Cajun Chicken Pasta is an easy way to get a creamy, flavorful pasta dinner on the table with a little extra protein. Tender Cajun-seasoned chicken and rotini are tossed in a simple sauce made with cottage cheese, Greek yogurt and Parmesan for plenty of creaminess without feeling too heavy. It comes together quickly and has…
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Street Corn Chicken Bowls
Servings: 4–6 Ingredients 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp seasoned salt ½ tsp cumin ¼ tsp black pepper For the Bowls 4 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice) 2 cups corn kernels (fresh,…
Loaded Burger Bowls
Servings: 4–6 Ingredients 1½ lbs lean ground beef 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp seasoned salt ½ tsp garlic powder ½ tsp onion powder ¼ tsp black pepper 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce 2 cups roasted potatoes (or frozen fries, cooked and chopped) 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup dill pickle slices, chopped ½ cup…
Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls
Loaded Fiesta Potato Bowls are an easy way to turn simple ingredients into a filling, flavorful dinner. Crispy roasted potatoes are piled with seasoned ground beef, black beans, corn, fresh tomato, avocado and plenty of shredded cheese, then finished with salsa and sour cream. I love meals like this because everyone can build their bowl…
Beef Patty Melts
Ingredients 1 lb ground beef (make 4 patties) 1 onion, thinly sliced 8 slices bread (rye or sandwich bread) 8 slices provolone or Swiss cheese 2 tbsp butter 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce Salt, pepper Instructions Form 4 beef patties, season with salt + pepper, cook until done. In skillet, sauté onions with Worcestershire until caramelized….
Easy Baked Fish Tacos
These easy fish tacos are made with flaky baked fish, crisp cabbage, fresh pico de gallo, and a creamy homemade taco sauce. They’re fresh, flavorful, and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Servings: 4-6Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 20–25 minutes Ingredients: For the Fish 2 lbs tilapia or rainbow trout fillets 2 tbsp butter, melted 1 tbsp olive…
Catalina Taco Salad
Ingredients 1 lb ground beef 1 packet taco seasoning 1 head iceberg lettuce, chopped Chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 heart or 2–3 cups) 2–3 tomatoes, chopped 1 can ranch style beans, drained if desired Fritos, to taste Catalina dressing, to taste Shredded cheddar cheese, to taste Preparation Brown ground beef in a large skillet over…
Easy Homemade Salsa
3-4 cloves garlic 1 small bunch cilantro 1/2-3/4 c chopped white onion Juice of 1 lime 1- 10 oz can Rotel Mexican style with lime & cilantro (original Rotel will work also) 1- 14.5 oz can petite diced tomatoes drained 8-10 slices pickled jalapeños or 1 fresh chopped jalapeño Garlic salt, cayenne & lemon pepper…
Chipotle Chicken Tacos
For marinade/consomé: •4-6 chipotle peppers in adobo, chopped •1 can rotel •1/4 c olive oil (add more if needed) •3 tsp cumin •2 tsp smoked paprika •2 tsp garlic salt •2 tbsp chili powder •2 tbsp minced garlic •1 tbsp onion powder •1 tsp lemon pepper •1/2 tsp ground cloves •1/2 c fresh lime juice…
Pesto Chicken Bake
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs thin boneless skinless chicken breast Garlic powder to taste Seasoned salt to taste Black pepper to taste 2 small jars basil pesto Shredded or sliced mozzarella, provolone or Italian blend cheese Preparation: Preheat oven to 375. Place chicken in 9×13 baking dish coated with nonstick spray. Season chicken with garlic powder, seasoned…
