Gourmet Culinaire and Cuisine

Here is a lean, healthy chicken dish with a bit of spice that makes a great Mexican style meal for casual dinner nights. You can make this meal in about 30 minutes, which makes meal preparation a snap.To make this dish you'll need: frozen, boneless chicken breasts, instant rice, olive oil, minced garlic, reduced sodium chicken broth, a can of black beans - rinsed and drained, minced jalapeno pepper, ground cumin and chopped fresh cilantro.Run 4 frozen chicken pieces under cold water for 1 to 2 minutes to remove ice.In a large nonstick skillet pan, heat up 1 tablespoon of olive oil along with 1 teaspoon of minced garlic. Add in the chicken pieces and cook over medium heat for 4 to 6 minutes, or until the chicken is lightly browned.Stir in 2 cups of reduced sodium chicken broth, 1 can of black beans, 1 or 2 teaspoons of minced .. more»

Today is your lucky day, my friend! You are about to learn to make Chili's famous Chicken Enchilada Soup in your own home. I stumbled upon this recipe two days ago, made it last night, and the response I got totally inspired me to write this article!This is THE perfect soup. It's perfectly balanced in every way a soup can be balanced. Not too mild, not too spicy. Not too creamy, not too watery. Not too chunky, not too plain.The finishing touches of shredded mixed cheese (monterey jack and cheddar), pico de gallo, and crunchy tortilla strips make it not only balanced, but fun to eat.I've been in love with this soup forever. I was absolutely stoked to come across the recipe. I served mine to my wife, our twin 12-year-old daughters, a friend/coworker, and two neighbors (yes, the recipe makes A LOT!) Everyone's eyes rolled back, closed, and were .. more»

Salmon is a healthy and flavorful fish. It is rich in omega 3s, which are good for the heart and it, can be used in many different recipes. If you are looking for cooking tips for cooking salmon in the oven, read on for some handy hints about how to bake this tasty fish.First of all, you should preheat the oven to somewhere between 350 and 450 degrees F, depending on what the recipe recommends. If you are not following a recipe, keep the temperature near to 350 degrees F because it is easier to accidentally overcook the fish if you choose a higher temperature.Preparing the Salmon for BakingYou might like to use a store-bought salmon rub or make your own. Try a mixture of salt, chili powder, and paprika for a spicy flavor or mixed herbs for an herby flavor.Perhaps you prefer to use an herb butter, like basil .. more»