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If you love chicken Parmesan but want to skip the breading, this grilled version is a must-try. The chicken is seasoned, grilled to perfection, and… Read More »Grilled Chicken Parmesan: Better Than the Classic
Here’s a solid Italian meatball recipe to keep handy. It’s flavorful, easy to make, and super satisfying. They’re also versatile enough to step in for… Read More »Italian Meatballs Recipe: Oven-Baked Deliciousness
Grilling season is the best season, and this Greek grilled chicken is a must-try for your next cookout. The chicken is marinated in a simple… Read More »Summer BBQ Preview: Greek Grilled Chicken Recipe
You know those days when you want something light but still totally satisfying? This Chinese chicken salad is my lifesaver — it’s got that perfect… Read More »Chinese Chicken Salad Recipe: The Perfect Crunchy Bite
I used to think homemade stir-fries couldn’t compete with takeout — until I nailed this Shanghai Noodles recipe. The secret? A quick marinade for the… Read More »Shanghai Noodles Recipe: Easy Stir-Fry
Let’s be real — homemade chicken taquitos do take some effort, but once you taste that crispy crunch and flavorful filling, you’ll never go back… Read More »Chicken Taquitos Recipe: The Ultimate Party Snack
True story: I didn’t like pork ribs until I made them myself in the smoker. For my first attempt at smoked pork ribs, I followed… Read More »321 Smoked Pork Ribs Recipe: Fall-Off-The-Bone Perfection
Ever have one of those nights where you just want something simple but still really good? This Chinese chicken with snow peas is one of… Read More »Chinese Chicken with Snow Peas Recipe
If you’re looking for a lighter twist on classic tacos, these turkey tacos are for you. I promise they’re bursting with flavor and will easily… Read More »Turkey Tacos Recipe: The Star of Your Taco Night
Ready to up your grilling game with a dish that’s super easy? Here’s your answer: Grilled chicken skewers with roasted garlic vinaigrette. You can enjoy… Read More »Grilled Chicken Skewers with Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette Recipe
There are days when you crave a salad but you’re also too hungry to be satisfied with a dinner that’s mostly lettuce. When that happens,… Read More »Chicken Caesar Flatbread Recipe for an Easy Weeknight Meal
Full flavor on a budget can be yours with this simple pork and pepper stir fry. I love this dish as a weekday meal because… Read More »Pork and Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe
When I was a kid, I would make macaroni and cheese by stirring unmeasured amounts of cheese, butter, and milk into hot, cooked macaroni noodles.… Read More »Baked Pasta and Cheese with Bacon Breadcrumbs
Get ready to spice up taco night with irresistible Pork Verde Tacos. They’re made of slow-cooked pork loin, topped with a creamy yogurt sauce that… Read More »Easy Pork Verde Tacos Recipe
Turn mealtime into a fiesta with this chopped taco salad, a vibrant and zesty salad that packs all the flavors of your favorite taco in… Read More »Chopped Taco Salad Recipe
Confession time: I bought a beef chuck tender roast by accident. I was shopping for a chuck roast at the time. In the haze and… Read More »How to smoke a chuck tender roast
Tender flank steak marinated in citrus juices and grilled to perfection makes for a memorable taco filling. You can also use this delicious grilled carne… Read More »Grilled carne asada recipe for the best tacos you ever had
Tangy and spicy black pepper beef is a mainstay in Chinese buffets. When you’re craving that flavor at home, this is the recipe you need.… Read More »Easy black pepper beef recipe for Chinese “takeout” at home
For a different twist on easy chicken tacos, try this! You’ll cook chicken breast in a flavorful combo of orange juice, chipotle, and cilantro. Then… Read More »Easy Chicken Tacos with Awesome Flavor
The hardest part about roasting a turkey is keeping the breast meat drying out. Fortunately, there’s an easy fix if you’re serving a small crowd:… Read More »Slow Cooker Turkey Breast with Gravy Recipe
Noodles lightly seasoned in a sesame-garlic sauce surely can hit the spot. This version of sesame noodles with chicken is a satisfying dish that primarily… Read More »Sesame Noodles with Chicken Recipe
Asian lettuce wraps, made right, have an addictive flavor and a satisfying crunch. You know this if you’ve ever enjoyed the lettuce wraps at P.F.… Read More »Easy Asian Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Bourbon chicken is a Chinese-Cajun dish featuring fried chicken in a tangy, salty sauce. Some renditions of this dish actually have bourbon in the sauce,… Read More »No-Marinade Bourbon Chicken Recipe
Buffalo chicken sliders deliver that flavor pop you love from buffalo wings, without the fat or the mess. Plus, sliders are easy to prepare and… Read More »Buffalo Chicken Sliders Recipe
Taco Bell’s foray into wet burritos inspires this copycat Taco Bell Enchirito recipe. As of 2023, the enchirito is no longer on the Taco Bell… Read More »Copycat Taco Bell Enchirito Recipe
Chicken avocado wraps are a delicious weekday dinner that require just 6 ingredients. If you’re pressed for time, you can cook the chicken ahead of… Read More »Weekday Meal Idea: Chicken Avocado Wraps Recipe
If you’re feeling ho-hum about boneless, skinless chicken breast, this recipe is exactly what you need. Grilled chicken with pineapple avocado salsa is a full… Read More »Grilled Chicken with Pineapple Avocado Salsa: It’s Fabulous
How I miss Qdoba. When I lived in St. Louis, I would delight in a Qdoba salad with steak, romaine, fajita veggies, cheese, corn salsa,… Read More »Qdoba Steak Marinade Recipe
Oh, these baked ground beef tacos are divine. Truly. They’re a step above unbaked tacos for two reasons. One, the cheese is fully melted. No… Read More »Baked Tacos Recipe: A Fabulous Family Meal
Slow cooker barbacoa tacos could quickly become a regular in your weekday meal rotation. Why? Because they’re delicious, make enough to feed the whole family,… Read More »This Slow Cooker Barbacoa Tacos Recipe is a Perfect Weekday Meal
Can’t decide between making Italian or Mexican food this Saturday? Good news: You don’t have to choose. This taco stuffed shells recipe blends both cuisines… Read More »Taco Stuffed Shells Recipe with Salsa and Melted Cheese
In 2017, KFC introduced its KFC Georgia Gold Chicken — deep-fried chicken tenders tossed with a tangy honey mustard sauce. The official press release describes… Read More »KFC Georgia Gold Chicken Recipe
I have to admit: I hadn’t eaten Doritos in years before I decided to remake this Dorito Chicken Casserole Recipe. The recipe is a classic… Read More »Dorito Chicken Casserole Recipe
Craving something tangy, sticky, and a bit sweet? These Korean style pork chops are your answer. They’re ready in under 40 minutes, including marinating time,… Read More »Korean Style Pork Chops Recipe
Firing up the BBQ is one of the more enjoyable aspects of warmer days. This artisan grilled chicken recipe is the perfect excuse — it’s… Read More »Easy Artisan Grilled Chicken Recipe
You only need some thick pork loin chops, a citrusy marinade, and a hot charcoal grill to make these delicious grilled Cuban pork chops. Cook… Read More »Grilled Cuban Pork Chops Recipe
A teriyaki marinade and sauce is a great way to prepare flavorful and delicious pork chops. This teriyaki pork chops recipe calls for very few… Read More »Teriyaki Pork Chops Recipe
When you need a sophisticated dish that doesn’t require hours to make, try balsamic glazed pork loin chops. As long as your friends and family… Read More »Balsamic Glazed Pork Loin Chops Recipe
Throwback! This Taco Bell Chicken Burrito recipe has long been a fan-favorite on BlogChef. Probably because it’s delicious and no longer on the Taco Bell… Read More »Taco Bell Chicken Burrito Recipe
This easy chicken Romano recipe is a simple but satisfying dish that’s perfect for a weekday dinner. Pair it with pasta or a Romaine salad… Read More »Chicken Romano Recipe
If you’re ready to upgrade your game-day menu, these grilled jerk chicken wings are a must-try. They’re tangy, sticky, smoky, and spicy, with an incredible… Read More »Grilled Jerk Chicken Wings Recipe
Note: This cashew chicken recipe and post date back to 2008, but I improved the original recipe and updated the post in 2023. Craving Chinese?… Read More »No-Marinade Cashew Chicken Recipe
Pals coming over to watch the big game this Sunday? That’s an ideal excuse to whip up some tangy and delicious honey mustard chicken wings.… Read More »Honey Mustard Chicken Wings Recipe
I occasionally buy giant packages of boneless pork loin chops from Sam’s Club. I like them because they’re hearty and healthy, they’re a nice change… Read More »Honey Garlic Grilled Pork Loin Chops Recipe
Thank you to Hello Fresh Canada for sponsoring this post and sharing these fun tofu recipes. You don’t need to be vegetarian to reap the… Read More »These 5 Tofu Recipes Might Persuade You to Go Vegetarian
Let’s make Chinese beef with peanuts — an easy beef stir fry that has tons of flavor! This is a go-to meal in my house… Read More »Super Easy Chinese Beef with Peanuts
Want to serve a hungry crowd without too much effort? Try grilled cilantro lime chicken thighs. This recipe uses boneless, skinless thighs — they pack… Read More »Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs Recipe
Last year, I lived in a travel trailer for two months. This year, it’ll be closer to three months. That’s not an easy lifestyle when… Read More »The Cajun Chicken Pasta Recipe You Can Make in an RV
Let’s talk about oven-roasted pulled pork. It’s an easy dish to make and serve. It packs a lot of flavor and it’s an incredibly versatile… Read More »Oven-Roasted Pulled Pork Recipe
Not that anyone needs a reason to explore easy Cajun recipes, but have you heard of the Eighth, aka Battle of New Orleans Day? New… Read More »30 Easy Cajun Recipes to Celebrate Battle of New Orleans Day
Here’s another crowd-pleaser, perfect for game-day fun: Grilled chicken sliders recipe with white barbecue sauce. The best part? No marinating required. Simply mix up your… Read More »Delicious Grilled Chicken Sliders Recipe with White BBQ Sauce
Here’s a simple and easy Chinese chicken stir fry recipe that delivers full flavor without much effort. The recipe has no vegetables — only chicken.… Read More »Easy Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Updated 12/3/24. You’re looking for an easy guide on how to heat a precooked ham. Fabulous — you’re in the right place. We’ll walk you… Read More »How to Heat a Precooked Ham: 5 Easy Options
If you’re wondering how long to cook a turkey, you’re in the right place. I have answers! That’s answers, plural. The oven-roasting time for a… Read More »How Long to Cook a Turkey: The Ultimate Guide
Beefy, salty, tangy, and a little spicy, these slow cooker Italian beef sliders are so satisfying on a cold day. And, in typical BlogChef fashion,… Read More »Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sliders Recipe
If you’re planning to cook pot roast in the oven, then it means you’ve got a big table to feed. And what’s more, the recipe… Read More »How Long to Cook Pot Roast in the Oven at 350F
If you’re fond of the Celsius unit, then you’ll know that most recipes can be cooked at 180C. But did you also know that pork… Read More »How Long to Cook Pork Chops in the Oven at 180C
We’ve always seed meatballs as a recipe for the oven, so it’s normal to assume cooking them on a skillet is impossible. But the truth… Read More »How Long to Cook Meatballs on the Stove
We’ve come to appreciate the juiciness and tastiness of pork tenderloin and enjoy its recipe from numerous cooking techniques. But when told that this delicious… Read More »How Long to Cook Pork Tenderloin in an Air Fryer
So, you’re making dinner for your family and already have a juicy roast sitting in the freezer. But then, you forgot to bring it out… Read More »How Long to Cook Frozen Roast in Crock Pot
So, you’re eyeing that brand new instant pot you got for Christmas and wonder what you can do with it. Well, hear this; it makes… Read More »How Long to Cook Frozen Roast in an Instant Pot
Are you tired of the traditional grill or oven method for country-style ribs? Then, the instant pot is your next best bet. But while this… Read More »How Long to Cook Country-style Ribs in an Instant Pot
Cooking frozen breaded chicken in the oven is a relatively easy process to carry out and you don’t have to spend too much of your… Read More »How to Cook Frozen Breaded Chicken in the Oven
Remarkably, ground beef can be used in a variety of dishes, and you will definitely want to use ground beef all the time once you… Read More »How Long Does Ground Beef Take to Cook
There are several ways to cook Boneless beef ribs apart from roasting in an oven, and that is in a skillet over the stove; the result… Read More »How to Cook Boneless Beef Ribs on the Stove
You’ve heard the numerous claims that spare ribs cooked at 350F make an excellent dish, and you’re curious to find out. These tasty and rich… Read More »How Long to Cook Spare Ribs in the Oven at 350F
The heart of a fantastic chicken burger is a juicy, delicious chicken patty. The key tip is that these patties are packed with shredded cheese… Read More »How Long To Cook Chicken Patties in Air Fryer
Have you ever wanted to make ground taste like ground sausage? If you’re trying to avoid pork, try this delectable faux sausage made with ground… Read More »How to Make Ground Turkey Taste Like Sausage?
One of the best things about turkey legs or thighs is that they can be transformed into a meal fit for any holiday spread with… Read More »How to Cook Turkey Legs and Thighs
Most times, we depend on frozen turkey for our recipes, as they’re the most accessible options. But we may worry that the cooking procedures will… Read More »How Long to Cook a Fresh Turkey
Cooking a turkey at 300F requires patience and skill, both of which aren’t difficult to acquire. The reason is at 300F, the bird slow-roasts, allowing… Read More »How Long to Cook a Turkey at 300F
After chicken, turkey is the next popular bird that tastes delicious in many recipes and thanksgiving is one occasion that wouldn’t be the same without… Read More »How to Cook Turkey Wings in the Oven
If you would like to watch all your family members and friends flock to your dinner table (repeatedly and unprovoked), try cooking smoked turkey legs… Read More »How to Cook Smoked Turkey Legs in the Oven
This pan-fried bratwurst recipe yields a tender, juicy sausage with a crispy, flavorful crust and a legendary taste. Look no further if you’re wondering how… Read More »How to Cook Bratwurst in a Pan
When cooked properly, ground turkey has a rich, satisfying flavor that is wonderful on its own or in soups and pasta dishes. You may lower… Read More »How Long Does Ground Turkey Take to Cook
Turkey wings are one of those proteins that you can get without having to break the bank, and although the feeling of eating turkey wings… Read More »How to Cook Turkey Wings on a Stove
A pork steak has everything an amateur cook or a professional chef wishes. It is delicious and easy to prepare, it is also very affordable,… Read More »How Long to Cook Pork Steaks
It may seem contradictory to say you’re cooking a pre-cooked (essentially an already cooked) turkey breast. Still, it’s actually a terrific way to serve guests… Read More »How To Cook A Precooked Turkey Breast
Love chitterlings but hate the smell? You’re not alone. This Southern soul food delicacy made of pig intestines is very popular, particularly around the holiday… Read More »How to cook chitterlings without the smell
A Smithfield fresh pork tenderloin is American Heart Association certified, super easy to prepare, and very flavorful. You can find these marinated, healthy cuts of… Read More »How to Cook Smithfield Pork Tenderloin