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Week 2: Dinners
1. Winner, Winner Chicken Dinner
Heat 1 package Green Giant Antioxidant Blend Frozen Vegetables with Olive Oil Seasoning according to package directions. Reheat 1/2 cup cooked brown rice and 3 oz cooked chicken (chopped). Combine with the veggies, then add 2 Tbsp basil and lime juice to taste. 

2. Lean & Green Pasta Bowl
Heat 1 package Green Giant Antioxidant Blend Frozen Vegetables with Olive Oil Seasoning according to package directions. Meanwhile cook 1 oz whole-grain pasta, reserving one Tbsp of the cooking liquid. Combine the cooked, drained pasta, veggies, cooking water, 3 oz cooked chicken and 1 Tbsp prepared pesto. Garnish with Parmesan cheese, if desired. 

3. Maple Glazed Salmon with Couscous
Prepare 1/2 cup couscous according to package directions. Combine 1/2 tsp each of maple syrup & soy sauce with 1/4 tsp black pepper, then spread on 1 (4-oz) salmon fillet. Place on a greased baking sheet along with 1 cup asparagus and bake in a preheated 375 degree oven for 10 minutes. Serve over couscous.

4. Mango Island Chicken Sandwich
Combine 1 cup pre-packaged broccoli slaw with 2 tsp sesame-ginger dressing. Mix 1 Tbsp mango salsa with 3 oz shredded cooked chicken. Heat the chicken if desired. Place the chicken on a whole-grain bun, top with the slaw and 1/4 of an avocado; garnish with cilantro

5. Fast & Filling Beef Stew
Sauté 1 tsp olive oil and 1/2 small chopped onion until soft, then add 1/4 tsp each dried rosemary & thyme and 4 oz sliced lean beef. Cook until the beef is no longer pink. Stir in 1 tsp flour, 1 small chopped potato and 1 chopped carrot. Cook for two minutes, then add 1/2 cup water. Cover and cook until the veggies are tender. 

6. Teriyaki Beef & Veggie Stir Fry
Steam 1 cup snow peas and 1/2 sliced bell pepper until tender, then mix with 4 oz sliced cooked beef and 1/2 cup cooked brown rice. Top with 2 Tbsp teriyaki sauce and heat through. 

7. Turkey Pizza Burger
Broil 1 (4-oz) turkey burger until no longer pink, then top with 2 Tbsp marinara sauce, 1 slice mozzarella cheese and 2 slices chopped pepperoni until cheese melts. Place on a whole-wheat bun; add spinach or fresh basil, if desired.