Homemade Pizza night is ALWAYS a hit around here! I've got a little secret...I just don't love restaurant doughs. Maybe it's because I make homemade pizzas so often and just prefer my dough recipe (link is below.) Not only can I make it without thinking about it, it's super soft, delicious and makes the perfect size pizza-pie for our family. This Chicken Margherita … [Read more...]
Stack-E-Up-Es
Haystacks - StackEs - Stack E Up Es - Dinner Mountain... Or whatever you want to call this dinner experience! I love the "set out all the ingredients" concept of this kind of meal...as everyone at the table ends up with a stack of food that they will enjoy. It starts with rice. Then some shredded or rotisserie chicken on top, followed by whatever selections of toppings … [Read more...]
Chicken, Spinach & Artichoke Quesadillas
It's like your favorite spinach artichoke dip...in quesadilla form. And to answer your question (at least the question I think you might be thinking about right now!)...YES, these are as addictive as the dip can be. Even my little 'spinach avoiders' thought these were great! There are a couple different ways to make/cook a quesadilla, but these work best in the oven. … [Read more...]
Chicken Waldorf Salad
This is hands down my favorite Chicken Salad recipe...ever. And this is what I often make myself for lunch when I have leftover shredded or rotisserie chicken from the previous night's dinner. I always have these ingredients on hand (kids are grapes and apples fiends!) and the rest are fridge or pantry staples for us...soooooo. Easy, delicious lunch for me. Get this … [Read more...]
Chicken Noodle Soup
'Tis the season for achoos, sniffles and giant vats of homemade chicken noodle soup. What exactly is it about chicken noodle soup that somehow makes you feel better when you're under the weather??? Our poor family dealt with an ugly cold over the Christmas break and everyone slurped down this soup. But even when you're not feeling well, this is comfort food at it's … [Read more...]
Winter Spinach Salad with Chicken
I love to make this salad for lunch...and we've had it for dinner too. My boys aren't the biggest salad fans, but when I load it with their faves - chicken, apples, cranberries - they don't seem to mind as much. I've got some pecans and dried cranberries leftover from the holiday baking that happened in my kitchen...so I imagine this salad will be making several appearances … [Read more...]
6 Shredded Chicken Enchilada Recipes
I {big puffy beating heart} love enchiladas. Love, love, love them! Whenever we visit tex-mex spots for dinner around here...I get enchiladas. I eat the enchies, and Cuatro eats the rice and beans. (He's almost big enough for his own kids' meal...but I'm not almost ready to have to pay for another kids meal!!!) I love making them at home because there are so many great … [Read more...]
Baked BBQ Chicken Sandwiches
Warning: you might totally binge on these. Seriously. You've been warned. The Hawaiian rolls. The BBQ chicken. The WHITE CHEDDAR. Oh my. If I had to be these Baked BBQ Chicken Sandwiches in a contest with the Shredded Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches from yesterday, it would be a near tie. They are very similar in taste, but have different cooking methods. Maybe … [Read more...]
Shredded Hawaiian Chicken Sandwiches
This is one of my go-to chicken recipes that I know all the kids will enjoy. We all love the sweet and tangy combination from the crushed pineapple and the BBQ sauce. And I throw raw red onions onto my husband and my's sandwiches for a little extra "bite." You could use shredded rotisserie chicken and toss with the pineapple and BBQ, or you could make it all together in the … [Read more...]
The “Skimpy Calorie” Meal Plan from $5 Meal Plan
Whew…it’s finally here! I know you’ve been asking for this for a.long.time...and it’s ready for you just in time for the new year! Can I share this golden piece of insight and wisdom as you think about what you're eating and feeding yourself in 2016??? A few years back, I made an appearance on The View. While backstage in the dressing rooms, I had the pleasure of meeting a … [Read more...]