Mmmm TASTY!

[Asclepius]

We had a Greek Festival here last week so I picked up some authentic feta cheese and used some in tonight's dinner -- DELISH! Thought I'd share:

I took 1 boneless skinless chicken breast and sliced a pocket in it into which I stuffed 1/8th cup feta and then spooned in 1 Tbsp Newman's Own Naturals Beta Feta Vinaigrette. I pinned the pocket closed with a toothpick and then spooned 1 Tbsp of the same dressing over top the chicken breast. I put in in a glass baking dish covered with foil and baked it at 350 for 35 minutes. All of the great flavors infused the whole breast. According to my recipe analyzer the whole thing has only 1.77 carbs, 1 of which comes from the 2Tbsp of dressing. Had it with steamed broccoli and was one happy camper.

FYI the label on the dressing does say it contains citric acid if that happens to be a deal breaker for anyone.

Oh what fun culinary invention has become.

[redfoxglove]

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Asclepius, that sounds so good I wrote it down in my 3 ring binder! I think I will use chicken with skin on it, though. How do you cut the pocket, just lengthwise to the breast? Chicken with skin and bone-in takes about 15 min longer to cook, also.

I totally agree with you, culinary invention is so much fun on this plan. Even my DH is happy b/c we had been in a groove of meat-brown rice-frozen veg for some time. It was pretty okay for a routine, but he's really happy to eat all my new inventions!

[IrishSarahHB]

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It must be that time of year i guess .. We had one here in Vegas too and my mom said they had one in AZ where she lives ..

[Asclepius]

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Asclepius, that sounds so good I wrote it down in my 3 ring binder! I think I will use chicken with skin on it, though. How do you cut the pocket, just lengthwise to the breast? Chicken with skin and bone-in takes about 15 min longer to cook, also.

I totally agree with you, culinary invention is so much fun on this plan. Even my DH is happy b/c we had been in a groove of meat-brown rice-frozen veg for some time. It was pretty okay for a routine, but he's really happy to eat all my new inventions!

That's exactly right - just make a longitudinal slice into the thicker part of the breast. For "my" breast that region started about 3/4" away from the edge. As in life, every breast is a little different shape. If you stick it in the freezer for a bit it makes it easier to manage.... oh the places this recipe comment could go. LOL!!

[FLdoodette]

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Oh man, if that doesn't sound good! Once in awhile, my husband and I will hop on the bike and tool about 100 miles over to Tarpon Springs, FL, home of some seriously great Greek eats ... if it has feta and garlic and olive oil in it, I am so there! Opa!

Thanks for the great recipe; I will definitely be making that ... nom nom nom!

[Asclepius]

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Oh man, if that doesn't sound good! Once in awhile, my husband and I will hop on the bike and tool about 100 miles over to Tarpon Springs, FL, home of some seriously great Greek eats ... if it has feta and garlic and olive oil in it, I am so there! Opa!

Thanks for the great recipe; I will definitely be making that ... nom nom nom!

There is no such thing as too much garlic IMO. Norah, so far you're batting 100% in terms of your idea of good food. You can cook for me anytime! Hahaha -- and I bet you didn't even know you volunteered!

[Asclepius]

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OH! And best of all it barely takes 5 mins prep time and then it's into the oven.

[FLdoodette]

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Cook, cook, cook ... all I do is cook! I've been slaving in the kitchen for decades, dammit! Aw, Robin, sure I'd cook for you; but I'm willing to bet you're the better chef!

[redfoxglove]

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fldoodette, I went to Tarpon Springs High for 3 years. My first BF ever was a handsome Greek boy. I got to eat some of mama's home cooking. But alas, it was not to be, mama told him if he didn't stop seeing me she would "send him back to Greek"...

[Asclepius]

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fldoodette, I went to Tarpon Springs High for 3 years. My first BF ever was a handsome Greek boy. I got to eat some of mama's home cooking. But alas, it was not to be, mama told him if he didn't stop seeing me she would "send him back to Greek"...

REDFOXGLOVE: I see you are in Washington! I know Hoquiam is about 2 hours away from Seattle but if you ever head that direction and want AMAZING homestyle Greek food, go to the Continental Pastry and Cafe. It's on the Ave (University Avenue) at about NE47th. It's owned and run by a couple by the name's Helen and Dimitri. Helen is perhaps the sweetest most generous woman within 25 square miles of the place. I love sitting inside listening to older gentlemen debate the events of the day over olives, cheeses and wine. It feels like you're part of one giant family. I moved away in 2005 and whenever I have a layover in Seattle I always book it up to the cafe. It had been a year since my last visit this June and when I walked thru the door she knew exactly who I was and showered me with hugs and kisses announcing, "my beautiful giiiirrll!! She has come baaaack!!" Of course being the Greek Mama that she is, she insisted I accept all sorts of desserts to "kepa you haaapyyyy!" A true delight.

To top it off, if you skip the greek fries (you can have salad instead), their meals are in large part Atkins friendly! So keep it in mind if you're ever in the area.

[FLdoodette]

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fldoodette, I went to Tarpon Springs High for 3 years. My first BF ever was a handsome Greek boy. I got to eat some of mama's home cooking. But alas, it was not to be, mama told him if he didn't stop seeing me she would "send him back to Greek"...

Shame on mama! But I'll bet she was a great cook!

[redfoxglove]

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Asclepius, what a great tip! I just joined the Seattle Art Museum and will definitely keep this cafe in mind. I used to go to one, about 10 years ago, I think it was further down in the district, but haven't been able to find it lately, I think it was a little more trendy and not a family focus. Super tip, I'll be sure to let you know when I visit how cool it was. Today I had sort of planned to go up to the Emerald City to the museum, but with school starting on Monday, I need to be sure to get things (Atkins things) in order....

[Asclepius]

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It sounds like you are thinking of "Costas". That Greek restaurant is only a stones throw from Continental. From I-5 N, take the NE 45th St exit. Turn right onto NE 45th. You'll cross Roosevelt, 11th, etc. Stay in te left lane and once you reach it turn left at the University Ave intersection. You'll be headed away from UW campus. Travel a couple blocks (you'll pass Rhuzen Mongolian BBQ, Thai Toms, Rite Aid all on your left) and you're there. It only has a little hanging blue and white placard over the door for signage so keep your eyes peeled. If youAll of this talking makes me want Chicken Souvlaki covered in tzatziki! **drooling**

Here's a link to reviews: http://www.yelp.com/biz/continental-...y-shop-seattle

[redfoxglove]

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Yes, doodette, shame on mama. Yes, once we all went on a bus trip somewhere and everybody wanted George's home cooking mama had sent him with...

Asclepius, indeed it was Costa's I remembered! Actually I think a couple of years ago I went up on the Ave with my husband and saw the Continental, but passed it up b/c it said "pastry shop"... I think I may put it off for a while, maybe on toward the holidays, then I"ll be a little more established in my WOE, and if I should decide to treat myself for the holidays, I'll be more likely to get right back on plan. Good travel tips!

So maybe you were a student at UW?