{"id":17749,"date":"2023-03-15T20:21:09","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T20:21:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/?p=17749"},"modified":"2023-04-14T23:28:56","modified_gmt":"2023-04-14T23:28:56","slug":"healthy-recipes-when-youre-short-on-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.personanutrition.com\/blog\/healthy-recipes-when-youre-short-on-time\/","title":{"rendered":"3 healthy recipes when you\u2019re short on time\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"With busy schedules and a towering to-do list, setting aside time to make a home-cooked meal is often the last thing you want to do. But cooking doesn\u2019t always have to be time-consuming or hard. Here are 3 easy dinners you can make in under an hour\u2014but taste like they\u2019ve had all day for the flavors to mingle.1. Pollo GuisadoThis one-pot chicken stew is not only delicious when it\u2019s fresh, but it also makes amazing leftovers! Serve it over piping hot grains with a side of tomato and cucumber salad.Ingredients8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes1 small onion1 stalk celery1 small green bell pepper, seeds removed4 garlic cloves6 stalks parsley (stems &amp; leaves)1 sprig of thymeJuice from \u00bd a lemonOlive oilSaltFreshly ground pepper\u00bd cup chicken stock, plus extra if needed1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes1 large waxy potato, peeled and diced into medium-sized cubes\u00bc cup capers (optional)PreparationFinely chop the onion, celery, bell pepper, garlic, parsley, and thyme by hand or with a food processor. Use half the seasoning to marinate the chicken and reserve half to add to the stew later on.Marinate the chicken pieces in the seasonings, lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper for at least 15 minutes.In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Brown the chicken on both sides.Add the stock, tomatoes, potatoes, capers, and the remaining seasoning. Stir well to release any flavorful browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add additional stock, if needed, to cover the chicken. Cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low.Cook until the potatoes are tender and the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes. Add salt and pepper to taste.2. Pork stir fry \u00a0A secret to great stir fry is to cut the vegetables and protein into uniform, bite-size pieces. The marinade will penetrate better and the vegetables will cook faster while staying crisp! Also, use an oil that can tolerate high heat like avocado oil and keep your pan hot throughout the cooking process.Note: Don\u2019t eat pork? Substitute with another protein like tofu.Ingredients1 lb. pork tenderloin, cut into thin strips1 20-ounce bag of frozen stir fry vegetables. Alternatively, slice up your favorite fresh veggies.Avocado or canola oil\u00bd cup teriyaki saucePork marinade1 \u00bd tablespoons regular or dark soy sauce1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger1 teaspoon minced garlic2 teaspoons mirin or rice wine\u00bd teaspoon ground black pepper1 tablespoon oil1 tablespoon cornstarchPreparationMix the ingredients for the marinade in a bowl. Add the tenderloin strips, coat well, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the pork and cook until completely cooked through, about 7 minutes. Remove the pork from the work and set aside.Wipe the pan then increase the heat to high. When it&#8217;s very hot, add 1 tablespoon of oil. Stir fry the vegetables for 5 \u2013 7 minutes, or until they are crisp-tender. Turn off the heat.Add the pork and the teriyaki sauce and stir well.3. Pasta with creamy red pepper sauceReminiscent of an alla Vodka sauce but with a red pepper flavor! Delicious, creamy and a great way to sneak in vegetables! Pair it with your favorite pasta. In my opinion, one that\u2019s tubular (like penne) or is flat (like farfalle) works best!Ingredients1 lb. farfalle, cookedOlive oil1 large red bell pepper, deseeded and sliced1 small onion, sliced6 button mushrooms, sliced4 cloves garlic, minced1 8-ounce can tomato sauce\u00bc cup vegetable stock or water, plus extra if needed2 tablespoons minced parsley2 teaspoons chopped fresh oregano leaves2 teaspoons chopped fresh basil leaves\u00bd teaspoon red pepper flakes\u00bc cup light cream or a plant-based milk (cashew or soy milk works great)2 tablespoons butterSaltFreshly ground pepperPreparationHeat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Saut\u00e9 the bell pepper, onion and mushrooms until tender, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and saut\u00e9 for 1 more minute. Set aside \u2153 of the saut\u00e9ed mixture.To the skillet, add the tomato sauce, stock or water, oregano and basil and 1 tablespoon parsley. Bring to a simmer and season lightly with salt and pepper. Cool for a few minutes then transfer to a blender.Blend with the red pepper flakes, milk and butter until smooth. Pour into the skillet and add the cooked farfalle and reserved saut\u00e9ed mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste.About RubyRuby is a Registered Pharmacist, Board Certified-medication Management Specialist, and Personal Chef. She believes that whole health creates more vibrant living and is a strong advocate for integrative wellness.Do you have questions about supplements? Reach out to one of our experts, or take Persona\u2019s free nutrition assessment, and learn exactly what you need to take your wellness to the next level.*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. 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