian Chicken Curry (Murgh Kari)

Chicken Chimichangas with Sour Cream Sauce

Chicken Chimichangas with Sour Cream Sauce Recipe By:SSTRAWDER “I am not generally a fan of chimichangas at restaurants, but this had me going back for seconds. It is easy to prepare the meat ahead of time and then have a very quick meal in a pinch.” Ingredients Chicken filling: 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 3 cups water 1 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon onion powder 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 (7 ounce) can chopped green chilies, divided 1/2 cup diced onion 3 … Continue reading Chicken Chimichangas with Sour Cream Sauce

Chicken Chimichangas

Chicken Chimichangas Recipe By:Rebecca Swift “Tortillas filled with a chicken, rice, beans and olive mixture – rolled, fried and topped with a piquant avocado mix, sour cream and cheese, all served on a bed of lettuce. Being raised 12 miles from the border of Mexico, I was brought up on Mexican food and learned how to make many of the dishes.” Ingredients 1 1/2 cups chicken broth 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice 1/2 cup red enchilada sauce 1 1/2 onion, diced, divided 6 (12 inch) flour tortillas 4 cups diced cooked chicken breast, divided 1 pound Monterey Jack cheese, shredded, … Continue reading Chicken Chimichangas

Slow Cooker Refried Beans

Slow Cooker Refried Beans “Refried beans are simple to make when cooked in a slow cooker. This recipe will yield flavorful, fat-free refried beans seasoned with garlic, jalapeno, and cumin.” Ingredients 1 onion, peeled and halved 3 cups dry pinto beans, rinsed 1/2 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 5 teaspoons salt 1 3/4 teaspoons fresh ground black pepper 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin, optional 9 cups water Directions Place the onion, rinsed beans, jalapeno, garlic, salt, pepper, and cumin into a slow cooker. Pour in the water and stir to combine. Cook on High for 8 … Continue reading Slow Cooker Refried Beans