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20 Low-Carb Skillet Dinners

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Alex Loh Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD March 09, 2020
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Watching your carbohydrate intake is easy with these skillet dinners. These recipes come together in just one pan making clean up fast, and only have 15 grams of carbs or less per serving to help you meet your nutritional goals. Recipes like Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Seared Arctic Char with Bacon-Leek Chard are fast, delicious and healthy!

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Pork Chops with Balsamic Sweet Onions

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Balsamic onions and raisins add a burst of sweet and savory flavor to pan-seared pork chops. Round out this healthy dinner recipe with sweet potatoes and green beans. Source: EatingWell Magazine, March 2019

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Green Shakshuka

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Shakshuka, or eggs poached in an aromatic tomato sauce, is a fast, one-pan breakfast staple in Northern Africa and Israel. This healthy recipe features spinach, herbs and tomatillos. Garnish with a touch of harissa--a fiery chile paste--and dip some toasted whole-grain country bread into the jammy yolks. Source: EatingWell Magazine, May/June 2018

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Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes

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Chicken and sweet potatoes unite with the delicious taste of rosemary in this easy, one-skillet meal. Because we use parcooked and unseasoned sweet potatoes, the cooking time is much shorter--making this recipe perfect for weeknight cooking. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken

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A rich and creamy sauce coats chicken breasts in this quick and comforting dinner. If you don't have chicken cutlets (thin-sliced boneless chicken breast) on hand, you can make your own by slicing two 8-ounce chicken breasts in half horizontally. Source: EatingWell.com, January 2018

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Garlic-Sautéed Shrimp

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Peeled shrimp may be convenient, but here the shells--and heads if you are lucky enough to find them still on--are transformed into a quick stock that adds a boost of flavor. Serve the garlic-sautéed shrimp as an appetizer or use them as a topping for pasta or risotto. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2018

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Skillet-Roasted Strip Steaks with Pebre Sauce & Avocado

<p>This recipe was inspired by the popular Chilean sandwich, called a churrasco, that features a thin sandwich steak, mashed avocado and a type of salsa called Pebre. We have substituted tender strip steak for sandwich steaks to make a satisfying steak dinner. If you have leftovers, layer the components in a mayonnaise-coated crusty roll and enjoy a churrasco sandwich the following day. Searing a steak on the stovetop and then finishing it in a moderate oven allows for good browning, and the gentle heat helps ensure a tender result.</p>
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This recipe was inspired by the popular Chilean sandwich, called a churrasco, that features a thin sandwich steak, mashed avocado and a type of salsa called Pebre. We have substituted tender strip steak for sandwich steaks to make a satisfying steak dinner. If you have leftovers, layer the components in a mayonnaise-coated crusty roll and enjoy a churrasco sandwich the following day. Searing a steak on the stovetop and then finishing it in a moderate oven allows for good browning, and the gentle heat helps ensure a tender result.

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Sausage & Pepper Medley

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Low in carbs and rich in Vitamin C, bell peppers add flavor as well as volume to this slightly spicy dish. For more heat, use hot turkey Italian sausage links rather than mild. Make it a sandwich by serving it inside a toasted bulky roll. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Chicken Piccata

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Tenderized chicken breasts are cooked with lemon slices and served in a mouthwatering sauce of garlic, wine and lemon juice in this chicken piccata dinner. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Skillet Moussaka

<p>In Greece, moussaka is made with beef or lamb, layers of sliced eggplant and a creamy béchamel sauce all baked together in the oven. This variation takes plenty of liberties to make it easy, quick and healthful. Serve over whole-wheat pasta or with potatoes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2011</p>
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In Greece, moussaka is made with beef or lamb, layers of sliced eggplant and a creamy béchamel sauce all baked together in the oven. This variation takes plenty of liberties to make it easy, quick and healthful. Serve over whole-wheat pasta or with potatoes. Source: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2011

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Shrimp Scampi Zoodles

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Classic garlicky shrimp scampi gets a low-carb makeover in this easy dinner recipe. Zucchini noodles, also known as "zoodles," are a healthier alternative to traditional pasta--they mimic the texture of pasta while taking on the flavor of whatever sauce you serve them with. Make sure you salt and drain the zoodles, otherwise your final dish will be soupy and the flavor will be diluted. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2018

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Basil-Tomato Chicken Skillet

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Quick cooking chicken tenderloins and packaged spinach make this dinner recipe come together in just 25 minutes. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Seared Arctic Char with Bacon-Leek Chard

<p>A cousin of salmon and trout with a milder flavor, Arctic char-both farmed and wild--is recommended as a Best Choice by Seafood Watch. It's low in mercury and has almost the same amount of omega-3s per serving as salmon. Try it in this healthy fish recipe with dark leafy greens. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016</p>
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A cousin of salmon and trout with a milder flavor, Arctic char-both farmed and wild--is recommended as a Best Choice by Seafood Watch. It's low in mercury and has almost the same amount of omega-3s per serving as salmon. Try it in this healthy fish recipe with dark leafy greens. Source: EatingWell Magazine, November/December 2016

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One-Skillet Chicken Paprikash with Mushrooms & Onions

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Try this quick and easy one-skillet version of the Hungarian classic chicken paprikash. Serve the chicken cutlets, mushrooms and creamy sauce over egg noodles with a green salad on the side. Source: EatingWell.com, December 2019

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Skillet-Roasted Citrus Salmon with Grilled Vegetables

<p>Grilled salmon fillets, flavored with herbs and orange, are served alongside asparagus and summer squash cooked in foil packets over an open fire. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Grilled salmon fillets, flavored with herbs and orange, are served alongside asparagus and summer squash cooked in foil packets over an open fire. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Italian Beef Skillet

<p>This Italian-inspired beef, vegetable, and pasta dinner takes just 20 minutes to prep. Grab a glass of your favorite wine, sit back, relax, and enjoy the fragrant aromas that fill your kitchen as this one-skillet meal simmers on your stove. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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This Italian-inspired beef, vegetable, and pasta dinner takes just 20 minutes to prep. Grab a glass of your favorite wine, sit back, relax, and enjoy the fragrant aromas that fill your kitchen as this one-skillet meal simmers on your stove. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Brown Butter Seared Scallops

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Get perfectly cooked scallops every time with this easy method. Sea scallops (the large ones) are sautéed in butter that turns deliciously nutty as it cooks, to make a super-fast, special dinner. A splash of lemon juice and fresh herbs finish the dish. Round out the menu with sautéed spinach and brown rice or orzo. Source: EatingWell.com, October 2018

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Pork Chops with Roasted Cauliflower and Onions

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This quick one-skillet vegetable and pork main dish recipe makes a great weeknight dinner. Look for pre-cut cauliflower florets in the produce aisle of your grocery store to cut down on prep time, and your dinner will be on the table in just 30 minutes! Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Spring Green Frittata

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Frittatas are a versatile dish that can be served at breakfast, lunch or dinner. This easy frittata, featuring green spring vegetables accented by chopped tomatoes and parmesan cheese, can be on your plate in just 25 minutes. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Seared Salmon with Mushroom-Shallot Sauce

<p>To round out this 30-minute salmon recipe, roast some vegetable sides (see associated recipes) in the oven while cooking the salmon and mushroom-shallot sauce on the stove. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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To round out this 30-minute salmon recipe, roast some vegetable sides (see associated recipes) in the oven while cooking the salmon and mushroom-shallot sauce on the stove. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Easy Cauliflower Fried Rice

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This vegetarian faux fried rice uses riced cauliflower in place of white or brown rice to pack in extra veggies and cut down on carbs. Chile-garlic sauce pumps up the heat, and fresh ginger adds a bright, warm bite. If you don't like the heat of the chile-garlic sauce, leave it out and add a bit more tamari or soy sauce for a rich, fermented tang. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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    1 of 20 Pork Chops with Balsamic Sweet Onions
    2 of 20 Green Shakshuka
    3 of 20 Rosemary Chicken with Sweet Potatoes
    4 of 20 Creamy Parmesan Garlic Mushroom Chicken
    5 of 20 Garlic-Sautéed Shrimp
    6 of 20 Skillet-Roasted Strip Steaks with Pebre Sauce & Avocado
    7 of 20 Sausage & Pepper Medley
    8 of 20 Chicken Piccata
    9 of 20 Skillet Moussaka
    10 of 20 Shrimp Scampi Zoodles
    11 of 20 Basil-Tomato Chicken Skillet
    12 of 20 Seared Arctic Char with Bacon-Leek Chard
    13 of 20 One-Skillet Chicken Paprikash with Mushrooms & Onions
    14 of 20 Skillet-Roasted Citrus Salmon with Grilled Vegetables
    15 of 20 Italian Beef Skillet
    16 of 20 Brown Butter Seared Scallops
    17 of 20 Pork Chops with Roasted Cauliflower and Onions
    18 of 20 Spring Green Frittata
    19 of 20 Seared Salmon with Mushroom-Shallot Sauce
    20 of 20 Easy Cauliflower Fried Rice

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