Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Since James and I have been married I have been on a mission to find healthy yet yummy recipes, because we have both decided we need to lose some weight. Well I haven't been too successful considering my husband is quite the picky eater, which I didn't know while we were dating because he would eat anything and everything I cooked but now things have changed! So I think I'm headed in the right direction now because I found a website of a well known dietitian named Zonya Foco which I knew about before I got married, in fact she has inspired me to pursue a career in dietetics and hopefully become a dietitian. Most of her recipes are normal foods people eat but she just tweaked them to be healthier by using low-fat and reduced-fat products. Anyways for dinner last night I tried her recipe for Creamy Chicken Enchiladas and I'd have to say it's better than most enchilada recipes I've tried and so much more creamy and healthy. If you're looking for a yummy but healthy recipe to cook for dinner try this one and I don't think you'll be disappointed:)

Creamy Chicken Enchiladas

Preheat oven to 325 degrees.

6 (4 oz.) each boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 can(4 0z.) chopped green chilies
1 cup light sour cream
1 can(10 3/4 oz.) cream of chicken soup(Campbell's Healthy Request)
1 can(10 3/4 oz.) evaporated skim milk
1 can(2 1/4 oz.) sliced black olives
1 cup reduced-fat shredded cheddar cheese(I used the Weight Watcher's mexican cheese instead)
10 6-inch flour tortillas

Coat a large nonstick skillet with cooking spray and place over medium-high heat. Brown chicken turning frequently. Add chilies during last 2 minutes.

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, mix together sour cream, cream of chicken soup,and evaporated milk then heat over medium-low heat.

Spread 1/2 cup of soup mixture over bottom of 9x13 baking dish. Lay 5 tortillas on a clean countertop. Put 1 Tablespoon soup mixture in a line down the center of each. Follow with: 2 T chicken, 1 T cheese and 1 tsp olives. Roll up and place in dish. Repeat with remaining 5 tortillas. Pour remaining soup mixture over tortilla rolls. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Place in oven and set timer for 20 minutes. Serve and Enjoy:)

Six Months!!

I still can't believe that James and I have been married for six months already, it seems like just yesterday we got married! Time has flown by so fast:) I am so happy to have such an amazing husband, he means the world to me. I love you James!!!!

Caramel Brownies:)

I got this recipe out of a cookbook that a friend let me borrow, and I decided to give it a try. I made it on Sunday and by Monday night it was pretty much gone! My family absolutely loved it and I think it's now one of my favorite desserts. It's better than regular brownies because they're so much more moist and gooey, so if you need a good dessert give these a whirl you won't regret it. WARNING: these are addicting!!! DO NOT TRY IF ATTEMPTING TO LOSE WEIGHT!

Caramel Brownies

1 cup caramel topping(recipe follows)
1 package German chocolate cake mix
3/4 cup melted butter
1/3 cup evaporated milk
1 cup walnuts(I used almonds and it was just as good)
1 cup chocolate chips

Combine cake mix, butter, and milk. Spread 1/2 mixture in greased and floured 9x13-inch baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 6 minutes. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and nuts. Pour caramel sauce over mixture. Top with remaining dough. Bake for 15 minutes. Let cool. ENJOY:)

Caramel Sauce

1 cup brown sugar
7 oz sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup corn syrup
1/4 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Combine sugar, syrup, butter and milk in saucepan. Bring to a boil on high heat, stirring constantly. Lower to medium heat and continue cooking for 5 minutes, stirring often. Remove from heat and add vanilla.

Life In General

I just realized it's been awhile since I've posted anything so i'm going to give an update on our life!

James is still working for Salt Lake Valley Protective Agency and he absolutely loves it, it works out great because he wants to become a cop so he'll have a lot of experience in that type of field. I'm still watching my niece and nephew during the day but only for a few more months because they will be moving to Las Vegas. We're living with my parents right now so we've been trying to fix up the basement like we want it. It's not the best arrangement but we have two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen area so it's not that bad. I'll post some pictures when I can!

We're still trying for a baby and although it's only been about six months i'm getting very anxious:) It seems like ever since we got married i've thought I was pregnant every month I even get all the symptoms, so that's been very frustrating. On February 8th James and I will be celebrating six months of marriage already and I can't believe how fast time flies it just seems like yesterday we got married. Life is going really good for us and we're definitely hoping to add to our family soon!!