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Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe

Add to ❤ Favorites Hot zesty Greek Chicken Souvlaki Recipe with creamy Tzatziki Sauce for dipping! Ingredients for 8-10 servings For the Chicken Souvlaki: 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts 3 juicy lemons 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons dried oregano Salt and pepper Garnishes: parsley and crushed red pepper Wooden skewers For the Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup plain greek yogurt (low fat) 1 cup shredded cucumber Zest on 1 lemon + 1 tablespoon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill 1 garlic clove, minced Read the Instructions here  

Cajun Shrimp and Grits

Add to ❤ Favorites Cajun Shrimp and Grits is perfect for brunch or a date night in. Spicy shrimp on top of cheesy grits with a little bacon thrown in – and it’s all ready in less than 30 minutes! Ingredients for 4 servings 1 pound shrimp, peeled and deveined 1 1/2 teaspoons cajun seasoning 4 slices bacon, diced 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon butter For the grits: 1 cup milk 2 cups water 1/4 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup quick-cooking grits 4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded 1/2 cup green onions, sliced Read the Instructions here  

Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms Lemon and Herbs

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 8 servings 7 tablespoons butter, divided 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided 1 cup shallots, sliced into half circles 12-ounce package Cremini (baby bella) mushrooms, sliced Zest of half a lemon, plus more for garnish 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 ½ pounds skinless boneless chicken thighs 1 teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 teaspoon dry crushed rosemary ½ teaspoon garlic powder ¼ cup vermouth (or other dry white wine) 1 cup chicken stock ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced plus more for garnish Read the Instructions here  

Baked Chicken Wings with Creamy Green Sauce

Add to ❤ Favorites Baked Chicken Wings with Creamy Green Sauce – get the taste of Peru with these super easy chicken wing. Tons of seasoning and a creamy cilantro lime sauce! Ingredients for 6 servings Marinade 1/3 cup soy sauce 2 Tbls lime juice 2 Tbls white wine vinegar 5 cloves garlic minced 1 Tbls olive oil 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp sugar 1 tsp paprika 1 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp oregano 3 pounds chicken wings Creamy Green Sauce 1 jalapeno finely chopped 1 cup cilantro 2 cloves garlic minced 1/2 cup mayo 1/4 cup Greek yogurt 2 Tbls vegetable oil 1 Tbls lime juice 1 tsp red wine vinegar 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper Read the Instructions here  

Veggie Grain-free Paleo Falafels

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4-6 servings 1 cup (160 g) onion, roughly chopped ½ cup (8 g) fresh cilantro ½ cup (30 g) fresh parsley 4 garlic cloves 2 cups (200 g) cauliflower, cut into florets 1 zucchini, roughly chopped Zest of 1 lemon 2 teaspoon cumin ¼ teaspoon chili powder ½ teaspoon turmeric ½ cup (48 g) almond flour 1 egg, beaten Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Coconut oil, melted Vegetable oil to pan fry Read the Instructions here  

One Pot Bacon Broccoli Mac and Cheese

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 4 servings ½ lb. frozen broccoli florets 4oz. bacon 8oz. medium cheddar ½ lb. pasta 1 cup evaporated milk ½ tsp smoked paprika ½ tsp hot sauce ½ tsp Dijon mustard ¼ tsp salt Read the Instructions here  

Chicken Florentine Pasta Bake

Add to ❤ Favorites This hearty meal takes your favorite comfort food to the next level and is done in 30 minutes. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 pound penne pasta 10 ounces fresh baby spinach 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in olive oil, drained and chopped 4 tablespoons olive, divided 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 4 garlic cloves, minced 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 cup white vermouth or dry white wine 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/ 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Fresh ground nutmeg Kosher salt Fresh cracked black pepper 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs 2 tablespoons flat leaf parsley, chopped Read the Instructions here  

Pollo Saltado (Chicken Stir Fry)

Add to ❤ Favorites The veggies are crisp and delicious, the chicken juicy and flavorful, and the fresh cilantro just adds that little something extra that makes it oh so good. Ingredients for 4 servings 2 Tbs olive oil 1 lb chicken breast cut into 1 inch strips Salt and pepper 1 Tbs minced garlic 1 tsp aji­ amarillo paste 1 Tbs white vinegar 2 Tbs red wine vinegar 2 Tbs soy sauce 2 roma tomatoes, sliced and deseeded 1/2 a yellow bell pepper 1/2 cup sliced red onion 1/2 cup chopped cilantro 1 lb frozen french fries, cooked according to package directions 2 cups cooked white rice Read the Instructions here  

Broiled Salmon With Chili-Lime Mayonnaise

Add to ❤ Favorites This recipe coats the fish in a thin layer of flavorful mayonnaise seasoned with harissa chili paste and fresh lime, and works with either individual portions of fish or a large party-size fillet. Ingredients for 4-6 servings 1 cup mayonnaise (235ml) 2 tablespoons harissa chili paste (30ml), plus more if desired Finely grated zest of 2 limes plus 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice (10ml) 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander seed 2 pounds boneless center-cut salmon fillet (900g), with or without skin and either whole or divided into individual portions (see note) Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Read the Instructions here  

Chicken Tikka Masala

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 6 servings FOR THE CHICKEN: 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 1/2 teaspoon (or more) cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon salt 6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 cup Greek Yogurt (not fat free – I used 2% Fage) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 medium garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon fresh grated ginger FOR THE MASALA SAUCE: 3 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil 1 large onion, diced 3 medium garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons fresh grated ginger 1 fresh Serrano chili (ribs and seed removed) minced 1 tablespoon tomato paste 1 tablespoon garam masala 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes 2 teaspoons sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped plus extra for garnish Read the Instructions here  

Beef Burrito Rice Skillet

Add to ❤ Favorites This easy, delicious rice skillet filled with burrito ingredients is sure to be a hit at your next fiesta or weeknight dinner. Ingredients for 4 servings 1 lb lean ground beef 1 small onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp chili powder 1 tsp ground cumin 1 cup long grain white rice 2 cups beef or chicken broth 1 14.5oz can RO*TEL, drained 1 15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed 1 cup shredded Mexican blend cheese Salt and pepper, to taste Topping options: sour cream, chopped cilantro, avocado. sliced jalapenos Read the Instructions here  

Pasta Pizza Casserole

Add to ❤ Favorites Ingredients for 6 servings 14 ounce small pasta shells 1 pound italian turkey meat 1 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 small onion, diced 1/2 red and green bell pepper, diced 1 tablespoon garlic 2/3 cup canned petite diced italian tomatoes 28 ounce jar spaghetti sauce 4-6 oz basil 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella 4 – 6 oz pepperoni garnish: basil Read the Instructions here