Weeknight chicken is no longer boring with this easy marinade! Toss it in with your chicken in the morning before you take off for work and let the chicken marinate while defrosting. Viola! This dish is reminiscent of teriyaki chicken from days gone by.
Lemon Pepper Marinated Chicken Thighs
1 lb Boneless skinless chicken thighs2 tbsp Lemon pepper seasoning ((clean))1/2 c Balsamic vinegar1/2 c olive oilCoconut oil
In a small dish, mix together lemon pepper seasoning, vinegar, and olive oil until fully combined. Whisk until seasonings are mostly combined.Place all chicken in a large Ziploc bag.Add marinade to chicken ...
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The Ultimate Paleo Guide To CrossFit
CrossFit is like Starbucks right now. I feel like there’s one on every street corner. It’s crazy! I’m a former regionals competitor and CrossFit Coach at Huntington Beach. Within a one mile radius of my box (CrossFit Marina), there are probably five to ten gyms.
Many of you have probably tried CrossFit at a CrossFit box, at home, or maybe even on your own without actually knowing you were doing it. You may have seen CrossFit on ESPN or you may have competed in the CrossFit Open. If you happen to be a regionals or CrossFit Games competitor, then I solute you. That’s some tough stuff!
Today’s post is all about CrossFit. The good, the bad, ...
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Creamy One-Pot Chicken & Vegetables
This colorful dish incorporates lots of veggies to make sure that your body stays nourished with plenty of vitamins and minerals. The creamy coconut milk adds a bit of comfort that is great on a fall afternoon for a rich indulgence. What a great way to make chicken and vegetables interesting again!
Creamy One-Pot Chicken & Vegetables
2-3 Boneless skinless chicken breasts1/2 c Bacon bits ((chopped, about 4 strips of bacon))1 Red pepper ((diced))1 Yellow pepper ((diced))2 c Fresh kale ((washed and torn, stems removed))2 c Fresh mushrooms ((sliced))1/2 c Onions ((diced))3 tbsp garlic ((minced))1 can Coconut milk ((about 2 ...
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Buffalo Chicken Poppers
Great as a pretty appetizer when hosting guests, or perfect to pack for a cold lunch, these chicken poppers can easily be made when you're traveling. Simply stop at a grocery for the ingredients and mix them up in your hotel room.
Note: This recipe is primal, not paleo.
Buffalo Chicken Poppers
6 Mini peppers ((halved))1 c Chicken ((cooked, shredded))3 tbsp Onion ((diced))1 tbsp Lousiana Red Sauce ((or your favorite “clean” hot sauce))1 tbsp Grass fed butter ((primal not paleo))2 Hard boiled eggs ((diced))Ground black pepper ((for garnish))
In a small bowl, mix together shredded chicken, onion, and ...
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Scrummy Beef Stew
This stew is so delicious and comforting that you’ll wish for cold weather as an excuse to make it. Choose a nice relaxing Sunday, so that you can enjoy the smells that waft through the house, as it takes its time to simmer.
Note: This recipe uses grass-fed butter and is therefore primal rather than paleo. To make it paleo, use coconut oil instead of grass-fed butter or ghee.
Scrummy Beef Stew
1.5 lbs Beef stew meat1 c Onion3 tbsp garlic ((minced))1 tbsp Coconut oil8 oz Mushrooms ((sliced))2 tbsp Grass fed butter ((primal not paleo, use coconut oil instead to make it paleo))1 tbsp Balsamic vinegar1 inch Sweet potato ((cut ...
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The Ultimate Paleo Guide To Grass-Fed, Free-Range & Organic
We live in a world of double speak. Politicians say one thing and mean another. Companies use deceptive marketing techniques to hide the truth and emphasize the good points about their products.
You don't need all that confusion when it comes to the food you eat so, in this article, we're going to explain what's meant by the terms "grass-fed", "free-range", and "organic". We'll also explain what “natural” means, although we'll leave it up to you to decide for yourself whether or not you think "natural" is natural.
Let's dive in!
What Is "Natural" And What Isn’t?
Don’t be swayed when you read the word “natural” on ...
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Twice Baked Sweet Potato
Looking for a good, tasty, and healthy food? Twice baked sweet potato is here to the rescue! This paleo diet cuisine is highly respected and recognized for its attributes. Did you know that potatoes are among the healthiest vegetable available? Having it in your table is sure a worth it action!
Sweet potatoes are a tasty and versatile part of the paleo diet. Consider baking a few of these guys on a Sunday and eating them reheated throughout the week, topped with whatever leftovers might be on hand: avocado, hot sauce, fried eggs, spaghetti squash, steamed veggies... The list of options goes on…
The nutritional values you’re gonna get ...
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Paleo Spaghetti Bake
A new take on spaghetti and lasagna, this dish combines the best of both worlds! There are several steps in this recipe, so it’s best for a Sunday dinner or when you’re trying to impress guests. Nosh away on this lasagna-like dish and you’ll forget how healthy it is because of its great texture!
Paleo Spaghetti Bake
1 lb Pork sausage ((clean))2 c Spaghetti squashes ((small, or 1 large one -you’ll need about 6of flesh))1 c yellow onion ((diced))3 tbsp garlic ((minced))28 oz Tomato sauce1 c Mushrooms3 Eggs ((whisked))1 tbsp Basil ((dried))1 tbsp Coconut oilSea salt and fresh cracked pepper ((to taste))Fresh chopped iceberg ...
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Is Bread Paleo?
The Quick Answer
No. Bread is not paleo.
Why Isn't Bread Paleo?
If you’re familiar with the paleo diet, the answer to this question may seem obvious, but for many the reason that bread is not considered paleo is not crystal clear.
In this post we’ll dive a little deeper into the reasons as to why bread isn’t considered paleo, and the deal with grains and whole grains, including whether or not you should eat them, and, if you do eat them, how to make your diet a little healthier.
Personally I do follow the paleo approach to nutrition because it works for me. I spent time removing food from my diet and then reintroducing ...
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Savory Fig Salad
This delicious and seasonal salad packs a paleo punch, especially when you can pick the figs right off trees in your area! Take advantage of this healthy and delicious dish and turn a weeknight meal into something out of this world!
Savory Fig Salad
1 lb Fresh figs ((sliced into quarters))1 tbsp olive oil1 tsp Fresh rosemary ((chopped))Drizzle of honey
Clean and slice fresh figs. Set aside in a medium-sized mixing bowl.Toss fresh figs with olive oil and fresh rosemary, and drizzle with honey to taste.Refrigerate until chilled and transfer to plates.Serve chilled alongside grilled shrimp skewers, grilled fish, or chicken. ...
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