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Pork & Turkey Cabbage Rolls
Good 3.8/5

Filling and not too high in Calories!

Submitted by ARDELIA82

Carbs: 28.4g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 1.4g | Protein: 23.1g | Calories: 291.4
Good 3.9/5

A quick stir fry that packs a spicy punch.

Submitted by CHRISSY_8106

Carbs: 20.9g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 211.7
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by TRISHA26

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 11.5g | Fiber: 2.7g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 267.3
Good 3.9/5

A terrific fish dish best served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by TRAIMO

Carbs: 7.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 3.1g | Protein: 26.3g | Calories: 179.4
Super Fast Pork and Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.0/5

Need to get dinner on the table in under 30 minutes? This recipe makes that happen.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6g | Fat: 18.2g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 37.2g | Calories: 342.3
Good 3.3/5

Tomato juice, lemons, and mushrooms flavor this chicken recipe the lower salt and lower fat way.

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 5.6g | Fiber: 0.5g | Protein: 35.5g | Calories: 232.5
Cocoa Crusted Pork Tenderloin
Very Good 4.0/5

This dish inspired by Costa Rican spices seems exotic, but it uses spices and ingredients you already have around the house: coffee, cocoa and cinnamon. You'll wonder why you've been relegating these flavorings to dessert!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 1.2g | Fat: 13.1g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 33.7g | Calories: 264
Very Good 4.2/5

A healthier version of a cold weather classic with a twist.

Submitted by DESTINATIONIDO

Carbs: 25g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 13.6g | Calories: 190.8
Island Pork
Very Good 4.3/5

A taste of the Caribbean

Submitted by INTENSIVE

Carbs: 16.9g | Fat: 6.9g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 20.6g | Calories: 209.6
Very Good 4.1/5

Submitted by SHELLYSSTITCHIN

Carbs: 44.4g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 29.4g | Calories: 392.3
15-Minute Fish with Parsley Pesto
Very Good 4.1/5

We tend to think of herbs as garnishes, but parsley takes a starring role in this fresh pesto.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 5g | Fat: 5.3g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 23.8g | Calories: 157
Cauliflower, Pasta, and Cheese Gratin
Very Good 4.1/5

Carbs: 31.7g | Fat: 9.4g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 18.8g | Calories: 275.6
Very Good 4.3/5

A great on-the-fly recipe.

Submitted by JATSYA

Carbs: 28.7g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 2.3g | Protein: 16g | Calories: 225.8
Very Good 4.2/5

Serve with steamed snow pea pods, sliced carrots, rice pilaf or lo mein.

Submitted by CHEFTELL

Carbs: 4.4g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 0.1g | Protein: 32.2g | Calories: 213.1
Very Good 4.4/5

Delicious and filling!

Submitted by JCCHAMBERLAIN

Carbs: 12.3g | Fat: 11.3g | Fiber: 3.6g | Protein: 14.8g | Calories: 202.6
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by LYZ219

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
Healthy Chicken Vegetable Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 36.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 8.8g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 320.6
Healthy Moussaka
Very Good 4.2/5

A healthy take on the Greek eggplant casserole.

Submitted by KHILKEY

Carbs: 20.4g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 11.3g | Calories: 171.9
Easy Vegetable Enchiladas
Very Good 4.3/5

Though we loaded up on the veggies, we didn't skip on the good stuff!

Submitted by SP_STEPF

Carbs: 59.8g | Fat: 6.4g | Fiber: 14.6g | Protein: 17.6g | Calories: 356.6
Chicken-Veggie Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.7g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 2.6g | Protein: 18.7g | Calories: 156.2
Very Good 4.2/5

Very Tasty

Submitted by KAIROSGRAMMY

Carbs: 38.9g | Fat: 13.4g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 347.8
20 Minute Ginger-Garlic Chicken
Good 3.9/5

This dish is perfect for busy nights.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 8.3g | Fiber: 5.3g | Protein: 31.6g | Calories: 334.8
Potato flake fried chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

Submitted by SPICEAHOLIC

Carbs: 12.2g | Fat: 7.6g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 35.2g | Calories: 265.2
Shelley's Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas
Very Good 4.4/5

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.

Submitted by SKEYDOO

Carbs: 40.1g | Fat: 12.4g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 31.7g | Calories: 392.1
Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Good 3.8/5

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

Carbs: 22.9g | Fat: 12.5g | Fiber: 6.4g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 331.8
Very Good 4.7/5

Nabbed from here: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Easy-Indian-Butter-Chicken/Detail.aspx

Used the changes the original author suggested, plus added a little more tomato sauce and non-fat plain yogurt to make a bit more sauce.

I've served this with curried veggies and rice and it was great!

Submitted by DOGSNRODENTS

Carbs: 12.5g | Fat: 9.8g | Fiber: 1.3g | Protein: 25.8g | Calories: 243.2
Tofu and Squash Curry
Good 3.9/5

Looking for a simple curry that's flavorful but not too hot? This hearty stew fits the bill.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 30.1g | Fat: 15.5g | Fiber: 9.2g | Protein: 16.1g | Calories: 296
Very Good 4.2/5

These burgers are spiced to perfection. To make them even spicier, you could melt jalapeno soy cheese on each patty and serve topped with salsa.

Carbs: 32.5g | Fat: 3.5g | Fiber: 6.8g | Protein: 8.1g | Calories: 189.5
Greek Hummus Wrap
Very Good 4.4/5

This hummus and feta wrap is so quick and easy if you store pre-cut vegetables in your fridge. It is a great, lowfat, heart healthy lunch!

Submitted by ANNACARABALLO

Carbs: 31.5g | Fat: 14.2g | Fiber: 11.7g | Protein: 21.1g | Calories: 295.2
Spicy Southern Barbecued Chicken
Very Good 4.1/5

Removing the chicken fat and skin and adding no salt to the tasty sauce makes this chicken favorite heart-healthy.

Carbs: 23.2g | Fat: 4.6g | Fiber: 0.8g | Protein: 11.2g | Calories: 177.2
Mexican chicken and rice casserole
Very Good 4.5/5

This is a family favorite!

Submitted by DANITHOM25

Carbs: 19.3g | Fat: 4.9g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 34.6g | Calories: 268.9
20 Minute Chicken Creole
Very Good 4.0/5

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

Carbs: 20.7g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 4.3g | Protein: 33.3g | Calories: 255.4
Chicken Satay with Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 237.3
Very Good 4.8/5

Filipino comfort food at its finest! Cook the chicken with the skin on and remove before serving for the best flavor.

Submitted by DAMIENDUCKS

Carbs: 30.2g | Fat: 7.7g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 17.3g | Calories: 263.2
Chef Meg's Creamy Green Enchiladas
Good 3.7/5

You will think you are south of the border when you try this recipe. It is a meal- one enchilada will fill you up- it did me!

Carbs: 22.7g | Fat: 10.5g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 28.3g | Calories: 293.9
Better than Takeout Chicken Fried Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

Save money and time with this Chinese food makeover.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.5g | Fat: 1.5g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 25.5g | Calories: 171.7
Slow Cooker Ham and Scalloped Potatoes
Very Good 4.1/5

Submitted by SHANNJ77

Carbs: 46g | Fat: 2.5g | Fiber: 5.6g | Protein: 24.6g | Calories: 286.4
Crunchy Mexican Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

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

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 19.5g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 29.9g | Calories: 220.8
Kentucky Hot Brown
Very Good 4.2/5

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

Carbs: 36.5g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 27.9g | Calories: 345
Spicy Nutty Chicken Nuggets
Good 3.5/5

Instead of reaching for fried chicken or frozen chicken nuggets, turn to these spicy, crunchy ones instead.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 11.2g | Fat: 6.7g | Fiber: 1.5g | Protein: 21.7g | Calories: 189.3
BBQ Chicken Burgers
Very Good 4.1/5

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.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 28.5g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 6.5g | Protein: 41g | Calories: 262.4
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