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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Salad
This chicken salad features a delicious blend of garlic-infused chicken, crisp vegetables, and freshly shredded Parmesan, resulting in a mouthwatering chicken salad unlike any other! Jump to Recipe Spring has finally arrived after a long and windy winter, and I couldn't be more excited! As I prepare my starter plants for their transition to the great outdoors, I've also been busy filling my calendar with some delightful events. We have friends celebrating their love with a we
Apr 63 min read


Four Cheese Fettuccini Chicken Alfredo
This dish combines the rich flavors of Asiago, Fontina, Parmesan, and Provolone cheeses with succulent chicken and perfectly cooked fettuccini. Jump to Recipe Say goodbye to those store-bought jarred Alfredo sauces that have been your go-to for far too long! It's time to elevate your culinary experience with a homemade version that far surpasses anything you can find on supermarket shelves. This mouthwatering recipe offers a rich, creamy texture and a depth of flavor that wil
Mar 163 min read


Home Canned Chicken
Forgot to defrost dinner again? Power outages ruining everything in your freezer? You can have tender, juicy chicken that’s ready when you are. This shelf-stable protein is the perfect addition to your pantry shelves! Jump to Recipe Friends, we have a slight problem. As I write this, 40 states (including mine) are currently enmeshed in a historic winter storm , and more winter storms are expected to hit in the next few days. I’m not rushing to the grocery store (they’re like
Feb 96 min read


Chicken Parmesan Pasta
This recipe features crispy fried chicken bites paired with a rich tomato-based sauce and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. A delicious take on a classic! Jump to Recipe When my husband and I first tied the knot, I was pretty clueless in the kitchen and often turned to convenience foods like frozen, breaded chicken patties and store-bought spaghetti sauce. One of our go-to meals was a simple version of Chicken Parmesan inspired by a nationally known Italian restaura
Feb 54 min read


Hatch Chile and Lime Chicken
Chicken infused with Hatch Chiles, lime, and spices to create a smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor, cooked to perfection. Jump to...
Nov 3, 20254 min read


Mobile Bay Style Gumbo
Experience the vibrant flavors of Mobile Bay with this homemade gumbo recipe, featuring a rich blend of chicken, sausage, and shrimp....
Sep 18, 20255 min read


Sweet & Spicy Orange Chicken
This recipe combines tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy batter and smothered in a luscious, tangy orange sauce. Ideal for weeknight...
Apr 7, 20254 min read


Classic Buffalo Chicken Dip
Buffalo Chicken Dip is a surefire hit at any game day event, combining creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavors that everyone will love. Jump to...
Jan 13, 20253 min read


Parmesan Ranch Crusted Chicken
A deliciously crispy fried chicken that is not only full of flavor but is a kid-approved favorite! Jump to recipe Ah, another day,...
Nov 18, 20244 min read


Caramelized Onion Fried Chicken
Caramelized onions are sweet, rich, savory, and full of umami flavor. They can also take a lot of time to make which is not ideal on a busy weeknight. Thankfully, this recipe uses my homemade caramelized onion powder making this our new favorite 30-minute meal! Jump to Recipe Plain chicken breasts can be both a blessing and a curse in cooking. It holds the flavor of just about anything and everything, however, there are so many different options that it can become overwhelmin
Oct 7, 20244 min read


Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole
Tender chicken, fresh broccoli, and flavorful rice mixed with a homemade cheese sauce create a mouthwatering dinner that is ready in no time! Jump to Recipe What is it about a casserole that's just do deliciously comforting? It seems no matter the season, a good casserole always seems to fit the bill and be a crowd-pleaser. This one is definitely a family favorite! We enjoy hosting dinner with friends and family and this dish is one of my favorites to serve because of its eas
Jun 20, 20243 min read


Creamy Lemon Chicken & Orzo
With a powerhouse combination of lemon, herbs, and garlic in a creamy sauce, this deliciously comforting chicken and pasta dish is sure to please! Jump to Recipe We recently had a small dinner party at our home, and this is one of the pasta dishes I served. I'd actually planned on having this dish be the star of the table, but then I got nervous. I was cooking for new friends for the first time, and I began to doubt myself. I worried that the guests wouldn’t like it or think
May 9, 20245 min read


BBQ Chicken Pizza with Homemade BBQ Sauce
Tender, juicy chicken, smokey homemade barbecue sauce, and a creamy combination of mozzarella and sharp white cheddar piled onto an easy...
Apr 8, 20245 min read


Baked Chicken Taquitos
These Baked Chicken Taquitos are tortillas filled with seasoned chicken, a creamy mix of sharp cheddar cheese and sour cream, and zesty...
Mar 18, 20244 min read


Simple Skillet Sweet and Sour Chicken
This Simple Skillet Sweet and Sour Chicken is sweet, tangy, and comes together in about 30 minutes! Follow along as I make this dish over...
Feb 19, 20244 min read


Three Pepper Chicken
Tangy, mouthwatering, and sure to please, this Three Pepper Chicken is the perfect addition to your menu planning! Jump to recipe Last summer, my banana pepper plants produced like crazy, and I was able to preserve several pints. We really enjoy the Mississippi Roast and Mississippi Chicken recipes, which use pepperoncini peppers, but I like to change things up sometimes. This is a stunning chicken dish that is sure to impress guests, and it comes together in just a few minut
Jan 22, 20243 min read


Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this Buttermilk Fried Chicken recipe is sure to please everyone at your table! Each bite...
Dec 14, 20235 min read


Lemon Thyme & Garlic Roasted Chicken
Juicy, tender chicken infused with a delicious blend of lemon thyme, garlic, and lemon roasted to perfection. A simple and elegant recipe...
Oct 9, 20233 min read


Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
This delicious pasta dish is full of crispy bacon and juicy chicken pieces tossed in a homemade ranch dressing. Jump to Recipe Do you have a feeling of panic when you hear the age-old question, “What’s for dinner?” Eliminate the uncertainty by whipping up this mouthwatering creamy pasta dish that promises to satisfy even the pickiest eaters! Imagine a rich, velvety sauce enveloping perfectly cooked pasta, complemented by tender, juicy pieces of chicken that add a hearty prote
Jul 27, 20235 min read


Baked BBQ Bacon Chicken
This delicious recipe combines the sweet and smoky flavor of BBQ sauce with the savory taste of crispy bacon and the creamy richness of sharp cheddar cheese. It's a perfect dish for a family dinner or a casual gathering with friends! Jump to Recipe While I enjoy BBQ chicken just as much as anyone else, there are days when the heat makes it just too unbearable to hover over a grill. As a heat-sensitive, fair-skinned “woman of a certain age,” I prefer to stay cool indoors durin
Apr 27, 20233 min read
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