Party Stuffed Mushrooms

A perfect first course Kimkins appetizer, Super Bowl munchie or classic cocktail party hors d'oeuvre. These savory tidbits are always popular!

Ingredients (makes 16 appetizers)

• 16 button mushrooms, stems removed & chopped fine
• 8 large black olives, minced fine
  
• 2 tablespoons red bell pepper, minced fine
• 2 oz lean sandwich ham, minced fine
• 2 oz turkey salami, minced fine
• 2 tablespoon dry grated parmesan cheese
• 1 oz shredded skim mozzarella cheese
• 1 tablespoon nonfat plain yogurt or chicken broth
  
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
• 1/2 teaspoon each garlic powder and black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (optional)
  

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray.

Wipe mushrooms with damp paper towel. Remove stems and chop fine. Spray mushroom caps with cooking spray or Misto oil sprayer on all sides. Mix all ingredients and mushroom stems well and mound into the mushroom caps.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until done and cheese is melted. Serve hot!

Nutrition Info:

• Calories: 25
• Protein: 3 grams
• Carbs: 1 grams
• Fat: 1 grams

Kimkins Chicken Chile Rellenos Casserole

Yummy comfort food with a Tex Mex twist! Make 2 & freeze 1 for later! The perfect dish to serve for a cozy Kimkins family dinner! Low fat, low carb and low calories make this casserole a winner for any weight loss plan.

Ingredients (12 servings)

• 12 oz cooked skinless chicken breasts, diced small
• 3 7-oz cans roasted whole green chiles
  
• 3 cups Southwest flavor Eggbeaters (or 12 eggs)
• 3/4 cup green chile salsa (tomatillo)
• 12 oz queso fresco or mozzarella cheese
• 6 oz shredded low fat sharp cheddar cheese
• 3 oz light cream
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1/4 cup sliced black olives
• 1 teaspoon each ground cumin, garlic powder & paprika
• 1 teaspoon each salt & pepper to taste
  

Preheat to 375. Spray a 9x13 baking dish with cooking spray or money saving Misto Oil Sprayer. Mix spices together in a small bowl. Shred the chicken or dice into 1/2" cubes. Drain the chiles and rinse with cold water. Pat dry with paper towels. Stuff each chili with 1 oz each of chicken and mozzarella or queso fresco cheese and 1 tablespoon of green chile salsa. Lay the stuffed chiles in the pan and sprinkle with the spice mixture.

Whisk the eggs, cream, sour cream, salt and pepper together. Pour over the top of the chiles. Place in the oven and bake uncovered for 35 minutes or until puffy and golden. For the last 5 minutes sprinkle the top with the remaining 1/4 cup cheddar cheese and olives. Remove and let sit for 5 minutes to firm up. Cut into squares and serve with salsa and a fresh green salad.

Nutritional Info (per serving using queso fresco cheese)

• Calories: 156
• Carbs: 5 grams
  
• Protein: 17 grams
  
• Fat: 7 grams

Kimkins Egg Drop Soup

Ingredients (serves 1)

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 11-oz can chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon lite soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon minced green onion
• 1 tablespoon minced veggies (optional)
• Dash garlic powder, pepper & salt

Heat chicken broth & veggies in a small saucepan. Let simmer 2 minutes. Stir broth in a circle and slowly add beaten egg (see threads form!) Add spices to taste and garnish with green onion. Serve!

Note: This low carb version is thinner than restaurant recipes because we omit high carb cornstarch.

Nutritional Info:
Calories: 89
Protein: 10 grams
Carbs: 2 grams
Fat: 5 grams

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Tex Mex Fajita Wrap

Absolutely delicious, versatile and so easy! This is a special fast version for busy people and the carb count is Kimkins low carb diet friendly!

Ingredients (serves 8)

• 4 chicken breasts, pounded & sliced thin
• 2 green bell peppers, seeded & sliced thin
• 1 onion, cut in half & sliced thin
• 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded & minced (optional)
• . 5 cup chicken broth
• 2 tbsp cilantro, finely chopped (optional)
• 2 baby carrots, finely chopped
  
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground chili pepper
• 1 tsp each black pepper & salt
  

Put chicken broth, garlic and spices into a small bowl, mix well and set aside. Place chicken, onion and bell peppers in a large mixing bowl and add chicken broth mixture. Marinate for 15-30 minutes.

Pour chicken & veggies into a large skillet, cover and cook over low heat for 15 minutes, checking occasionally. When veggies are fork tender, remove cover and turn heat up to high until most of the liquid is gone. Sprinkle with cilantro, stir and serve!

For even lower calories, add extra Kimkins friendly veggies. Perfect for an easy lunch the next day! Use butter lettuce or romaine lettuce and enjoy a Tex Mex wrap!

Artichoke, Mushroom & Asparagus Salad

Try this delectable salad inspired by Giada de Laurentiis of the Food Network. Quick, rich in antioxidants, Kimkins friendly and very pretty to boot!

Ingredients (serves 4-6)

1 carton button mushrooms, sliced
1 bunch asparagus, sliced into 3-inch pieces
1 6 oz can Albacore, water packed
4 oz frozen artichoke hearts, thawed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
1 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp fresh tarragon, minced
1 shallot, minced
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt & black pepper

Warm the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the shallot and garlic and cook until tender, about 2 minutes.

Add the mushrooms and cook until golden, about 5 minutes. Add the asparagus and artichokes and cook until the asparagus is tender, about 5 more minutes. Turn off the heat and add the tomatoes, tarragon, salt and pepper.

Mix together briefly and serve over fresh baby spinach or frisee salad for a delicious weekend lunch or on a Mother's Day buffet.

Kimkins Dreamsicle Protein Smoothie

Who couldn't use a quick on-the-go breakfast smoothie in the morning? Take it with you!

Ingredients (makes 1)

• 1 can diet orange soda
• 1 oz light cream
• 1 scoop low carb vanilla protein powder
• 1-2 packets Equal
• 8 ice cubes or 2 cups crushed ice
  

Mix everything in a personal smoothie maker or blender. Add orange soda last because it fizzes. Blend on HIGH for 1-2 minutes until ice is evenly chopped and shake looks creamy.

Nutritional Info
calories: 142
protein: 18
carbs: 3 grams
fat: 6 grams