I know what you’re thinking – grilled lettuce? I made this salad last year for a news segment called “Backyard BBQ” and the crowd went wild. The reason being, this dish is so fun and absolutely irresistible (and unexpected). Making Caesar dressing from scratch is much better for you than the bottled stuff. You may … Grilled Caesar Salad with Parmesan Crisps
I know it’s still April, but when I saw sweet corn for sale in the produce department that actually looked decent, I had to pick some up for my sweet corn salsa. Instead of having the salsa with tortilla chips, I decided to scoop it into a quesadilla with pepper jack cheese. And because I … Chicken Quesadillas with Fresh Corn Salsa and Chipotle Crema
The words “better-for-you” and “comfort food” don’t seem like two things that would go together but this dish will make you think otherwise. The spinach mixture is super creamy thanks to the small amount of tangy goat cheese and fat free cream cheese. The extra special “bite” comes from the sweet sundried tomatoes that become … Spinach and Sundried Tomato Stuffed Chicken
Chicken is one of my favorite proteins to cook with because it’s so versatile. Pan-seared, baked, stir-fried, you name it…I love it all. With that said, I do have some recipes I enjoy above others – one of my those being Chicken Piccata. This recipe is so simple, yet the flavors make it seem super … Chicken Piccata
Although strawberries aren’t quite in season yet, today I just was craving a big, summery salad loaded with my favorite fruit. As I flipped through this week’s grocery ad at work I noticed a picture of pretzel crusted chicken tenders. From there, I decided to come up with a salad that pulls all those flavors … Pretzel Crusted Chicken Salad with Strawberries and Goat Cheese
Sundays are my favorite day of the week. I have time to catch up on life and cook a hearty, home cooked meal. Today I decided to tackle the Gazette KCRG Cook Club recipe of the month which featured the braising cooking method. Braising is a combo cooking method using both moist and dry heat. … Clementine and Coconut Braised Chicken
I don’t think there is any food my husband enjoys more than chicken wings. Being married to a dietitian doesn’t exactly allow him to enjoy them as often as he would like. I figured with it being game day it was a good opportunity to put a (somewhat) healthy spin on his favorite meal. These … Baked Chicken Wings with Honey and Sriracha
Today I was feeling a little adventurous and was ready to experiment with some new flavors. Ever since Josh and I traveled to Mexico a few years back I’ve always wanted to try making my own homemade mole sauce. But, because I don’t have a huge pantry or the resources to get all the authentic … Chicken Mole Enchiladas
I definitely did not grow up eating Thai food, but I’m so happy to have discovered it when I moved to Chicago. The components of Thai cooking, such as lemongrass, curry, coconut and fish sauce, are so versatile! For example, add red curry paste to your breakfast frittata and top with toasted coconut (trust me, … Thai Red Curry Noodle Soup
I’ve always been a huge fan of Mediterranean food. It’s good-for-you comfort food that leaves you satisfied without feeling weighed down. Garlic and lemon are prominent ingredients in my version of Chicken Shawarma. The soft pita paired with the creamy tahini and cucumber dressing and warm chicken was the perfect meal after a long day. … Chicken Shawarma with Lemony Tahini Yogurt Sauce
