My fav Eat Clean meal

I ordered a few Eat Clean cookbooks and found some amazing recipes that i just have to share!!! Eating Clean is a lifestyle based on dietary logic. It is a nutritional plan that maximizes one's intake of protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants by incorporating "whole foods" from every food group. Eating Clean focuses on foods that have been minimally processed and are as close to nature as possible. I always find that when i really focus on eating clean, I not only feel better, but my energy is through the roof!!! I would love to say that I am 100% clean in my eating, but sadly me and my sugar tooth are not even close. Here is one of my all time favorites!! (My 6 foot 5 husband even finds these meals filling and delicious!)

Brown Rice Pilaf

(The best part of the rice, is the leftovers are amazing! Try them in a wrap)

-1/4 C chopped mushrooms

-1/4 C chopped celery

-1/4 C chopped green onions

-1/4 C chopped red pepper

-1 C dry brown rice

-2 1/2 C water

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Coat a large 3-quart casserole dish with cooking spray.
• Briefly saute' veggies in small fry pan until translucent or soft, but not mushy! Place all the ingredients in casserole dish and cover. Put in the oven and bake for 45 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed. 

(I always add more mushrooms and even include some sweet onions! Pretty much whatever veggies you enjoy and have lying around are a perfect addition.)

Chili Chicken Kabobs 

-3 Tbsp best-quality olive oil
-1 1/2 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Juice of one fresh lime
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- 1 large onion, chopped into thick pieces

-1 large green or red pepper cut into thick pieces (I add the pepper-the flavor with the marinade is awesome!)
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed or minced
- 1 tsp  cayenne pepper
- Sea salt, to taste

-Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
-1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast*, cut into 1 1/2 inch pieces

• In a small bowl whisk together the olive oil, vinegar and lime juice. Season with chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pressed garlic.
• Place the chicken in a shallow baking dish with the sauce and stir to coat.
• Preheat the grill to medium high. Thread the chicken onto the skewers, alternating with chopped onion pieces. Discard the marinade.
• Lightly oil the grill grate. Grill the skewers for 10 to 15 minutes or until the chicken juices run clear.