Chicken & Mushrooms in Roasted Red Pepper Ricotta Sauce – BARIATRIC EDITION
Ingredients
- 2 tsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tbsps Shallot (diced)
- 8 ozs Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless, cubed)
- 1 1/2 cups Mushrooms (sliced)
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup Ricotta Cheese
- 4 ozs Roasted Red Peppers
- 1/2 Lemon (juiced)
- 2 Garlic (clove)
- 2 tbsps Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the shallot and sauté for two to three minutes, or until softened.
- Add the chicken and mushrooms to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned.
- Meanwhile, combine the ricotta, roasted red peppers, lemon juice, and garlic in a blender. Blend until smooth, adding a splash of water if the sauce is too thick to blend.
- Pour the ricotta mixture into the pan. Stir well, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Simmer for five to seven minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and everything to cook through.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Divide evenly between bowls and top with parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Leftovers: Refrigerate in an aright container for up to three days.
- Serving Size: One serving is approximately 1 1/2 cups.
- More Flavor: Add parmesan and broccoli.
- Serve it With: Enjoy as is, or serve over rice or pasta.
Healthy Hugs,
About the Author: Sheri Burke is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist and Bariatric Surgery Coordinator at International Patient Facilitators in Tijuana and Cancun, Mexico. She has worked with bariatric surgery clients for over 10 years and especially enjoys providing nutritional guidance to pre and post bariatric clients. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her husband and two teens and cooking up a nutritional storm in the kitchen. For bariatric patients Bariatric Expert Amazon Line Time for a “bariatric expert” multivitamin? Here is a perfect way for bariatric patients to get it now on Amazon: Bariatric Expert MultiVitamins. Eat Like a Bariatric Expert with our Nutrition Plans. Feel free to share your victories and struggles in our Facebook Group. I would love to connect with you.
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