I so didn't even realize this thread existed.
I am such a dork!
Well, the espresso thumbprint cookies I've been talking about are certainly NOT healthy, but I have a great warm, filling meal that IS! AND it's almost totally fat-free!
Chicken Stew
2 lbs of skinless, boneless chicken breast, with all fat cut off & cut into small pieces (bite size)
2 cups chopped carrots
2 cups chopped celery
1 large white onion, chopped
6 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup minced garlic (I use the jar kind, easier...)
assorted spices (I use rosemary, savory, garlic salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano)
4 medium potatoes (whatever kind), peeled & chopped into 1/2" chunks
2 containers of fat-free chicken broth (or use a bunch of water & broth cubes)
Put 'em all in a crock pot EXCEPT THE CHICKEN -- DON'T PUT THAT IN!!!! -- And cook on low/med for about 5 hrs. I take my frozen chicken out when I start this, and when it's thawed out, I start it.
Cook the chicken thoroughly with a little olive oil (evoo is best) & some garlic & onions until it's done, and then pop that all into the crock pot. Simmer for another hour or so, then enjoy! You've got a super healthy, super EASY, almost thought-free dinner that kids love and makes grownups feel better.
Good additions:
*1 cup of rice. I prefer white, but brown works just as well. *Add at beginning*
*1/2 cup egg noodles, or whole-wheat noodles if you prefer. *Add 1 hr before serving*
*Leeks, mushrooms, sugar-snap peas, water chestnuts, etc. Various veggies. Toss 'em in at the beginning. If you wanted more of an asian-style soup, here, add a bit of soy sauce & toss in some asian-style veggies.
YUM!
The other way to do this is to use stew meat from the store. Get about 1.5 lbs, and cook until it's well-done. Same veggies & whatnot, just don't use chicken stock. Try beef stock or veggie bullion cubes.
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