Mango Ginger Chicken Stir fry

This dish is something I made up completely on the fly but it has legit Asian dish flavor to it. It's super yummy!

Mango Ginger Chicken Stir Fry
1 T coconut oil
2 cups of fresh cut broccoli
2 cups cubed chicken breast already cooked
1/4 cup sliced onion
5 mushrooms cut (however you like, I did mine in big slices)
2 T liquid aminos (can use soy sauce)
2-3 T mango ginger vinaigrette (I got mine from the refrigerated dressing found in the salad aisle, it has limited ingredients)
1/4 cup water
Chia seeds (for sprinkling and added healthy carbs and benefits)

Heat coconut oil in a wok or skillet. Once oil has melted add broccoli, chicken, and onion. Stir fry until onions and broccoli begin to cook. Next, add mushrooms, liquid aminos, vinaigrette, and water stir continuously (watch the consistency, if it starts to stick add a little more water). Once onions and broccoli become tender crisp sprinkle the stir fry with chia seeds and stir to cook for 1-2 more minutes. Serve and enjoy! :)

Chia seed "pudding"- great healthy alternative to satisfy a sweet craving!

This is a fabulous healthy treat that will satisfy your craving for something sweet. Chia seeds are a superfood and in my opinion are super cool. This recipe is a base, you can eat it plain or dress it up with the fruit of your choice for added flavor and benefits. I've tried it a few different ways; plain, with clementines, and with blueberries and all were good. It has a neat texture that reminds me of tapioca.

Chia Seed "pudding"

1/4 cup chia seeds
1 cup milk of your choice (I've used regular milk, almond, and coconut and they all work great)
2 T of Agave nectar
(Add a fruit of your choice if you like)

Mix chia seeds, milk, and agave in a food storage container with a lid. Let it sit overnight for about 10 hrs. Open and enjoy! :) Add fruit if you would like!

Thai Chicken Stir Fry (Noodle-less Pad Thai)

This meal is sooo delicious and healthy! It's basically Pad Thai without the noodles.  I found this recipe on pinterest but made a few adjustments. 

Clean Eating Thai Chicken Stir Fry

1 lb chicken breast cut into chunks
2 T Coconut oil
1 clove of garlic minced
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
2 limes
2 T liquid aminos (if you don't have this you can use regular soy sauce)
2 T apple cider vinegar
12oz package of Broccoli slaw with cabbage and carrots
1 T PB2 powder
cilantro and chopped green onions for garnish

Use a wok (or regular skillet), heat on medium until hot. Add coconut oil and garlic cooking for one minute then add chicken. After a couple of minutes add just a splash of coconut milk, cook until outer layer of the chicken is almost done. Next add liquid aminos, the juice of 1 1/2 limes (save the other half to cut for garnish), and vinegar, cook until chicken is completely done. Next, add the package of broccoli slaw and the rest of the coconut milk. Cook, while stirring frequently, until the slaw has cooked down to a tender yet firm state. Mix in the PB2 powder, garnish, and serve. If you would like to add more PB2 to taste you can.
Enjoy! (I know I did!)

Starting to look yummy! (Not done cooking yet)

After a long break, I'm back!

A lot has happened here on the homefront; we had our 3rd child (a baby girl) in August and we are getting ready to adopt our foster son next week! While life has been crazy busy with adjusting to having 4 kids under the age of 5 and now being a stay-at-home mom and homeschooling.

After having baby number three I'm determined to get this baby weight off fast so I'm starting a healthy eating challenge to get back on track. My posts will be geared toward healthy eating that is still budget friendly.