35 Low-Carb Skillet Dinners

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35 Low-Carb Skillet Dinners1/35 Blackened Tilapia with Zucchini Noodles 9 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved MARK DERSE FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I love quick and bright meals like this one-skillet wonder. The way it tastes, you’d think it takes a lot more effort, but it goes from prep to dinner table in half an hour. The recipe works well with any light fish, or even shrimp. —Tammy Brownlow, Dallas, Texas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 203 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium,

8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein

8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat. 2/35 Chicken Thighs with Shallots & Spinach 77 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Thighs with Shallots & Spinach Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What could be better than an entree that comes with its own creamy vegetable side? This healthy supper goes together in no time flat and makes an eye-catching presentation. —Genna Johannes, Wrightstown, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken thigh with 1/4 cup spinach mixture: 223 calories,

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

10g fat (3g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 360mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 3/35 Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Strawberry Sauce 20 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Strawberry Sauce Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 35 min Servings 8 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Pork tenderloin paired with strawberries is a heavenly match, made even more special with a tangy feta garnish. Serve with roasted spring vegetables. —Katherine Wollgast, Florissant, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 244 calories, 9g

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat

fat (2g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 649mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 4/35 Spicy Beef Stir Fry 22 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Spicy Beef Stir Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Think of this stir-fry as your chance to play with heat and spice. I balance the savory beef with coconut milk and a spritz of lime. —Joy Zacharia, Clearwater, Florida Nutrition Facts: 3/4 cup: 312 calories, 16g fat (5g saturated fat),

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch

46mg cholesterol, 641mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 5/35 Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Goat Cheese Skillet Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband was completely bowled over by this on-a-whim goat cheese and chicken skillet meal. I can’t wait to make it again very soon! —Ericka Barber, Eureka, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups chicken mixture: 251 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat),

Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

74mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 6/35 Turkey Marsala 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This Marsala sauce for turkey is really rich, like you fussed all day in the kitchen. Here’s the shocker: We make it fast. —Deborah Williams, Peoria, Arizona Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 295 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat,

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable

1 starch. 7/35 Shrimp Scampi Salad 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Shrimp Scampi Salad Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I really enjoy both shrimp scampi and fresh spinach salad, so I put the two together. My oldest son loves it, too, and he’s only 3! —Jamie Porter, Garnett, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 201 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable. 8/35

In-a-Pinch Chicken & Spinach 14 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved In-a-Pinch Chicken & Spinach Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I needed a fast supper while babysitting my grandchild. I used what my daughter-in-law had in the fridge and turned it into what’s now one of our favorite chicken and spinach recipes. —Sandra Ellis, Stockbridge, Georgia Nutrition Facts: 1 chicken breast half with 1/3 cup spinach mixture: 297 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 102mg cholesterol, 376mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic

Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 9/35 Green Pepper Steak 6 Reviews Green Pepper Steak Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For a delicious, fast meal, try this flavorful beef dinner loaded with tomatoes and peppers. What a perfect recipe to use garden vegetables of the season! —Emmalee Thomas, Laddonia, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 259 calories, 12g fat (2g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 647mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat. 10/35

I decided to add toasted bread crumbs as a garnish

Poached Eggs with Tarragon Asparagus 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Poached Eggs with Tarragon Asparagus Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I adapted this recipe from a dish I had in Napa Valley. I decided to add toasted bread crumbs as a garnish. The result was a breakfast option that everyone loves. —Jennifer Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 170 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 194mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 9g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable,

1 medium-fat meat

1 medium-fat meat. 11/35 Chinese Pepper Steak 19 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chinese Pepper Steak Recipe photo by Julia Hartbeck for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Bell peppers, mushrooms and ginger provide the bulk of the flavor in this stir-fry that’s not too saucy. Hot rice makes it even better. —Billie Moss, Walnut Creek, California Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups beef mixture: 241 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 841mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1

My husband suggested I write it down because it’s a keeper

fat. 12/35 Chicken Veggie Skillet 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I invented this chicken and veggie dish to use up extra mushrooms and asparagus. My husband suggested I write it down because it’s a keeper. —Rebekah Beyer, Sabetha, Kansas Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 228 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 384mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 13/35 Lemon-Pepper Tilapia with Mushrooms 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved TASTE OF HOME Total Time

25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My husband and I are trying to add more fish and healthy entrees to our diet and this one makes it easy. It comes together in less than 30 minutes, so it’s perfect for hectic weeknights. —Donna McDonald, Lake Elsinore, California Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 216 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 14/35 Scallop Salad 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Special Scallop Salad Recipe photo by Eric Kleinberg for

The balsamic, tarragon and honey blend beautifully

Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: What an easy way to fix a special and delicious meal. The balsamic, tarragon and honey blend beautifully. —Mary E. Relyea, Canastota, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 247 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 821mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 15/35 Herb Salmon 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved NICOLE PERRY FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From

I make it on days when I have less than an hour to cook

the Recipe Creator: My roasted salmon is so simple but elegant enough to serve to company. I make it on days when I have less than an hour to cook. The salmon seasoning is an easy way to add flavor. —Luanne Asta, Hampton Bays, New York Nutrition Facts: 1 fillet: 301 calories, 19g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 529mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 fat. 16/35 Southwest Turkey Lettuce Wraps 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

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