Diet Food Scares Me

I have never been one to stick to a strict diet. You tell me I can’t have bread; I’ll have four rolls. You tell me only chicken; I’ll order a steak. That’s just how it is; however, this week our new mom is steadfast and stable in trying to lose those few extra baby pounds hanging around. I’m proud of her, so I’ll see what I can do about sticking to her” wow,-really-only-chicken-and-greens” strict diet.

After tossing around a few ideas with her all being rejected, we finally found one that we all could enjoy.  Don’t blame it on me if a roll or two finds its way to my table.  It’s very sneaky like that.

I found this recipe years ago in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine.  I was new to recipes, and I would try a different one every night mainly because my parents were still footing the bill. Thankfully, for my wallet, I have gotten out of that stage. I pretty much try to stick to family favorites, wallet friendly meals.  Luckily for me, this one fit this category perfectly.

Chicken in a Pocket is on the menu!  I made the name up, because I can’t find the original recipe. Therefore, I am also “winging it”.

Chicken in a Pocket

Chicken breast {I used frozen }

Barbeque sauce

Onion

Margarine

Salt and Pepper

Bell pepper

I also threw in some jalapeno because I have some fresh from my garden

Aluminum foil

You are supposed to slice up some red potatoes to add in it. I left them out only because of diet/price restrictions. Trust me- they are worth adding!

First, take out your aluminum foil and tear off as many pieces of chicken that you are cooking. Make sure they’re large enough to wrap around your chicken and veggies.

Then, chop your veggies.

Spray the bottom with a little PAM

Add the chicken

Cover with BBQ sauce

Add your opinion, bell pepper, jalapeno, S&P and a few pats of margarine

Wrap it up nicely

Continue until all are wrapped and ready to go, and
place on a cookie sheet because some of them may leak.

Bake around 425 for about 40 minutes.

I served this with rice and zucchini and squash straight from the garden, and it was delicious; a perfect summer meal. This creates a delicious sauce that goes great on top of the rice.

Can you believe no rolls were harmed during this meal? I can't, but we didn't even miss them...almost! :)

Happy cooking! Kirby