Sunday, November 11, 2007

Delicious Weight Loss Recipes

The Holidays are approaching and everybody is trying to fit in their best clothes. The family gatherings and reunions bring us many opportunities to gain some weight. I will like to share some recipes that are delicious but are low in calories. Let's begin!!!

Caribbean Chicken Breast Fillets

Ingredients:
6 skinless chicken breast fillets
2 cloves garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons of oil
1 tablespoon of lime juice
2 teaspoons of hot sauce (optional)
barbecue sauce (low fat)
1 package of black bean and rice

Procedure :
  1. Combine the first six ingredients in a shallow dish. Add the fillets, turning to coat all surfaces. Refrigerate at least 30 minutes, turning the fillets after 15 minutes and spooning the marinade over the fillets.
  2. Prepare the black bean and rice mix according to package directions.
  3. Heat broiler or prepare the grill.
  4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Broil or grill over medium heat 10 or 15 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink, turning occasionally. Apply the barbecue sauce during the last 8 minutes of grilling.
  5. Serve the chicken breast fillets with black beans and rice.
Makes six servings. Calories 320 per serving

Please do not forget to share with me your favorite low cal recipe. Thank you!!