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Piñita Cocktail

Ingredients:
2 oz rum
1 oz coconut cream
4 oz pineapple juice
1 oz lime juice
1 oz simple syrup
Pineapple slice and cherry for garnish
Instructions:
Mix the Ingredients:

In a cocktail shaker, combine rum, coconut cream, pineapple juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
Shake:

Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
Strain and Serve:

Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Garnish:

Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry.
Enjoy:

Serve and enjoy the tropical goodness of the Piñita cocktail!

Bananas and pool vibes—the perfect combo! 🏊‍♂️🍌

Banana Colada

Ingredients:
1/2 banana
2 oz Rum
1 oz cream of coconut
2 oz pineapple juice
Pineapple slice and cherry for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Ingredients:

Slice the half banana into smaller pieces for easier blending.
Blend:

Add the banana slices, rum, cream of coconut, pineapple juice, and a handful of ice to a blender.
Blend until smooth and creamy.
Serve:

Pour the mixture into a chilled glass.
Garnish (Optional):

Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a cherry on top for a tropical touch.
Enjoy:

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Banana Colada!

Frozen Watermelon Margaritas

Ingredients:
4 cups frozen watermelon cubes
1/2 cup silver tequila
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons agave nectar
1 cup ice
Lime slices for garnish
Salt for ri***ng
Instructions:
In a blender, combine the frozen watermelon cubes, silver tequila, fresh lime juice, agave nectar, and ice.
Blend until smooth and slushy.
Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it in salt.
Pour the frozen margarita mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with a slice of fresh lime.
Serve and enjoy your Frozen Watermelon Margarita!

Drink up, it’s magically delicious.

Irish Gold

Ingredients:

2 oz Irish whiskey
1/2 oz peach schnapps
2 oz orange juice
Ginger ale to top it off
Orange slice for garnish

Instructions:
Fill your highball glass with ice cubes to keep your drink cool.
Pour in the Irish whiskey and peach schnapps.
Add the orange juice, which brings a nice citrus kick.
Top it off with ginger ale for that bubbly sparkle.
Stir gently to mix all the flavors together.
Garnish with a slice of orange for that extra touch.
Enjoy your Irish Gold cocktail with its blend of whiskey, peach, citrus, and ginger ale for a refreshing and bubbly drink experience! Cheers! 🥃

refreshing Blue Hawaiian Margarita:

Blue Hawaiian Margarita

Ingredients:
2 oz Tequila
1 oz Lime Juice
1 oz Triple Sec
1/2 oz Cream of Coconut
1.5 oz Blue Curaçao
2 oz Pineapple Juice
Instructions:
Prepare the Glass:

Optional: Rim the glass with salt or sugar by running a lime wedge around the rim and dipping it into salt or sugar.
Fill the glass with ice cubes.
Mix the Ingredients:

In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, lime juice, triple sec, cream of coconut, blue curaçao, and pineapple juice.
Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for about 15-20 seconds, until the mixture is well-chilled.
Serve:

Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over the ice.
Garnish:

Garnish with a lime wheel, pineapple slice, or cherry if desired.
Enjoy:

Sip and enjoy your refreshing Blue Hawaiian Margarita!
This cocktail combines the tropical flavors of pineapple and coconut with the citrusy kick of lime and the vibrant blue color of Blue Curaçao, perfect for lounging poolside or any festive occasion. Cheers! 🍹

Weekend Party Shots 🎉🥳

Ingredients:
1 cup Vodka
1 cup Orange Juice
1/2 cup Blue Curacao
1/4 cup Grenadine
1/4 cup Coconut Cream
Rainbow Sprinkles
Directions:
Mix vodka and orange juice together in a pitcher.
Fill each shot glass a quarter of the way full with the vodka-orange juice mixture.
Carefully pour Blue Curacao over the back of a spoon into each shot glass to create a layered effect.
In a separate bowl, mix grenadine and coconut cream together.
Pour the grenadine-coconut cream mixture over the back of a spoon into each shot glass to create another layer.
Top each shot glass with rainbow sprinkles for a festive touch.
Serve and enjoy responsibly!
These Weekend Party Shots are perfect for adding a splash of color and fun to any celebration. Enjoy the layers of flavors and the vibrant appearance they bring to your party!

Strawberry Gin Slushies 🍹🍓

Ingredients:
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/4 cup simple syrup
1/2 cup gin
3 cups ice
Fresh strawberries, for garnish
Instructions:
In a blender, combine the fresh strawberries, lime juice, simple syrup, gin, and ice.
Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
Taste and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more simple syrup or lime juice if needed.
Pour the slushy mixture into glasses.
Garnish each glass with fresh strawberries.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Caramel Apple Cocktail 🥃🍎

Ingredients:
2 oz caramel vodka
1 oz apple liqueur
1 oz butterscotch schnapps
2 oz apple cider
Caramel sauce, for garnish
Sliced apples, for garnish
Ice
Instructions:
In a shaker, combine caramel vodka, apple liqueur, butterscotch schnapps, and apple cider.
Add ice to the shaker and shake well to combine all the ingredients.
Drizzle caramel sauce inside the glass you will be using for the cocktail.
Strain the cocktail mixture into the glass over fresh ice.
Garnish with a slice of apple on the rim of the glass.
Serve and enjoy your delicious Caramel Apple Cocktail!

Beach Party Cocktail 🍹🌴

Ingredients:
2 oz light rum
1 oz coconut rum
2 oz pineapple juice
1 oz orange juice
1/2 oz grenadine
Orange slice and cherry for garnish
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add light rum, coconut rum, pineapple juice, and orange juice to the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Slowly pour grenadine into the glass to create a layered effect.
Garnish with an orange slice and a cherry.
Serve and enjoy the taste of paradise!
Cheers to a refreshing and tropical Beach Party Cocktail! 🍹🌴

Creamy Amish Chicken

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup sour cream
1 can cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups wide egg noodles
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Directions:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, cream of chicken soup, chicken broth, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until smooth.
Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish and pour the creamy mixture over the top, ensuring each piece is well coated.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
While the chicken is baking, cook the wide egg noodles according to package instructions.
After 25 minutes, remove the foil from the baking dish and continue to bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the sauce is bubbling.
Once done, remove from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the creamy Amish chicken over the cooked egg noodles and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 35-40 minutes
Total Time: 45-50 minutes
Calories: Approximately 350 kcal per serving
Servings: 4

Enjoy your creamy Amish chicken with the deliciously paired egg noodles!

Homemade Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
Vegetable oil for frying
Directions:

Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized nugget pieces.
In a bowl, mix the flour with a pinch of salt and pepper.
In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth.
In a third bowl, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
Dredge each chicken nugget piece in the flour mixture, dip into the beaten eggs, and then coat with the bread crumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
Fry the chicken nuggets in batches, about 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Ensure they are cooked through, with an internal temperature reaching 165°F (75°C).
Transfer the cooked nuggets to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 250 per serving
Servings: 4

Enjoy your homemade chicken nuggets!

Blue Hawaiian Cocktail 🍹

Ingredients:
1 1/2 oz rum
3/4 oz blue curaçao
3 oz pineapple juice
1 oz coconut cream
Pineapple slice and cherry for garnish
Ice
Instructions:
Fill a shaker with ice.
Add rum, blue curaçao, pineapple juice, and coconut cream to the shaker.
Shake well until chilled.
Strain the mixture into a glass filled with ice.
Garnish with a pineapple slice and a cherry on a toothpick.
Enjoy the tropical flavors of a Blue Hawaiian! 🌺🍍🍹

Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

For the Mashed Potatoes:

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Directions:

Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:

Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk and butter, and mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm.
Cook the Ground Beef and Prepare the Gravy:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef, and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes to cook off the flour taste.
Gradually stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer, and let the gravy thicken, about 5 minutes. If using, add the frozen peas and carrots during the last few minutes of cooking.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:

Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto plates or into bowls.
Top with the ground beef and gravy mixture.
Serve hot.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4

Enjoy your Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes!

Chicken Scampi with Garlic Parmesan Rice

Ingredients:

2 large chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
1 cup long-grain white rice
2 cups chicken broth
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup white wine (optional)
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Lemon wedges for serving
Directions:

Cook the rice according to package instructions using chicken broth instead of water. Once cooked, stir in Parmesan cheese.
Season chicken strips with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove chicken from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
Add white wine (if using) and red pepper flakes, simmer together to reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic sauce.
Serve chicken over garlic Parmesan rice. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Calories: Approx. 450 per serving
Servings: 4

Chicken Fried Steak With Country Gravy, Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes, And Corn On The Cob

Ingredients:

For the Chicken Fried Steak:

4 beef cube steaks (about 1/2 inch thick)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 large eggs
1/2 cup buttermilk
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Country Gravy:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes:

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 tablespoons butter
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Corn on the Cob:

4 ears of corn, shucked
2 tablespoons butter
Salt to taste
Directions:

Chicken Fried Steak:

In a shallow dish, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
In another shallow dish, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
Dredge each steak first in the seasoned flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally back in the seasoned flour.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the steaks for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Country Gravy:

In the same skillet used for the steaks, melt butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook until golden, about 2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk and stir until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes:

Place potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Mash with buttermilk and butter until smooth.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Corn on the Cob:

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the corn and cook for 5-7 minutes.
Drain and serve with butter and salt.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes
Calories: 700 kcal per serving
Servings: 4

Creamy Chicken Tuscan Pasta

Ingredients:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
2 cups fresh spinach
12 oz fettuccine pasta, cooked and drained
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Directions:

Slice the chicken breasts into thin strips and season with salt and pepper.

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, mixing well until the sauce thickens.

Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach to the skillet, allowing the spinach to wilt.

Return the cooked chicken strips to the skillet, mixing them into the creamy sauce.

Add the cooked fettuccine pasta to the skillet, tossing everything together until well coated with the sauce.

Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Serve hot, garnished with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 650 per serving
Servings: 4

Chicken Fried Steak With Country Gravy

Crispy Fried Cube Steaks Smothered in Creamy Country Gravy

Ingredients:

4 cube steaks (about 4 oz each)
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups buttermilk
Vegetable oil, for frying
For the Country Gravy:

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups whole milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:

In a shallow dish, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
In another shallow dish, whisk together eggs and buttermilk until fully combined.
Dredge each cube steak first in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and finally coat again in the flour mixture, pressing the flour into the steak to create a thick coating. Set aside on a plate.
In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully place the coated steaks in the hot oil, frying until the coating is golden brown and the meat is cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side. Make sure not to crowd the skillet. Work in batches if necessary. Transfer to a wire rack to drain.
For the gravy, remove all but about 3 tablespoons of oil from the skillet and return to medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture is golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk, continuing to stir until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Serve the chicken fried steaks smothered with the country gravy. Enjoy!
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: 450 kcal per serving
Servings: 4

Classic Sloppy Joes

Savory Ground Beef with Tangy Tomato Sauce, Served on Soft Hamburger Buns

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 green bell pepper, diced
1 cup ketchup
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp mustard
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
4 hamburger buns
Directions:

In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the ketchup, water, brown sugar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened.
Spoon the meat mixture onto the bottom halves of the hamburger buns and top with the other halves.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes
Kcal: 350 per serving
Servings: 4

Hearty Meatloaf with Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Savory Meatloaf Topped with Sweet Ketchup Glaze, Served Alongside Buttery Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients for the Meatloaf:

1 lb ground beef
1/2 lb ground pork
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1 cup bread crumbs
1/2 cup milk
2 eggs
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp brown sugar
Ingredients for the Mashed Potatoes:

4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup butter
1/4 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, bread crumbs, milk, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
Transfer the meat mixture into a loaf pan and shape it into a loaf.
In a small bowl, mix ketchup and brown sugar. Spread this mixture evenly over the top of the meatloaf.
Bake the meatloaf in the preheated oven for about 1 hour, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (70°C). Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
While the meatloaf is baking, prepare the mashed potatoes. Place peeled and cubed potatoes into a large pot of salted water. Bring to a boil and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add milk, butter, and sour cream. Mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve slices of meatloaf with a generous helping of mashed potatoes on the side.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Kcal: 450 per serving
Servings: 6

Ultimate Comfort Food: Salisbury Steak with Mushroom Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, and Green Beans 🥩🍲

Ingredients for Salisbury Steak:

500g ground beef
1/2 cup breadcrumbs
1 egg
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients for Mushroom Gravy:

200g mushrooms, sliced
2 cups beef broth
1 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp butter
1 tbsp flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Ingredients for Mashed Potatoes:

4 large potatoes, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup milk
2 tbsp butter
Salt to taste
Ingredients for Green Beans:

300g fresh green beans, trimmed
2 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:

In a bowl, mix ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, onion, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Shape into patties.
In a skillet, cook the patties over medium heat until browned on both sides. Set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté mushrooms until tender, then add flour and cook for another minute. Gradually stir in beef broth and soy sauce. Simmer until thickened, then return patties to the skillet and simmer for another 10 minutes.
Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with milk, butter, and salt until smooth.
In another skillet, heat olive oil, sauté garlic, and add green beans. Cook until tender and season with salt and pepper.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 60 minutes
Kcal: Approximately 650 per serving
Servings: 4

Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes

Warm up with a bowl of Ground Beef and Gravy Over Mashed Potatoes - it's the ultimate comfort food! 🌟🥔

Ingredients:

For the Mashed Potatoes:

2 pounds potatoes, peeled and quartered
1/2 cup milk
4 tablespoons butter
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Ground Beef and Gravy:

1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups beef broth
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: 1 cup frozen peas and carrots
Directions:

Prepare the Mashed Potatoes:

Place the peeled and quartered potatoes in a large pot and cover with water. Add salt and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot. Add the milk and butter, and mash until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and keep warm.
Cook the Ground Beef and Prepare the Gravy:

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the beef, and cook until the onions are translucent, about 5 minutes.
Sprinkle the flour over the beef and cook, stirring, for another 2 minutes to cook off the flour taste.
Gradually stir in the beef broth and Worcestershire sauce, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. Bring to a simmer, and let the gravy thicken, about 5 minutes. If using, add the frozen peas and carrots during the last few minutes of cooking.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve:

Spoon the creamy mashed potatoes onto plates or into bowls.
Top with the ground beef and gravy mixture.
Serve hot.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 40 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 4

Roast Sticky Chicken-Rotisserie Style

This Roast Sticky Chicken-Rotisserie Style is a must-try! Juicy, tender, and seasoned to perfection - your family will love it! 😋🍗

Ingredients:

4 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 (4 pound) whole chickens
2 onions, quartered
Directions:

Gather the ingredients.
Mix together salt, paprika, onion powder, thyme, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl; set aside.
Remove and discard giblets from chicken. Rinse chicken cavity; pat dry with paper towels. Rub each chicken inside and out with spice mixture. Place 1 onion into the cavity of each chicken. Place chickens in resealable plastic bags or double wrap with plastic wrap. Refrigerate overnight, or at least 4 to 6 hours.
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Place chickens in a roasting pan.
Bake uncovered until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the meat near the bone reads at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), about 5 hours. Let chickens rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 hours | Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutes

Juicy Roasted Chicken

Enjoy a flavorful dinner with this Juicy Roasted Chicken – perfect for a cozy family meal! 🍗✨

Ingredients:
1 (3 pound) whole chicken, giblets removed
salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon onion powder, or to taste
½ cup butter
1 stalk celery, leaves removed
Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a roasting pan.

Place the whole chicken in the roasting pan. Season generously inside and out with onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Place 3 tablespoons of butter inside the chicken cavity. Dot the remaining butter over the outside of the chicken. Cut the celery stalk into 3 or 4 pieces and place them inside the chicken cavity.

Roast the chicken uncovered in the preheated oven until it is no longer pink at the bone and the juices run clear, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Use an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of the thigh, near the bone, which should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C) to ensure doneness.

Remove the chicken from the oven and baste with the drippings. Cover loosely with aluminum foil and let it rest for about 30 minutes before carving and serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 1 hour 15 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes

Kcal: 340 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

Quick and Easy Chicken Noodle Soup

Craving something comforting? Try this comforting Chicken Noodle Soup – it’s hearty, wholesome, and oh-so-satisfying! 🥣😋

Ingredients:
1 tablespoon butter
½ cup chopped onion
½ cup chopped celery
4 (14.5 ounce) cans chicken broth
1 (14.5 ounce) can vegetable broth
½ pound chopped cooked chicken breast
1 ½ cups egg noodles
1 cup sliced carrots
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
Directions:

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add chopped onion and celery. Cook until just tender, about 5 minutes.

Pour in chicken broth and vegetable broth. Add chopped cooked chicken breast, egg noodles, sliced carrots, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine.

Bring the soup to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 20 minutes, or until the vegetables and noodles are tender.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 280 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

Chicken Wing Dip

Delight your guests with this Creamy Chicken Wing Dip – perfect for game day and parties! 🏈🧀

Ingredients:

2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
¾ cup hot pepper sauce
2 cups diced cooked chicken
1 cup ranch-style salad dressing
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese and hot pepper sauce until smooth and well blended.

Stir in diced cooked chicken, ranch-style salad dressing, and shredded Cheddar cheese until evenly mixed.

Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes

Kcal: 360 kcal | Servings: 8 servings

Baked Teriyaki Chicken

Craving something savory? Try this Baked Teriyaki Chicken – it’s easy to make and incredibly tasty! 🍗🥡

Ingredients:

½ cup white sugar
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup cider vinegar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Directions:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Combine sugar, soy sauce, cider vinegar, cornstarch, cold water, garlic, ginger, and pepper in a small saucepan over low heat. Simmer, stirring frequently, until teriyaki sauce thickens and bubbles, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove from the heat.

Arrange chicken thighs in the prepared baking dish. Pour teriyaki sauce over chicken, coating evenly.

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through and juices run clear, basting chicken with sauce halfway through.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 35 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 6 servings

Buffalo Chicken Dip

Dive into this Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip – perfect for game day or any gathering! 🏈🔥

Ingredients:
2 (10 ounce) cans chunk chicken, drained
¾ cup hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot)
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 cup ranch dressing
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
1 bunch celery, cut into 4-inch pieces
1 (8 ounce) box chicken-flavored crackers
Directions:

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine chicken and hot pepper sauce. Stir until heated through.

Mix in cream cheese, ranch dressing, and 1 cup of Cheddar cheese. Cook and stir until well blended and warm. Transfer mixture to a slow cooker or a serving dish.

Sprinkle remaining ½ cup of Cheddar cheese over the top, cover, and cook on low heat until hot and bubbly. Serve with celery sticks and chicken-flavored crackers.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes

Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 8 servings

Fruity Chicken Salad with Tarragon

Delight your taste buds with this Fresh Fruity Chicken Salad with Tarragon – a burst of flavors in every bite! 🍗🍏🍇

Ingredients:
1 ½ cups grilled skinless, boneless chicken thighs, chopped
½ red apple - peeled, cored, and diced
½ cup halved green grapes
⅓ cup toasted chopped pecans
¼ cup diced red onion
¼ cup diced celery
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 lime, zested and juiced
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Directions:

Combine chicken, apple, grapes, pecans, red onion, and celery in a medium bowl.
Whisk mayonnaise, yogurt, tarragon, Dijon mustard, and lime zest and juice together in a small bowl.
Stir dressing into the chicken mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes

Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings