Slow Cooker Creamy Pesto Chicken and Pasta

Description Super-creamy and flavorful from pesto and grated Parmesan cheese, this chicken and pasta dish is made in a slow cooker and perfectly rich. Ingredients 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts 2 cups chicken broth 2 cups water, or as needed salt and pepper to taste 1 (8 ounce) jar pesto 2 cups heavy whipping … Read more

Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Casserole

Description This chicken and mushroom casserole has a creamy sauce that uses a can of cream of mushroom soup–but a lot more, less fatty, ingredients. Ingredients 1 (13.25 ounce) package whole grain rotini pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 ribs celery, diced 1 small onion, diced ½ red bell pepper, diced 1 (10 ounce) package … Read more

Hawaiian Mochiko Chicken

Description This mochiko chicken is my daughter’s favorite thing in the whole wide world. If you have never eaten mochiko chicken then you don’t know what you been missing. This is a staple in many potlucks, tailgating and family gatherings. Mochiko is a Japanese sweet flour that makes a light batter. I make this for … Read more

Slow Cooker Chicken Pot Pie

Description This thick, hearty chicken and veggie slow cooker pot pie eats like a meal, filled with onion, carrots, celery, and peas. Serve each bowl topped with a biscuit. Ingredients 2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup 1 ½ cups chopped carrots 1 ½ cups chopped celery 1 yellow onion, chopped 1 cup chicken stock … Read more

Low-Fat Ground Turkey Pasta

Description We make this low-fat ground turkey pasta recipe about once a week; it is really easy, low fat, and the cinnamon and cumin give the turkey a great flavor! Ingredients 1 (16 ounce) package rotini pasta (such as Ronzoni® Healthy Harvest®) 1 pound ground turkey ½ cup chopped onion 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon … Read more

Autumn Sweet Potato Shepherd’s Pie

Description I’ve been making variations of this shepherd’s pie recipe for over 10 years, and it’s still a requested favorite! Ingredients 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 pounds ground turkey 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped green bell pepper 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 teaspoon dried oregano … Read more

Green Chile Chicken Casserole

Description I love the flavor of green enchiladas, but sometimes I don’t love rolling all the tortillas, lol! Here is a casserole that gives that great, tangy flavor, but in much less time. Garnish with sour cream, if you like. Mexican rice and borracho beans are great sides for this Tex-Mex family meal. Ingredients 1 … Read more

Chicken and Dumplings Casserole

Description This chicken and dumplings casserole is comfort food at its best. Ingredients 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into small pieces 1 cup sliced carrot ½ cup sliced celery 1 cube chicken bouillon, or more to taste ⅓ cup butter ½ cup chopped onion 2 teaspoons minced garlic ⅓ cup all-purpose flour ½ … Read more

Sheet Pan Harissa Chicken Dinner

Description Spice up chicken dinners with a touch of harissa. The North African red pepper sauce adds depth and kick to this one-pan meal perfect for weeknights. Ingredients 2 tablespoons harissa sauce, divided 4 (5 ounce) bone-in chicken thighs, or more to taste 8 ounces multicolored carrots, peeled, halved lengthwise and crosswise 8 ounces cauliflower … Read more

Balsamic Chicken with Red Onions and Potatoes

Description Easy chicken dish that is bound to impress your family and friends! Ingredients 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided, or more to taste 3 red potatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick ¼ cup minced fresh parsley 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 whole split chicken breasts with skin kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste 1 large … Read more