By Kristin Helwig
I’m always looking for quick and easy bowls for dinner. They kids have been obsessed with orzo lately so I tossed the chicken in a fresh herb vinaigrette, seared it and mixed it together with greens, saffron orzo, crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, …
One skillet chicken and orzo, 30 minutes, quick easy and lots of vegetables! Spiced seared chicken, cooked together with tons of spinach, asparagus and mushrooms mixed with lemony orzo. Then topped with green olives, feta and cilantro. It’s hard to beat, and is sure to …
We eat a lot of tacos around here, it’s safe to say they are a real family favorite. I have my go to chicken tacos that I make all the time but it’s fun to switch it up sometimes. So these are filled with chicken …
Arepas are a street food down in South America mainly in Venezuela and Columbia. They are little hand formed masa cakes that are pan fried until crispy and golden and then filled. The inside is soft and creamy and the outside is crispy. I filled …
There is something just so special about homemade pasta. Maybe the love and time you put into kneading, rolling and cutting the dough it’s just so therapeutic for me. The boys just love to get their hands in there and helping too. If you have …
What’s not to love about these little wraps?! Crispy chicken with creamy avocado, homemade ranch, juicy tomatoes, shredded mozzarella and a little buffalo sauce wrapped up and grilled in a warm flour tortilla. They only take about a half hour, of course you can get …
What’s not to love about this salad?! Sometimes salads can be so boring to eat, but this one is packed with lots of mixed greens, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, roasted red peppers and crumbled feta. Topped with a crispy chicken breast and then …
This simple Italian classic only takes a couple of ingredients and is so comforting on a long cold night. Great for a weeknight meal or if you have guest coming over. The risotto is rich and creamy from the arborio rice. Paired with the earthy …
This is such a perfect one pot meal, great for those chilly nights when you want something delicious, and it makes the house smell amazing! The chicken sits on a bed of perfectly roasted vegetables with lots of lemon and herbs. Patting the skin dry …
This quick 30 minutes dinner will be a weeknight staple. It’s great for those busy weeknight meals or when guests come over. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful with all the spices, cooked with the peppers and onions on really high heat so they …
With a couple simple ingredients and marinating the chicken its sure to pack a vibrant punch! I love the char from the grill but this would also be great roasted! The marinade is just soy sauce, garlic, lime juice, spices and olive oil. The longer …
Crispy Katsu chicken noodles bowl with marinated chicken in a spicy garlic, ginger and soy sauce. The chicken is coated in panko bread crumbs and sesame seeds, quickly pan fried until golden brown and then placed on top a bowl of noodles and all your …
When making this comforting spiced Indian chicken dish make sure to marinate the chicken with the yogurt and spices. Toasting the spices really enhances all their beautiful flavors. The yogurt will help tenderize the chicken allowing the spices to soak into it. I also love …
Arepas are a popular South American street food, made of masarepa or masa harina, an instant corn masa flour. They are pan fried little corn cakes that are cut in half and filled with meat, cheese and veggies. I braised chicken thighs in chipotle peppers, …
This simple dish is easy enough for a weeknight meal and fancy enough for guests. I love all the different textures and flavors in this. The crispy chicken is lightly breaded in panko, then pan fried and placed on top fresh cucumbers and sweet cherry …
I love this dish when I want something hearty but also light! The chicken meatballs are full of garlic, fresh herbs, tomato paste and spices. I sear them in a cast iron skillet giving them a nice golden crust. But you can always bake them …
I’ve been thinking about something like this for awhile! There really is nothing like homemade naan. It’s so light and chewy and then stuffed with buffalo chicken, mozzarella and a little blue cheese. Dipped in more buffalo sauce and blue cheese sauce it really is …
When it starts getting cold outside all I think about is ramen! There really is nothing more comforting. This one is a rich chicken broth with lots of noodles, roasted squash, crispy chicken, sautéed mushrooms and kale, a little toasted nori, and a soft egg. …
Ohh how I love steamed buns! I literally crave them and haven’t been able to find really good ones around the city yet! This recipe has been a long time in the making. The chicken is seared and then cooked in honey, soy, ginger, garlic, …
This is one of my oldest favorite recipes, it just reminds me of my grandma! She always made the best ones, is it knowing that grandma made them that makes it extra special? I was never able to quite figure out her recipe but I …
It may be the dead middle of summer, but I enjoy noodle bowls all year round. I’ve also just really been craving comforting fall/winter food. But I just love them! And this one is no exception, it’s the Thai version of chicken noodle soup with …
This is such a fun soup to make because it’s so versatile. It really is all about the toppings at the end. Shredded cheese, avocado, sour cream, pico de Gallo all great options. I added chicken but you could totally add shrimp or leave it …
This last week was a really tough week I believe for everyone, I couldn’t even cook I was so saddened by what had happened. But I’m hoping now that things are looking up and going to get better. On another note we had gone home …
The other day I was really craving some good Chinese, and during this time most of our favorite places are shut down so we couldn’t even get take out. So in order to fulfill the craving I made a little orange chicken but added peppers …
I love fried chicken! Especially when it is done right, you just can’t compare. This is a little twist on that. I took the chicken breast and butterflied it sauteed up some peppers, spinach and feta. Really you can use whatever you would like for …
Marinated in a spiced buttermilk and double dipped in the flour so it’s extra crispy….I Mean!! It. Is. So. Good!!! The garlic herb buttermilk mayo just adds the creaminess to balance out all the crunch along with crisp green bibb lettuce. Simply perfection! It’s delicious! …
On a cold wintery night with a fire in the fire place and a warm soup on the stove there is nothing more cozy than to curl up with a warm fuzzy blanket and a big bowl of soup. This soup is so easy to …
Jambalaya is one of those tried and true one pot meals that brings all kinds of people together. Straight from New Orleans its got all the flavors! This rice dish is packed with chicken, andouille sausage and shrimp. I love this recipe because it feels …
I just posted the whipped acorn squash and apple puree and paired it tonight for dinner along with seared chicken and brussel sprouts! Such a perfect fall dinner. All the flavors just pair so well together. Make sure to get the nice sear crust on …
Rice bowls are one of those things that are so simple and quick to put together. You can be so creative with anything you want to put on top of them. I love making mediterranean platters, just putting all these topping on a plate and …
Ohhh it is getting chilly outside!! What a better way to warm up than with a big hot bowl of ramen?! This is super easy to make and only takes about 30 minutes. Of course the longer you simmer the broth the better but it’s …
With summer just a day away I wanted to try switching things up so I made this Vietnamese chicken banh mi. It’s sweet, spicy and salty grilled chicken loaded up with a siracha honey, pickled vegetables and lots of herbs. It’s so bright and delicious …
There are food trucks all over New York city that feature chicken or lamb that’s been seasoned with a Middle Eastern spice mix, seared on a grill or skillet and then served over rice or with a warm pita bread. Being Father’s day yesterday we …
This is a true fiesta in a bowl right here! Perfect for Cinco de Mayo coming up! It pairs very nicely with a little spicy strawberry margarita as well. The chicken is a little smokey and spicy. While the pico adds a nice freshness along …
Pupusas are a traditional street food in Central America mostly in El Salvador. They are delicious masa cakes filled typically with pork, cheese or beans. I filled mine with braised chicken and melted cheese. Topped with salsa, sour cream and avocado it’s like going on …
I love a good meal like this after a long day! It’s comforting and healthy. Stuffing chicken may seem difficult but it’s very simple and perfect for a weeknight or a gathering, Plus it looks really pretty when you put this whole skillet on the …