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VIDEO: How to Slow Cook a Whole Chicken

July 19, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

3 Reasons to Switch to Slow Cooking a Whole Chicken! Learn why using the slow cooker to cook a whole chicken is the best way to get the most bang for your buck! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Slow Cook Whole Chicken Featured Products: How to Cook Chicken Recipe: … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Pan-Roast Split Chicken Breasts

July 12, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

No more sad, dry chicken dinners at your house! Learn how to make the juiciest chicken ever by pan roasting split chicken breasts. With the juices from the skillet, you can make the most delicious gravy. Watch to learn how… New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel!   Video: How to Pan-Roast Split … [Read more...]

Cinnamon Roll French Toast with “Cream Cheese Syrup”

July 6, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

All the yummy of a cinnamon roll, cooked in a fraction of the time. Use the swirl breads as your French Toast, then finish with a cream cheese drizzle! Around here, I've been on a bit of a cinnamon roll kick lately.  I absolutely adore the sweet cinnamony bread flavor...but tbh, I don't love how long and laborious it is to make a homemade cinnamon … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Saute Chicken Cutlets

July 5, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Winner, winner - here's a quick chicken dinner! Learn how to cut chicken breasts into chicken cutlets, and then saute them. Chicken cutlets cook really quickly and make for a great and delicious weeknight skillet dinner. These Chicken Cutlets with Summer Squash will be your new favorite skillet meal! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Roast Beef

June 28, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Cook Like Grandma: The Core Cooking Method for Beef Roast Learn to cook beef roast like grandma used to. This core cooking method will result in the perfect beef roast every time. Plus, this sour cream and chives “drizzle” is so scrumptious! New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Braise Beef

June 21, 2023 by Lauren Drawdy Leave a Comment

4 Foolproof Steps to a Decadent Braised Beef Learn how to make a perfect and decadent braised beef, with one of the most inexpensive cuts of beef - the beef chuck roast. New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Featured Video: How to Braise Beef Featured Collection: How to Braise Beef Recipe: … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Cook the Perfect Stir Fry

June 14, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

Simple Formula for Cooking an Amazing Fake-out Takeout Stir-Fry! Erin walks you through making the perfect stir-fry at home with this simple formula. She’s cooking a Teriyaki Beef & Broccoli that is as colorful as it is delicious.  New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to Cook … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken

June 8, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

A slow cooker version of the amazing Monterey Chicken - BBQ sauce, bacon and fire roasted diced tomatoes make for the perfect sauce!  Watch and see how quick this meal is to put together - I recorded a livestream on Thursday morning with how to make Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken. Enjoy! Slow Cooker Monterey Chicken I love an easy slow cooker chicken meal … [Read more...]

VIDEO: How to Pan Sear Steaks and Pork Chops

June 7, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

How to Get the Perfect Sizzle and Seared Steaks & Chops! Learn all the best tricks for getting the perfect pan sear on meat and pork. Plus, take note of this perfect, simple marinade that will add just the right touch of flavor to your meat. New cooking videos are released weekly, so please Like this Video & Subscribe to the $5 Dinners Channel! Video: How to … [Read more...]

Slow Cooker Peach Chicken

June 2, 2023 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

slow cooker peach chicken

Slow Cooker Peach Chicken is a Sweet & Savory Delight! I love an easy slow cooker meal that calls for just a few ingredients and the end result is magical.  This recipe is just that - simple, every day ingredients that you likely already have in your fridge and pantry.  Enjoy!    Slow Cooker Peach Chicken I love an easy slow … [Read more...]

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