Fiesta Lime Chicken
Ingredients For the Chicken Marinade: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Zest of 1 lime For the Avocado Salsa 2 ripe avocados, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime Salt and pepper, to taste Optional Toppings: Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese Sour cream Lime wedges Directions Marinate the Chicken: …
Fiesta Lime Chicken
Ingredients For the Chicken Marinade: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup lime juice (freshly squeezed) 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon honey 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper, to taste Zest of 1 lime For the Avocado Salsa 2 ripe avocados, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Juice of 1 lime Salt and pepper, to taste Optional Toppings: Shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese Sour cream Lime wedges Directions Marinate the Chicken: …
Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients For the Salad: 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1 avocado, diced 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional) For the Lime Vinaigrette: 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp honey 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper Directions In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using). In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well …
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Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad with Lime Vinaigrette
Ingredients For the Salad: 1 can (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen) 1 avocado, diced 1/2 red onion, finely chopped 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional) For the Lime Vinaigrette: 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp lime juice 1 tsp honey 1/2 tsp cumin 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp black pepper Directions In a large bowl, combine the black beans, corn, avocado, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using). In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well …
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Lemon-Infused Greek Potatoes Topped with Crumbled Feta
Ingredients 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved 1/4 cup olive oil Juice and zest of 2 lemons 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved baby potatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until the potatoes are well coated. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or …
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Lemon-Infused Greek Potatoes Topped with Crumbled Feta
Ingredients 2 pounds baby potatoes, halved 1/4 cup olive oil Juice and zest of 2 lemons 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved baby potatoes, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss until the potatoes are well coated. Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Roast in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or …
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Grilled Peach Sundaes
Ingredients For the Peaches: 2 ripe peaches, halved and pitted 1 tablespoon melted butter 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon For Serving: 1 pint vanilla ice cream 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Crushed nuts (pecans or walnuts), optional Whipped cream, optional Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Directions Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat. Brush the cut sides of the peaches with melted butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Place the peaches cut-side down on the grill and cook for 3–5 minutes until grill marks appear and they begin to soften. Flip and …
Grilled Peach Sundaes
Ingredients For the Peaches: 2 ripe peaches, halved and pitted 1 tablespoon melted butter 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon For Serving: 1 pint vanilla ice cream 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Crushed nuts (pecans or walnuts), optional Whipped cream, optional Fresh mint leaves, for garnish Directions Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat. Brush the cut sides of the peaches with melted butter, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon. Place the peaches cut-side down on the grill and cook for 3–5 minutes until grill marks appear and they begin to soften. Flip and …
Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki
Ingredients For the Chicken: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste For the Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cucumber, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste For the Gyros: 4 pita breads 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 tomato, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Directions In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate …
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Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki
Ingredients For the Chicken: 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs 1/4 cup olive oil 2 tablespoons lemon juice 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper to taste For the Tzatziki Sauce: 1 cup Greek yogurt 1/2 cucumber, grated 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste For the Gyros: 4 pita breads 1 small red onion, thinly sliced 1 tomato, chopped 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Directions In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate …
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced 3 bell peppers, sliced 1 onion, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste Tortillas, for serving Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, avocado, lime wedges Directions Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Prepare the Chicken and Veggies: On a sheet pan, arrange the chicken, bell peppers, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat everything evenly. …
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Ingredients 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced 3 bell peppers, sliced 1 onion, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon chili powder 1 teaspoon cumin 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper, to taste Tortillas, for serving Optional toppings: salsa, sour cream, avocado, lime wedges Directions Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Prepare the Chicken and Veggies: On a sheet pan, arrange the chicken, bell peppers, and onion. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat everything evenly. …
Green Olive Dip
Ingredients 1 cup green olives, pitted 2 tablespoons capers, drained 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Directions Add the green olives, capers, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley leaves to a food processor. Pulse and process until the mixture is finely chopped but still has some texture – you want it smooth enough to dip easily but not completely pureed. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes of processing with some scraping down the sides. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in …
Green Olive Dip
Ingredients 1 cup green olives, pitted 2 tablespoons capers, drained 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil Directions Add the green olives, capers, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, and parsley leaves to a food processor. Pulse and process until the mixture is finely chopped but still has some texture – you want it smooth enough to dip easily but not completely pureed. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes of processing with some scraping down the sides. With the processor running, slowly drizzle in …
One-Pan Summer Sausage and Veggie Skillet with Zucchini, Peppers & Corn
Ingredients 14 oz smoked chicken sausage, sliced into coins 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen) 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (for finishing) Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Heat olive oil in a large skillet over …
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One-Pan Summer Sausage and Veggie Skillet with Zucchini, Peppers & Corn
Ingredients 14 oz smoked chicken sausage, sliced into coins 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced 1 zucchini, halved lengthwise and sliced 1 cup corn (fresh, canned, or frozen) 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt, to taste Black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon 1/4 cup crumbled goat cheese or feta 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (for finishing) Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Heat olive oil in a large skillet over …
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Simple Balsamic Chicken
A quick and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This balsamic chicken is juicy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and minced garlic. Heat an …
Simple Balsamic Chicken
A quick and delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This balsamic chicken is juicy, flavorful, and pairs perfectly with roasted vegetables. Ingredients 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and pepper, to taste 1 cup cherry tomatoes Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish) Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, honey, olive oil, and minced garlic. Heat an …
Beef Tenderloin & Gorgonzola Crostini
Ingredients 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing the bread) 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives or parsley Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Fresh thyme, for garnish Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with melted butter and toast for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside. Season the beef medallions with …
Beef Tenderloin & Gorgonzola Crostini
Ingredients 1 pound beef tenderloin, cut into 1-inch thick medallions 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste 1 French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for brushing the bread) 4 ounces Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon cream cheese, softened 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives or parsley Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Fresh thyme, for garnish Instructions Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet. Brush each slice with melted butter and toast for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp. Set aside. Season the beef medallions with …
Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken
Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 zucchini, sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, canned or marinated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon zest Salt and pepper to taste Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure …
Mediterranean Sheet Pan Chicken
Ingredients 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 zucchini, sliced 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red onion, chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted 1/4 cup artichoke hearts, canned or marinated 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon lemon zest Salt and pepper to taste Feta cheese, crumbled (optional) Instructions Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, dried oregano, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Rub the mixture all over the chicken thighs, making sure …
Baked Caprese Dip with Mozzarella & Basil
Ingredients 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper, to taste 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Toasted baguette slices or crackers, for serving Directions Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a small baking dish. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to the baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese …
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Baked Caprese Dip with Mozzarella & Basil
Ingredients 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved 1 tbsp olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper, to taste 8 oz fresh mozzarella, torn into pieces 4 oz cream cheese, softened 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional) 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped Balsamic glaze, for drizzling Toasted baguette slices or crackers, for serving Directions Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a small baking dish. In a bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to the baking dish. In a separate bowl, mix the softened cream cheese …
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