"I'm losing my finger lickin mind"

Hello again, its me your favorite food lover dreaming up something good for you to eat. Some of you may recognize my title from the movie I think I love my wife, if you saw the movie you know what I'm talking about, but for those of you who did not here is the story. There is a scene where Chris Rock's character comes home from work and sees chicken for dinner and he says "chicken again " his wife replies " what's wrong with chicken?". Of course that sets him off, he goes on and on about how tired of chicken he has become. Its very funny, but anyway, just in case some of your are going down the same path I'm here to offer up a suggestion. Hopefully the following recipe help you get out the chicken fatigue syndrome.

Enjoy

Plum Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Mixed Veggies

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
1/2 cup plum sauce ( its an Asian condiment available a most grocery stores)
1 tbls soy sauce
1 tbls fresh ginger, chopped
1 tbls fresh garlic chopped
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
Fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish

1. In a bowl combine the plum sauce, soy sauce, ginger, garlic and sweet chili sauce, mix together.
2. Place the chicken in a plastic freezer safe bag and pour the marinade over it and let it sit for a minimum of 30 minutes
3. Place in 375 degree oven and bake until done, about 20 minutes
4. Garnish with the cilantro and serve with the rice and veggies

Rounding out the meal
Jasmine is a wonderfully fragrant rice, only thing to note is that you must rinse it very well before cooking, after that its cooked just like regular white rice. Just follow your packages instructions if you are unsure.

Any vegetables of your choice such as asparagus, bok choy, broccolini, or cauliflower will compliment the meal.

Recipes are always for sharing

Recipes are always for sharing, I mean what good are they if you keep them to yourself. I have lots of recipes and all I want to do is pass them along and get feedback from those who try them. This weeks winner is an easy shrimp salad served on ciabatta bread with avocado and tomatoes. I love to make this when I want something gourmet but don't feel like spending all night in the kitchen. This recipe is a guideline so if you don't like something thats in it feel free to skip it. If you love it or hate it let me know.

Shrimp Salad on Ciabatta

1 pound cooked shrimp, rough chopped
1 tblsp red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tblsp lemon juice, ( fresh if you have it)
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 avocado diced
2 tbl diced tomato
salt and pepper to taste
1 loaf ciabatta bread

1. In a bowl combine the mayo, lemon juice and cayenne pepper and mix
2. Add the shrimp, onion, avocado and tomato
3. Season with salt and pepper and set it aside for 15 minutes to let the flavors come together
4. Slice the bread 1/2 " thick pieces
5. Build your sandwich and enjoy

Regular potato chips or sweet potato chips are a nice compliment