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Perfect Oven Baked Chicken Breast

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Perfect Oven Baked Chicken Breast are incredibly juicy and flavored with the perfect amount of seasonings. Foolproof tip shared on how to bake the juiciest chicken breasts ever.  Course:   Main Course Cuisine:   American Keyword:   baked chicken breast, oven baked chicken breast Servings :  4   people Calories :  198   kcal Ingredients 1  tsp  garlic powder 1  tsp  onion powder 1  tsp   paprika* 1  tsp   chili powder 1  tsp   salt 1/2   tsp   ground pepper 1/4   tsp   crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1   tbsp   dried parsley 2   large   boneless, skinless chicken breast olive oil 2   tbsp   butter Instructions Preheat oven to 450 degrees.  Mix together garlic powder, onion, paprika, chili powder, pepper, salt, crushed red pepper flakes, and parsley together in a small ramekin.  Slice the large chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create 4 chicken breasts.  Brush olive oil on both sides of chicken breasts. Rub the seasoning blend onto each side of the chicken breasts making sure al

SHRIMP AND SCALLOP KABOBS

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INGREDIENTS: 1 lb fresh or frozen scallops (thawed) 1 lb shrimp fresh or frozen (thawed) tails on or off 1 zucchini, sliced about 1/4 in thick 1 red onion, sliced into 1 in pieces 5 metal or wooden skewers FOR GARLIC CHILI SAUCE: Zest of 1 large orange and juice Zest of 1 lime and juice 3 tbsp canola oil 4 tsp minced garlic 1-1/2 tsp chili paste 1-1/2 tsp fresh grated ginger 2 tbsp light brown sugar 1 tsp garlic salt 1 tsp pepper DIRECTIONS: Preheat grill to 450 degrees and spray with nonstick grilling spray. Thread skewers with shrimp, scallops, zucchini, and red onions.  Repeat until all skewers have been made. In a small bowl whisk together all ingredients for the garlic chili sauce.  Brush over skewers and place them on hot grill. Grill with lid open for 4-5 minutes, turning once to cook evenly.  Baste with sauce after turning. Remove from grill and baste with a little more sauce (optional) and serve. Calories per serving/355 1 serving = 1 kabob This article and recipes adopted fro

Grilled Shrimp Foil Packets

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INGREDIENTS 1 1/2 lb.  large shrimp, peeled and deveined 2  cloves garlic, minced 2  smoked andouille sausages, thinly sliced 2  ears corn, each cut crosswise into 4 pieces 1 lb.  red bliss potatoes, chopped into 1-in pieces 2 tbsp.  extra-virgin olive oil 1 tbsp.  Old Bay seasoning Kosher salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 tbsp.  freshly chopped parsley 1  lemon, sliced into thin wedges 4 tbsp.  butter   DIRECTIONS Preheat grill over high heat, or preheat oven to 425°. Cut 4 sheets of foil about 12 inches long. Divide shrimp, garlic, sausage, corn, and potatoes evenly over the foil sheets. Drizzle with oil, then add Old Bay seasoning and season to taste with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine. Top each mixture with parsley, lemon and a tablespoon of butter each. Fold foil packets crosswise over the shrimp boil mixture to completely cover the food. Roll top and bottom edges to seal them closed. Place foil packets on grill and cook until just cooked through, about 15 to 20 minutes

Lobster Tails Recipe with Garlic Lemon Butter

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Ingredients 4 lobster tails 5 to 6 oz each1 Tbsp fresh parsley very finely chopped, plus more for garnish2 garlic cloves pressed1 tsp dijon mustard1/4 tsp salt1/8 tsp black pepper1 1/2 Tbsp olive oil1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice4 Tbsp unsalted butter divided Instructions How to Prepare/Butterfly Lobster Tails: Use kitchen scissors to cut through the top shell of the lobster tail, stopping at the base of the tail and snipping through the top portion of the meat as you go. Flip the tail over to the back see-through side and crack the ribs in the center. This will help open the shell. Open the shell carefully using thumbs and fingers and loosen meat from the shell (remove vein if present). Lift the meat from the shell, keeping it attached at the base. Press the shell together and set the lobster meat over the top. Most of the lobster meat should be sitting on top of the shell. How to Make Broiled Lobster Tails: Place rack in center of oven so the meaty tops of your lobster tails will be at

SALMON IN ROASTED PEPPER SAUCE

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SALMON IN ROASTED PEPPER SAUCE This Salmon in Roasted Pepper Sauce makes an absolutely scrumptious meal, worthy of a special occasion. Make this easy one-pan dinner in just 20 minutes!  Prep Time 5   minutes Cook Time 20   minutes Total Time 25   minutes Servings 2   servings Calories 527 kcal Author Tania Sheff Ingredients 2   salmon fillets   skin on (about 1 lb.) Salt and pepper   to season 1   tbsp.   olive oil 1   tbsp.   butter 3   cloves   garlic   finely diced 4   oz.   roasted red peppers   diced 4   cups   fresh baby spinach 1/2   cup   Half & Half or heavy cream 1/4   cup   grated Parmesan cheese 1/4   tsp.   red pepper flakes   or to taste 1/4   cup   chopped parsley Salt and pepper   to taste Instructions Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper. Heat the oil in a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook the salmon fillets flesh-side down first, for 5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your liking. Once cooked, remove them from the pan and set aside.

Marinated grilled shrimp kabobs

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Marinated Grilled Shrimp Kabobs recipe with garlic, lemon and herbs creates the most amazing grilled shrimp. Included are easy steps with your choice of a grilling method to create a family favorite dish. Is there anything more special than family coming together? I truly think that is one of the reasons I love cooking so much, it connects people (plus it’s so fun to eat amazing food).  Seriously though, family gathering together at the dinner table laughing and sharing while feasting on great food is just one of the most special and simple pleasures in life. But what do you do when you’re on a health journey and all the ooey gooey dishes that usually grace the family dinner table are sure to take you off course for weeks? The answer, make meals like this Marinated Grilled Shrimp Kabobs that are full of herby deliciousness and will help keep you on track.  That is why as much as I love to eat the decadent meals and desserts during family time, I would be lost without the healthier vers

Scissor Skills Jellyfish Craft

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What better way to work on scissors skills than to make a wonderful scissor skills jellyfish craft. This summer craft is super fun to make and you can make it oh so colorful. It’s a great project to make at home on a rainy day, at summer camp or in the classroom. Jellyfish are one of the more interesting ocean dwellers. They come in many shapes and sizes and in many colors. And while we might not be excited to meet them in the sea, we are supper excited to meet them in a crafting session.  This craft is all about colors and cutting, so it makes a fun project for improving cutting skills. Just look at how fun and colorful these cuties look. How to Make Scissor Skills Jellyfish Craft What you need: our printable template white construction paper and coloring supplies or paper in different colors scissors glue Step by Step Tutorial Print out the template. We printed the heads on white paper and the tentacles on colored paper. You can either print them all on color paper or print both on w