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Chicken-Turkey, Main Dishes, Recipes, Soups, Stews, Chowders

Chicken Tortellini Soup

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8 Servings Prep/Total Time: 30 Min.

Ingredients

    1. 2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) chicken broth
    2. 2 cups water
    3. 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
    4. 1-1/2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
    5. 1 package (9 ounces) refrigerated cheese tortellini
    6. 2 celery ribs, thinly sliced
    7. 1 teaspoon dried basil
    8. 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
    9. 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

    1. In a large saucepan, bring broth and water to a boil; add chicken. Reduce heat; cook for 10 minutes.
    2. Add the remaining ingredients; cook 10-15 minutes longer or until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Yield: 8 servings (about 2 quarts).

 

Chicken-Turkey, Main Dishes, Pasta Dishes, Recipes

Weeknight Chicken and Pasta

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4 Servings Prep/Total Time: 25 Min.

Ingredients

    1. 2 cups uncooked whole wheat bow tie pasta
    2. 1 small onion, chopped
    3. 1 small sweet red pepper, chopped
    4. 1 tablespoon olive oil
    5. 1 garlic clove, minced
    6. 1-1/2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
    7. 1/2 cup reduced-fat sour cream
    8. 1/4 cup fat-free milk
    9. 1/2 teaspoon salt
    10. 1/2 teaspoon pepper
    11. 1/2 teaspoon dried tarragon
    12. 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
    13. 2 tablespoons shredded Parmesan cheese
    14. 2 teaspoons minced chives

Directions

  1. Cook pasta according to package directions.
  2. Meanwhile, in a large nonstick skillet, saute onion and red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the chicken, sour cream, milk and seasonings; heat through. Drain pasta; stir into skillet. Sprinkle with cheese and chives. Yield: 4 servings.
Chicken-Turkey, Main Dishes, Recipes

Easy Chicken Potpie

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6 Servings Prep/Total Time: 30 Min.

Ingredients

    1. 1 medium onion, chopped
    2. 2 tablespoons canola oil
    3. 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
    4. 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
    5. 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) chicken broth
    6. 3/4 cup 2% milk
    7. 3 cups cubed cooked chicken
    8. 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
    9. 1 sheet refrigerated pie pastry

Directions

    1. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Stir in flour and poultry seasoning until blended; gradually add broth and milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add chicken and vegetables.
    2. Transfer to a greased 9-in. deep-dish pie plate. Top with pastry. Trim, seal and flute edges. Cut slits in pastry. Bake at 450° for 15-20 minutes or until crust is golden brown and filling is bubbly. Yield: 6 servings.

 

Beef, Main Dishes, Recipes

Hamburger Goulash

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6 Servings Prep. 5 Min. Cook 30 Min.

Ingredients

    1. 2-1/2 pounds ground beef
    2. 1 medium onion, chopped
    3. 2 cups water
    4. 3/4 cup ketchup
    5. 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
    6. 2 teaspoons paprika
    7. 1 to 2 teaspoons sugar
    8. 1 teaspoon salt
    9. 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
    10. 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    11. 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
    12. 1/4 cup cold water
    13. Hot cooked noodles or mashed potatoes

 

Directions

    1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the water, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, sugar, salt, mustard and garlic powder. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
    2. In a small bowl, combine flour and cold water until smooth; stir into the meat mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Serve over noodles or potatoes; or cool and freeze for up to 3 months.
    3. To use frozen casserole: Thaw in the refrigerator; place in a saucepan and heat through. Yield: 6 cups.

 

Beef, Main Dishes, Recipes

Pepper Beef Goulash 

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4-5 Servings Prep. 10 Min. Cook 4-5 Hours

 

Ingredients

    1. 1/2 cup water
    2. 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
    3. 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
    4. 1 envelope sloppy joe seasoning
    5. 2 to 2-1/4 pounds beef stew meat (3/4-inch cubes)
    6. 1 celery rib, cut into 1/2-inch slices
    7. 1 medium green pepper, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
    8. Hot cooked rice or noodles

 

Directions

  1. In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the water, tomato paste, vinegar and sloppy joe seasoning. Stir in the beef, celery and green pepper. Cover and cook on high for 4-5 hours. Serve with rice. Yield: 4-5 servings