Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins Total: 30 mins

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Flavorful and Healthy – Packed with fresh veggies, lean protein, and a delicious homemade special sauce.
• Versatile Ingredients – You can adjust the ingredients to suit your preferences or what you have available.
• Kid-Friendly – A fun and easy meal the whole family will enjoy.
  

Ingredients

• 8 cups of leafy greens (your choice)

• 1 lb of lean ground beef

• Any burger toppings you may want like cheese, onions, pickles, tomatoes, or bacon

• 1/2 tsp of garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp of chili powder

• 2 washed and dried sweet potatoes

• 1 tbsp of avocado oil

• Salt and pepper for finishing touches

• 1/2 cup of mayonnaise

• 1/2tsp of onion powder

• 2 tbsp of no-sugar ketchup

• 2 tsp Dijon mustard

• 1 tsp of white vinegar

• 2 tbsp of diced dill pickles

Directions

Making the Sweet Potato Wedges

• Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

• Slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch-thick pieces and spread them out evenly on the baking sheet.

• In a bowl combine garlic powder, chili powder, and avocado oil.

• Pour the mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss until they’re coated evenly.

• Bake sweet potatoes for 25-35 minutes (depending on their thickness).

• Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through baking time or when the bottom of the potatoes are crispy and brown.

Cooking the Meat

• Add the ground beef into a medium pan, over medium heat.

• Season with desired amount of salt and pepper.

• Break up the ground beef and cook until the pink is gone.

Making the Special Sauce:

• In a medium-sized bowl combine the mayonnaise, no-sugar ketchup, diced pickles, Dijon mustard, white vinegar, onion powder, and desired amount of salt and pepper.

• Stir until all ingredients are mixed together.

Putting Together the Burger Bowl

• Put 2 cups of your leafy greens into each bowl.

• Top with ground beef and your desired burger toppings.

• Put sweet potato wedges on the side.

• Drizzle the special sauce over the bowl.

• Serve and enjoy this delicious meal.

Nutritional Information

• Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe

• Calories: 433

• Fat: 25g

• Sat Fat: 5g

• Sodium: 754mg

• Carbohydrate: 20g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 7g

• Protein: 25g

• Cholesterol: 80mg

SOURCE: Burger Bowl with Special Sauce – The Real Food Dietitians

Prep: 10 mins Cook: 25 mins Total: 35 mins

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Comforting and Light: You get all the creamy goodness of pasta with none of the heaviness. The dish is lightened up with spinach and a light lemon sauce, so you can enjoy a comforting meal without feeling weighed down. Plus, the Parmesan adds just the right amount of indulgence without being over-the-top.
• One-Skillet Wonder: Who doesn’t love fewer dishes? This recipe is all made in one skillet, so cleanup is a breeze. Plus, the sauce is absorbed by the pasta, so every bite is flavorful and satisfying.
• Flavor-Packed: Combining garlicky, lemony sauce, tender seared chicken, and vibrant sautéed spinach creates a harmonious burst of fresh, bold flavors. The zesty lemon balances out the richness of Parmesan, giving every bite the perfect amount of brightness and depth.
  

Ingredients

• 1 lb of boneless, skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces

• 8 oz of whole-wheat penne pasta (or pasta of your choice)

• 2 tbsp of extra-virgin olive oil

• 4 cloves of minced garlic

• 1 cup of dry white wine

• 10 cups of chopped fresh spinach

• 3/4 tsp of salt

• 1/4 tsp ground pepper

• 2 tsp of zested lemon

• 1/4 cup of lemon juice
  

• 1/3 cup of cubed unsalted butter

• 4 tbsp of grated parmesan

Directions

Cook the Pasta:

• In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the pasta until al dente.

• Drain, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.

Cook the Chicken:

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

• Add the chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and fully cooked (about 7 minutes).

• Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Making the Sauce:

• In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

• Pour in the wine and bring it to a simmer for 3-5 minutes, reducing it slightly.

Combine the Pasta and Chicken:

• In the same skillet, stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, and butter.

• Add the pasta and chicken back into the skillet.

• Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water if needed to help create a smooth sauce.

Finish with Spinach and Parmesan

• Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted (about 5 mins).

• Finish by stirring in Parmesan cheese and seasoning to taste.

• Serve immediately, topped with more Parmesan if desired.

Nutritional Information

• Serving Size: 2 cups

• Calories: 493

• Fat: 28g

• Sat Fat: 12g

• Sodium: 648mg

• Carbohydrate: 26g

• Fiber: 3g

• Sugar: 1g

• Protein: 29g

• Cholesterol: 107mg

• Potassium: 710mg

SOURCE: Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan