Protein Pancakes - Take 1

I've seen several recipes for Protein Pancakes, and I love pancakes. So, I thought I would give them a try. Being that last night was our 4th Annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Bar Hop. I figured it was the best post-party breakfast. I was sober last night, but we were out until 4:30 in the morning. Then I got about 3 hours of sleep and just happened to wake up in time to get to boxing. So, I went. It was rough but not as bad as I thought it would be. When I got home, I decided to have a go at making my first batch of protein pancakes. And they were not nearly as bad as I thought they might be. These were also REALLY filling. I cut the serving down and still didn't finish it.

Chicken, It's What's For Dinner - Chicken Taco Salad

This has got to be one of John and I's favorite recipes. Extremely easy to make, and the chicken can be swapped out for lean ground turkey or lean ground beef.

Now for our preparation, we use a Pampered Chef Deep Covered Baker - mainly because this makes cooking chicken in the microwave so easy! It won't taste like rubber, no worries.

If you do not have a Deep Baker - just substitute by using a skillet.

Ingredients (serves 3)
3 chicken breasts
Low Sodium McCormick Taco Seasoning
Lettuce
Diced Tomato
Shredded Low Fat Cheddar Cheese
Salsa (Your Favorite)
Taco Salad Shells (For The Men In Your Life)
or For Low Fat Option use Tortillas or Baked Tortilla Chips

Directions
If you have a Deep Covered Baker, Slice the chicken in long thin strips. Season with 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning, and put inside the baker. Microwave for 8 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.

If you have a Skillet, Slice the chicken in long thin strips and cook on Medium heat until cooked through.
Once chicken is cooked, drain any oil from the skillet. Add 2 tbsp Taco Seasoning to the skillet with 2 tbsp water. Cook on low heat to let seasoning soak in.

Once the Chicken is prepared you can prep the taco salad shells following packaging instructions, or use tortillas or tortilla chips as the base. Add your favorite toppings, and you are ready to eat!