33 Healthy Dinners Kids Can’t Get Enough Of

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33 Healthy Dinners Kids Can’t Get Enough Of1/33 How to Grill Chicken Breasts 4 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 20 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: My family loves this grilled chicken, and I love having a healthy and tasty recipe that keeps my kitchen cool. —Linda Coss, Lake Forest, California Nutrition Facts: 1 each: 207 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 94mg cholesterol, 105mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat. 2/33 Pork with Sweet Potatoes 12 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Total Time 40

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

min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: With sweet potatoes, dried cranberries and apple slices, this colorful pork dish is especially popular during fall and winter. —Mary Relyea, Canastota, New York Nutrition Facts: 3 slices pork with 1 cup potato mixture: 315 calories, 8g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 513mg sodium, 36g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 4g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat. 3/33 Baked Chicken Burritos 16 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Burritos Recipe photo by Nicole Perry for Taste of Home Total Time 1 hour 5 min Servings

2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator:

2 casseroles (6 servings each) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This mouthwatering southwestern burrito recipe makes enough for two casseroles, so you can enjoy one today and freeze the other for a busy weeknight. They’re super to have on hand for quick meals or to take to potlucks. —Sonya Nightingale, Burley, Idaho. Nutrition Facts: 2 burritos: 760 calories, 44g fat (23g saturated fat), 177mg cholesterol, 1608mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 51g protein. 4/33 Turkey Noodle Soup 13 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Old-Fashioned Turkey Noodle Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 5 hours

Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch

30 min Servings 10 servings (3-3/4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Make the most of leftover turkey with this down-home soup. Creating a broth by roasting the turkey, garlic and vegetables adds richness and depth to the flavor without the need for additional fats. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 188 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 66mg cholesterol, 670mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch. 5/33 Baked Chicken with Bacon-Tomato Relish 4 Reviews Baked Chicken with Bacon-Tomato Relish Recipe photo by Taste of

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

Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: We eat a lot of chicken for dinner, so I’m always trying to do something a little different with it. My children love the crispiness of this chicken, and my husband and I love the flavorful relish—you can’t go wrong with bacon! —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah Nutrition Facts: 2 chicken tenders with 1/4 cup relish: 326 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 95mg cholesterol, 602mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat, 1 starch. 6/33

Since then, I’ve changed my eating habits, too

Chicken & Spanish Cauliflower “Rice” 3 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Chicken & Spanish Cauliflower “Rice” Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I learned about the paleo diet from some friends who now have tons of energy and are super fit. Since then, I’ve changed my eating habits, too. Everyone from my dad to my little nephew loves this chicken in Spanish cauliflower rice. —Megan Schmoldt, Westminster, Colorado Nutrition Facts: 1-1/2 cups: 227 calories, 7g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 492mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate

(6g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein

(6g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat. 7/33 Veggie Tacos 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Veggie Tacos Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These vegetarian tacos are stuffed with a blend of sauteed cabbage, peppers and black beans so filling, you won’t miss the meat. Top with avocado, cheese or a dollop of sour cream. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen Nutrition Facts: 2 tacos: 430 calories, 22g fat (5g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 770mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (8g

sugars, 10g fiber), 12g protein

sugars, 10g fiber), 12g protein. 8/33 Zippy Turkey Zoodles 1 Review Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Zippy Turkey Zoodles Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 45 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Eating healthy doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor—and these spiced-up zoodles prove it. If you don’t have a spiralizer, simply slice the zucchini julienne-style. —Elizabeth Bramkamp, Gig Harbor, Washington Nutrition Facts: 1-3/4 cups: 332 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 500mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 medium-fat meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch, 1 fat.

Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat

9/33 Tomato Soup 23 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved The Best Ever Tomato Soup Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 16 servings (4 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: Creamy, rich and bursting with brightness, this soup is the ultimate sidekick to a grilled cheese sandwich. — Josh Rink, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 104 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 6mg cholesterol, 572mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 fat. 10/33 Tropical Chicken Cauliflower Rice Bowls 8 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Tropical Chicken Cauliflower

Rice Bowls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50

Rice Bowls Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 50 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: This tropical favorite is a delicious and healthy dinner with tons of flavor! You can substitute regular rice for the cauliflower rice if desired. —Bethany DiCarlo, Harleysville, Pennsylvania Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 325 calories, 10g fat (3g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 529mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 4g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 fruit, 1 vegetable, 1 fat. 11/33 Turkey Burgers 5 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Grilled Ground Turkey Burgers Recipe photo by Taste

Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch

of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: These juicy, tender patties on whole wheat buns make a wholesome, satisfying sandwich. We especially like to make grilled turkey burgers, but you could also pan-fry them. —Sherry Hulsman, Elkton, Florida Nutrition Facts: 1 burger: 293 calories, 11g fat (3g saturated fat), 110mg cholesterol, 561mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch. 12/33 Honey Chicken Stir-Fry 76 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Honey Chicken Stir-Fry Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings

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

4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’m a new mom, and my schedule is very dependent upon our young son, so I like meals that can be ready in as little time as possible. This all-in-one chicken stir fry recipe with a hint of sweetness from honey is a big time-saver. —Caroline Sperry, Allentown, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup stir-fry: 249 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 455mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 3g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1/2 starch. 13/33 Turkey Chili 11 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Healthy

It’s a favorite, especially in fall and winter

Turkey Chili Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 6 hours 50 min Servings 12 servings (3 quarts) Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: I’ve taken my mother’s healthy turkey chili recipe and made it thicker and more robust. It’s a favorite, especially in fall and winter. —Celesta Zanger, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 cup: 200 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 26mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 8g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 2 vegetable, 1 starch. 14/33 Sheet-Pan Pineapple Chicken Fajitas 8 Reviews Contest Winner Test Kitchen Approved Sheet-Pan Pineapple

These fajitas are more on the sweet side, but my family loves them!

Chicken Fajitas Recipe photo by Taste of Home Total Time 40 min Servings 6 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: For our fajitas, I combine chicken and pineapple for a different flavor. These fajitas are more on the sweet side, but my family loves them! —Nancy Heishman, Las Vegas, Nevada Nutrition Facts: 2 fajitas: 359 calories, 8g fat (4g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 372mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 6g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 starch, 3 lean meat, 1 fat. 15/33 Chicken Foil Packets 10 Reviews Test Kitchen Approved Chicken Veggie Packets Recipe photo by Jackie

People think I went to a lot of trouble when I serve these packets

Alpers for Taste of Home Total Time 30 min Servings 4 servings Go to Recipe From the Recipe Creator: People think I went to a lot of trouble when I serve these packets. Individual aluminum foil pouches hold in the juices during baking to keep the herbed chicken moist and tender. The foil saves time and makes cleanup a breeze. —Edna Shaffer, Beulah, Michigan Nutrition Facts: 1 serving: 175 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 100mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 vegetable. 16/33 Veggie Mac and Cheese 20

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