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Simple Shredded Chicken

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Hello 2018! It’s a new year and I’m back with a brand new recipe to share. Many of us are just getting back into the swing of things, so I thought I’d start off the year with something simple. This shredded chicken recipe is easy to make and can be used in so many different ways. It can be used in soups, on salads, in sandwiches – you name it. The chicken is moist and flavourful, and you can have it cooked and shredded in under 30 minutes.

It doesn’t get any easier than this. From taco night to bulking up salads at lunchtime, the simplicity and versatility of shredded chicken really can’t be beat. And thanks to my Instant Pot, my favourite new cooking tool, making a large quantity of shredded chicken at once is possible. Here’s how you do it. Mmm..

Ingredients:

  • 4 – 5 Chicken Breasts
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 – 2 garlic cloves, smashed

Directions:

  • Season chicken with salt, pepper and garlic powder and place in instant pot
  • Add in 2 cloves of smashed garlic
  • Pour in 1 cup of liquid (I use bone broth, but you can also use water)
  • Set Instant Pot on manual high pressure for 20 min
    • *Slow Cooker: set to high (4 hrs) or slow (6 hrs)
  • Quick release and remove chicke
  • Shred and store in fridge

Dijon Dill Salmon Cakes

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IMG_0952 (1)Salmon is an all-star favourite in my family and this baked salmon recipe is always a huge hit. It’s incredibly flavorful, flaky and juicy, and also super easy to make. My children actually eat this salmon!

Recently, I started counting macros in order to build more lean muscle. That means upping my protein intake! And this oven baked salmon is the perfect go-to meal – it tastes fancy and delicious, and is also a great option for lunch the next day on salad. And get this – it has only 1g of carbs per patty! The Dijon mustard also adds the perfect touch on top.

If  you’re looking for an easy salmon recipe and want to utilize salmon more into your diet, then this recipe is for you! Mmm…

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs fresh salmon, cut in chunks (can use frozen, ensure fully thawed prior to use)
  • 1/2 large red onion
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 – 2 Tbsp bold Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp pepper

Directions:

*Note: recipe yields 13 patties

  • Set oven to 375F degrees.
  • In food processor, combine red onion and garlic.  Blend until chopped consistency.
  • Add to processor chunks of salmon, eggs, dill, and all other spices.  Blend a few second until combined and mushy consistency is met.
  • Cover baking dish with parchment paper and spray with non stick cooking spray.
  • Form salmon patties, I measured with my 1/3 cup measureing cups for consistency.
  • Bake for 20 min; flip half way though.
  • Serve with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and dijon mustard for dipping
  • The perfect low carb meal – enjoy! 🙂