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Low-Fat Dinners

Low-Fat Dinners

Main course meals lower in fat for a healthy lifestyle



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recipe for low-fat chicken enchiladas

Low-Fat Chicken Enchiladas

When you think of enchiladas, it's a gooey, cheesy, decidedly not low-fat picture that comes to mind, right? Doesn't have to be. Keep the cheesy and keep the gooey with this...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for baked fish

Baked Fish

This recipe works well with a wide variety of fish. We like a firm white fish such as tilapia, cod, or flounder. Adjust the cooking time as needed to account for the thickness of the fish.

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low-fat baked macaroni

Low-Fat Baked Macaroni

With a few tricks up your sleeve you can make a creamy mac n' cheese bake that's lower in fat than your taste buds would believe. The crunch from parmesan bread crumbs on top...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for low fat salisbury steak

Low Fat Salisbury Steak

Who says you can't enjoy Salisbury steak on a diet? This low-fat version is here to change the game, one lean, savory patty at a time.

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for low fat crab cakes

Low Fat Crab Cakes

If you're worried that crab cakes that aren't cooked in a mountain of butter don't hold up, have no fear. Fat-free mayo and yogurt save the day, and all the classic herbs and spices...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

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recipe for low-fat chicken and mushroom quiche

Low-Fat Chicken and Mushroom Quiche

This healthy recipe has a lot to love--mushrooms, diced chicken, and shallots with tarragon all together in an egg mixture baked up in a crispy crust.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for boiled shrimp

Boiled Shrimp

Perfectly seasoned and boiled shrimp makes great finger food for a party or snack. Serve with cocktail sauce, warm garlic butter, sriracha mayo, or other dipping sauces.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for angel hair pasta with tomato seafood cream sauce

Angel Hair Pasta with Tomato Seafood Cream Sauce

Tomato-cream pasta sauce goes great with seafood such as scallops. You can use bay scallops instead of sea scallops, just reduce the cooking time by...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken broccoli dijon

Chicken Broccoli Dijon

Made with egg noodles, Dijon mustard, milk, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, chicken broth, garlic powder, garlic, broccoli, all-purpose flour

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for apple and cornbread stuffed pork loin

Apple and Cornbread Stuffed Pork Loin

Made with onions, celery, black pepper, Granny Smith apple, Granny Smith apples, corn bread stuffing mix, apple juice or cider, dried rubbed sage, egg, boneless...

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for cucumber chicken

Cucumber Chicken

Made with black pepper, fresh dill, boneless skinless chicken breast halves, olive or vegetable oil, cucumber, plain low-fat yogurt, mayonnaise

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low-fat chicken pot pies

Low-Fat Chicken Pot Pies

Who says you can't have hearty and healthy at the same time? Delicious and low-fat, these creamy individual chicken pot pies will be a new family favorite.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for lowfat slow cooker turkey sausage stew

Lowfat Slow Cooker Turkey Sausage Stew

If you're looking for a hearty fall-flavored stew without all the extra fat, here it is. Apples and sauerkraut add some sweet and tangy flavors to this warming...

Method:   crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

recipe for lowfat shrimp creole

Lowfat Shrimp Creole

Made with white rice, butter, carrots, onions, green bell pepper, celery, mushrooms, zucchini, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for baked cantonese cod

Baked Cantonese Cod

Made with cilantro, cooked rice, cod fillets, fresh ginger, scallions, garlic, soy sauce, wine vinegar, sesame oil, red pepper flakes

Method:   outdoor grill, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for spanish chicken and rice casserole

Spanish Chicken and Rice Casserole

Made with skinless, boneless chicken breasts, arborio rice, onion, olive oil, stewed tomatoes, chicken broth, paprika, dried oregano, black pepper, roasted red...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low-fat chicken a la king

Low-Fat Chicken a la King

Made with butter, flour, chicken broth, evaporated milk, pimento, white pepper, paprika, egg whites

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken and rice

Chicken and Rice

Made with black pepper, salt, poultry seasoning, skinless, boneless chicken breast, instant white rice, water, celery, bell pepper, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for pork tenderloin with garlic mustard sauce

Pork Tenderloin with Garlic Mustard Sauce

Made with parsley, Dijon mustard, garlic, scallion, pork tenderloin, flour, butter, olive oil, beef broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef casserole supreme

Beef Casserole Supreme

Made with ground beef, garlic, mushrooms, black pepper, cream of celery soup, instant rice, dried minced onion, oregano, salt, frozen broccoli

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for family-style creamy chicken and noodles

Family-Style Creamy Chicken and Noodles

Made with cream of chicken soup, white pepper, bay leaf, egg noodles, water, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, onions, celery, salt, dried thyme

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low fat crab burger

Low Fat Crab Burger

Made with eggs, egg substitute, imitation crab, bread crumbs, green bell pepper, crab seasoning

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fettuccine florentine

Fettuccine Florentine

Made with Parmesan cheese, fettuccine, butter, olive oil, garlic, fresh spinach, evaporated skim milk

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low-fat salsa chicken

Low-Fat Salsa Chicken

Made with Parmesan cheese, chicken breast halves, non-stick cooking spray, salsa, green onions

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low fat pepper steak

Low Fat Pepper Steak

Made with cornstarch, top round steak, onion, garlic, green bell pepper, beef bouillon granules, water, teriyaki sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for skinny scalloped ham and potatoes

Skinny Scalloped Ham and Potatoes

Made with ham or turkey ham, margarine, flour, dry mustard, salt, black pepper, skim milk, potatoes

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for diet chicken

Diet Chicken

Made with chicken breasts, orange soda, soy sauce

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for 265 calorie meal

265 Calorie Meal

Made with pasteurized cheese product, chicken breasts, mushrooms, Italian salad dressing, onion, margarine, zucchini, tomato

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low fat beef fajita

Low Fat Beef Fajita

Made with salsa, non-stick cooking spray, sirloin steak, lime juice, chili powder, onion, red bell pepper, salt, cilantro, lettuce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for low-fat salmon and mushroom risotto

Low-Fat Salmon and Mushroom Risotto

Made with red bell pepper, onion, celery, mushroom, white wine, salmon fillet, clam juice, tomatoes, wild rice, brown rice

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cod provencal

Cod Provencal

Made with lemon juice, kalamata olives, cod fillet, herbes de provence, salt, plum tomatoes, tarragon, parsley

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for low fat butter chicken

Low Fat Butter Chicken

Made with onion, garlic, chicken breast or thigh, ginger root, chili powder, turmeric, cinnamon, garam masala, salt and pepper, tomato paste

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for low fat shrimp and sausage jambalaya

Low Fat Shrimp And Sausage Jambalaya

Made with dried thyme, butter, onion, green bell pepper, celery, garlic, turkey kielbasa, long-grain rice, whole peeled tomatoes, chicken broth

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for low fat lemon chicken with vegetables

Low Fat Lemon Chicken with Vegetables

Made with black pepper, garlic, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, chicken broth, whole mushrooms, carrots, zucchini, lemon juice, brown sugar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for grilled amberjack with caramelized onion

Grilled Amberjack With Caramelized Onion

Made with butter, Vidalia onion, maple syrup, teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, garlic, amber jack fillets, non-stick cooking spray

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for butterflied chops with sundried tomato sauce

Butterflied Chops with Sundried Tomato Sauce

Made with dried basil, pork chops, olive oil, garlic, chicken broth, white wine, water, evaporated skim milk, tomato paste, sun-dried tomato

Method:   stovetop, outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for asian pork with vegetables and brown rice

Asian Pork With Vegetables And Brown Rice

Made with lime juice, fresh ginger, garlic, pork tenderloin, vegetable oil, chicken broth, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, jalapeno, snow peas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for skinny tuna noodle casserole

Skinny Tuna Noodle Casserole

Made with celery, bell peppers, mushrooms, frozen sweet corn, mushroom soup, tuna, skim milk, hot pepper sauce, parsley, black pepper

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


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