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Quick dinners, Easy dinner Recipes : High-protein, and low-carb swaps that helped me lose 15lbs: These quick & easy low-carb, high-protein meals are exactly what you need! From satisfying dinners to light lunches and energizing breakfasts, this collection is packed with simple, healthy recipes to fuel fat loss, boost energy, and keep you full longer. Clean eating has never been this effortless—perfect for meal prep and busy days!
Recipes:
For the Orzo Bake:
1 cup orzo pasta
2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
2 tbsp butter
1 garlic clove, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Crispy Chicken Tenders:
4 boneless, skinless chicken tenders
1/2 cup flour
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 large egg, beaten
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
2 tbsp olive oil for frying
Directions:
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the orzo according to package instructions, drain and set aside.
In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and mozzarella. Season with salt and black pepper. Mix in cooked orzo, then transfer the mixture to a baking dish.
In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Sprinkle evenly over the orzo mixture.
Bake the orzo for 20 minutes, until bubbly and golden on top.
Meanwhile, prepare the chicken tenders: Mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge each chicken tender in the flour
mixture, dip in beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken tenders for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
Serve the crispy chicken tenders over the baked orzo. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 480 per serving Servings: 4 servings
