48 Skillet Recipes for Two

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48 Skillet Recipes for Two1/48 Pork Chops with Rhubarb 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A surprising rhubarb sauce makes these tender chops extra special. I like this fruity sauce on the tangy side, but you can always add more honey to sweeten it up a bit if it’s too puckery for your family. —Bonnie Bufford, Nicholson, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 492 calories, 30g fat (14g saturated fat), 142mg cholesterol, 173mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 38g protein. Check out more delicious recipes for

I think I did it with this spicy dish

two. 2/48 Spicy Turkey Stir Fry with Noodles 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I created this ground turkey stir-fry recipe when I began my journey to get fit. Eating well always sounded bland and boring, so I wanted to bring life to the world of healthy eating. I think I did it with this spicy dish. —Jermell Clark, Desert Hot Springs, California Nutrition Facts: 2 cups: 332 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 588mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic

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

Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat. 3/48 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), 74mg cholesterol, 447mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4

lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable

lean meat, 2 fat, 1 vegetable. 4/48 Shrimp Pasta Primavera 23 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved ELLIE CROWLEY FOR TASTE OF HOME Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: They say the way to a man’s heart is through his stomach. So when I invite that special guy to dinner, I like to prepare something equally wonderful. This well-seasoned pasta dish has lots of flavor, and it won’t hurt your budget! —Shari Neff, Takoma Park, Maryland Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 581 calories, 32g fat (6g saturated fat), 89mg cholesterol, 783mg sodium, 49g

carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein

carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 24g protein. 5/48 Ham and Rice 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Ham and Rice Recipe photo by Leticia Almeida for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Ham, rice and mushrooms make a tasty combination in this homey stovetop dish. It goes from start to finish in just 25 minutes. —Susan Zivec, Regina, Saskatchewan Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 322 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 49mg cholesterol, 1168mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 24g protein. 6/48 Spice-Rubbed Lamb Chops Test Kitchen Approved Spice-Rubbed

One of my absolute favorite meals to eat anytime is lamb chops!

Lamb Chops Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: One of my absolute favorite meals to eat anytime is lamb chops! My girls, Hanna and Amani, love watching me make my delicious chops, but they love eating them even more. —Nareman Dietz, Beverly Hills, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 2 lamb chops: 290 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 90mg cholesterol, 620mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat. 7/48 Buffalo Chicken Wrap 14 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved

Blue cheese dressing and hot pepper sauce enhance these yummy tortilla wraps

Buffalo Chicken Wrap Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Blue cheese dressing and hot pepper sauce enhance these yummy tortilla wraps. Filled with chicken, cheese, lettuce and tomatoes, these buffalo chicken wraps are colorful, fun to eat…and tote-able, too! —Athena Russell, Florence, South Carolina Nutrition Facts: 1 wrap: 879 calories, 55g fat (18g saturated fat), 132mg cholesterol, 1589mg sodium, 57g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 39g protein. 8/48 Beef with Broccoli 29 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Saucy Beef with Broccoli Recipe photo by

It features a tantalizing sauce made with garlic and ginger

Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I’m looking for a fast entree, I turn to this beef and broccoli stir-fry. It features a tantalizing sauce made with garlic and ginger. —Rosa Evans, Odessa, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1-1/4 cups: 313 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 816mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, 4g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 9/48 Open-Faced Egg Sandwiches Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe

This one became one of my favorites!

From the Recipe Creator: I always experiment with different herbs on my eggs, since I eat them every morning. This one became one of my favorites! —Valerie Belley, St. Louis, Missouri Nutrition Facts: 1 sandwich: 231 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 416mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat. 10/48 Honey-Pecan Pork Chops 3 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This one is a family favorite! —Linda Bounds, Cedar Hill, Texas

What a delightful finish for a special meal or holiday celebration

Nutrition Facts: 1 pork chop with 2 tablespoons sauce: 407 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 419mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (18g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. 11/48 Flan de Queso 64 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Creamy Caramel Flan Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 15 min Servings 10 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: A small slice of this impressively rich, creamy, caramel flan dessert goes a long way. What a delightful finish for a special meal or holiday celebration. —Pat Forete, Miami, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1

It takes very little prep time and adapts easily to serve any number

serving: 345 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 140mg cholesterol, 189mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (41g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein. 12/48 Parmesan Pork Medallions 17 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Parmesan Pork Medallions Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Here’s one of the best pork medallion recipes I’ve found. With my own special tweaks, I have served this tender pork countless times for family and friends. It takes very little prep time and adapts easily to serve any number. —Angela Ciocca, Saltsburg, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 3 ounces

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

cooked pork: 220 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 487mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat, 1/2 starch. 13/48 Fried Red Potatoes 9 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Eric Kleinberg for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: When I’m in a hurry to prepare potatoes, I resort to this recipe for skillet potatoes that I created myself. The mix of seasonings is just right and makes a delicious, attractive side dish. It’s been a family favorite for a

long time and fits with most any meal

long time and fits with most any meal. —Lois Collier, Vineland, New Jersey Nutrition Facts: 1/2 cup: 205 calories, 14g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein. 14/48 Bacon Grilled Cheese 2 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Bacon and Cheese Sandwiches Recipe photo by Kristina Vanni for Taste of Home Total Time 25 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This bacon sandwich with Dijon mustard and two kinds of cheese is the perfect combo of creamy-melty filling and crispy, buttery bread. —Sharon Delaney-Chronis, South Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition

Save time and money with this stovetop supper the whole family will love

Facts: 1 sandwich: 743 calories, 51g fat (22g saturated fat), 124mg cholesterol, 1263mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 37g protein. 15/48 Taco Skillet 24 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Easy Beef Taco Skillet Recipe photo by Jonathan Melendez for Taste of Home Total Time 20 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Busy day? Save time and money with this stovetop supper the whole family will love. It calls for handy convenience products, so it can be on the table in minutes. —Kelly Roder, Fairfax, Virginia Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 415 calories, 19g fat (9g

Scallops meet mild tomato in this sublime stovetop supper

saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 705mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 4g fiber), 25g protein. 16/48 Stir-Fried Scallops 1 Review Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 15 min Servings 2 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Scallops meet mild tomato in this sublime stovetop supper. Try serving the saucy mixture over rice or angel hair pasta, and garnish with cilantro if you like. —Stephany Gocobacki, San Rafael, California Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 213 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 41mg cholesterol, 672mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1-1/2 fat.

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