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This Chicken Parmesan Pasta recipe uses only 6 ingredients and is made in ONE PAN! It’s our go-to easy dinner whenever we crave comfort food. A delicious chicken and pasta dish that everyone in the family will love! Why You’ll Love It This dish, often called Chicken Marinara Pasta, is not only tasty but also easy and affordable. Plus, it’s incredibly addictive! The Cheese Factor: I have a serious love for stretchy cheese (and don’t worry, Pat knows!). For comfort food to be a favorite in our house, it must have gooey cheese, be simple to prepare, and pair well ... Read more

These Barbecue Little Smokies are the easiest appetizer you can make! They require no prep and only two ingredients, taking just seconds to assemble. There’s something incredibly addictive about Little Smokies cooked in Sweet Baby Ray’s Barbecue Sauce. Once you start eating them, it’s hard to stop at just one—more like a dozen! The best part? You can whip up a batch in minutes whenever the craving hits. I recommend making a big batch to share. Sweet Baby Ray’s is my go-to barbecue sauce (as mentioned in previous posts). If you have a favorite barbecue sauce, feel free to let ... Read more

Chipotle Sofritas Recipe (Copycat) Shredded tofu braised in spices, making a great vegan option for burritos, tacos, and salads, this Chipotle Sofritas recipe tastes just like the original! This recipe is surprisingly delicious, even for meat-eaters! Seriously. If you took a bite right now, you’d be pleasantly surprised and think, “Wow, this actually tastes really good!” I’ve seen it happen countless times! One reason I’m sharing this Chipotle Sofritas recipe is that I have a Type-A personality and want to complete my project of sharing all Chipotle copycat recipes. The second reason is that vegan Chipotle Sofritas is delicious, whether ... Read more

Chopped Caprese Salad is a simple and delicious side dish for any BBQ! It’s simple, delicious, and healthy, made with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and balsamic vinegar. A family favorite! I’m a bit embarrassed to admit how often our dinners consist of tomatoes, basil, and fresh mozzarella. Some of our favorite dishes include Stuffed Caprese Chicken Sandwich, White Chicken Caprese Lasagna, and Cheesy Caprese Dip! My partner Pat and I both love this flavor combination, and our evenings are usually quite simple. You’d think a food blogger cooks every night, but I enjoy the simple things, and this super easy Chopped ... Read more

Creamy White Chicken Chili Recipe with Cream Cheese is the ultimate comfort food! This is the best white chicken chili recipe out there—loaded with delicious ingredients and perfect for a cool night. We top ours with avocado, jalapeños, sour cream, and more. It’s the BEST CHILI RECIPE EVER ! This Creamy White Chicken Chili blew me away! It’s the only white chicken chili you’ll ever need. As someone who cooks a lot, it takes a lot to get me excited about a new recipe. It’s super easy (just how I like my recipes) and can be ready in about 30 ... Read more

This Easy White Queso Dip Recipe (Easy Queso Blanco) is our favorite queso recipe ever! It creates a creamy dip that tastes just like the queso at your favorite Mexican restaurant. If you want to know how to make queso dip on the stove, this recipe is for you! No Velveeta—just quality cheese and ingredients melted together and ready for dipping. White Queso Dip – Restaurant Style Easy Queso Blanco Recipe White queso dip is a dream come true. A great salsa or queso dip can be life-changing. I’ve searched for the perfect queso recipe for years, and this one ... Read more

Homemade Crockpot Meatballs are covered in a sweet and tangy sauce made from grape jelly and chili sauce. Double this recipe—these meatballs will disappear quickly! Crockpot meatballs are always a great choice. These small but hearty bites can be the highlight of any buffet or party. With meatballs on the menu, you might not even need traditional entrees. People LOVE crockpot meatballs. They come back for seconds and fill up on them. Especially crockpot appetizer meatballs in grape jelly sauce! The mix of grape jelly and chili sauce is almost legendary in the Midwest. If you’ve never tried them, you’re ... Read more

Rotisserie Chicken Recipe Once you learn to make rotisserie chicken at home, with crispy skin and juicy meat, you’ll never want to buy one from the store again! Leftover rotisserie chicken can be used in all sorts of delicious dishes like Chinese chicken salad with tasty Asian salad dressing, chicken quinoa soup, or chicken salad. You can find more chicken recipes here. To bird, or not to bird? That is the question! Grocery store rotisserie chicken can be hit or miss. When it’s good, it’s great. But when it’s old or dried out, it just sits in the fridge. How ... Read more

These turkey meatballs are healthy, full of flavor, and juicy, with a mix of fresh and dried herbs that give them a delicious Italian taste. Try your ground turkey in my favorite turkey tacos or turkey chili, or check out my homemade rotisserie chicken recipe or copycat Chipotle Chicken, a reader favorite! These meatballs are good for you and freeze well, so you can reheat them quickly – and you can decide if you want to add sauce or not! What are the benefits of eating Turkey Meatballs? Turkey is a great source of protein, low in fat, and packed ... Read more