Diabetic Main Dish Recipes

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Easy Hawaiian Chicken Packets

Rating: 4.4 stars
46
Pineapple, peppers and teriyaki sauce are packed in aluminum foil with chicken breasts. This yummy recipe is easy to prepare and to cook! Tastes great over rice.
By EKUTINAC

Sweet Potato-Turkey Meatloaf

Rating: 4.1 stars
112
I initially created this recipe after one my grandmother used to make with beef and regular mashed potatoes. Instead, I substituted mashed sweet potatoes and used ground turkey. It tastes even better the next day when slices are grilled in a pan with butter, then place on bread slices to make a sandwich. The biggest secret to the taste is the sweetness from the sweet potato!
By Mrs. Mula-Howard

Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Rating: 4.38 stars
2664
You will never want to eat frozen veggie burgers again. These are so easy, and you'll be proud to have created such a vegetarian delight.
By LAURENMU
Sponsored By MyPlate

Spicy Chicken Breasts

Rating: 4.31 stars
468
This is a great skinless, chicken breast recipe that can be served over salad greens or as an entree! If serving over salad greens, cut chicken into strips and top with your favorite salsa or dressing.
By Barbara Radford

Venison Tips and Rice

Rating: 4.68 stars
45
This is a great recipe for your deer hunter. I'm not crazy about venison, but with this recipe, you don't taste the wild game. My father-in-law swears it's made with beef tips. Serve and see what your family thinks!!
By TLGIBBS

Quinoa and Black Beans

Rating: 4.65 stars
4078
Very flavorful alternative to black beans and rice. Quinoa is a nutty grain from South America.
By 3LIONCUBS
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Spinach and Pasta Shells

Rating: 4 stars
116
This is a very easy recipe and for those people who like garlic and a little bit of spice in their pasta it's perfect. Add more or less red pepper flakes depending on your fondness for spicy food. This goes great with a salad and some garlic bread, if desired.
By YAKUTA

Spicy Steamed Shrimp

Rating: 4.64 stars
50
Messy, but worth the extra napkins!
By Wendi

Chicken Fiesta Salad

Rating: 4.64 stars
459
This is an attractive and zesty all in one dish. It's full of veggies and chicken, and loaded with flavor. A quick fix for a long day. If desired, top with shredded cheese and tortilla chips.
By ANGL8277

Black-Eyed Pea Gumbo

Rating: 4.44 stars
432
A winter time favorite at our house. We always have it for New Year's Day while we watch football! Serve with a tossed salad and corn bread.
By Lynn Blackwelder Patterson

Black Beans and Rice

Rating: 4.34 stars
910
The perfect meal! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.
By Daisy

Reduced Fat French Toast

Rating: 4.09 stars
17
This is an easy variation on the basic French toast recipe, except it uses reduced fat substitutes! Serve with fruit or sugar-free maple syrup.
By Jen
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Inspiration and Ideas

Zucchini with Mushroom Stuffing

Zucchini with Mushroom Stuffing
"Easy to make and fantastic!" – Angela Gertschitz
Yakisoba Chicken

Yakisoba Chicken
"Delicious! We added half a red pepper, snap peas, a little fresh ginger, and some red pepper flakes. Loved the spice!" – Cookiebeast
Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers

Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burgers
11 Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Will Love

11 Diabetes-Friendly Dinner Recipes the Whole Family Will Love
Bahamian Baked Grouper

Bahamian Baked Grouper
Rating: Unrated
12
Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats

Slow Cooker Pumpkin Steel Cut Oats
Rating: Unrated
70

Chicken Pasta I

Rating: 4.21 stars
82

A wonderful change in light eating with pasta, chicken and vegetables. It is very low in fat and calories, but tastes delicious. Use your favorite pasta - we use mostaccioli pasta. Add some of your favorite veggies, if desired.

More Diabetic Main Dish Recipes

Lentil Rice and Veggie Bake

Rating: 4.2 stars
135
This delicious vegan recipe can be quickly thrown together from things you probably already have in the kitchen.
By AMEZELL
Sponsored By MyPlate

Quinoa Porridge

Rating: 4.2 stars
69
Looking for ideas for the quinoa you picked up at Trader Joe's? Here's a dairy and wheat free breakfast porridge thick, rich and delish for those cold mornings in the Andes. Those with nut allergies may wish to substitute soymilk or regular cow's milk for the almond. Adjust sugar to your taste or substitute with agave syrup or black strap molasses (use half as much). This recipe can easily be doubled.
By Six Pack To Go

Zucchini with Chickpea and Mushroom Stuffing

Rating: 4.18 stars
134
A great vegetable dish that can be used as a centerpiece or as a side. Can be lovely when served with tomato based sauce and a green vegetable, or I have even had them with traditional roasted vegetables at Christmas.
By jackie

Jicama Tortillas

Rating: 3 stars
1
Delicious low-carb tortillas for tacos and enchiladas made with jicama. You can eat them raw for a crispy texture or steam them if you like a softer tortilla. These are grain-free tortillas that are keto and vegan friendly.
By gem

Cabbage and Rice

Rating: 3.86 stars
35
This is a nice side dish or a vegetarian entree. Our favorite with this dish is a nice ham steak. Enjoy!
By Amy

Farikal

Rating: 4.53 stars
14
This is a popular meat dish from Southern Norway. Lamb and cabbage are layered and stewed with peppercorns. Serve with boiled potatoes that have been sprinkled with parsley.
By KATHYANN9

Slow Cooker Cinnamon Apple Steel Cut Oats

Rating: 3.74 stars
89
Another yummy way to eat oatmeal. The house smells wonderful while this is cooking.
By DebbieKat

Sugar-Free and Dairy-Free Slow Cooker Steel-Cut Oatmeal

Rating: 4.14 stars
22
I am making an effort to eliminate refined sugar. This recipe has replaced the packs of overly-sweetened instant oatmeal I ate, thinking that it was healthy. Now, I make this every Sunday and take it to work for the rest of the week. At less than 100 calories per serving, it feels hearty but keeps me on track.
By Shannon Felgner

Poached Tuna Steaks

Rating: 3.75 stars
9
Tasty albacore tuna steaks are poached in an aromatic broth. Serve with couscous.
By MOTTS

Simple Mexican Quinoa

Rating: 3.8 stars
3
This is my new favorite quinoa dish. It is super simple.
By eaforsythe

Slow Cooker Root Vegetable Tagine

Rating: 3.57 stars
42
This is a subtly spiced, super easy slow cooker meal. A good introduction to Moroccan food. Serve with couscous.
By OSCARMAMA

Millet-Stuffed Peppers

Rating: 4.3 stars
23
Millet, black beans and tomatoes are stuffed into pepper shells, and then baked in the microwave oven. These vegetarian stuffed peppers are easy to make and are also gluten free!
By SUSANK29

Red Lentil Burgers

Rating: 3.83 stars
6
Red lentils are my favorite. I was craving something lentil-y and found a recipe that was just what i wanted after I changed it up a little. I topped them with cherry tomatoes and garlic sprouts. I will totally make this again, it was so amazing!
By collegecook

Stuffed Mirlitons (Chayote Squash) Casserole

Rating: 5 stars
3
This is a New Orleans-style casserole. It is similar to stuffed green peppers. It is mixed with crabmeat, shrimp, and seasonings of your choice.
By Marty Adams

Spicy Pasta

Rating: 4.03 stars
29
This is a fiery but quick and easy to make pasta dish. For a milder flavor, simply leave out the chiles.
By DONNALOVESCHEESE

Egyptian Wheat Porridge (Belila)

This is a very nutritious breakfast that is similar to porridge or breakfast cereal. It is a favorite Egyptian meal for kids as well as adults. This is comfort food for me at any time during the day when my sweet tooth is calling. Yum! Store the cooked wheat berries, undrained, in the fridge. Whenever you need to serve, just heat the amount you desire and add the hot milk to it.
By annooj

Oven Baked Tempeh

Rating: 4.21 stars
20
This dish tastes like baked chicken and vegetables. So great that I tricked my uncle that it was REALLY meat!
By Anonymous
Sponsored By MyPlate

Slow Cooker Chocolate Banana Steel Cut Oats

Rating: 2.7 stars
20
Just another way for oatmeal to be enjoyed! Makes plenty of leftovers to freeze for later.
By DebbieKat

Apple Pie Oatmeal Breakfast

Rating: 3.55 stars
9
A hearty, filling breakfast. Keeps in the fridge for several days.
By DasNerdherder

Pasta with Grilled Shrimp and Pineapple Salsa

Rating: 4.08 stars
12
Refreshing and citrusy! Preparation Time: 20 minutes. This recipe is from The WEBB Cooks, articles and recipes by Robyn Webb, courtesy of the American Diabetes Association.
By Robyn Webb

Low-Carb Jicama Tostadas

Crunchy grain-free tostadas made of jicama. Top them with chicken tinga, ceviche, shrimp, or veggies. Low in calories and keto friendly. Use immediately or store for up to a week in a resealable plastic bag in the refrigerator.
By gem

Bow-Tie Pasta With Red Pepper Sauce

Rating: 3.86 stars
48
You can make this dish anytime of the year, but it is especially good in the Spring with garden fresh peas and parsley. Simple, yet very tasty!
By Rina

Rebecca's Instant Cinnamon Oatmeal

Rating: 4.5 stars
2
An easy way to make individual instant oatmeal packets for a fast and hearty breakfast. The kids love to help! Add raisins, honey, or fruit as toppings if you like! My family of 7 will triple the recipe and put all the filled baggies into a gallon size resealable for storage. All the kids have to do in the morning is add water and any extra toppings and then microwave.
By Gail Thacker

Apple and Sausage Stuffed Acorn Squash

Rating: 4.36 stars
11
When I think of fall, I think of squash. And although I came up with this recipe in the middle of summer, it's definitely a keeper! Definitely will be making this again. Would be a great side dish for Thanksgiving. Drizzle with maple syrup and enjoy!
By Chez Christine
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