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When I recently asked on Instagram stories for what kind of blog content y’all wanted to see, I had several responses asking for blog posts with healthy recipes. I try to share my healthy meal ideas on my stories, but I am excited to share some on here too. Almost all of my weekday recipes are from Pinterest, are very simple to make, and are low carb. A couple of years ago I started a low carb lifestyle and it’s been the only way that I have been able to maintain my weight. Living in Alabama with all of the amazing southern food has been a challenge, so I will admit I haven’t been doing great on my low carb diet lately. I mostly watch my starchy carbs, like bread and potatoes, but I don’t do keto.
5 Of My Favorite Healthy Recipes:
- Salmon: Salmon is so healthy and easy to make. I preheat the oven to 400 degrees, then drizzle the salmon with olive oil and sprinkle lemon pepper on just the top. I buy fresh salmon from Trader Joe’s. Once the oven is heated to 400, I bake the fish for 20 minutes. I cut the middle of one piece to make sure the fish is cooked through before we eat. I serve it with a salad and a vegetable, usually asparagus.
- Pizza Chicken: This is one of our favorite easy recipes. You get the taste of pizza without the carbs. I usually serve this with a salad. You could also serve this with rice if you aren’t trying to be on low carb. I like to add mushrooms on the chicken, though you could also add bell peppers. You can find the recipe here.
- Hummus Chicken: This is another healthy favorite. Hummus is a “good” fat that keeps you feeling full longer. It also helps you control your blood sugar levels, unlike most carbs that make it spike. It has a low glycemic index, so this helps your blood sugar levels. You could serve this with a salad and rice if you want a carb. You can find the recipe here.
- Pork Chops: Pork chops are such a treat that seem like they would be complicated to make, but they are pretty easy. I put olive oil or butter in a skillet, then season both sides of the pork chops with lemon pepper. I cook them until they’re browned. I always cut the middle to make sure they’re cooked all the way through and are no longer pink. I serve these with a couple of veggies like salad and cauliflower “mashed potatoes.”
- Enchilada Baked Chicken: This is another meal where you get a taste of something you love without the carbs. In this case, it’s enchiladas. This is a simple meal and I just serve it with a veggie or two. You can find the recipe here. Note: Sometimes I’ll set my oven to 400 and bake for 20 minutes instead of their instructions. It works either way though.
Casual Fall Style:
I’m not usually the type to throw tennis shoes on with a skirt, but I love this trend lately. When I saw this skirt, I saw so many possibilities of ways to style it. It can be casual (pictured), or with a blouse for work, or it could go for a date night as well. This skirt is true to size and is great quality. It’s one of my new favorite fall pieces. I cannot wait to wear it for a date night as well without a jacket, or with a chic leather jacket and heels.
What is your go-to easy/healthy recipe? 
One of my favorite outfits of yours- SO cute! Love these recipe ideas- I love salmon but don’t make it myself enough!
xoxo A
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That is so sweet of you, Annaliese! I don’t make salmon enough, but should. It’s VERY healthy.
I will try hummus chicken. You look gorgeous babe.
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It was sooo good! Thanks, gal.
Ok, I LOVE this look on you!! The tennis shoes look so good!! Haven’t tried this trend myself but you’ve totally inspired me! And thanks for the healthy recipes! Your pizza chicken is one I’ve been meaning to try!
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Thank you so much, Katherine! It was a little out of my comfort zone, but I am glad I tried it. You’ll have to let me know if you try pizza chicken. It’s soo good.
I wish I could eat some of these recipes 🙁
Jennifer
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Aw I’m sorry girl! How’s everything going with your health?
This outfit is so cute, Courtney! I’m bookmarking this post. I need to try some of those recipes. The pizza chicken sounds so good.
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Thank you so much, Lindsey! Let me know if you try the recipes.
I can imagine it is hard keeping carbs in check when living in a City like Birmingham Courtney ! I have to say in all your pics you look in perfect shape. Salmon is a favorite of mine and is so tasty baked with your go to seasonings. I have not had hummus chicken bu t is good if it keeps you feeling satisfied. We do pork chops quite often and use a variety of seasonings. I will check out the enchilada recipe !
That is a very cute skirt for fall in Alabama ! You pull off the casual tennis shoe look well , and I know it will dress up well for a night out also. Happy Friday my Friend, Terri xo.
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It’s soooo so hard! Aw thanks, Terri so sweet of you to say. Salmon is our favorite too. We love it! What do you add on your pork chops?
Thanks, Terri! I am so glad you liked it. Xo-Courtney Happy Friday to you too.