HIgh Protein Recipes

BACON-WRAPPED CHICKEN WITH ROASTED ZUCCHINI

We wrap tender chicken with strips of bacon that crisp up when placed under the broiler. It's a fast recipe for a satisfying, healthy meal.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 35 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 (8 ounce) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, trimmed and halved 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil plus 1 tablespoon divided 1 teaspoon dried thyme, divided ½ teaspoon salt, divided ½ teaspoon ground pepper, divided 4 slices bacon 1 ½ pounds zucchini and/or summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices 1 small onion, halved and sliced METHOD STEP 1 Position racks in upper and lower third...

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EASY SHRIMP STIR-FRY WITH GREEN PEPPER, PINEAPPLE & BACON

This sweet, spicy and super-easy shrimp-and-vegetable stir-fry starts with a very small amount of bacon in the wok, which creates drippings that add tons of smoky flavor to the vegetables and shrimp that go in next.   MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 20 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce 2 tablespoons Shaoxing rice wine 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium tamari 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons cornstarch 2 ounces thick-cut bacon, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 1 large green bell pepper, chopped 12 ounces peeled and deveined raw shrimp (21-25 count) 1 bunch scallions, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 tablespoon minced peeled fresh ginger...

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SLOW-COOKER TURKEY CHILI WITH BUTTERNUT SQUASH

The sweetness of the butternut squash tames the kick from cayenne in this healthy turkey chili, making this easy crock pot chili just right for kids and adults alike, whether for weeknight dinners or tailgating parties.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME  4 HOUR30 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 pound lean ground turkey 1 (28 ounce) can no-salt-added crushed tomatoes 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed 1 large onion, diced 4 cups cubed butternut squash 1 cup water ¼ cup tomato paste 3 tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh garlic ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon ¾...

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GARLIC SHRIMP WITH CILANTRO SPAGHETTI SQUASH

Garlicky shrimp are served on top of buttery, cilantro-flecked spaghetti squash in this quick, healthy dinner recipe inspired by shrimp scampi.    MAKES 4 SERVING/ TOTAL TIME 25 MINUTES INGREDIENTS 1 2 1/2- to 3-pound spaghetti squash, halved lengthwise and seeded 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon salt, divided ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper ⅓ cup dry white wine, such as pinot grigio 1 pound peeled and deveined raw shrimp (16-20 per pound), 1 tablespoon lemon juice ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted 1/4 teaspoon...

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