Garlic scapes are the flower bud of the garlic plant. The bud is removed in late June to encourage the bulbs to thicken up. Scapes taste just like garlic and can be used in exactly the same way as garlic in any recipe. They add such a wonderful depth of flavor to this vinaigrette! 1. … Grilled Chicken Salad with Garlic Scape Vinaigrette
While I’ve been enjoying hummus as a snack for some time now, I haven’t used it in many recipes. It’s a great compliment to chicken and helps to keep it super juicy. And the panko breading on top provides the perfect crunch. Served with this chickpea salad (or just leafy greens) it’s a dinner that’s … Hummus Crusted Chicken with Greek Chickpea Salad
I recently tried chicken tinga at a volunteer potluck and I was blown away by the amazing flavor. It’s smoky and spicy thanks to the chipotle peppers and also slightly sweet from the green chiles and tomatoes. It’s one of those dishes that gets better the longer it sits, so if you want to make … Simple Chicken Tinga Tostadas
You don’t have to have all day to prepare (what your friends and family will think) is a gourmet meal. The sweet cherries and nutty Gorgonzola are in irresistible combo in this creamy filling. This is the perfect date night meal or meal for entertaining friends. I paired mine with couscous, but this would also … Gorgonzola and Cherry Stuffed Chicken with Lemon-Parsley Sauce
With fall right around the corner, I am always quick to jump on the “cooking with pumpkin” bandwagon because it not only adds great flavor but also a healthy dose of nutritional benefits. This curry is so simple (since the slow cooker does most of the work), but the complex flavors make it seem gourmet. … Slow Cooker Pumpkin Cashew Curry
If you’re looking for a light meal or appetizer, look no further. These sweet and spicy lettuce wraps are light and fresh with a wonderful crunch! 1. Combine sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside. 2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink, … Spicy Chicken Lettuce Wraps
I absolutely love the combination of sweet and salty and this sauce definitely covers all those flavors. We always have olives in the fridge and I never thought of pairing them with dates, but once they’re paired with the yummy, buttery roasted chicken and toasty pinenuts, it totally works. This meal would be wonderful for … Roasted Chicken with Olives, Dates and Toasted Pinenuts
I think we can officially say spring is here (finally!) and with that comes sweet, juicy strawberries. They are by far my favorite fruit and getting them this cheap means it’s time to stock up! They are especially tasty in this salad paired with tangy goat cheese and fresh blueberry dressing. Enjoy this meal for … Very Berry Grilled Chicken Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good-for-you comfort food is exactly what I needed after a long day. These meatballs are packed with lean protein and fresh flavors and the sweet roasted red pepper sauce sends it over the top. This dish seems gourmet, but it’s on your table in about 20 minutes! 1. Preheat oven to 400. Line a baking … Italian Chicken Meatballs with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
With the big game right around the corner, it’s time to get your menu in order. Living with a guy who loves buffalo sauce on anything, I knew he would be pretty happy with this one. This soup has the flavors of a buffalo chicken dip with the freshness of chicken tortilla soup. Topped with … Buffalo Chicken Tortilla Soup
