WELCOME TO DIABETIC ENJOYING FOOD

I have chosen this name for this blog because it truly states my story. I am a type II diabetic who most certainly enjoys food. When I was diagnosed with diabetes several years ago, my blood sugar level was over 400. With some oral medications, a lot of research and some trial and error, I have found that unlike my ancestors I truly can continue to enjoy food. I hope this blog will help you to also enjoy food and be healthy. Some recipes are my originals and some I have collected. Everyone reacts different to various foods. Check your blood sugar readings so you will know whether or not a recipe works for you! And feel free to take a recipe and adjust it to suit your needs.

Tuesday, December 8, 2020

SMOTHERED CHICKEN BREASTS

 

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves

3 tbsp olive oil, divided
1 cup chopped onion
1 large garlic clove, minced
1 can (14-oz) Italian-style stewed tomatoes (do not drain)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Preheat broiler.

Place chicken pieces between two pieces of plastic wrap and pound to a thickness of 1/4-inch. Use the flat side of a meat mallet or the edge of a plate to pound chicken.

Heat two tablespoons of the oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 3 1/2 minutes per side or until no longer pink in the center. Transfer to a plate and keep warm.


Heat the remaining tablespoon of oil in the same skillet; add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, about 3 minutes until tender. Add the tomatoes and bring to a simmer.

Return the chicken to the skillet and spoon the skillet mixture over the chicken.

Sprinkle 1/4 cup cheese over each piece of chicken. Place in broiler about 4-inches from the heat until the cheese is melted.

Yield: 4 servings
Per serving: Approximately 450 calories, 12 g carbs, 50 g protein
Dietary Exchanges: 2 vegetable, 6 meat, 1 1/2 fat

Note: File Photo of this recipe.

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