A new take on the chicken sandwich. We love chicken at my house, so I’m always open to new ideas. I tried this at a ladies luncheon and then came home and made my own variety. This recipe
serves 4.

2 Tbs. Dijon-style mustard
1 clove of garlic crushed
1/2 teaspoon thyme, crushed
Salt and pepper to taste
4 chicken breasts, sliced
Any whole wheat crunchy bread
(pita, rolls, sourdough, hot and toasted)

Directions:
1. Combine the 2 Tbs. mustard, thyme, and pepper.
2. Brush both sides of chicken with mustard mixture.
3. Place chicken on grill for best flavor, cook through.
4. To serve, thinly slice chicken, place on bread of choice.
5. If desired add lettuce, tomato, onion, and additional mustard.

Health Benefits:
Low in saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol and sugar. The chicken is a great source of protein and tastes great when grilled. Slice it thin and it will melt in your mouth. Garlic and thyme are full of antioxidants and add a nice flavor to the chicken.

A healthy way to enjoy pizza. My kids love it when I make this recipe. It takes less than 30 minutes, and the boys are always willing to help. Of course, the turkey seems to disappear before it makes it to the pizza, but I always keep some back up in the fridge.

1 Store bought whole wheat package pizza dough
4 plum tomatoes sliced
4 ounces cooked turkey breast cut up
3 tbs. fresh basil
black pepper
1 package fresh cut up mushrooms
1 to 2 cups mozzarella cheese

1. Heat oven to 400 degrees.
2. Coat pan with nonstick cooking spray.
3. Place whole wheat pizza on pan, and arrange tomatoes, mushrooms, and turkey on pizza.
4. Sprinkle with basil pepper and cheese.
5. Bake till hot and golden 15 to 18 minutes.
6. Cut and serve it while it’s hot!

Health Benefits:
Turkey is high in protein and low in saturated fat making it a great alternative to fatty pepperoni on your pizza pie. Use real tomatoes in place of sugar laden tomato sauce, for a healthy ration of antioxidants, fiber and potassium. Whole wheat pizza dough is a healthy choice for a meal that your family will rave about.

Well, he wasn’t my cousin, but my girlfriend had a crazy cousin who was an excellent chef. He had so many tales it was hard to know what was truth and what was fiction. He claimed that he once cooked for a Prince, but we could never confirm this story. He gave her this recipe, which she loaned to me. I decided to add it to the recipe file because it tastes so good.

4 skinless chicken breast
2 tbs. of honey
1 tbs. of orange juice
1/4 cup ground ginger
1/4 cup black pepper
1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
1 cup crushed cornflakes

1. Coat baking pan with nonstick cooking spray
2. Place chicken in bowl and coat with honey.
3. In a separate bowl combine, cornflakes, parsley, pepper, ginger and orange juice together.
4. Place chicken in baking pan and sprinkle mixture over chicken.
5. Bake uncovered 350 degrees 18 to 20 until chicken is tender.

Health Benefits:
High in protein and low in fat. Chicken is always a good choice. Ginger helps food to digest, contains antioxidants. The orange juice is loaded with Vitamin C, potassium and fiber. Parsley aids in digestion, so be sure to add this herb to your dish. Overall this dish is low in calories, cholesterol, saturated fat, sugar and sodium.

Who says chicken salad has to be fattening? Chicken salad can be healthy, if you know how to prepare it without the added fat of mayonnaise. Simply follow the directions below for a tasty sweet and sour chicken that is sure to please.

1 rotisserie chicken (skinless white meat only) shred about 6 to 8 oz. and set aside
1/2 cup peach or apricot spreadable fruit
2 Tbs. cider vinegar
1 Tbs. reduced sodium soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
6 cups torn mixed greens
2 medium oranges sectioned
1 cup broccoli florets
1 cup cauliflower florets

Directions:

1. For the dressing in a small saucepan stir together spreadable fruit, vinegar,
soy sauce, and ginger.
2. Cook and stir over low heat until bubbly, set aside.
3. In large bowl toss greens, chicken, orange sections, broccoli and cauliflower.
4. Divide greens onto 4 plates.
5. Drizzle with dressing.
6. I love to sprinkle it with toasted almonds, for that extra crunch.

Health Benefits:
Chicken is a great source of protein that is low in fat and high in nutrients. Both broccoli and cauliflower are high in Vitamin C and provide the needed fiber for a healthy digestive system. A great combination, this recipe promotes healthy eating without sacrificing flavor.

Love to have a shake but hate feeling guilty? Try this healthy alternative and enjoy it until your straw sucks up the last drop. This recipe makes 4 servings. Remember portion control is key to watching your weight, even with healthy food.

1 1/2 cups vanilla fat-free yogurt
13/4 cups fat-free milk
5 to 6 strawberries
1 tsp sugar
5 Tbs. Fat-free chocolate pudding mix

Blend all ingredients together till smooth garnish with fresh strawberries and grated chocolate.

Health Benefits:
Low in saturated fat and full of antioxidants. Yogurt is full of pre-biotics and pro-biotics, healthy bacteria, also a good source of fiber, yogurt is delicious and adds just the right stuff to pull this dish together.