In the article, dietitian Vanessa Imus shares how she uses a $5 rotisserie chicken from Costco to create a week’s worth of easy and healthy meals for her family. Here’s a simple breakdown of her ideas: Day 1 Dinner: Serve the chicken drumsticks with air-fried potatoes and broccoli for a quick, balanced meal right after buying the chicken. Tostadas: Use the leftover shredded chicken on corn tortillas with refried beans and toppings like cheese, salsa, and veggies. This meal is fun and lets everyone customize their own. Chicken Salad: Mix shredded chicken with celery, mayo, and spices for a no-cook meal. Serve it with crackers and fresh veggies for a nutritious snack or light dinner. Pesto Pasta: Combine shredded chicken with pasta, tomatoes, and pesto for a flavorful dish. She suggests using chickpea or lentil pasta for extra protein and fiber. Chicken Tortilla Soup: Use the chicken bones to make broth or use store-bought broth. Add chicken, tomatoes, beans, corn, and spices to create a hearty soup that can be frozen for later. Imus emphasizes the importance of saving time and money while making nutritious meals, and she finds that using rotisserie chicken is a great way to achieve this.
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