4 servings
Left over veggies, cut into 2-inch pieces (asparagus, carrots, shallots, onions, etc.)
Kosher salt
1 pound assorted wild mushrooms (such as chanterelle, oyster, and shiitake)
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 1/4 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts (or leftover turkey) cut into 1/2 inch strips
A pinch of cayenne pepper
1/3 cup dry white wine or dry vermouth
1/4 cup heavy cream or whole milk
Freshly ground black pepper
Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in skillet. Add shallot and garlic and sauté until just tender, about 2 minutes. Add meat; season with salt and sprinkle with cayenne pepper. Sauté at a low temp, since the meat is already cooked, about 1 minute. Add wine and cream; simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes. Add veggies skillet and toss until coated. Season to taste with salt and black pepper.
About the Author:
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Michael Stack is the founder & CEO of Applied Fitness Solutions and Frontline Fitness Pros. He is a faculty lecturer for the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology. He is also the creator and the host of the Wellness Paradox Podcast, produced in conjunction with University of Michigan.
Michael is an exercise physiologist by training and a health entrepreneur, health educator, and fitness industry advocate by trade. He is dedicated to enhancing the standard of practice of, and advocating for, fitness and wellness professionals to ensure they become an essential constituent in the healthcare delivery system.
With a career spanning over three decades in fitness, health, and wellness Michael has a deep knowledge of exercise physiology, health/wellness coaching, lifestyle interventions to mitigate chronic disease and leadership. He is credentialed through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) as an Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP), Exercise is Medicine practitioner (ASCM-EIM), and a Physical Activity in Public Health Specialist (ACSM-PAPHS). Michael is a National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS), and a CDC Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) Lifestyle Coach.
Michael received his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology in 2004 and is currently a Master’s of Public Health (MPH) candidate at University of Michigan, with a specific concentration in health behavior and health education.
Michael is a board of directors’ member for the Physical Activity Alliance and Michigan Fitness Clubs Association. He sits on the University of Michigan’s School of Kinesiology Alumni Board of Governors. Michael is an expert curriculum reviewer for the American College of Lifestyle Medicine. Finally, he is a member of the executive leadership team for American Heart Association’s Heart Walk.
Michael lectures nationally for several health/fitness certification and continuing educations, including; IHRSA, the Medical Fitness Association, the National Strength & Conditioning Association, and SCW Fitness.