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Carolina BBQ Chicken Wings (Paleo and Low Carb)

Posted on Apr 15th, 2015 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Living in South Carolina means lots of BBQ...it's a pretty big deal here.  What makes barbecue different in South Carolina is that the sauce is…

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Parmesan Herb Chicken (Grain Free and Low Carb)

Posted on Mar 19th, 2015 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Chicken is one of my favorite things to eat.  These days I usually opt for the bone-in, skin on chicken since that is what comes in my monthly meat…

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Spiced Chicken Wings (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Jan 12th, 2015 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Today is Day 8 of our 30 Day Clean Eating Challenge.  So far so good for me and while my diet normal consists of clean low carb and paleo eating,…

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Grain Free Chicken Tenders (Paleo and Low Carb)

Posted on Sep 29th, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I'm always looking for easy dinner recipes and usually it consists of a piece of grilled or roasted meat with lots of veggies on the side.  It's…

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Dijon Rosemary Chicken Thighs (Paleo and Low Carb)

Posted on Sep 3rd, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 1 Comment

This past weekend I made this Dijon Rosemary Chicken Thighs and I loved them so much.  The flavor was incredible!  Chicken has always been my…

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Lemon Basil Grilled Chicken (Paleo and Low Carb)

Posted on Jun 23rd, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I love making my own salad dressings.  Ever since I stopped eating store bought mayonnaise because it's full of canola oil and/or soybean oil and I…

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Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers

Posted on May 19th, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Chicken Fajita Stuffed Peppers Recipe I know I missed Cinco de Mayo and didn't post this recipe in time, but Chicken Fajitas all great all the time.…

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Grain Free Chicken Pot Pies

Posted on Apr 23rd, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

After making a super easy creamy cauliflower sauce I ended up having some leftovers and I knew it would be perfect in a casserole type dish without…

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Paleo Greek Chicken

Posted on Apr 4th, 2014 - By Karen Sorenson - 1 Comment

I have to admit that I'm so ready for warm weather and the bright flavors of Springtime food.  I was so excited to see asparagus and strawberries in…

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Five Ingredient Friday: Balsamic Brown “Sugar” Chicken

Posted on Dec 20th, 2013 - By LowCarbOneDay - 4 Comments

It's always nice to have a "fancy dinner" that is actually pretty easy to prepare.  This Balsamic "Brown Sugar" Chicken only requires a few…

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Five Ingredient Friday: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

Posted on Oct 4th, 2013 - By LowCarbOneDay - 1 Comment

Today I am sharing a easy recipe for Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas.  These are great served in lettuce wraps or over roasted mushrooms.  Feel free to…

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Chicken Carbonara a Guest Post from Good Food Eating

Posted on Sep 25th, 2013 - By LowCarbOneDay - 0 Comments

Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013.  While I'm focused on the new…

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Five Ingredient Fridays: Southwest Ranch Chicken

Posted on Sep 20th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 11 Comments

Today's recipe combines taco seasoning and ranch seasoning to create a zesty slow cooker chicken. I like cooking cooking whole chickens in the slow…

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Paleo Chicken Curry a Guest Post by Hollywood Homestead

Posted on Sep 16th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 2 Comments

Over the next few months I will be busy working on my next eCookbook, which is scheduled to be out in December 2013.  While I'm focused on the new…

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Grilled Chicken Teriyaki

Posted on Aug 14th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Summer is a great time for firing up the grill, so I wanted to bring you a delicious recipe to enjoy.  I'm a big fan of chicken teriyaki, but store…

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Lemon and Garlic Grilled Chicken Skewers

Posted on Jul 24th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

During the summer I'm always looking for recipes to make for dinner that don't require turning on the oven.  So that means I usually turn to the…

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May Favorites

Posted on Jun 4th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Can you believe May is over? This year is really flying by so quickly.  I wanted to share with you some of my favorites recipes and articles from…

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Chicken Fajita Rolls (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Apr 26th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 6 Comments

Cinco de Mayo is almost here and usually that means lots of parties with Mexican dishes filled with carbs and grains.  Luckily for us, now that we…

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Chicken with Mustard Caper Sauce and Paleo Pen Pals

Posted on Apr 22nd, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals.  I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…

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Paleo Pen Pals and Paella (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Feb 25th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

This month I participated in Paleo Pen Pals.  I had participated in a foodie pen pal group before, but I was looking for something a little more low…

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Awaken: 30+ Egg Free and Grain Free Breakfasts Ebook

Posted on Feb 22nd, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 6 Comments

I can't believe it's finally here!  I have been working hard for months developing/testing recipes, taking photos, and editing the book and it's…

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Tuscan Chicken Soup (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Feb 18th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 8 Comments

  It's really hard to believe, but we actually had snow flurries in South Carolina.  I'm not used to the cold weather especially since most of…

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Days 29-30 and #Whole30 Lemon Pepper Chicken

Posted on Feb 6th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I'm done! I completed the Whole30! I just realized that I made a lot of recipes with lemon during this Whole30.  That might mean that I am deficient…

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Days 22-23 and #Whole30 Buffalo Ranch Chicken Meatballs

Posted on Jan 30th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 12 Comments

  Whole 30 Buffalo Ranch Chicken Meatballs When the Super Bowl rolls around I will be two days away from wrapping up my Whole30. That means I…

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Days 12-14 and #Whole30 Lemon and Mushroom Chicken

Posted on Jan 21st, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 11 Comments

This recipe for Whole30 Lemon and Mushroom Chicken uses my new(ish) kitchen accessory..my Dutch oven.  I love throwing meats and veggies in the…

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low carb slow cooker herb chicken

Days 6 & 7 and #Whole30 Slow Cooker Herb Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Jan 14th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 7 Comments

I'm finally back in the swing of things after my work trip.  It's nice to be home and in my own kitchen.  After being away, I was in desperate need…

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Day 1 and #Whole30 Braised Chicken and Mushrooms (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Jan 7th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Time to start another Whole30! I cut out sweeteners after Christmas and I have pretty much been eating Whole30 approved meals, but I haven't noticed…

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My #Whole30 and My Favorite Whole30 Recipes (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Jan 4th, 2013 - By Karen Sorenson - 3 Comments

The last half of 2012 was s struggle with a roller coaster of weight gain and loss.  A reached a point where even though I was still following a low…

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Top Ten Recipes from 2012

Posted on Dec 31st, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 1 Comment

As I mentioned on the Living Low Carb...One Day at a Time Facebook page, I had my One Year Blogiversary on Friday.  To celebrate this milestone and…

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Teriyaki Chicken Wings (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Dec 28th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

Now that the hustle and bustle of Christmas is over I'm starting to prepare for New Years Eve.  I wanted some easy party foods that would be great…

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Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Dec 21st, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 18 Comments

I decided to continue the bacon wrapped theme by making Bacon Wrapped Chicken Thighs.  These were so delicious and easy to make.  All you have to…

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Comforting Low Carb Dijon Chicken “Noodle” Soup (Gluten Free and Paleo)

Posted on Nov 5th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

The temperature is starting to drop and that usually means sickness is around the corner.  My fiancé wasn't feeling well this week so I decided to…

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Chicken Teriyaki Meatballs (paleo and low carb)

Posted on Oct 19th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 6 Comments

Raise your hand if you love meatballs?  Raise your hand if you love Chicken Teriyaki? I see you over there raising your hand!  Well, guess what I…

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Shredded BBQ Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Oct 10th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 10 Comments

The other day I posted on Facebook about how the number of people seeing posts was getting lower and lower.  I encouraged the followers of Living…

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Spiced Chicken with Spinach and Mushrooms (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Sep 28th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

It's been a busy week for me as I spent most of week traveling for work.  Please excuse me while I play catch up.  The recipe today is featured in…

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Coconut Lime Chicken (Low Carb and Paleo)

Posted on Sep 24th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 5 Comments

This Coconut Lime Chicken recipe is the perfect choice for a hot summer day, or when you miss summer a lot. The tart lime and salty coconut aminos…

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Prosciutto Stuffed Chicken Breast (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Sep 21st, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 5 Comments

I always like coming up with different ways to eat chicken breast.  Chicken is one of my favorite foods and even though I try to add some variety to…

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Chicken Piccata (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Sep 17th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last week was a pretty stressful week for me because I was shopping around for a new car.  After work each evening I would head to the car…

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Grilled Chicken Parmesan (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Sep 12th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 5 Comments

Chicken Parmesan is one of my favorite chicken dishes so I'm always looking for ways to reinvent the dish.  I ended up grilling the chicken which is…

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Whole30-Day 23 and “Breaded” Chicken Thighs

Posted on Aug 27th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I have now completed Day 23 of Whole30.  While on this Whole30 Program, I have been pleasantly surprised with how well spices create a breading like…

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Whole30-Day 21 Dijon Chicken Thighs

Posted on Aug 24th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I have now completed Day 21 of Whole30.  It was so great to be back in my kitchen after traveling and going out to eat.  I was glad to home, but I…

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Whole30-Day 15 Prosciutto Wrapped Cucumber and Slow Cooker “Apples”

Posted on Aug 20th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I have now completed Day 15 of Whole30. Things are still going well and I love how I feel on this Whole30 Plan.  I am a little nervous because I…

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Whole30-Day 13 and Ranch Chicken Skewers

Posted on Aug 16th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 2 Comments

I have now completed Day 13 of Whole30.  I am retaining some weight today and I'm not exactly sure what it is from.  It could be the shrimp or it…

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Whole30-Day 11 and Spiced Chicken Thighs

Posted on Aug 14th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 3 Comments

I have now completed Day 11 of Whole30.  I was slightly hungrier today and it seems like I cannot seem to go more than 5 hours without eating.  I…

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Whole30-Days 9 and 10 and Rosemary and Thyme Chicken Thighs

Posted on Aug 13th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I have completed Days 9 and 10 of the Whole30.  Overall I'm still feeling really great.  My hunger is in control though sometimes I'm still afraid…

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Whole30-Day 8 and Spinach and Mushroom Chicken Roulade

Posted on Aug 10th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 1 Comment

I have now completed Day 8 of Whole30. When I woke up this morning I wasn't very hungry.  I eventually made myself some breakfast, but I could only…

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Whole30-Day 6 and Italian Chicken

Posted on Aug 8th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 5 Comments

I have now completed Day 6 of Whole30.  Starting last night I cut out nightshades (except for the small amount that is in my Breakfast Sausage.  I…

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Whole30-Day 5 and Garlic Peppercorn Chicken Thighs

Posted on Aug 7th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 2 Comments

I have now completed Day 5 of Whole30.  Last time I mentioned starting to notice some itchiness and redness on my arms occasionally.  It Starts…

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Grilled Ranch Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jul 30th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 11 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Ranch Chicken.  I have been on a search for a replacement for my beloved ranch seasoning and…

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Grilled Mustard BBQ Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jul 25th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Grilled Mustard BBQ Chicken.  I recently went to Bessinger's Barbeque with my fiancé to enjoy some tasty…

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Chicken Parmesan Meatballs (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jul 23rd, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 12 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Chicken Parmesan Meatballs.  Chicken Parmesan is one of my favorite dishes to eat and after making my…

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Food Unchained: Alice Springs Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jul 16th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 8 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was making Outback's Alice Springs Chicken low carb.  A fellow blogger decided to have a blog hop for restaurant recipe…

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Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Cucumber Slaw (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jul 9th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 11 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Buffalo Chicken Burgers with Cucumber Slaw.  I mentioned before when I made the Grilled Buffalo Shrimp that…

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Chorizo Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on Jun 4th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 6 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Chorizo Chicken. I'm always looking for ways to cook boneless skinless chicken breast.  There is nothing…

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Stewed Summer Vegetables with Chicken (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on May 29th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

My latest cooking adventure was Low Carb Stewed Summer Vegetables with Chicken. I had some zucchini and yellow squash around the house that I wanted…

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Homemade Crockpot Chicken Stock (Low Carb and Gluten Free)

Posted on May 24th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

  My latest cooking adventure was Homemade Crockpot Chicken Stock. I have been reading a lot lately about the benefits of bone broth/stock…

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Herb Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower

Posted on May 22nd, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 7 Comments

My latest cooking adventure is Herb Pesto Chicken with Roasted Cauliflower. I was so indecisive about what to do for dinner over the weekend.  I was…

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Low Carb Mini Taco Bowls with Mexi-Rice

Posted on Apr 30th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Mini Taco Bowls with Mexi-Rice. I used the following ingredients for the taco bowls:1 cup almond flour1/4 cup…

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Low Carb Enchiladas

Posted on Apr 26th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

My latest cooking adventure is Low Carb Enchiladas.  I used the following ingredients to make the sauce:Enchilada Sauce (makes 3-4 cups depending on…

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Dijon Chicken Tenders

Posted on Mar 23rd, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Tonight's cooking adventure was Dijon Chicken Tender.  I used the following ingredients for this recipe:1 lb chicken tenders1/2 pork rind crumbs1…

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Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps with Fried “Rice”

Posted on Mar 21st, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Tonight's cooking adventure was Asian style Chicken Lettuce Wrap with Fried "Rice."  I used the following ingredients for Chicken Lettuce Wraps…

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Party Foods: Baked Chicken Meatballs and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus

Posted on Mar 18th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 2 Comments

Tonight's cooking adventure was Baked Chicken Meatballs and Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus.  I was heading to a pot luck dinner so I needed a few…

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Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon

Posted on Mar 11th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Tonight's cooking adventure was Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon. I used the following ingredients for this recipe:3 pieces of boneless…

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Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon

Posted on Mar 11th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Tonight's cooking adventure was Chicken with Spinach, Mushroom, and Bacon. I used the following ingredients for this recipe:3 pieces of boneless…

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Chicken, Broccoli, and “Rice” Casserole

Posted on Mar 7th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 4 Comments

Last night's dinner adventure was Low Carb Chicken, Broccoli, and "Rice" Casserole.  The following ingredients were used for this recipe:1 cup of…

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Italian Roasted Chicken

Posted on Feb 24th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 2 Comments

Last night's cooking adventure was Italian Roasted Chicken. I used the following ingredients for the seasoning mixture (but feel free to use your…

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Mushroom and Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast

Posted on Feb 22nd, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

After a week of cruise food, I am making induction friendly meals for the next few weeks.  Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Mushroom…

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Buffalo Chicken

Posted on Feb 11th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night's cooking adventure was Low Carb Buffalo Chicken.  I decided to lower the carbs in this original recipe:…

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Seoul Chicken Variation

Posted on Feb 7th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

I recently made Linda Sue's Seoul Chicken and thought of a breaded variation (read the review and the link to the recipe here: …

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Low Carb Roasted Chicken Breast with Gravy

Posted on Feb 4th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night's cooking adventure was Roasted Bone-in Chicken Breast with Gravy.  I used the following ingredients for the seasoning mixture (but feel…

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Linda Sue’s Seoul Chicken

Posted on Jan 28th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night's cooking adventure was Linda Sue's Seoul Chicken.  The original recipe can be found…

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Low Carb Chicken Parmesan

Posted on Jan 24th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 5 Comments

Last night's cooking adventure was Low Carb Chicken Parmesan.  For the breading, I mixed together the following ingredients:  1 cup of pork rind…

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Low Carb Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast with Mushroom Sauce

Posted on Jan 19th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Garlic Mushroom Stuffed Chicken Breast.1 Tbsp of oil1 cup mushrooms, chopped1 Tbsp garlic flavored…

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Low Carb Parmesan Ranch Breaded Chicken Tenders with Tommy Texas Cheese “Fries”

Posted on Jan 18th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 3 Comments

Last night’s cooking adventure was Low Carb Parmesan Ranch Breaded Chicken Tenders with Tommy Texas Cheese “Fries.”  In order to make the…

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Spicy Mayonnaise Chicken Breasts

Posted on Jan 11th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night’s cooking adventure was Spicy Mayonnaise Chicken Breasts. The recipe can be found here:…

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[Update] Low Carb Skillet Mushroom Chicken

Posted on Jan 6th, 2012 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

[Updated 05-09-12]Tonight’s cooking adventure was a Low Carb Skillet Mushroom Chicken. I loved the flavor of bacon and mushrooms!  This is a quick…

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Low Carb Skillet Taco Chicken and Refried Beans

Posted on Dec 29th, 2011 - By Karen Sorenson - 0 Comments

Last night's low carb cooking adventure was Taco Salad with refried beans. I use my skillet taco chicken and added the refried beans to the salad.…

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