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Mediterranean Chicken Recipe

AHA Publisher — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 07:00:38 +0000

Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN – When it’s time to prepare a weeknight dinner after a busy day, the last thing you want to do is spend a ton of time in the kitchen. Time-consuming meals have their place — my chicken pot pie and garlic lamb roast are worth the time, for instance — but when you need a meal fast, you need something quick, nutritious and delicious. That’s where this Mediterranean chicken recipe comes in. This dish perfectly reflects the Mediterranean diet as well as that region in general, with common ingredients from Italy, Greece and even Turkey. The lean protein is topped with a fresh, easy Mediterranean chicken sauce sauce that pairs well with a green salad, a side of veggies or even a gluten-free pasta. Best of all, it’s a 30-minute meal from start to finish. Key Ingredients There are many Mediterranean chicken recipes out there, including: Mediterranean chicken kabobs Mediterranean chicken thighs Mediterranean chicken salad Mediterranean chicken marinade Mediterranean chicken salad Mediterranean chicken pasta For mine, we make sure it’s as healthy as possible. Here are the key ingredients: Free-range chicken breasts: Make sure your Mediterranean chicken breasts are from free-range chickens. This ensures they aren’t pumped full of antibiotics and hormones and are responsibly raised. Ghee: Ghee is a great alternative to butter, as you can cook with it at high heat, and it’s loaded with benefits, too. It’s loaded with fat-soluble vitamins, free of lactose and casein, supports bone health, and more. Goat cheese: Goat cheese nutrition provides a healthy dose of of good-for-you fats, protein, calcium, probiotics, and several vitamins and minerals. How to Make Mediterranean Chicken Preheat the oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit, and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, in a pan, sauté the garlic, broth and ghee. Once the garlic is fragrant, remove the pan from the heat, and stir in the coconut sugar. Next, season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper and onion powder. Place the chicken on the prepared baking sheet, and then top it with the garlic-ghee mixture. Sprinkle the goat cheese over the garlic chicken, and top with fresh tomato slices. Bake the chicken for 15–18 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and no longer pink on the inside. While the chicken cooks, get your sides ready. In a half hour, you’ll have a full meal ready to set on the table. The next time you’re tempted to order takeout, try this Mediterranean version of chicken instead! Mediterranean Chicken Recipe This 30-minute Mediterranean chicken dish perfectly reflects the Mediterranean diet, with common ingredients from Italy, Greece and Turkey. INGREDIENTS 4 chicken breasts 6 garlic cloves 3 tablespoons coconut sugar 2 tablespoons ghee 1 tablespoon chicken broth sea salt and black pepper to taste dash of onion powder tomato slices goat cheese INSTRUCTIONS Preheat oven to 450 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a pan, sauté garlic, broth and ghee. Remove from heat and stir in coconut sugar. Season chicken with salt, pepper and onion powder. Place chicken on baking sheet and cover with the ghee mixture. Sprinkle goat cheese over chicken and top with tomato slices. Bake uncovered for 15–18 minutes or until chicken is cooked through. To read the original article click here.

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Chili Cheese Dip Recipe

AHA Publisher — Thu, 21 Oct 2021 07:00:17 +0000

Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DNM, CN – Most of us are tempted to buy chips and dips from the store. After all, aren’t flavors like “chili cheese” or “buffalo” hard to recreate at home? Of course not — not with my homemade chili cheese dip recipe. It’s easy to re-create these delicious dips at home without weird fillers or preservatives. When you want a meaty, cheesy dip, nothing tastes better than my chili cheese dip recipe. I love serving this one on game day, but it’s delicious any time. Key Ingredients By combining my buffalo chili with this recipe, you’re going to have a real crowd-pleaser on your hands. Because it’s made from healthy ingredients like coconut oil and grass-fed beef or bison, this dip is good for you, too! Here are some of the main players in this homemade chili cheese dip recipe: Grass-fed beef or bison: It’s your choice here, but make sure you opt for grass-fed versions to avoid the unnecessary hormones and unhealthy feed given to factory-farm meat. Grass-fed beef is a tremendous source of protein, and when eaten in moderation, it can even be good for the heart and blood sugar and is better for the environment than non-grass-fed varieties. The same goes for bison meat, which is also high in vitamin B12, zinc, selenium, niacin and iron. Coconut oil: A tremendous source of healthy fats, coconut oil is perfect for high-heat cooking and can support overall health in a number of ways. Goat cheese: I love goat cheese because it’s lower in lactose than cow’s cheese, making it easier for the body to digest — plus, it clocks in at less calories. Ready to make one of the best dips ever? How to Make Chili Cheese Dip Start by preheating the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Then, in a small dish, crumble half of the goat cheese. Spread the buffalo chili over the cheese, and then add in the remaining goat cheese. Slide the dish in the oven, and let it bake for eight to 10 minutes or until heated through. Serve with your favorite gluten-free chips and enjoy! How easy is that? This chili cheese dip recipe is so simple. The buffalo chili portion requires little prep, too. You can let the chili simmer in a crockpot throughout the day before making the chili cheese dip or whip it up in about an hour. Every game is a good game when you serve this dip! Chili Cheese Dip Recipe Tempted to buy chips and dips from the store? Don’t. Instead, when you want a meaty, cheesy dip, try my chili cheese dip recipe. INGREDIENTS 4 ounces chèvre goat cheese 1 cup Buffalo Chili Recipe 1 cup goat cheese, shredded INSTRUCTIONS Make Buffalo Chili Recipe. Preheat oven to 400 F. Crumble chèvre goat cheese into a small baking dish. Spread hot chili over top. Sprinkle goat cheese on top of the chili, and bake for 8–10 minutes. NOTES It’s up to you whether you use grass-fed beef or bison. It’s up to personal preference. To make this vegetarian-friendly, you can simply skip the meat and use some extra veggies in the chili instead. To read the original article click here.

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Goat Cheese & Artichoke Dip Recipe

AHA Publisher — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 08:00:40 +0000

Dr. Josh Axe, DC, DMN, CNS – If you’re someone who enjoys snacking or dips, you’ve likely had your share of cheese and artichoke dips, and sure, they’ve probably been tasty. You might have even prepared a few, but if you’re ready to take your dips to the next level, it’s time to make this artichoke dip recipe. Trust me — this one’s tastier (and much healthier) than any spinach and artichoke dip or cheesy dip I’ve ever had. Goat Cheese Appetizers Goat cheese is one of my favorite cheeses. It’s tangy and creamy, perfect for adding to your favorite dishes. It’s also lower in the milk proteins some people are sensitive to, so even if you struggle with digesting traditional cow’s milk cheeses, you might find you can tolerate goat’s milk better. Different countries call goat’s cheese by different names. One of the most common is the French chèvre, which is what we’ll use here. If you’re new to goat cheese, get ready to fall in love with this cow’s milk alternative. Some of my favorite appetizers and salads incorporate goat cheese. For a light pre-meal salad, this berry goat cheese salad is delicious. Fruit and goat cheese make a really great combination, and if you like the berry salad, you’ll love this balsamic peaches and goat cheese salad recipe. For a more traditional, cheesy appetizer, this eggplant-wrapped goat cheeseis a winner. Nutrition Facts You might be worried about how healthy artichoke dip is. Here’s what you’re getting with one serving of this dip. 386 calories 8.8 grams carbohydrates 23.8 grams protein 29 grams fat 3.2 grams fiber 570 milligrams phosphorus (81 percent DV) 0.8 milligrams vitamin B2 (76 percent DV) 669 milligrams calcium (67 percent DV) 0.5 milligrams copper (61 percent DV) 1,283 international units vitamin A (55 percent DV) 23.7 micrograms vitamin K (26 percent DV) 73 milligrams magnesium (24 percent DV) 1.6 milligrams zinc (20 percent DV) 0.4 milligrams manganese (20 percent DV) 2.2 milligrams niacin (16 percent DV) 2.1 milligrams iron (12 percent DV) 0.1 milligrams thiamine (12 percent DV) 8.3 milligrams vitamin C (11 percent DV) 43 micrograms folate (11 percent DV) 6.2 micrograms selenium (11 percent DV) 0.5 milligrams vitamin B5 (10 percent DV) 0.1 milligrams vitamin B6 (10 percent DV) 0.2 micrograms vitamin B12 (8 percent DV) 0.9 milligrams vitamin E (6 percent DV) 265 milligrams potassium (6 percent DV) The cheeses in this artichoke dip provide quite a few health benefits. For starters, it’s packed with protein. Good-for-you dairy like goat cheese is a terrific meat-free source of proteinthat is often overlooked in favor of meatier choices. I also love that artichokes are an integral part of this dip. Artichokes made the cut as one of my top high-antioxidant foods for good reason. They’re rich in fiber, which helps you feel full longer and can assist in weight loss efforts. They also keep your skin looking bright and firm, and they can reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol levels, helping improve your heart’s health. Combine these two healthy foods with doses of fresh herbs and refreshing lemon, and you’ve got a recipe for artichoke dip that’s going to be a new dip staple. How to Make Artichoke Dip This healthy artichoke dip recipe couldn’t be easier to make. Start by adding all of the ingredients except for the pecorino romano cheese to a food processor. Make sure all your ingredients aren’t too tightly packed! Pulse all of the ingredients together until a creamy, well-combined dip is formed. Grab your hunk of pecorino romano cheese and grate half a cup of it. Sprinkle the pecorino over the artichoke cheese dip and serve. This artichoke dip is excellent with veggies, your favorite GMO-free corn chips, pita bread or most things, really. Enjoy! Goat Cheese & Artichoke Dip Recipe DESCRIPTION If you’re ready to take your dips to the next level, it’s time to try this tasty and healthy artichoke dip recipe made with goat cheese. INGREDIENTS One 14-ounce can artichoke hearts, drained 1 pound chévre goat cheese 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 garlic clove, minced ½ cup pecorino romano, grated 1 tablespoon parsley 1 tablespoon chives ½ tablespoon basil ½ teaspoon sea salt ½ teaspoon black pepper Dash of cayenne pepper (optional*) INSTRUCTIONS In a food processor, mix all ingredients except the pecorino romano until well-incorporated and creamy. Top with freshly grated pecorino romano. To read the original article click here. For more articles from Dr. Axe click here.

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