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Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken with Root Vegetables

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings 12 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 12 ounces red potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch pieces 8 shallots, peeled and halved lengthwise (I only used 6) 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 2-inch lengths, thick ends halved lengthwise 6 garlic cloves, peeled 1 Tbsp vegetable oil 4 tsp minced fresh thyme or 1 1/2 tsp dried, divided 2 tsp minced fresh rosemary or 3/4 tsp dried, divided 1 tsp sugar (I omitted this) Salt and pepper 2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted 3 1/2 lbs bone-inch chicken pieces (2 split breasts cut in half crosswise, 2 drumsticks, and 2 thighs), trimmed* Read the Instructions here  

Easy Chicken and Rice Soup

Add to ❤ Favorites The perfect soup for a cold day or if you have a cold! It also makes a great weeknight meal. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 medium yellow onion, chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 medium carrots, chopped 2 celery ribs, cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices 4 fresh thyme sprigs 1 bay leaf 2 quarts chicken stock or broth (we use low sodium) 1 cup of water 1 cup long grain white rice 2 cups shredded cooked chicken (can use rotisserie chicken) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste Read the Instructions here  

Mini Heart Shaped Supreme Pizzas

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 10 mini pizzas 1 pkg homemade or store bought pizza dough 1 tbsp olive oil 1/2 lb ground chicken sausage 1/3 cup diced green pepper 1/3 cup diced shallot 1/2 cup baby bella mushrooms 1 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup favorite pizza sauce Fresh basil, for garnish salt and pepper to taste Read the Instructions here  

Mozzarella Chicken Marinara Recipe

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 3 servings 3 chicken breasts 3 slices Mozzarella cheese (I like fresh Mozzarella) Fresh basil leaves 1 jar Dellalo Marinara Sauce 1 sweet onion, sliced 2 Tbsp. butter 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp dried thyme Read the Instructions here  

Easy Pesto Shrimp Tortellini Salad

Add to ❤ Favorites Just 4 main ingredients in only 20 minutes – the perfect quick + easy dinner! Ingredients for 3-4 servings 1 pound raw shrimp, peeled and deveined (thawed and patted dry if frozen) 1 tablespoon olive oil Pinch of garlic salt, oregano, paprika and pepper 1 (20 oz.) package refrigerated cheese tortellini (I used Buitoni) 1 (7 oz.) package refrigerated basil pesto (I used Buitoni Basil Pesto Sauce) 2 cups halved or quartered grape tomatoes fresh parsley for garnish, if desired Read the Instructions here  

Classic Chicken Fajitas

Add to ❤ Favorites These Classic Chicken Fajitas are just that. Chicken fajitas full of flavor, perfectly seasoned, easy, and just what you want when you’re craving fajitas – no funky stuff. Ingredients for 6 servings 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided 2 tablespoons lime or lemon juice 1-1/2 teaspoons seasoned salt 1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano 1-1/2 teaspoons ground cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder ½ teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into thin strips ½ medium sweet red pepper, julienned ½ medium green pepper, julienned 4 green onions, thinly sliced ½ cup chopped onion 6 flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed Shredded cheddar cheese, taco sauce, salsa, guacamole and sour cream Read the Instructions here  

Nutella Banana Bread

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for a 9 x 5-inch loaf pan 4 tablespoons Nutella or other chocolate hazelnut spread 3 tablespoons plus ½ teaspoon vegetable oil; divided 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temp ½ cup packed brown sugar 2 medium ripe bananas, sliced or broken into pieces 2 large eggs 1 ½ cups White Lily All-Purpose Flour ¾ teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¼ cup heavy cream Read the Instructions here  

Chicken Taco Rice Skillet

Add to ❤ Favorites This Chicken Taco Rice Skillet makes the perfect flavor packed weeknight dinner! Ingredients for 6 servings 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 cup finely chopped white onion 1 tablespoon minced garlic 5 boneless skinless chicken thighs 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 packet Old El Paso Chicken Taco Seasoning, divided 2 cups dry rice, white or brown 1 cup black beans 1 cup sweet corn 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves Read the Instructions here  

Easy Homemade Granola

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 12 servings 3 cups old-fashioned oats 1 1/2 cups chopped nuts (See Kelly’s Note) 1/2 cup honey 1/3 cup vegetable oil 2 large egg whites 2 Tablespoons packed light brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins Read the Instructions here  

Almond-Crusted Chicken Piccata

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings 1 pound boneless chicken breasts or chicken thighs Salt Pepper 1 large egg 1 1/2 cup almond flour or almond meal Olive oil 1 tablespoon ghee 1/4 cup chicken stock 1/4 yellow onion, minced Pinch of crushed red pepper 3 tablespoons minced Italian parsley + more as garnish 2 tablespoons capers Juice from 1 lemon + 1 lemon for serving Read the Instructions here  

Chocolate Chip Banana Cake with Peanut Butter Frosting

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 15-20 pieces For the Banana Chocolate Chip Cake 1 and ½ cup brown bananas, mashed very well (you’ll need 3-4 bananas) 2 and ¾ cup all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon baking powder ½ teaspoon salt ¾ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1 cup granulated sugar ½ cup packed brown sugar 3 large eggs, room temperature 2 teaspoons vanilla ½ cup sour cream, room temperature 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature* 1 cup mini chocolate chips For the Peanut Butter Frosting ½ cup unsalted butter, softened to room temperature 1 cup smooth peanut butter (not natural, homemade or whipped) 2 cups powdered sugar, sifted 3-4 tablespoons milk or cream For the Decorations ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips 10-12 Miniature Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, cut into pieces Handful of mini chocolate chips Read the Instructions here  

Red Pepper Cheddar Green Olive Dip

Add to ❤ Favorites When pantry staples combine to create a scrumptious, cheesy, tangy dip for both crackers and crostini. Ingredients 1-6 oz can Lindsay Naturals Green Olives; drained 5 oz red peppers (7 oz jar; drained) 1 clove garlic 1-8 oz brick of cream cheese; room temp 1/2 cup Greek yogurt 1/4 tsp black pepper 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Read the Instructions here