Sunday, June 26, 2011

Mediterranean Chicken with Cous-Cous

This recipe is a great option for a quick week-night dinner!

Ingredients:
2 T. Lemon Juice
1 T. EVOO
1 c. Chicken Stock
1 T. Dijon Mustard
1/4 t. dried Oregano
1 clove Garlic, minced
1/4 c Sun-dried Tomatoes
1 1/4 lb. boneless, skinless Chicken Breasts, cut into strips
3 c. Water
1 1/2 c. Cous-Cous
2 T. Goat Cheese

Method:
Combine the first 7 ingredients to create the marinade for the chicken.
Marinate the chicken for at least 2 hours.
Prepare Cous-Cous per the package instructions.
In a medium skilled, cook the chicken with a small amount of marinade for 8 minutes. Set aside.
Add remaining marinade and bring to a full boil.
Top cous-cous with the chicken and sauce. Crumble goat cheese on top.

I think this goes perfect with steamed broccoli!

Thursday, June 16, 2011

Banana Oatmeal Bars

These bars are both healthy (mostly) and delicious! I've been eating them for breakfast, snacks, and dessert lately!

Ingredients:
2 Bananas, mashed
2 Eggs
1/4 c. Brown Sugar
1/2 c. Peanut Butter
3 c. Oatmeal (Old Fashion)
3/4 c. Peanut Butter Chips
3/4 c. Chocolate Chips
3/4 c. dried fruit

Method:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine bananas, eggs, brown sugar & peanut butter in a mixing bowl.

Add Oatmeal, chips and fruit and stir until all is combined.

Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray and then pour the mixture into the pan, spreading it out evenly.

Bake for 30 minutes.

Let cool and enjoy!!