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Shredded smoked chicken recipe

I have always had an interest in the delicious flavor of smoked meats, so when I got my hands on a Traeger wood pellet grill I knew had to prepare a couple of smoked chickens. I used 2 whole 4lb chickens for this recipe. First I prepared a spice blend and then mixed it with butter and rubbed it under the skin and all over the outside of each chicken. I then placed the chicken onto the pellet grill and smoked the chickens at 350 degrees F. for about an hour and 30 minutes. The flavor of the pellets that I used to cook this chicken were the hickory bbq hardwood pellets.

What was great about the Traeger grill is the two temperature probes that can be placed into the meat the whole time while they are being smoked/grilled. This made it so that I would not have to open the lid frequently and let the heat out. The grill was also nice and easy to move around with an attached set of wheels. During the entire cooking process I could not wait to eat this chicken.

Once the chickens were finished cooking, I removed them from the grill and shredded some of the meat to use for sandwiches. What really impressed me was the amazing smoked flavor of the chicken. I have never had anything like it before. I cannot wait to try smoking other types of meats on the Traeger grill.

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Two smoked chickens cooking with probes — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Chicken tostada with guacamole, shredded cheese, lettuce, and fresh tomato salsa

Shredded chicken tostadas recipe

Shredded chicken tostadas taste great and are a perfect Mexican dish to serve for dinner. These tostadas do require a bit of work but the end result is well worth it. The tostada shells are made from corn tortillas, and topped with shredded Mexican chicken, guacamole, refried beans, pico, lettuce and cheese. You can save a lot of time by purchasing premade guacamole and pico. You can also purchase tostada shells if you want but making your own tastes so much better. You can add any of your favorite Mexican ingredients to this recipe. Enjoy.

Crispy tostada layered with shredded chicken, avocado spread, lettuce, and cheese — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Balsamic steak tips with mushrooms recipe

Balsamic Steak with Mushrooms
These balsamic steak tips with mushrooms are great to serve for dinner. The steak is marinated in ingredients such as balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, soy sauce, garlic, salt and pepper and then fried in the pan. The mushrooms are cooked and then mixed with butter and balsamic vinegar. You will probably have to fry the steak tips in batches depending on how big your frying pan is. You can serve this recipe with rice or mashed potatoes. Enjoy.
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Slow cooker beef stew recipe

Slow Cooker Beef Stew
This delicious beef stew is prepared in the slow cooker and is great to serve for dinner. The meat is browned and then added into the crockpot with ingredients such as beef broth, garlic, onion, mustard, beer and many other ingredients. If you don’t want to use beer, just add extra beef broth instead. You can skip the browning of the meat if you want and just add it into the slow cooker. You can add extra vegetables if you want such as carrots. This stew goes great served with egg noodles. Enjoy.
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Grilled bacon wrapped hot dogs recipe

These grilled bacon wrapped hot dogs are an excellent recipe to prepare on the grill during the summer. The hot dogs are wrapped in strips of bacon and then grilled until the bacon is crisp. The buns are toasted and then topped with BBQ sauce, the grilled hot dogs, Velveeta cheese sauce, jalapeno peppers, lettuce and tomato. You can use whatever type of hot dogs you want for this recipe but I used the natural casing hot dogs. You can serve this dish with cold salad or French fries. Enjoy.
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Grilled honey soy pork chops on a wooden board

Honey soy grilled pork chops recipe

Summer meals don’t get much easier than this honey soy grilled pork chops recipe. The chops are marinated in a sweet and savory blend of… Read More »Honey soy grilled pork chops recipe

Grilled chicken lo mein recipe

Grilled Chicken Lo Mein
This chicken lo mein is a little different because it includes grilled chicken instead of the typical stir-fried chicken. The flavor of the grill helps to make this chicken lo mein unique. The chicken is marinated in hoisin sauce and then placed onto the grill, cooked, and sliced. The lo mein gets a lot of flavor from the sauce which consists of ingredients such as chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce and hoisin sauce. If you cook a lot of Chinese food, you probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand already. Enjoy.
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Chipotle chicken tacos with cabbage slaw on warm flatbread

Chipotle chicken tacos recipe

These chipotle chicken tacos are delicious and perfect if you are looking for something a little different for taco night. These tacos consist of grilled… Read More »Chipotle chicken tacos recipe

Grilled chicken breasts topped with cilantro and served with lime wedges

Chili cilantro lime chicken recipe

This chili cilantro lime chicken is marinated and grilled to perfection. The marinade consists of a few simple ingredients such as lime juice, zest, cilantro, red chili flakes, cumin, and honey. You will want to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes but I recommend a bit longer than that. I think I marinated it for about 6 hours. This recipe uses boneless skinless chicken breasts but you can use thighs as well. You can use the chicken for tacos or burritos or just serve it as is with some rice on the side. If you are looking for a delicious chicken marinade, give this one at try. Enjoy.

Grilled chicken breasts with cilantro and lime wedges on a black plate — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Grilled steak with blue cheese butter recipe

Grilled Steak with Blue Cheese Butter
Grilled steaks are one of my favorite meats to prepare on the grill and when you add a blue cheese butter, things become even better. The steaks are simply seasoned with salt and pepper and then grilled to your liking. You can use whatever type of steak you want for this recipe but I recommend a cut that is good on the grill such as New York strip or ribeye. The blue cheese butter is a combination of chives, blue cheese, garlic, butter, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Enjoy.
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Chinese empress chicken recipe

Chinese Empress chicken is one dish that I don’t see at any Chinese restaurants or buffets in the area. I am not exactly sure where… Read More »Chinese empress chicken recipe

Garlic butter grilled shrimp recipe

Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp
Garlic butter shrimp is easy to prepare on the grill. The combination in this recipe of garlic, butter and lemon juice goes great brushed on shrimp. The sauce gets additional flavor from pepper and paprika. You will want to make sure that you don’t overcook the shrimp. You can use wooden or metal skewers for this recipe. If you are using wooden you will want to soak them in cold water first. I like to serve this recipe with wild rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Close-up of burger stacked with cheddar cheese, potato chips, and mayonnaise

Onion potato chip burgers recipe

If you’re looking to change up your burger game, this onion potato chip burgers recipe is one you’ll want to try. Juicy beef patties are… Read More »Onion potato chip burgers recipe

White bowl filled with chicken broccoli stir fry

Chicken broccoli stir-fry recipe

A good stir-fry should be quick, full of flavor, and loaded with fresh ingredients, and this chicken broccoli stir-fry recipe checks every box. Juicy chicken… Read More »Chicken broccoli stir-fry recipe

Prime rib burgers recipe

These Prime Rib Burgers recipe bring steakhouse-inspired flavor to your grill or skillet. Made with rich prime rib patties, they’re cooked until juicy and topped… Read More »Prime rib burgers recipe

Lemon and rosemary roasted chicken recipe

I love making roasted whole chicken in the oven for dinner. Roasted chicken is great when you add the flavors of butter, garlic and lemon to it. In this recipe the chicken is coated with butter, olive oil, parsley and garlic and then a little bit of lemon juice and white wine is added for even more flavor. The chicken is then stuffed with ingredients such as whole lemons, garlic and rosemary. You can serve this recipe with side dishes such as mashed potatoes or flavored rice and a salad. Enjoy.

Golden roasted whole chicken with lemon and rosemary seasoning — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Lemon and rosemary roasted whole chicken in a glass baking dish — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

P.F. Chang’s beef lo mein recipe

Here we have a copycat recipe for the beef lo mein from P.F. Chang’s China Bistro. Beef lo mein consists of noodles mixed with marinated… Read More »P.F. Chang’s beef lo mein recipe

Shrimp scampi linguine recipe

Shrimp scampi linguine combines classic shrimp scampi with linguine pasta. The shrimp and sauce are tossed with the noodles and parsley and then served. The… Read More »Shrimp scampi linguine recipe

Beer brats with slaw recipe

Beer Brats with Slaw
The warmer weather is coming up soon and that means it’s time to fire up the grill again. A great way to start off the grilling season is with beer brats. These brats are cooked in beer and then placed onto the grill to finish cooking. A delicious slaw is also added to these brats. The slaw is mainly oil and vinegar based (no mayo) and really adds a nice flavor to these brats. Enjoy.
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Italian lasagna recipe

Italian lasagna is always a great choice if you need a dish to prepare for dinner that will serve several people or can be eaten as leftovers. This lasagna is layered with a meat sauce, mozzarella cheese and a ricotta cheese mixture. The sauce is an Italian Bolognese that gets a lot of flavor from celery, onion, carrots, and garlic. A little bit of red wine is added into the sauce for amazing flavor. The sauce uses two meats—ground beef and pork. The ricotta layer gets a lot of flavor from fresh basil and parmesan cheese. Preparing lasagna does require a good amount of work but it is well worth it. You can serve this recipe with garlic bread on the side. Enjoy.
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Ricotta meatballs recipe

One ingredient that can make meatballs moist, tender, and delicious is ricotta cheese. In this recipe the ricotta cheese is mixed right into the meatballs. The meatballs get a lot of flavor from ingredients such as garlic, ricotta cheese and breadcrumbs. You can serve these meatballs with whatever type of pasta that you like. Enjoy.
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Beer can chicken recipe

Beer can chicken is most often cooked on the grill but it can be roast in the oven as well. This recipe for beer can… Read More »Beer can chicken recipe

Ground pork tacos with guacamole and shredded cheese on tortillas

Ground pork tacos recipe

Switching things up on taco night is always fun, and this ground pork tacos recipe brings something different to the table. The pork cooks quickly… Read More »Ground pork tacos recipe

Meatball casserole recipe

This meatball casserole is a simple Italian dish that is perfect for dinner any night of the week. This dish consists of meatballs, spaghetti sauce and cheese. You will probably want to serve this dish with some type of pasta—I used linguini. The meatballs are Italian style and use ground beef and get a lot of flavor from ingredients such as garlic, breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese and oregano. The meatballs are first baked in the oven and then placed into the casserole to finish cooking. Enjoy.
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Baking dish filled with tuna casserole covered in golden potato chips

Tuna casserole recipe

A classic tuna casserole always brings comfort to the dinner table. This recipe combines tender egg noodles, creamy sauce, and savory tuna for a dish… Read More »Tuna casserole recipe

Mississippi roast recipe

I am not sure why this recipe is called Mississippi roast but it is a fantastic recipe to prepare in the slow cooker. This beef roast gets a lot of its flavor from au jus and ranch dressing seasoning packets. Additional flavor comes from pepperoncini. To prepare this recipe simply add everything to the slow cooker and let it cook for 8 hours and then shred the beef and it is ready to serve. I like to serve this roast with mashed potatoes and use the sauce in the crockpot as a gravy. Enjoy.
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Oven roasted chicken breast with seasoned potatoes

Oven roast chicken breast recipe

A lot of the time I will settle for boneless chicken breasts but the truth is, roasting bone-in chicken breast with the skin on in the oven is far more flavorful and delicious. The chicken in his recipe is coated with seasoning and then fried in a pan for a few minutes and finished cooking in the oven. You can cook these fully in the oven if you want but the cook-time will be a little longer, so make sure that you check the chicken with a meat thermometer to make sure that it is fully cooked. Frying the chicken breast in the pan helps to get the skin crispy. I like to throw in a few cut up red potatoes cover in olive oil with a little salt and pepper. It is delicious. Enjoy.

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Fried Chinese chicken balls served with sweet and sour sauce

Chinese chicken balls recipe

Chinese chicken balls can often be found at nearly all Chinese restaurants in the United States. Chinese chicken balls are pieces of chicken that are… Read More »Chinese chicken balls recipe

Chicken cordon bleu sliders recipe

The NFL Playoffs are coming up soon and that means it’s time for more game day food. One thing that is great to prepare for… Read More »Chicken cordon bleu sliders recipe

Cast iron skillet with tater tot breakfast pizza topped with scrambled eggs, bacon, and melted cheddar cheese

Tater tot breakfast pizza recipe

Sometimes breakfast calls for something fun, filling, and a little different, and that’s where this tater tot breakfast pizza comes in. Instead of using a… Read More »Tater tot breakfast pizza recipe

Baked rotini pasta with marinara sauce and melted cheese in white casserole dish

Pizza hut meaty marinara recipe

There’s something special about digging into a big dish of cheesy, saucy pasta, and this Pizza hut meaty marinara recipe delivers that same comfort every… Read More »Pizza hut meaty marinara recipe

Cincinnati chili fries recipe

These Cincinnati chili fries are perfect to serve for football season. Cincinnati chili is great as it is traditionally served over spaghetti but it is so good over French fries as well. The chili is prepared in the slow cooker and then spooned over the cooked fries and topped with shredded cheddar cheese and diced onion. If you are not familiar with Cincinnati chili it is chili that gets a lot of flavor from ingredients such as ground cloves, cinnamon, and cocoa powder. You can use whatever type of French fries you want for this recipe. Enjoy.
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Plate of spaghetti with meatballs covered in marinara sauce

Pizza meatballs recipe

If you love both pizza and meatballs, this recipe is a fun way to bring them together in one dish. These pizza meatballs are stuffed… Read More »Pizza meatballs recipe

Baked enchilada chicken penne topped with melted cheese

Chicken enchilada penne casserole recipe

With this delicious casserole, you can have the flavor of chicken enchiladas combined with penne pasta! This recipe takes a little bit of work to prepare but it is well worth the effort. The chicken is shredded and then mixed with taco seasoning, enchilada sauce, and green chilies. The penne pasta is like mac and cheese. The pasta is tossed with a homemade cheese sauce. Cheesy pasta and shredded chicken are then layered in a baking cheese with cheese and baked to perfection. You can top this casserole with green onions, cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips. Enjoy.

Spoonful of cheesy enchilada chicken penne being lifted from the dish — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Cheesy enchilada chicken penne casserole in a white dish — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

kewers of teriyaki grilled shrimp served on a white plat

Teriyaki grilled shrimp recipe

Juicy, flavorful, and lightly caramelized, this teriyaki grilled shrimp is a simple yet impressive dish that’s full of savory-sweet goodness. The shrimp are marinated in… Read More »Teriyaki grilled shrimp recipe

Whole roasted chicken with herb-seasoned skin on a plate

Roasted chicken with lemon and garlic recipe

During the colder months, I love to prepare a whole chicken in the oven. This recipe for roasted chicken with lemon and garlic is delicious. The chicken is spread with a lemon garlic butter mixture and then stuffed with lemons and fresh rosemary and onion and then baked to perfection. You will want to use fresh ingredients for this recipe for the best flavor possible. This dish is great to prepare for dinner any night of the week or for the upcoming holiday season. I like to serve this chicken with flavored rice. Enjoy.

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Cheesy taco pasta recipe

This cheesy taco pasta combines shells with taco meat and cheese for a simple yet delicious dinner. I prepared this recipe on the stovetop and then placed the taco pasta into a baking dish, topped with additional cheese and crushed Doritos for a nice crunch. You can use your favorite taco seasoning for this recipe. The prepared taco meat is mixed in a pot with salsa and the cooked noodles. Top with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy.
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Steak and mushroom skewers recipe

Steak and Mushroom Skewers
These steak and mushrooms skewers are so easy to make and delicious when prepared on an outdoor grill. This recipe uses ribeye steaks that are cut into chunks and marinated along with button mushrooms and threaded onto wooden or metal skewers before grilling. The steak and mushrooms are marinated with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic, and fresh thyme. You will only need to marinate the steak and mushrooms for about 30 minutes to get a decent amount of flavor. You can use either wooden or metal skewers for this recipe. If you are using wooden skewers make sure you soak them in cold water first. Enjoy.
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Cheesy sausage and hash brown casserole baked in a white dish

Sausage and hash brown casserole recipe

When you’re planning breakfast for a crowd or want something filling with minimal effort, this sausage and hash brown casserole is a great choice. It… Read More »Sausage and hash brown casserole recipe

Shrimp and Parmesan steak recipe

This recipe for shrimp and parmesan steak is a lot like the one from Applebee’s. This surf and turf dish consists of grilled steak topped with shrimp and a parmesan cream sauce. The shrimp is coated with old bay seasoning. You can either grill the shrimp or fry it in the pan. The parmesan cream sauce is just a simple combination of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and various seasonings. You can use several cuts of steak for this recipe but I used ribeye. Enjoy.

Steak and potato foil packet with melted cheese, bacon, and green onions

Steak and potato foil packets recipe

Steak and potato foil packets are one of those easy grilling meals that bring everything together in one simple wrap. The juicy steak and tender… Read More »Steak and potato foil packets recipe

Balsamic grilled pork tenderloin recipe

Balsamic Grilled Pork Tenderloin
Pork tenderloin on the grill is great with this balsamic and Dijon marinade. The marinade for this recipe is a combination of a few simple ingredients such as honey, Dijon, vinegar, oil, and seasonings. For the best flavor, you will want the pork tenderloin to marinate for several hours to overnight. If you want you could also bake this in the oven and brush it with the marinade occasionally. I like to serve this recipe with flavored rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Chicago char dogs recipe

Chicago Char Dogs
It turns out Chicago style hot dogs aren’t just boiled but they can be grilled as well. When they are grilled they are called Char Dogs. I have been to Chicago a few times but I have never tried the char dog before. The Char Dog is pretty much identical to the regular boiled Chicago dog but the difference is the hot dogs have an X shape cut into the ends and they are grilled. These hot dogs are topped with mustard, diced onion, tomato, pickle relish, dill pickle spears, celery salt and sport peppers. The bun that is to be used with these hot dogs is a poppy seed bun. There are not set ingredients amounts in this recipe, what is listed is simply what is required to make the Char Dogs. Enjoy.
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Creamy mozzarella chicken pasta in black plate

Slow cooker chicken mozzarella pasta recipe

Slow cooker chicken mozzarella pasta is a delicious and easy dinner to prepare for the colder months of the year. The chicken is prepared in the crock pot and the pasta is cooked on the stove and then placed into the crock pot and topped off with a lot of mozzarella cheese and it is ready to serve. The chicken in the crock pot is topped with butter, pesto, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. I like to use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe but you could use thighs as well. Serve with garlic bread if desired. Enjoy.

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Grilled Italian sausage recipe

You may have never even thought about it but Italian sausage is great on the grill. This recipe consists of grilled Italian sausage with onions and peppers in a sweet and sour sauce. This recipe can be completely prepared on the grill but I prepared it using a combination of the stovetop and the grill. Prepare the recipe on the stove top and then brown the Italian sausage on the grill. I like to serve this recipe on bratwurst buns but you could also serve it as is. Enjoy.
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Hamburger steak with gravy recipe

Hamburger Steak with Gravy
This recipe for hamburger steak and gravy is great to serve for dinner. The hamburger patties are fried in the pan and then the gravy is prepared. The hamburger gets a lot of flavor from Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, and mustard. The real highlight of this recipe is the delicious gravy. The gravy is easy to prepare and consists mostly of beef broth with some garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and a few other ingredients. You can serve this recipe with mashed potatoes or egg noodles. You can also add some sliced mushrooms if you want. Enjoy.
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Slow cooker pork chops recipe

Slow Cooker Pork Chops
Pork chops are great when prepared in the slow cooker. This recipe is for boneless pork chops that are cooked in the crockpot with a delicious sauce. The sauce uses Asian style ingredients such as red chili paste and soy sauce to get most of its flavor. The sauce is thickened with a cornstarch and water mixture near the end of the cooking time. These pork chops are great to serve with rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Tuscan chicken marinade recipe

If you are looking for a good marinade recipe for chicken, you may want to consider making this Tuscan chicken marinade. It has great flavor and is easy enough to prepare. The Tuscan chicken marinade is used both as a marinade and as a sauce for serving after the chicken is cooked. If you don’t want to grill the chicken it can be baked in the oven. This recipe gets a lot of flavor from sundried tomatoes, vinegar, basil and oregano. The marinade is prepared in the blender and then can be used in a ziplock bag with the chicken. Enjoy.
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Spaghetti topped with smoked sausage marinara sauce and grated cheese

Smoked sausage spaghetti recipe

Smoky, savory, and full of rich tomato flavor, this smoked sausage spaghetti is a comforting dinner that comes together with simple ingredients. Sliced smoked sausage… Read More »Smoked sausage spaghetti recipe

Grilled chicken spice rub recipe

Grilled Chicken Spice Rub
Having a good dry spice rub on hand to prepare grilled chicken is a must. This spice rub uses a simple combination of spices to give your grilled chicken a delicious flavor. Sure, salt and pepper is fine but why not even add more flavor with a good dry rub? The best part is you probably have all or most of these ingredients on hand already. This spice rub is a combination of garlic powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt and pepper. This recipe makes enough rub to cover about 3 chicken breasts. You can easily prepare this rub in large batches and save some of it for future use. Enjoy.
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Beef street tacos recipe

We have really seen a rise in the number of food trucks in the Upper Peninsula. One of my favorite types of food trucks are… Read More »Beef street tacos recipe

Smoked sausage rolls recipe

These smoked sausage rolls are another great recipe to prepare on the grill. These rolls consist of grilled smoked sausage or kielbasa, white bbq sauce, a fried sauerkraut and onion mixture, and Swiss cheese. The combination of flavors on these rolls is absolutely delicious. The white bbq sauce gets a lot of flavor from mustard, horseradish, and vinegar. If you don’t have an outdoor grill, these could also be prepared on the stovetop in a frying pan or using an indoor grill pan. If you want you can toast the hot dogs until on the grill. You can serve these smoked sausage rolls with French fries on the side. Enjoy.
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Sliced burrito filled with grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, and avocado on a wooden board

Taco Bell power menu burrito recipe

This Taco Bell Power Menu Burrito recipe is one of those fast food items that people love because it’s fresh, flavorful, and filling, and now… Read More »Taco Bell power menu burrito recipe

Honey mustard grilled pork chops recipe

Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
These honey mustard pork chops are great on the grill during the warmer months. Using pork is a great alternative to chicken and is a bit cheaper to purchase. This recipe uses a honey mustard sauce for both brushing while grilling and for dipping. The honey mustard sauce gets a lot of flavor from mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Preparing this recipe is easy enough, the honey mustard sauce is prepared on the stovetop and then basted onto the pork while it is being grilled to perfection. I like to serve these pork chops with a cold salad. Enjoy.
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Marinated grilled chicken recipe

Marinated Grilled Chicken
If you are looking to add a little bit of delicious flavor to your grilled chicken, a marinade is an excellent way to do that. This marinade gives the chicken a lot of flavor from ingredients such as soy sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, fresh thyme, and lemon juice. You will probably have most of these ingredients on hand already. You will want to marinate the chicken for at least 8 hours for the best flavor. Once the chicken is grilled you can serve it as is or you can slice it and use it in salad or wraps. Enjoy.
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Smoked sausage baked beans recipe

Smoked Sausage Baked Beans
Smoked sausage is a delicious addition to baked beans. This recipe makes a great side dish to go with all kinds of different meals. I served it with grilled chicken. Canned pork and beans are mixed with various ingredients and then baked in the oven. The smoked sausage is first cooked in the pan and then mixed with the beans. If you want you can prepare this recipe in a Dutch oven. This recipe gets a lot of flavor from ingredients such as molasses, apple cider vinegar and mustard. Enjoy.
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Marinade for grilled steak recipe

Let’s face it, steak tastes great with just salt and pepper but if you are looking for something a little different, this marinade for grilled… Read More »Marinade for grilled steak recipe

Ground beef enchiladas topped with melted cheese black olives and green onions in baking dish

Taco stuffed manicotti recipe

This taco stuffed manicotti recipe brings together the bold flavors of taco night with the comfort of a baked pasta dish. Tender manicotti shells are… Read More »Taco stuffed manicotti recipe

Plate of spaghetti topped with marinara sauce and asiago stuffed meatballs

Asiago stuffed meatballs recipe

Asiago stuffed meatballs are the kind of comfort food that instantly makes dinner feel special. Each meatball is a mix of beef and pork with… Read More »Asiago stuffed meatballs recipe

Grilled chicken for tacos recipe

Grilled Chicken for Tacos
Shredded chicken is great but if you are looking for something different for tacos, try grilling the chicken. For this recipe you can either use chicken breasts or chicken thighs. The chicken is marinated in a homemade taco seasoning and lime juice mixture and then grilled and sliced for tacos. Chances are you probably have a lot of ingredients on hand for this recipe already since it uses very common spices. You can top these tacos with your favorite condiments such as cheese, lettuce, tomato, guacamole. Enjoy.
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Carne asada quesadillas recipe

Carne Asada quesadillas are loaded with delicious grilled carne asada steak and cheese and to make things even better there is a avocado-lime sauce for dipping. The steak gets a ton of flavor from the marinade. You will want the steak to marinade for at least 6 hours to allow the flavor to develop. Once the steak has finished marinating it is grilled and sliced and then used to make the quesadillas on the stovetop. If you want you could grill the quesadillas as well and not use the stove at all. The avocado-lime sauce is delicious for dipping or you could use it as a spread when preparing the quesadillas. Enjoy.
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Grilled shrimp skewers on a wooden board, lightly charred and garnished with herbs

Red lobster garlic-grilled shrimp recipe

There’s nothing quite like biting into shrimp hot off the grill, and this Red Lobster garlic-grilled shrimp recipe captures that perfectly. The shrimp are marinated… Read More »Red lobster garlic-grilled shrimp recipe

Grilled chicken sandwich with melted cheddar and creamy coleslaw on a bun

Grilled chicken and coleslaw sandwich recipe

This grilled chicken and coleslaw sandwich is one of those meals that feel just right for summer because they bring together smoky grilled chicken, crispy… Read More »Grilled chicken and coleslaw sandwich recipe

Chicken burrito filled with rice and beans

Cheesy chicken burritos recipe

These cheesy chicken burritos are loaded with seasoned Mexican chicken, beans, cheese, Pico de Gallo and lime rice. This recipe does require a little bit of work to prepare all of the ingredients but it is delicious. The chicken is prepared in the slow cooker with taco seasoning and salsa. The Pico de Gallo is just a simple combination of tomato, cilantro, jalapeno, onion, salt, and lime juice. The lime rice gets a lot of flavor from cilantro and fresh lime juice. To make things even better these burritos are rolled up and then grilled in a pan to help the cheese and add a little crunch. Enjoy.

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Cracker barrel hashbrown casserole recipe

Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole
Here is a copycat recipe for the Hash Brown casserole at Cracker Barrel restaurant. This is an amazing dish to prepare as a side dish to go with pretty much any type of meat. I decided to prepare seasoned boneless pork chops to go with this dish. The process to preparing this casserole is simple—just combine all of the ingredients (except for a little bit of the cheese) in a large bowl and then place the mixture into a baking dish, top with the remaining cheese and bake to perfection! Enjoy.
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Seared stuffed chicken pieces on white plate

Stuffed chicken caprese recipe

This stuffed chicken caprese consists of chicken stuffed with both fresh and sundried tomatoes, fresh basil, and cheese. The chicken is coated in a balsamic glaze. The glaze is just a simple combination of garlic, balsamic vinegar, and brown sugar. The chicken is first stuffed with the ingredients, then fried in the pan and placed into the oven to finish the cooking process. This dish is great to serve for dinner and is not very difficult to prepare at all. I like to serve this stuffed chicken caprese with wild rice. Enjoy.

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Tuna noodle casserole recipe

Tuna Casserole
Tuna noodle casserole is very simple and easy to prepare. This recipe combines cooked egg noodles with cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, tuna, and peas. The casserole is topped off with shredded cheese and French fried onions for a nice crunch. You can use rotini in place of the egg noodles if you want. If you are looking for a quick and easy casserole dish that uses tuna, give this one a try. Enjoy.
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Chicken parmesan manicotti in a baking dish covered with sauce and cheese

Chicken Parmesan manicotti recipe

The ingredients and chicken parmesan go great stuffed into manicotti shells. These chicken parmesan manicotti are loaded with shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, and parmesan cheese. The stuffed manicotti shells are topped with a homemade sauce and then baked in the oven. This recipe gets a lot of flavor from seasonings such as basil and oregano. I like to serve this dish with garlic bread on the side. Enjoy.

Chicken parmesan manicotti baked with marinara and cheese — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Baked chicken parmesan manicotti topped with melted cheese — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Juicy spice-rubbed pork chops on a white plate with one piece sliced to show tenderness

Pork chop spice rub recipe

This pork chop spice rub recipe is an easy way to add big flavor with just a few pantry staples. By combining spices like paprika,… Read More »Pork chop spice rub recipe

Plate of Olive Garden shrimp alfredo pasta topped with creamy sauce

Olive garden shrimp Alfredo recipe

Nothing hits the spot quite like a creamy pasta dish, and Olive Garden shrimp Alfredo recipe is always a favorite. This copycat version combines tender… Read More »Olive garden shrimp Alfredo recipe

Baked pan of cheesy shredded beef enchiladas

How to make beef enchiladas

If you want to know how to make beef enchiladas this recipe is exactly what you are looking for. There are no shortcuts in this… Read More »How to make beef enchiladas

Fork cutting into kettle chip crusted chicken with rice

Kettle chip crusted chicken recipe

You can use kettle chips as a delicious coating for breaded chicken. This recipe is so easy to prepare and only consists of eggs, chicken and kettle chips. You can use different flavored kettle chips to make this chicken dish taste different every time. I have only tried a couple of flavors but my favorite so far is BBQ. Best of all, the chicken is baked and not fried. You can crush the kettle chips by placing them in a ziplock bag and crushing them with a rolling pin. You can also put them into a food processor. The chicken is dipped first in the beaten egg and then rolled in the kettle chips and then baked in the oven. I like to serve this recipe with rice. Enjoy.

Kettle chip crusted chicken with rice on a white plate — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Chicken cordon bleu burger with melted cheese and ham

Chicken cordon bleu burger recipe

If you enjoy chicken cordon bleu, you may want to try making a burger with similar ingredients. This burger is a ground chicken patty seasoned,… Read More »Chicken cordon bleu burger recipe

How to make beef pot pie

If you want to know how to make beef pot pie, it is fairly simple to prepare. This recipe uses cubed beef, vegetables and a sauce made from ingredients such as beef broth and Guinness. The ingredients are first simmered on the stovetop and then placed into a pie shell and baked to perfection. You can really add whatever vegetables you like to this recipe such as mushrooms and corn. It does require a little bit of work to prep all of the vegetables. If you want to save time you can buy cubed stew meat from the store. This recipe will make 2 (9 inches) pot pies if you only want to make one, cut the ingredients in half. If you don’t want to use the Guinness, you can substitute extra beef broth instead. Enjoy.
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Manicotti with meat sauce recipe

This is a recipe for manicotti with meat sauce that is baked in a casserole dish. The manicotti is stuffed with ricotta cheese, fresh oregano, and parmesan. The sauce is just a simple combination of ground beef, garlic, crushed tomatoes, and seasonings. The manicotti is topped off with a layer of shredded parmesan cheese. It is a little bit of work to stuff the cheese mixture into the manicotti shells but it is worth the effort. I like to serve this recipe with garlic bread. Enjoy.
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Plate of bangers and mash with brown gravy and parsley garnish

Bangers and mash recipe

There’s nothing quite like a plate of bangers and mash when you’re craving classic comfort food. This dish pairs savory sausages with creamy mashed potatoes… Read More »Bangers and mash recipe

How to make stromboli

If you want to know how to make Stromboli, this recipe is exactly what you are looking for. Making Stromboli is very easy and using store bought ingredients helps to speed up the process a lot. This recipe uses pizza ingredients such as sauce, pepperoni, and Italian sausage. A premade crust is laid on out a flat surface and then topped with sauce, Italian sausage, pepperoni, and cheese and then rolled up and baked to perfection. I like to serve this Stromboli with additional pizza sauce on the side. Enjoy.
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Grilled beef taco with avocado and cilantro

Lime cantina tacos recipe

These lime cantina tacos are a delicious Mexican recipe that is easy to prepare for dinner. The meat that is used for this recipe is… Read More »Lime cantina tacos recipe

Green chicken enchiladas topped with cheese and sauce

Green chicken enchiladas recipe

If you are looking for a delicious chicken enchiladas recipe with a homemade green sauce, this dish is perfect for you. In this recipe, shredded chicken is rolled in corn tortillas and then topped with a homemade green enchilada sauce, Mexican crema, and cheese. The green sauce is made from scratch and uses ingredients such as tomatillos, chili peppers, onion, garlic, and cilantro. Preparing the sauce does require a little bit of effort but it is so much better than using the canned stuff from the store. I like to serve these with rice on the side. Enjoy.

Close-up of green chicken enchiladas with melted cheese — ©BlogChef/Speak LLC.

Toasted garlic bread grilled cheese on a wooden board with gooey cheese filling

Garlic bread grilled cheese recipe

If you love garlic bread and grilled cheese, this recipe combines the best of both into one sandwich. The bread gets coated with a garlic… Read More »Garlic bread grilled cheese recipe

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