Ingredients: 1 tablespoon butter 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped 1 shallot or 1/2 small onion, chopped Salt and pepper to taste 2 garlic cloves, minced 6 cups (48 ounces) chicken broth 2 cups milk, divided (2% recommended) 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green […]
Chicken Gumbo Soup Recipe
Ingredients: Chicken: 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces The Holy Trinity: 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 2 celery stalks, chopped Aromatics: 3 cloves garlic, minced Spices: 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning ½ teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon smoked paprika ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to your […]
Sunshine Chopped Salad Recipe
Yields: 4-6 servings Prep Time: 15 minutes Ingredients: Salad Base: 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce or mixed greens Veggies: 1 cup chopped cucumber 1 cup chopped bell pepper (orange, yellow, or red for color) 1 cup chopped broccoli florets 1/2 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Additions (Choose Some or All): 1/2 […]
Steak Salad with Shallots, Cherries, Candied Pecans and Goat Cheese Recipe
Yields: 2-4 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 10-15 minutes Ingredients: For the salad: 1 pound flank steak, sirloin, or your preferred cut Salt and freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 shallots, thinly sliced 5 ounces mixed greens 1/4 cup dried cherries 1/4 cup candied pecans (see below for quick […]
Salsa Verde Chicken and Rice Casserole Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 1 medium onion, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup uncooked long-grain white rice […]
Steak and Sweet Potato Bowls – Fresh and Filling Recipe
Ingredients: For the steak: 1-1.25 lb flank steak, sirloin, or your preferred cut 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat) For the sweet potatoes: 2 medium sweet potatoes, […]
Leek and Mushroom Parsnip Rice Recipe
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 medium leeks, white and light green parts only, thinly sliced 8 ounces mushrooms (any variety), sliced 1 medium parsnip, peeled and diced 1 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and black pepper to taste 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup long-grain white rice (or brown rice for higher fiber) 2 1/2 […]
Korean Beef Lettuce Wraps Recipe
Ingredients: For the Korean Beef (Bulgogi): 1 lb thinly sliced beef (sirloin, ribeye, or flank steak work great) 1/4 cup soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free) 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons sesame oil 2 tablespoons grated pear or apple (optional, for tenderizing) 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon grated ginger 1/2 teaspoon ground black […]
Thai Fried Rice Recipe
Ingredients: Rice: 3 cups cooked Thai jasmine rice (day-old or chilled is best) Protein: 1/2 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs (cut into bite-sized pieces) or 1/2 lb shrimp (peeled, deveined) Vegetables: 1/2 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup diced carrots, 1/4 cup frozen peas Aromatics: 3 cloves garlic (minced), 1-inch piece of ginger, peeled […]
Chicken & Wild Rice Soup Recipe
Yields: 6-8 servings Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 45-60 minutes Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 1 cup chopped carrots 1 cup chopped celery 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 6 cups chicken broth (low-sodium is preferred) 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 teaspoon dried sage 1/2 […]