A quick, easy and healthy meal in minutes!

Submitted by DEFREYTAG

An Italian favorite gets a below the border twist. Chef Meg made just a few tweaks before giving this one her seal of approval! She adds the spices early in cooking to help boost flavor and added a full pound of turkey for a more filling meal.

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Submitted by DSTENORE

Not just for the lunchroom anymore. These Sloppy Joes are given an extra boost with some surprise ingredients.

broiled chicken in tomato curry sauce

Submitted by FLOWERGARDENNJ

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad. Tip: Save time and energy by roasting two chickens at once and freezing one (carve it first).
NOTE: Save about 125 calories and 11 g fat per serving by removing the skin.

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by COUZCAT

Ready in just 20 minutes.

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With this dish you get a serving of fruit in every portion. Dice the orange if you prefer smaller pieces and�if you�re feeling creative�use a vegetable peeler to create curls of orange zest.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Rich, flavorful honey mustard chicken with carrots and potatoes.

I came up with this recipe just because I was looking for something different to do with chicken breasts!

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Quick, easy and tasty turkey burgers with a kick.

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This recipe makes quite a bit, so you can take half of the remaining chicken mixture and sauce and make soup. See "sour cream chicken enchilada soup" that I also submitted.

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Tostada means toasted in Spanish, and in this simple recipe, Chef Meg makes a crunchy, crispy, chewy, cheesy tostada using leftovers from her Slow Cooker Provencal Chicken and Beans dish.

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This is a great recipe to use as a basis for plenty of meals!

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This is a great meal for a busy night--for some added fun, leave the forks in the cabinet and bring out the chopsticks!

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Chef Meg lowered the fat and calories in this member-submitted recipe, which contains two servings of cooked vegetables per portion!

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Freeze and Reheat in no time for a satisfying and heathy lunch!

Submitted by LALASTRIVE

While Chicken Parmesan is traditionally fried, this lighter version is delightful atop a hearty green salad.

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Garlic lovers, rejoice! This recipe contains a whopping two heads, but the flavor mellows and sweetens when baked.

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This one-dish meal is great for a weeknight meal or as a appetizer for a party.Serve it with steamed broccoli or a green salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I love Wendy's Honey BBQ Wings, but at 580 calories I can't even get fries or a frosty to go with them. I came up with this to satisfy my craving, and still be able to enjoy a side.

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Make this chicken the next you have company for dinner, and they'll swear you hired caterers. It tastes like it came from a restaurant, but for much less money and effort.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

One-dish wonder sure to please the whole family, and use up leftover Thanksgiving turkey meat!

Submitted by TMA031979

In 15 minutes, this easy recipe will take the chill off a cold evening.

Submitted by COUZCAT

This recipe takes a traditional French dish and gives it a California twist. A good portion of the fat comes from the avocado, which has mostly heart-healthy monounsaturated fats.

This recipe serves one, but go ahead and make a few more servings so you'll have leftovers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Warm meat, gooey cheese, and grilled vegetables--what's not to love about a Philly cheese steak? How about the more than 1,600 calories in each one! This take on the classic skimps on fat but not flavor.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Quick and easy chicken dish that looks and tastes like you went to a lot of work.

Submitted by CARPROTH

This is a thick hearty BOLD tasting stew. The ginger gives it a kick and the coconut milk adds a delicious texture and rich flavor. I was apprehensive at first as I wasn't too sure how this stew would turn out but it ended up being AMAZING, everybody loved it and had multiple servings, the pot was empty in no time !!! I promise this stew will not disappoint!

(use homemade chicken broth and you can cut the sodium in half in this recipe)

(for extra protein add a can of chick peas, but rinse well to keep the sodium low)

Submitted by JANNERS1980

You'll forget all about beef burgers once you try these. Salty and rich feta is mixed with lean ground turkey and Greek herbs for a juicy and delicious burgers.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Roasted chicken is a simple and versatile protein. Use it in soups, throw it on pasta or pair it with a simple salad.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This light recipe is great for lunch, supper, or both. It serves eight, so cook once and eat twice!

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This dish is perfect for busy nights.

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This low-calorie, low-fat version of the classic bbq sandwich will be a new family favorite!

Submitted by INFJMJ

Try this inexpensive and fresh version of a chicken casserole--no need for processed soups or sauces!

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Fried, battered, dripping sauce--hot wings are calorie bombs! But not these.

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I love this stew because it can be made from your pantry and freezer. I always keep red potatoes, turkey sausage, and beans on hand. It's great for those nights when you just don't want to brave the cold to go to the supermarket.

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I love enchiladas! These are full of vegetables in addition to the cheese and creamy sauce. Each one has a full serving of veggies, plus almost 20% of your daily fiber.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A healthy roasted chicken with vegetables on the side.

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A quick and hearty soup with plenty of spice!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

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A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

Submitted by HEATHER121

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Another delicious and easy recipe!

Submitted by RUNNINGONJOY

A prebaked pizza shell is the secret to this quick and easy dish-great for those rushed
weeknights! Or serve as an appetizer the next time you have company.

Submitted by MMBRUNT

This recipe is really easy; it's really more of a process than a recipe. Rice paper wrappers, which are available in the ethnic sections of most larger supermarkets these days, are a great way to wrap your veggies and protein for a quick snack or light lunch.

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Chef Meg added flavor with parsley and capers to cut the salt, reduced the cooking time and used hearty plum tomatoes instead of canned.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree.

Submitted by COUZCAT

A slimmed-down version of sesame chicken from PF Chang's and other Chinese restaurants.

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

This is a great kids’ meal, or cut each quesadilla into eight pieces for an appetizer.

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Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Turn leftovers into a tasty movie night meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

This is a lighter take on the classic Italian preparation of Chicken Cacciatore (or Chicken Hunter Style). Our made-over version uses white meat rather than dark and less oil to cut almost 60 calories per serving and reduce the fat and sodium of the traditional recipe.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

What a treat these burgers are! I love how the tangy flavor of the sauce and the peppery notes of the greens play off the savory burger.

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This quick Southern dish contains no added fat and very little added salt in its spicy tomato sauce.

A quick and easy dinner that is also low-fat.

Submitted by LYZ219

A hot brown is a Southern classic: An open-faced turkey sandwich is topped with a cheesy sauce, bacon and tomatoes. This one's a lot lighter, but you'd never know from the taste.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Roasted peppers and almonds pair with fresh parsley in this tangy Spanish-inspired sauce.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

I got the idea for this recipe from the Hungry Girl 200 reciepes for under 200 cal cookbook, just substituting chicken for tilapia. It was soooo good and takes care of the BBQ and sweet cravings in one shot. My kids even loved it. Hey, it got a picky three year old to eat...

Submitted by DANWERNECKE

I love faux frying foods using panko. This crunchy, spicy chicken would be great on a taco salad.

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Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

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This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

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This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

Our healthier taco salad uses a salt-free taco seasoning from Chef Meg, plus plenty of dark, leafy greens.

Submitted by SP_STEPF

This is my favorite meatloaf recipe ever! The Quinoa adds extra protien and vitamins. To me the Raisins are an absolute must!

Submitted by DREWJSPH02

A very yummy, very EASY to prepare dish that my kids love to eat with me!

Submitted by BLUEPICKLE

Tostadas top tacos in our book: This knife-and-fork meal lets you pile on more (healthy) toppings!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Delicious, full of wonderful flavor and color. It looks complex, because of all the ingredients, but is really quite simple to make. I cook the chicken, pasta, peppers and sauce at the same time. If this is too much work, do in stages.

Submitted by KEEYAHWE

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This is a quick & easy dish & a long time fav of my family!!!

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Submitted by LMLORENZ0110

This stuffed bell pepper recipe is really delicious! You can use red bell peppers if you like that flavor better. It incorporates your protein, starch, and veggies in one neat package! Brown rice is used for an added nutritional punch.

Submitted by KS76017

This recipe was created for kids, but adults will crave a slice, too. I like to add hot pepper rings for the grown-ups!

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