Chicken Artichoke Spinach Puree
Chicken Artichoke Spinach Puree
This Chicken Artichoke Spinach Buree is a fantastic introduction of flavor and texture on your pureed or soft bariatric phase of the diet after weight loss surgery. I’m excited for you to get to try something new and exciting! Happy “back to eating!” Now let’s review a few things as you start eating again…(and take a look at the Pureed Diet Meal Plan for FoodCoach.Me Members!!)
Reminder – every program progresses the diet differently. Review your nutrition information to determine at what stage you can enjoy this recipe!
During this stage, itÂ’s absolutely essential to take TINY bites (think the size of your pinkie fingernail) and pause in between each bite.
Sure, itÂ’s important to chew well, but in my opinion, too much emphasis gets put on chewing and not about the amount of food you are swallowing at once. Really invest the time in learning tiny bites.
In between each bite, ask yourself how you feel. Are you satisfied? Do you need another bite? Where do you feel most comfortable? Take notes. Not just so you can track protein if your program requires that (mine doesnÂ’t) but so that you can learn where your natural portion size is and to track if you have any adverse reactions.
Your portions will slowly grow with time as healing continues and inflammation goes down. ThatÂ’s a good thingÂ…donÂ’t worry!
Remember, you cannot drink while you eat and for 30-60 minutes afterward (depending on your program) so while FLAVOR is important, make sure itÂ’s not so flavorful that you need to drink water.Â
Another note – as you transition from pureed foods to the soft foods and then to solids, you will start to hit your stopping point FASTER. The more solid the texture, the faster you will fill up. Practice that mindful eating and ask yourself where you are at instead of just looking at the bowl to tell you when you stop.
Don’t forget to check out these 28 other Recipes for the Pureed & Soft Diet Phases! You can do this!!!
Chicken Artichoke Spinach Puree
Ingredients
- 4 oz canned artichoke hearts, drained and rinsed
- 3 oz canned chicken, drained
- 1/2 cup fresh baby spinach
- 2 tbsp fat free mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp 2% shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 ounces fat free cream cheese
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Add all ingredients except mozzarella cheese to a blender. Blend on high, stirring as needed to incorporate ingredients until smooth.
- Move to a small baking dish or ramekins. Move to oven and bake 15-20 minutes or until looks set. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and bake 2-3 minutes more. Let cool and serve.