This rustic Italian-inspired dish packs a lot of flavor.  The flavor comes from the sun-dried tomatoes and Romano cheese while fresh marjoram gives the dish a great aroma.  Make the dish healthier by serving with sautéed fresh spinach or steamed broccoli.

Ingredients:

8 ounces orzo (preferably whole-wheat), 1 cup water, 1/2 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (not oil-packed), 1 fresh tomato (diced), 1 clove garlic (peeled), 3 teaspoons chopped fresh marjoram (divided), 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar, 2 teaspoons plus 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (divided), 4 boneless and skinless chicken breasts (trimmed), 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1 9-ounce package frozen artichoke hearts (thawed), 1/2 cup finely shredded Romano cheese…

Chicken is a good source of protein.  Chicken has a great taste, healthy, low fat and is easy and versatile to cook with.  Try this chicken recipe with a yummy mushroom cream sauce.  Just add a little bit of cream to masking the delicate flavors of the chicken.

Ingredients:

2 5-ounce boneless, skinless chicken breasts (trimmed and tenders removed), 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon canola oil, 1 medium shallot (minced), 1 cup thinly sliced shiitake mushroom caps, 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives or scallion greens

Procedure:

1. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.

2.  Heat oil in…

This simple and budget friendly recipe is great for the whole family.  The peanut flavor is definitely delicious and it is very healthy because it is packed with different vegetables.

Ingredients:

1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts, 1/2 cup smooth natural peanut butter,  2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 1 1/2 teaspoons chili-garlic sauce, 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger, 8 ounces whole-wheat spaghetti, 1 12-ounce bag fresh vegetable medley, such as carrots, broccoli, snow peas

Procedure:

1. Boil the pasta in a pot according to package directions.  Before the pasta completely cooks, add the vegetables in the pot with the pasta.  Drain and reserve some of the cooking…

This quick and easy shrimp recipe is definitely low in calories because it only contains 187 calories.  You can serve this with pasta, mashed potatoes, mixed green salad or whole grains like bulgur or brown rice for a healthy and yummy meal.

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 large fennel bulb (cored and cut into 2-inch-long strips), 1 15-ounce can diced tomatoes(preferably fire-roasted), 1 tablespoon chopped oregano, 1 pound raw shrimp (peeled and deveined), 2 tablespoons capers(rinsed), 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Procedure:

1. Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat.

2. Add fennel and cook with occasional stirring for 6 to 8 minutes.  Add tomatoes…