Sheet Pan Sesame Chicken & Veggies

Sheet Pan Sesame Chicken & Veggies

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces 1 large head of broccoli, chopped (about 2 cups) 2 medium red bell peppers, cut into chunks 1 cup snap peas 1/2 cup sliced carrots Salt and pepper, to taste Sesame seeds Green onions, sliced in 1/2 inch pieces Sauce: 1/2 cup lower-sodium soy sauce 2 Tbsp sweet chili sauce 4 Tbsp honey 4 cloves…Continue Reading

Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad

Citrus Shrimp and Avocado Salad

For the shrimp: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/1 cup fresh orange juice (about 1 orange) Juice from 1 large lemon 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tsp finely chopped red onion 1 tsp chopped fresh parsley Pinch red pepper flakes Freshly ground black pepper and kosher salt 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined In a…Continue Reading

Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Dip

Chicken Philly Cheesesteak Dip

1 large chicken breast, cut in half lengthwise, then cut into thin strips 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt black pepper to taste 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder cooking spray 1 cup diced onion 1 cup diced green pepper 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup light mayonnaise 1/2 cup light sour cream 4 oz light cream cheese, softened…Continue Reading

Blueberry Peach Tart with Vanilla Glaze

Blueberry Peach Tart with Vanilla Glaze

1 sheet of puffed pastry, thawed for 20 minutes 1 large egg 1 tablespoon water 3 large peaches, peeled, pitted, and thinly sliced 1 1/2 cups fresh blueberries 1/4 cup granulated sugar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon cornstarch For the Vanilla Glaze: 1 cup of confectioners’ sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2…Continue Reading

Scalloped Potato Beef Roll

Scalloped Potato Beef Roll

4-6 potatoes, peeled 2 cups grated parmesan cheese, divided 3 teaspoons salt, divided 1 tsp garlic powder 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 sweet onion, diced 1 lb ground beef 14 ½ oz diced tomato, 1 can, drained 4 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped, divided 1 teaspoon paprika ½ teaspoon pepper 6 cups spinach 2 cloves…Continue Reading

Easy Overnight Oats

Easy Overnight Oats

1/2 cup rolled old fashioned oats (do not recommend using instant oats) 1/2 cup milk 1/4 cup non-fat, plain greek yogurt 1 tbsp chia seeds 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup 1/4 tsp vanilla extract Place all ingredients in glass container (8 oz Mason jar is perfect) and mix until well combined. Cover tightly and…Continue Reading

Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa

Slow Cooker Beef Barbacoa

3 to 4 pounds chuck roast, cut into 6 to 8 chunks olive oil 1/4 cup red wine 1 large yellow onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 can (4-ounces) green chilies 2 chipotles in adobo, diced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon dried oregano salt pepper ½ cup beef broth 2 tablespoons apple cider…Continue Reading

Bacon Jalapeno Twice-Baked Potatoes

Bacon Jalapeno Twice-Baked Potatoes

3 large russet potatoes 2 tablespoons olive oil 1/2 cup butter, melted 1/4 cup milk, warm 8 oz cream cheese , at room temperature 3 jalapenos , keep 12 thin slices, the rest finely diced 8 pieces cooked bacon chopped 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, plus more for garnish Kosher salt/pepper garlic powder sour cream…Continue Reading

Honey Apricot Chicken and Asparagus

Honey Apricot Chicken and Asparagus

4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 2 lbs. total) ¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice ¼ cup apricot preserves 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon soy sauce ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste ¼ teaspoon pepper 1 bunch, woody ends removed Preheat oven 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and coat with non-stick cooking spray. Place chicken breasts in the center of the prepared baking sheet. Season with…Continue Reading

Baked Shrimp Oreganata

Baked Shrimp Oreganata

2 pounds jumbo shrimp (10 – 12 per pound (about 20)) 2 tablespoons dry white wine 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes 3 tablespoons whole wheat bread crumbs 2 tablespoons fresh minced parsley 1 1/2 tablespoons grated Pecorino Romano cheese 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil fresh lemon wedges Preheat the oven to 450F, line a sheet pan with aluminum foil and spray…Continue Reading