Best South Seas Skillet Recipes

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CURRIED CHICKEN SKILLET



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This protein-packed skillet dish is loaded with bright flavor. A little curry and fresh ginger make the veggies, chicken and quinoa pop. -Ruth Hartunian-Alumbaugh, Willimantic, Connecticut

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1-1/3 cups plus 1/2 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth, divided
2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet potato, diced
1 medium onion, chopped
1 celery rib, chopped
1 cup frozen peas
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot
3 teaspoons curry powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups shredded cooked chicken

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, bring 1-1/3 cups broth to a boil. Add quinoa. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until liquid is absorbed, 12-15 minutes., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat; saute sweet potato, onion and celery until potato is tender, 10-12 minutes. Add peas, garlic, ginger and seasonings; cook and stir 2 minutes. Stir in chicken and remaining broth; heat through. Stir in quinoa.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 367 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 62mg cholesterol, Sodium 450mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic exchanges

EASY SAUSAGE SKILLET SUPPER



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After working all day, my husband referees high school basketball and football games. I work part-time, volunteer in our town and am an all-season sports mom with four children. If there ever was a need for quick cooking, it's in our house. The men in my family say this fast dish is very satisfying.-Cathy Williams, Aurora, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound smoked sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch slices
3/4 cup uncooked instant rice
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed cream of celery soup, undiluted
3/4 cup water
1 tablespoon butter
1 package (10 ounces) frozen peas
1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, combine the sausage, rice, soup, water and butter. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in peas and mushrooms. Cover and simmer for 20 minutes or until rice is tender. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 653 calories, Fat 45g fat (18g saturated fat), Cholesterol 107mg cholesterol, Sodium 1978mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SOUTHERN SKILLET DINNER



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This is an awesome dinner on a cold winter night. It is inexpensive and a great way for the kids to take in some vegetables without any fuss. It's great served with warm bread and butter.

Provided by Jennifer Candler Travelstead

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Beef     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds ground beef
3 (15 ounce) cans sliced potatoes, drained
2 (10.5 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (10 ounce) can peas, drained
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Brown beef in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain fat, and return skillet to stove. Stir in potatoes, cream of mushroom soup, corn, and peas. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover, and simmer over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.5 calories, Carbohydrate 42.3 g, Cholesterol 92 mg, Fat 24.4 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 1447.7 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

SOUTHWEST SKILLET



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I was born and raised on a farm and still live on one with my husband and kids. We build up hearty appetites, and this Mexican-style dish always pleases.-Becky Paxton, Afton, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 50m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound ground beef
3/4 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1/2 cup uncooked instant rice
1/2 cup water
3 tablespoons chopped green pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn chips
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the beans, tomatoes, rice, water, green pepper and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. , Remove from the heat. Sprinkle with corn chips and cheese. Cover and let stand for 3 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts :

SOUTH SEA SALAD



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This is one of my favorite salad recipes passed on to me from my friend Pam D. A wonderful light and crunchy salad. Great with seared Ahi tuna.

Provided by lillianes

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 large head romaine lettuce, chopped
1 large head bok choy, chopped
½ cup sliced almonds
½ cup sunflower seed kernels
2 (3 ounce) packages ramen noodles, crumbled (flavoring packets reserved for other use)
2 (15 ounce) cans mandarin oranges, drained
2 tablespoons butter
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Mix romaine lettuce and bok choy in a large bowl; add almonds and sunflower seed kernels. Sprinkle crumbled ramen noodles over the lettuce mixture; add Mandarin oranges and toss.
  • Melt butter in small skillet over medium heat; cook until browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Beat olive oil, vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce together to dissolve the sugar until the mixture is smooth; whisk browned butter into the mixture.
  • Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 267.7 calories, Carbohydrate 23.8 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 393.1 mg, Sugar 12.1 g

SOUTH SEAS GRILLED STEAKS



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All that's missing from these T-bone steaks, seasoned with Caribbean flavors and tangy pineapple preserves, is a soft ocean breeze blowing in the palm trees.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup pineapple preserves
1/4 cup purchased teriyaki baste and glaze
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 (1-lb.) beef T-bone or 4 (1-inch-thick) beef porterhouse steaks
3 teaspoons Caribbean jerk seasoning

Steps:

  • Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small saucepan, combine all glaze ingredients; mix well. Cook over low heat until preserves are melted, stirring frequently.
  • Rub both sides of each steak with jerk seasoning.
  • When grill is heated, place steaks on gas grill over medium heat or on charcoal grill 4 to 6 inches from medium coals. Cook 12 to 18 minutes or until of desired doneness, turning once or twice and brushing with glaze during last 2 minutes of cooking time.
  • Bring any remaining glaze to a boil. Serve warm glaze with steaks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 540, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 155 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 0 g, Protein 60 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1/4 of Recipe, Sodium 850 mg, Sugar 22 g

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