Chicken And Mushrooms: Delightfully Low In Carbs

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Chicken And Mushrooms: Delightfully Low In Carbs 4 @ (NAPSA)—Sticking to a low-carb diet is easy when disheslike chicken breasts with a lively mushroom marinara sauce are on the dinner menu. This 30-minute recipe is adapted from “Low-Carb Italian Cooking,” by Francis Anthony, better known as the “Love Chef.” “I love cooking with fresh mushrooms,” says Anthony. “They’re very low in carbs and calories and their rich flavor and meaty texture make any '% cup white wine 1 (14-ounce) jar prepared marinara sauce Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, over medium-highheat, heat 2 table- spoons of the olive oil. Cook chicken until brown on both sides and centeris no longer pink, about 10 minutes; trans- dish taste special.” Mushrooms are fer to a platter and cover to keep warm.To the skillet, add sium, and selenium, a nutrient that Add mushrooms and onions; also a source of heart-healthy potas- has been shown to help prevent some forms of cancer. CHICKEN PIZZAIOLO 4 (6 to 8 ounceseach) boneless chicken breasts 12 teaspoonsalt ‘4, teaspoon ground black pepper 3 tablespoonsolive oil, divided 8 ounces fresh white mushrooms,sliced (about 3 cups) 1 medium yellow onion, diced (about 1% cups) the remaining 1 tablespoonoil. cook and stir until tender and lightly browned, about 8 min- utes. Stir in wine and marinara sauce. Cook uncovered, until slightly thickened, about 5 min- utes. Pour sauce over chicken. Garnish with choppedItalian parsley, if desired. YIELD: 4 portions For more diet recipes, send your request to: Low-carb Mushrooms, 35 East 21 Street, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10010 or email: L-N@mushroominfo.com. Visit www.mushroominfo.com for mushroom recipes and information.