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Smoked Beef Brisket

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Smoked Beef Brisket is a classic barbecue dish that is perfect for summer cookouts. Traeger pellet grills make it easy to get the perfect smoke flavor, and the results are juicy and delicious. Here’s how to make smoked beef brisket on your Traeger grill.

When it comes to bbq there is one thing that every griller must master – brisket. For the longest time, we tried making brisket in the oven or on a gas grill – it was never quite what we wanted.

Then we got a Traeger smoker and it was a complete game-changer. Tender, juicy, falling apart beef brisket turned into one of the easiest and MOST DELICIOUS things we make during bbq season. You won’t believe how simple this is and I know you’ll love it.

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Pork Belly Burnt Ends

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Slow-cooked and smoked, these Pork Belly Burnt Ends have a melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich and tangy-sweet, smoky flavor.

Have you ever enjoyed burnt ends before? I had the pleasure of traveling to Kansas City for a retreat with some friends some years back. The first place we stopped after leaving the airport was a great BBQ place for some lunch.

Because I’m all about the super tender and saucy meat – I ordered the burnt ends at the suggestion of a friend, not knowing what really to expect. I was instantly in love and immediately set out to make my own tried and true recipe when I returned home.

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs are the perfect dish to serve for any family gathering, potluck, or party. This twist on a classic recipe makes a moist and tender rib that everyone loves.

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs are the perfect summertime meal! No need to heat up the kitchen with the oven, simply let your crockpot do all the work.

The ribs come out tender and full of flavor, just like they were cooked on the grill. Serve them with your favorite sides and enjoy!

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When it comes to BBQ we are known for our ribs. Friends and family rave over our rib recipes and for good reason. Many of our recipes have been made by millions of people and we are flooded with raving reviews.

Over our 25+ years together we have worked hard to make amazingly delicious rib recipes that are also easy to make so that everyone can “wow their crowd” with some crazy good food.

I know you’ll love this super simple recipe that is great for summer when you want to keep the kitchen cool and the activity to a minimum.

Slow Cooker BBQ Ribs

Here are some commonly asked questions

The recipe calls for frozen peaches. Can I use fresh peaches instead?

Frozen peaches make for the most convenient way to prepare this recipe. However, nothing beats the summer flavors that come with fresh peaches, making them a terrific addition to this recipe. Just make sure you budget extra time for cutting and peeling them, as this can be a very long process.

What type of barbecue sauce should I use?

This recipe will turn out great if you use your favorite barbecue sauce. However, if you feel like mixing it up a little, you may find that sweet sauces will do best for marrying the flavor of the peaches.

These sauces typically have a brown sugar base and caramelize when cooked. You can try this recipe with my Texas BBQ Sauce, which has that sweet brown sugar base but still has a little kick.

How best can I store and reheat Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs?

These ribs can be stored in the refrigerator for up to four days. Be sure that you promptly refrigerate any leftovers to minimize the number of microbes that grow rapidly at room temperature. Typically, you only have about an hour before the population of microbes on your food could start to become unsafe or reduce the amount of time it can be stored in the refrigerator before it spoils.

Reheating Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs can vary by the type of meat you used. However, both spare ribs and baby back ribs will dry out when you put them in the microwave. Be sure to add a little extra barbecue sauce before trying to reheat to avoid this issue.

Why are my slow-cooker spareribs tough?

There are a few reasons why your slow-cooker spareribs might be tough. One possibility is that you did not remove the membrane from the back of the ribs before cooking them. The membrane can make the ribs tough, so be sure to remove it before cooking.

Another possibility is that you under or overcooked the ribs. Slow-cooker ribs should be cooked on low for 6-8 hours, or on high for 3-4 hours. Any longer than that and they will start to dry out and become tough. If your ribs are tough, try cooking them for a shorter amount of time next time. With this recipe, they should be very tender when they are ready to serve.

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What type of ribs go best with this recipe? Should I use spare ribs or baby back ribs?

It is all about what type of experience you are going for. Spare ribs tend to hold together well and carry a much richer flavor. But baby back ribs usually deliver that fall-off-the-bone tenderness that people typically associate with a good rib.

I personally prefer to use baby back ribs when I make this recipe because you get more of a buttery, tender flavor with that variety.

Should I use light or dark brown sugar?

Since I make my own brown sugar, I use light brown sugar for almost all of my recipes. But light or dark brown will work with this recipe. 
You can also make your own brown sugar with my Homemade Brown Sugar recipe.

How do you remove the membrane from the back of the ribs?

The easiest way to remove the membrane from the back of the ribs is to use a sharp knife. First, make a small incision in the membrane and then peel it away from the ribs. If you have trouble getting started, you can also use a paper towel to get a grip on the membrane. Once you have removed the membrane, your ribs will be ready to cook!

ingredients for Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

Rub

  • chili powder
  • brown sugar
  • ground cumin
  • smoked paprika
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • cayenne pepper

Ribs

  • pork spare ribs – cut in half or pieces to fit the slow cooker
  • sweet barbecue sauce
  • frozen peaches

I don’t like spicy food. Can I remove some of the chili powder and cayenne?

You do not have to make these ribs spicy if you don’t want to. Many of the dry ingredients in this recipe can be substituted for others so you can change the flavor as you see fit. You can try adding some dried onions or a little rosemary to complement the tanginess of the barbecue sauce and the sweetness of the peaches.

What makes a good side dish for these Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs?

When I have these ribs, I like to incorporate the flavors of summer with some of my fresh Sea Salt Garlic Corn, Grilled Corn Pasta Salad, or my best Macaroni Salad. These dishes are easy to prepare while you are waiting for the ribs to finish in the slow cooker and they compliment the sweetness of the peaches. Here are a few other great recipes to serve with these ribs…

Sides

Drinks

Desserts

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How to Make Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

  1. Prepare the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or spritz with oil.
  2. Mix the chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  3. Rub the ribs with the combined rub seasoning on all sides.
  4. Place the ribs into the slow cooker in layers with the barbecue sauce and peaches in between each layer.
  5. Place the over on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  6. Carefully remove the ribs and stir the sauce and peaches together.
  7. Serve the ribs with the sauce.

What slow cooker do you use?

We actually have several slow cookers that we have acquired over the years from doing this job. I have a smaller one that is great for half recipes.

But the one I use the most is this standard, no-frills slow cooker that is perfect for this particular recipe.

How can I add a smokier flavor to these ribs?

If you would like to add a little more of a smoky flavor to your ribs, you can put them on the barbecue after they have been cooked thoroughly in the slow cooker. However, this does require you to plan ahead and cut your ribs into smaller sets so that they don’t fall apart as easily when you transfer them to the barbecue.

I find that my Traeger is perfect for adding that signature smoked flavor to this recipe. If you don’t have a Traeger, you can ignite some hickory, mesquite, or applewood chips in a foil packet with small holes poked in the top for airflow. This restricts the amount of oxygen that can get to the flame, causing the wood to smolder and smoke.

Another way to add a smokier flavor would be to add a couple of drops of liquid smoke to the slow cooker before cooking. This gives a great “from the bbq” flavor that will be just what you are looking for.

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Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs

Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs are the perfect dish to serve for any family gathering, potluck, or party. This twist on a classic recipe makes a moist and tender rib that everyone loves.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crock pot, crockpot, pork, slow cooker, spare ribs
Servings: 8
Calories: 832kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large slow cooker at least 6 quarts

Ingredients

Rub

  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Ribs

  • 1 rack pork spare ribs cut in half or pieces to fit the slow cooker
  • 2 ½ cups sweet barbecue sauce
  • 16 ounces frozen peaches

Instructions

  • Prepare the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or spritz with oil.
  • Mix the chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, paprika, salt, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
  • Rub the ribs with the combined rub seasoning on all sides.
  • Place the ribs into the slow cooker in layers with the barbecue sauce and peaches in between each layer.
  • Place the over on the slow cooker and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Carefully remove the ribs and stir the sauce and peaches together.
  • Serve the ribs with the sauce.

Notes

The sauce in the slow cooker should thicken as it cools. You can always add more sauce of choice when serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 832kcal | Carbohydrates: 99g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 135mg | Sodium: 2062mg | Potassium: 523mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 86g | Vitamin C: 54mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg | Net Carbohydrates: 2g

Smoked Chicken Thighs

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Traeger Smoked Chicken Thighs are the perfect summertime BBQ dish. They’re juicy, flavorful, and easy to make. Everyone loves them!

When it comes to making dinner – I love to take it outside on the grill. When the weather gets nice it seems we make as much as we can on our Traeger.

These bone-in chicken thighs are no different. You’ll love how they are tender and juicy and have such a wonderful smoky flavor!

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Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

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Smoked Tri-Tip Roast is flavorful, tender, and juicy and is perfect for the Traeger. Great for backyard BBQs, summer gatherings, and more!

Traeger Smoked Tri-Tip Roast is the perfect way to enjoy beef sirloin. This cut of meat is known for its rich flavor, and when smoked, it takes on a delicious smoky taste that will have your mouth watering.

This recipe is the perfect way to enjoy a family-style meal with friends and family. Smoked tri-tip beef roast is easy to prepare and loaded with flavor.

If you don’t have a smoker – try our recipe for making tri-tip on the grill.

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Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

For many years we would make a sirloin roast in the oven. But once we got our Traeger – we were absolutely hooked on the amazing flavor it can have when using the smoker.

I mean- you can’t get a beautiful smoke ring like that when baking it in the oven. Nothing compares to making this beef recipe on the Traeger or pellet-style grill.

**Pair these with our Texas BBQ Sauce!

Smoked Sirloin Tip Roast

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store leftover tri-tip roast

We love to have leftovers for sandwiches, salads and dinner the next night. Place them in an airtight container and keep them refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Can this recipe be doubled?

You bet! I don’t recommend trying to double this on the small camper Traeger as it really can only hold one of these. But we can fit up to 4 of them on our pro-grill Traeger making doubling, tripling, or quadrupling this recipe so easy.

Watch For The Stall

So – if you are using a thermometer throughout the smoking process, (instead of just poking and checking occasionally) you will notice something called the stall.

When the collagen in meat breaks down, the temperature will stop rising for a period of time. It’s aggravating, but every time-consuming cut of meat will have this. Brisket and pork shoulders are notorious for it.

Just continue to let it cook, be patient, and know that it is all worth it when you get to the end and you can enjoy the juiciest and most delicious cut of meat you’ve ever had!

What to serve with smoked tri-tip

We pair tri-tip with so many things. But since we are typically smoking meat in the summer/warmer months – here are some of our absolute favorite BBQ pairings you’ll want to serve alongside this delicious meat!

Sides

Drinks

Desserts

Smoked BBQ Roast

What is Tri-Tip?

A tri-tip is a cut of beef that comes from the bottom sirloin. This particular cut is known for its rich flavor, and when smoked, it takes on a delicious smoky taste that will have your mouth watering.

Because it is a leaner cut of meat, it is important not to overcook it, as it can become tough. When cooked correctly, however, tri-tip is an incredibly flavorful and juicy piece of meat.

DON’T LIFT THE LID

Your smoker is just like your oven – if you open the lid or open the door repeatedly then you are letting the heat out. Each time you do that you add cold air in and the smoker just has to work that much harder to get back up to temp so it can continue to cook at the proper temp.

This just makes the meat cook that much slower. So just leave the lid closed, rely on your thermometer, and be patient!

What Wood Is Best For Smoked Tri-Tip?

Feel free to use any flavor pellets you like. We prefer hickory, applewood, pecan, or cherry wood.

Don’t miss our Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb for an easy holiday main dish!

Beef Roast on the Smoker

Should I wrap the meat?

We aren’t wrapping for this recipe until we get to the middle part of this recipe. I don’t recommend going without the wrap for the entirety of the cooking process for this roast.

Basically wrapping helps to get through the stall faster. Wrapping is sometimes referred to in BBQ circles as the “Texas crutch,” since it helps you get over the stall hump.

So if you forgot to get things going earlier in the day or just have a bit less time to be patient – wrapping is the way to go.

The meat can take longer to cook without being wrapped, as well as lose moisture over time. The moisture in the meat is trapped when it’s wrapped.

Do I need to spritz?

There’s no need to spritz the meat while it’s smoking, but you may if you want to. Spraying the beef with apple juice or apple cider vinegar every 45 minutes to an hour will keep it moist and allow for a little more smoke to stick.

Simply fill a clean spray bottle with apple juice or apple cider vinegar and spray the meat every 45 minutes. You can also use bourbon for added flavor.

You can also just place a small heat-safe bowl filled with your liquid of choice inside the smoker while the meat is cooking.

Ingredients for Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

  • Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast – excess fat trimmed
  • butter or beef tallow

RUB

  • ground coffee
  • granulated garlic
  • coarse salt
  • onion powder
  • black pepper
  • chili powder
How to make Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

What Traeger model is needed for this recipe?

I would say that most standing Traeger models can handle a whole lot of meat. We have the Pro 34 in blue & we take out the swinging rack from the lid when we make large things like a turkey – but I don’t think that is necessary for this beef roast. We have even made this recipe on our portable Ranger model that we use for camping and it had enough space.

How to Make Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

  1. Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees with the lid closed. Prepare the meat while the smoker is heating.
  2. Place a heat-safe bowl of bourbon or apple cider vinegar inside the smoker – off to the side so it is out of the way.
  3. If your butcher hasn’t already – begin by trimming any excess fat and silver skin from the roast. Place on a tray lined with foil for seasoning.
  4. Rub the butter or tallow all over the outside of the roast.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the rub ingredients – coffee grounds, granulated garlic, coarse salt, onion powder, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir.
  6. Liberally add the rub to the roast, patting it down onto the butter.
  7. Place the roast on the preheated smoker. If you just lift it by the foil and set it along with the foil on the smoker – this is the easiest way. Be sure to leave the foil open for now – do not wrap.
  8. Close the lid and let it smoke until it reaches 165 degrees internal temperature. You should have a beautiful bark that has formed on the outside. This should take about 3-4 hours.
  9. Once the roast has reached 165 degrees inside, pull the sides of the foil around the roast to cover it. You may need to add another piece on top to completely cover it. You don’t want any steam or heat escaping at this point. Do this carefully as it will be quite hot. Leave the temperature probe sticking out of the foil.
  10. Cook until the temperature reaches 205 degrees – approximately another 2 hours.
  11. Remove from the smother and unwrap the roast. Gently tent it with foil and let it rest for another 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Do you flip tri-tip when smoking it?

It is not necessary to flip tri-tip when smoking it, as the meat will cook evenly all the way around.

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Products I love when making Smoked Tri-Tip Roast…

This beef recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never cooked on your smoker before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this dinner recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)

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Juicy marinated Grilled Pork Chops are a deliciously easy dinner. The recipe includes instructions for making on a gas grill or the Traeger.
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Garlic Butter Salmon is a simple foil packet dinner recipe that’s oven-baked for a quick & healthy dinner or made on the grill at your next backyard BBQ.
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Smoked Tri-Tip Roast

Smoked Tri-Tip Roast is flavorful, tender, and juicy and is perfect for the Traeger. Great for backyard BBQs, summer gatherings, and more!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 10 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, BBQ
Keyword: beef, roast, sirloin, smoked, smoker recipes, tri-tip
Servings: 4
Calories: 1787kcal

Equipment

  • 1 smoker/Traeger/pellet grill

Ingredients

  • 3-4 lbs Sirloin Tri-Tip Roast – excess fat trimmed
  • 1-2 tbsp butter or beef tallow

RUB

  • 1 tbsp ground coffee
  • 1 tbsp granulated garlic
  • 1 tbsp coarse salt
  • 3 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp chili powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the smoker to 250 degrees with the lid closed. Prepare the meat while the smoker is heating.
  • Place a heat-safe bowl of bourbon or apple cider vinegar inside the smoker – off to the side so it is out of the way.
  • If your butcher hasn’t already – begin by trimming any excess fat and silver skin from the roast. Place on a tray lined with foil for seasoning.
  • Rub the butter or tallow all over the outside of the roast.
  • In a small bowl, combine the rub ingredients – coffee grounds, granulated garlic, coarse salt, onion powder, black pepper, and chili powder. Stir.
  • Liberally add the rub to the roast, patting it down onto the butter.
  • Place the roast on the preheated smoker. If you just lift it by the foil and set it along with the foil on the smoker – this is the easiest way. Be sure to leave the foil open for now – do not wrap.
  • Close the lid and let it smoke until it reaches 165 degrees internal temperature. You should have a beautiful bark that has formed on the outside. This should take about 3-4 hours.
  • Once the roast has reached 165 degrees inside, pull the sides of the foil around the roast to cover it. You may need to add another piece on top to completely cover it. You don’t want any steam or heat escaping at this point. Do this carefully as it will be quite hot. Leave the temperature probe sticking out of the foil.
  • Cook until the temperature reaches 205 degrees – approximately another 2 hours.
  • Remove from the smother and unwrap the roast. Gently tent it with foil and let it rest for another 30 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1787kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 211g | Fat: 99g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Cholesterol: 691mg | Sodium: 2293mg | Potassium: 3315mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 0.2g | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 272mg | Iron: 16mg | Net Carbohydrates: 3g

Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

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If you love chicken parmesan but don’t love all the work that goes into making it, Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan is for you! It’s easy to throw together and results in a delicious, hearty meal.

This slow cooker chicken parmesan recipe is a family favorite! You can prep it and set it and forget about it while you get everything else ready for your next meal.

It is the ultimate crockpot meal! You’ll love how easy it is to throw together, and you’ll love how delicious it tastes!

Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

I’m all about the super easy when it comes to making dinner. But with really watching carbs to balance things like insulin resistance – we have been more mindful of what we are making.

So high protein meals are where it’s at for us at the moment. We made this – let the kids have the pasta to go with it, while we paired our delicious cheesy chicken with a salad.

I have to say – this is AMAZING and you just can’t beat how simple it is to make.

Easy Chicken Parmesan

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What will I need to complete this recipe?

For this recipe, we will be using mushrooms, onion, olive oil, chicken breasts, pasta sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, bay leaves, mozzarella cheese, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil to garnish.  You’ll also need cooked spaghetti for serving.

We will be using a 6 or 7-quart slow cooker or larger and a large 12” skillet.

How to store leftover chicken parmesan

Once the dish has cooled completely you can store it in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

Can you freeze this dish?

Yes, this dish freezes well.  Freeze in a resealable bag, or freezer-safe container for up to 3 months.  Prepare the spaghetti noodles at the time of eating though.

Ingredients for Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan

What size slow cooker should I use?

This will depend on the size of the chicken breasts you buy.  The ones in the images here are good size (big) chicken breasts and that is a 6-quart slow cooker.  I wouldn’t go any smaller than the 6-quart unless you are cutting this recipe in half.

Ingredients for Chicken Parmesan

  • sliced mushrooms
  • onion – sliced
  • olive oil
  • chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • pasta sauce
  • dried basil
  • dried oregano
  • bay leaves
  • mozzarella cheese – shredded
  • parmesan cheese – shredded
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • cooked spaghetti for serving

Any pasta sauce will do?

Yes, pick your favorite.  I happen to like sauces that contain less sugar but, this should be your choice of favorite pasta sauce in order to make this dish work for you best.

chicken and mushrooms in slow cooker

How to Make Chicken Parmesan in the Crockpot

  1. Spray the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or cooking oil.
  2. Add the sliced onions and mushrooms to the bottom of the pot.
  3. Drizzle the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper.
  5. After about 3 minutes on each side (when browned all sides), add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, on top of the mushrooms.
  6. Pour the pasta sauce all over the chicken breasts, evenly.
  7. Add the bay leaves and sprinkle with basil and oregano.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  9. After cooking time is over, sprinkle the cheese evenly on top of the chicken breasts and allow it to sit in the slow cooker for 10 minutes, without the lid, to melt the cheese.
  10. Serve on a bed of spaghetti, garnished with fresh basil.

What’s the difference between chicken parmesan and chicken parmigiana?

Nothing, it’s the exact same dish, just pronounced differently.

Is chicken parmesan unhealthy?

This depends on what type of diet you are on. It should be avoided if you are on a low-calorie diet.  It is very high in calories. However- this would be a completely acceptable dish if you were on a diabetic diet, low carb, or have metabolic syndrome or insulin resistance – PROVIDING YOU DON’T SERVE THIS OVER PASTA.

You can make this and enjoy just the chicken and mushrooms without the spaghetti. Be sure to check your pasta sauce for added sugar. There are some brands that offer ones without sugar being in the top three ingredients on the list.

adding the sauce

What should be served with Chicken Parmesan?

Usually, the #1 choice here is spaghetti.  Then you can also serve with veggie noodles, Caesar salad, cauliflower salad, broccoli salad…. Even mashed potatoes taste great with this dish.

Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?

There is some debate about making frozen chicken in a slow cooker. While I know many people that do just toss the frozen chicken in there – the issue is that because it is frozen the chicken spends too much time either not being cold enough or hot enough to prevent bacteria growth when it is cooking from a frozen state.

It just takes too long for it to completely thaw and then reach proper temperature – which can lead to unsafe consumption. 

Can I substitute the mozzarella cheese for another type of cheese?

Sure! If you’re not a fan of mozzarella, you could try using cheddar cheese or even Swiss cheese.

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adding parmesan cheese

I don’t have any Parmesan cheese on hand. Can I omit it from the recipe?

The Parmesan cheese is really what gives this dish its flavor, so we wouldn’t recommend leaving it out. However, if you’re in a pinch, you could try using Romano cheese instead.

What to serve with chicken parmesan

While this chicken recipe is the main dish, there are a couple of recipes we like to serve alongside this delicious dinner.

What slow cooker do you use?

We actually have several slow cookers that we have acquired over the years from doing this job. I have a smaller one that is great for half recipes.

But the one I use the most is this standard, no-frills slow cooker that is perfect for this particular recipe.

Recipe Variations

Adapt this recipe – you can change up the type of cheese, mix in some ground sausage to the sauce before adding it to the cooker, or even add veggies to make it completely different.

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If you love chicken parmesan but don’t love all the work that goes into making it, this Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan is for you! It’s easy to throw together and results in a delicious, hearty meal.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time6 hours
Total Time6 hours 10 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: cheese, chicken, chicken breast, crock pot, crockpot, parmesan, slow cooker
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 6 oz sliced mushrooms
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 chicken breasts
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups pasta sauce
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 2 bay leaves
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • fresh basil for garnish
  • cooked spaghetti for serving

Instructions

  • Spray the inside of the slow cooker with cooking spray or cooking oil.
  • Add the sliced onions and mushrooms to the bottom of the pot.
  • Drizzle the olive oil in a large skillet and over medium heat.
  • Add the chicken breasts to the skillet, season with salt and pepper.
  • After about 3 minutes on each side (when browned all sides), add the chicken breasts to the slow cooker, on top of the mushrooms.
  • Pour the pasta sauce all over the chicken breasts, evenly.
  • Add the bay leaves and sprinkle with basil and oregano.
  • Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours or high for 3-4 hours.
  • After cooking time is over, sprinkle the cheese evenly on top of the chicken breasts and allow it to sit in the slow cooker for 10 minutes, without the lid, to melt the cheese.
  • Serve on a bed of spaghetti, garnished with fresh basil.

Smoked Beef Ribs

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Ribs are a staple of barbecue cook-offs and summer picnics. Make this award-winning recipe for Smoked Beef Ribs that everyone loves!

Who loves ribs??!! Ribs are one of our favorite things to make. For many years when we lived in Nevada, we would go to the rib cook-off every fall and sample all they had to offer.

Needles to say, it was quite an experience and one that we try to recreate here in Idaho at least a couple of times during the summer months.

**Pair these with our Texas BBQ Sauce!

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While we mostly make baby-back pork ribs, when we make a trip to the butcher to restock the freezers, we pick up a few packs of these beef ribs.

I have to say – they are absolutely scrumptious and I always wonder why we don’t make them more often. They are so juicy and tender. I know you’ll love them!

Traeger Beef Ribs

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store leftover beef ribs

If you happen to have any leftovers, place them in an airtight container and keep them refrigerated for up to 4 days.

Can this recipe be doubled?

You bet! Even the small camper Traeger can hold at least a couple of these racks of ribs side-by-side. So when we are cooking for a crowd, we can fit 4-5 racks on our pro-grill Traeger making doubling, tripling or quadrupling this recipe so easy.

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What Traeger model is needed for this recipe?

I would say that most standing Traeger models can handle a whole lot of meat. We have the Pro 34 in blue & we take out the swinging rack from the lid when we make large things like a turkey – but I don’t think that is necessary for this ribs recipe. We have even made this recipe on our portable Ranger model that we use for camping and it had enough space.

Do I need to spritz?

There’s no need to spritz the meat while it’s smoking, but you may if you want to. Spraying the beef with apple juice or apple cider vinegar every 45 minutes to an hour will keep it moist and allow for a little more smoke to stick.

Simply fill a clean spray bottle with apple juice or apple cider vinegar and spray the meat every 45 minutes. You can also use bourbon for added flavor.

You can also just place a small heat-safe bowl filled with your liquid of choice inside the smoker while the meat is cooking.

Ingredients for Smoked Beef Ribs

Ingredients for Smoked Beef Ribs

  • rack of short plate ribs or chuck ribs
  • spicy beer brown mustard or mustard of your choice
  • kosher or sea salt
  • cracked black pepper
  • Vinegar for spritzing in a food-grade spray bottle

DON’T LIFT THE LID

Your smoker is just like your oven – if you open the lid or open the door repeatedly then you are letting the heat out. Each time you do that you add cold air in and the smoker just has to work that much harder to get back up to temp so it can continue to cook at the proper temp.

This just makes the meat cook that much slower. So just leave the lid closed, rely on your thermometer, and be patient!

How to Make Traeger beef ribs

How to Make Smoked Beef Ribs

  1. Preheat the smoker to 250° F.
  2. Using a paper towel, dry off the surface of the ribs and remove the membrane from the backside of the ribs if it has not been removed. You can do this by using a butter knife to slide under the membrane to get started and pull off using a paper towel to grip the membrane.
  3. Cover the outside of the ribs with the mustard, this acts as a binding agent for the spices. As well as adding a little flavor kick.
  4. Mix together the salt and pepper and cover the ribs generously.
  5. Place ribs on the smoker centered on the grates away from any hot spots and close the lid. Smoke for 3 hours.
  6. After the initial 3-hour smoke, spritz the ribs with the vinegar every hour until an internal read thermometer reads 203-205° F.
  7. Remove the ribs from the smoker and double wrap in aluminum foil and rest inside a cooler for at least 1 hour.
  8. Serve with your favorite Texas BBQ sauce.

What to serve with smoked beef ribs

We pair these beef ribs with so many things. But since we are typically making them in the summer/warmer months – here are some of our absolute favorite BBQ pairings you’ll want to serve alongside these delicious ribs!

Sides

Drinks

Desserts

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What type of smoker is best for smoking beef ribs?

Any type of smoker can be used for smoking beef ribs, but we recommend using a Traeger Smoker. The Traeger Smoker uses wood pellets to create smoke, which gives the beef ribs a delicious flavor.

Notes

  • You can use any style of mustard for the binder.
  • You can experiment with adding different flavors to the vinegar spritz, some suggestions are hot sauce or substituting for apple cider vinegar.
  • Try bourbon instead of vinegar for your spritz.
  • Place a small metal bowl of apple juice or vinegar inside the smoker with the ribs instead of spritzing.
  • Wood Pellet Choices: Apple, Pecan, Cherry

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smoking ribs on the Traeger

Watch For The Stall

So – if you are using a thermometer throughout the smoking process, (instead of just poking and checking occasionally) you will notice something called the stall.

When the collagen in meat breaks down, the temperature will stop rising for a period of time. It’s aggravating, but every time-consuming cut of meat will have this. Brisket and pork shoulders are notorious for it.

Just continue to let it cook, be patient, and know that it is all worth it when you get to the end and you can enjoy the juiciest and most delicious cut of meat you’ve ever had!

Should I wrap the meat?

We aren’t wrapping for this recipe until the end when the meat needs to rest. However – there are plenty of people that swear by wrapping.

Basically wrapping helps to get through the stall faster. Wrapping is sometimes referred to in BBQ circles as the “Texas crutch,” since it helps you get over the stall hump.

So if you forgot to get things going earlier in the day or just have a bit less time to be patient – wrapping is the way to go.

The meat can take longer to cook without being wrapped, as well as lose moisture over time. The moisture in the meat is trapped when it’s wrapped.

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Products I love when making Traeger beef ribs…

This beef ribs recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never made smoked ribs before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this delicious dinner recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)

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Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 hours
Total Time10 hours 15 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, ribs, smoked, smoker recipes, traeger
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 smoker/Traeger

Ingredients

  • 4- bone rack of short plate ribs or chuck ribs
  • 3 tablespoons spicy beer brown mustard or mustard of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons kosher or sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons cracked black pepper
  • Vinegar for spritzing in a food-grade spray bottle

Instructions

  • Preheat the smoker to 250° F.
  • Using a paper towel, dry off the surface of the ribs and remove the membrane from the backside of the ribs if it has not been removed. You can do this by using a butter knife to slide under the membrane to get started and pull off using a paper towel to grip the membrane.
  • Cover the outside of the ribs with the mustard, this acts as a binding agent for the spices. As well as adding a little flavor kick.
  • Mix together the salt and pepper and cover the ribs generously.
  • Place ribs on the smoker centered on the grates away from any hot spots and close lid. Smoke for 3 hours.
  • After the initial 3 hour smoke, spritz the ribs with the vinegar every hour until an internal read thermometer reads 203-205° F.
  • Remove the ribs from the smoker and double wrap in aluminum foil and rest inside a cooler for at least 1 hour.
  • Serve with your favorite Texas BBQ sauce.

Notes

  • You can use any style of mustard for the binder.
  • You can experiment with adding different flavors to the vinegar spritz, some suggestions are hot sauce or substituting for apple cider vinegar.
  • Try bourbon instead of vinegar for your spritz.
  • Place a small metal bowl of apple juice or vinegar inside the smoker with the ribs instead of spritzing.
  • Wood Pellet Choices: Apple, Pecan, Cherry

Smoked Pork Butt

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Break out the Traeger or pellet grill! This Smoked Pork Butt is made with a flavorful rub and perfectly smoked until juicy and tender.

Smoked pork shoulder is a delicious and easy way to cook pork. It’s a great option for dinner, and it’s also perfect for leftovers. A smoked pork shoulder is made with a pork butt, which is a cut of meat from the shoulder of the pig. The pork butt is heavily marbled with fat, which makes it ideal for smoking.

Smoked pork shoulder is best cooked on a Traeger, but it can also be cooked in a smoker or oven. The key to smoking pork shoulder is to cook it low and slow. Pork shoulder should be cooked at a temperature of 225 degrees Fahrenheit for 8-10 hours but sometimes up to 15 depending on the size of the pork.

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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

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Air Fryer Hot Dogs are a quick and easy dinner option that the whole family will love. Fast and easy to make – ready in less than 10 minutes!

Who loves hot dogs? We are all raising our hands here. They are a favorite here in our house!

Hot dogs are a staple food of summer barbecues and cookouts. And now, you can cook them in your air fryer! Follow this recipe to make delicious, crispy hot dogs that your family and friends will love.

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Sesame Chicken Recipe – Air Fryer

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This Sesame Chicken Recipe made in the Air Fryer is crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. It’s the perfect weeknight meal when short on time.

Making sesame chicken in the air fryer is a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table. This dish is full of flavor and can be made in just a few minutes. Plus, it’s a healthier option than deep-fried chicken.

The best part is that not only does it taste just as good, if not better, than take-out – but it is so much faster than driving to pick it up or waiting for delivery.

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Now that we don’t live in the city, we have had to go back to making our own favorite dishes from places we used to get take-out from all the time. Fortunately, it is super easy to make recipes like this sesame chicken.

For years we would make this the traditional way in the big pot of oil on the stove. But now we love being able to skip the oil and speed up the process by breaking out the air fryer instead. Fast, easy, and convenient.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is air fryer sesame chicken?

Air fryer sesame chicken is a quick and easy way to get dinner on the table. This dish is full of flavor and can be made in just a few minutes. Plus, it’s a healthier option than deep-fried chicken.

What do you serve with sesame chicken?

Sesame chicken can be served with white rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Other possible sides include noodles, salads, or stir-fried vegetables. Here are a few other recipes we like to serve with this chicken.

How to store leftover sesame chicken

To store leftover sesame chicken, let it cool completely before transferring it to an airtight container. You can keep leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days, or you can freeze them for up to 1 month. When ready to enjoy your sesame chicken again, simply reheat it in the air fryer for a few minutes. Enjoy!

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

Similar to a convection oven, it circulates the hot air within the cooking area using a high-powered fan. This helps evenly distribute the heat around the food which not only creates more evenly cooked food but also reduced cooking times.

By circulating the hot air, which contains the fine oil droplets from adding a light mist layer before cooking, and allows you to remove the need for submerging our foods in heavy oils to create the deliciously crunchy foods we all love.

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Can I use chicken breasts or chicken tenders for this recipe?

Honestly – either will work just fine. You will still end up with a fantastic dish even if you cube the chicken tenders or boneless skinless chicken breasts. I just prefer the breast over the thighs for this.

What if all my chicken won’t fit in the air fryer?

No worries – you can work in batches. If you have trouble getting it all to fit – please don’t crowd the chicken in the basket. It needs airflow to cook properly. Just make all of the chicken in the cornstarch and then cook what will fit. Then remove and cook the remaining chicken. Then toss it all in the sauce together.

Can this recipe be baked?

Yes – if you want to bake this chicken instead, just prepare as directed and then bake in a 400-degree oven for 20-25 minutes or until cooked through.

What are the benefits of air frying?

Healthier

It’s no secret that fried foods are more fattening – but did you know that there are 9 calories in every gram of fat? With air frying, we can reduce the fat by removing most of the oils usually needed to create crunchy foods. This helps to drastically reduce fat intake and calories.

Convenience

I love being able to cook with my air fryer and eliminate the need for large baking sheets and lots of pots and pans. Most of my air fryer recipes can be made with just a mixing bowl or two or a small saucepan in addition to my air fryer.

Energy Efficient

Someone said to me once, “why make this in the air fryer if you can do it the conventional way in the same amount of time?” Well, air frying helps eliminate the need for a conventional oven.

Not only can you keep your home cooler in the summer by not using the oven, but you are saving money with reduced energy consumption costs as well.

Time Saver

I don’t know about you, but if I can avoid turning on the oven and having to wait 20 minutes for it to preheat, I’m happy about that. Most air fryer recipes either don’t require that you preheat the fryer – or the preheat time is 5 minutes or less. That is a huge time saver over using the oven.

Take it on the go

I love that the air fryer is compact and easy to take along on trips. We pack ours in our RV and find that air fryer cooking while camping is so much easier than trying to deep fry foods on a small RV stove or camping burner.

ingredients for Sesame Chicken

Ingredients for Sesame Chicken

Chicken

  • boneless skinless chicken breasts – cut into 1” cubes
  • eggs – beaten
  • cornstarch

Sesame Sauce

  • soy sauce
  • toasted sesame oil
  • lime juice
  • cornstarch
  • sesame seeds
  • green onion and parsley for garnish

Can I use all-purpose flour instead of corn starch?

Yes! Flour is a wonderful substitute for corn starch as it has starch in it already. Keep in mind that the flour won’t crisp as nicely as the cornstarch – so you might have to cook a bit longer to get the desired crispiness.

Air Frying Doneness Tip

Every air fryer is a bit different and they all cook at different rates – so in general, all cooking times are approximate based on the pan and temperature.

You can always cook the recipe longer if needed and reduce the heat a bit. If needed, you can tent the top if it is browning too much.

How can I make this recipe low carb?

Instead of corn starch, you can swap it out and use NOW Psyllium Husk Powder, Viva Coconut Flour, and Bob’s Red Mill Flaxseed Meal to coat the chicken. You’ll still get crispy chicken without the added carbs.

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How to Make Sesame Chicken in the Air Fryer

Chicken

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400F for at least five minutes.
  2. Toss the chicken with the beaten egg.
  3. Dip the chicken in the cornstarch, making sure to coat each piece evenly on all sides.
  4. Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer.
  5. Spritz with oil to help make it crunchy.
  6. Cook the chicken at 400F for 20-25 minutes, or until your desired crispness and the internal temperature reaches 165F on an instant-read thermometer.
  7. Set the chicken aside while you make the sauce.

How to Make Homemade Sesame Sauce

  1. Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, cornstarch, and sesame seeds in a small saucepan.
  2. Cook on medium-high heat until the sauce thickens slightly– about 4-5 minutes.
  3. Transfer the sauce to a large bowl with the cooked chicken. Toss to combine.
  4. Serve over rice, garnished with green onions and/or parsley.

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

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What air fryer do you use?

We actually have 3 air fryers. I have a smaller one from Phillips that we started with. I have since given that to my son since he’s only cooking for 1.

But the more I used the air fryer I realized I really wanted a digital screen. It wasn’t any more expensive, in fact- our XL air fryer from GoWISE was less expensive than the Phillips and I love its ease & extra functions.

Plus it comes with a lot of the extra accessories I like to use when cooking with my fryer.

But I when I started working on my second air fryer book, I wanted to change things up. I picked up this LARGE air fryer that has been wonderful. It has Touch Screen Presets plus it is XL Family Size, which is great!

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The Essential Air Fryer Cookbook for Two also makes everything fast and easy. Most recipes take 30 minutes or less and they’re designed with simple prep and minimal clean-up in mind. Nutritional information, serving size descriptions, and recipes for vegetarians, vegans, and gluten-free are also included. There’s so much to savor.

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Sesame Chicken Recipe – Air Fryer

This Sesame Chicken Recipe made in the Air Fryer is crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned. It’s the perfect weeknight meal when short on time.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Keyword: air fried, air fryer, chicken, sesame
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1” cubes
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 1 cup cornstarch

Sesame Sauce

  • ½ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
  • green onion and parsley for garnish

Instructions

Chicken

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400F for at least five minutes.
  • Toss the chicken with the beaten egg.
  • Dip the chicken in the cornstarch, making sure to coat each piece evenly on all sides.
  • Place the chicken in a single layer in the air fryer.
  • Spritz with oil to help make it crunchy.
  • Cook the chicken at 400F for 20-25 minutes, or until your desired crispness and the internal temperature reaches 165F on an instant read thermometer.
  • Set the chicken aside while you make the sauce.

Sesame Sauce

  • Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, lime juice, cornstarch, and sesame seeds in a small saucepan.
  • Cook on medium-high heat until the sauce thickens slightly– about 4-5 minutes.
  • Transfer the sauce to a large bowl with the cooked chicken. Toss to combine.
  • Serve over rice, garnished with green onions and/or parsley.

Notes

  • If you don’t have cornstarch, flour can be substituted.
  • For a bit of heat, add sriracha to the sesame sauce before cooking.

Chicken Caesar Salad

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Chicken Caesar salad is a popular recipe that is easy to make and ready in 5 minutes. It is a healthy and delicious main dish or side.

Many in my family are all about the salad when it comes to dinner. Well – if I’m being honest, they love it pretty much anytime after breakfast. So we make a variety of salads often around here.

One of our favorites is this Chicken Caesar Salad. It is so simple and easy to make with either ready-made ingredients or homemade versions too. I know you’ll love this as much as we do.

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Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

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Add these delicious Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs to your grilling menu for an easy, flavorful, and healthy dish the whole family loves.

Grilled boneless chicken thighs are a delicious and simple dish that is perfect for any occasion. These savory chicken thighs are perfect for bbq season, as they can be grilled to perfection on the grill or in the oven.

Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a flavorful main course for your next backyard barbecue, this grilled chicken is sure to satisfy. Simple to prepare and cook quickly, making this recipe an ideal choice for even the busiest of schedules.

Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

Now – when it comes to making chicken on the grill – we almost always start with a chicken marinade. It really helps to make the chicken flavorful and oh so juicy too.

These boneless, skinless chicken thighs are no different. We love them for a quick and easy meal because they come together so quickly.

Just pop all the ingredients in the zip-top bag in the morning and then once the afternoon rolls around – it’s time to fire up the grill. These can be made on any type of grill – gas, charcoal, or pellet-style like a Traeger.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs?

Absolutely – you can use boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs! The chicken breast tastes great when cooked on the grill. Increase the cooking time to about 20 minutes or until the juices run clear – make sure the internal temp of the chicken reaches 165 degrees before serving.

Why marinate chicken?

Marinating chicken is a quick and easy way to infuse all the flavors that make it juicy and flavorful. It helps to lock in the juices and make that chicken the best thing you have ever eaten before.

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How long will it take to make the meal?

It won’t take very long to make the grilled chicken thighs. It’ll take about 10 minutes or less to prepare the marinade. You’ll need to let the chicken sit in the marinade for at least an hour – but we call for 8 hours. I like to prep in the morning and then it is ready by the time we want to make dinner.

Once your chicken sits in the marinade long enough, it’s only going to take a maximum of 10 minutes to cook it on the grill before it is cooked through.

How much marinade do I need per pound of chicken?

The general rule is about 1/2 of a cup of marinade for every 1-1.5 pounds of chicken. You can increase this recipe as needed depending on how much you are serving.

Remember though – you can’t reuse marinade for sanitary reasons. So be sure to make only what you will need and discard it once you have removed the chicken.

Do I need to poke holes in the chicken before marinating it?

I see a lot of people doing this because they believe that it will help the marinade soak into the pieces of chicken. But just as I discourage people from using a fork to flip meat and chicken on the grill (because it breaks the seer and allows the juices to leak out – causing a dry result) I am also going to discourage you from poking holes before marinating.

Doing so will dry the pieces out faster when they are cooking. All the juices you just infused by marinating will then leak out of all those holes while it cooks.

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Ingredients for Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

  • boneless skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

  • olive oil
  • brown sugar packed
  • rice wine vinegar
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • dijon mustard
  • onion powder
  • garlic powder
  • salt
  • black pepper

How to store leftover Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

Leftover Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs can be stored in the fridge for up to four days in an airtight container. To reheat, simply heat them up in the oven or on the stove until warmed through.

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How to Make Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

  1. Combine the marinade ingredients (olive oil, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper) into a medium bowl and whisk together.
  2. Add the thighs to a large zip-top bag and pour in the marinade.
  3. Seal the bag and shake to coat all around. Refrigerate for 8 hours, up to 24 hours.
  4. After marinating, remove the chicken thighs from the refrigerator while you preheat your grill to 425° F.
  5. Place the chicken thighs skin-side down on a hot grill and grill for 2-3 minutes until you get a good sear. Flip and sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes
  6. Move the chicken to an unlit area of the grill (indirect heat) and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165° F, flipping occasionally.
  7. Remove from the grill and let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
  8. Store the leftovers in the refrigerator.

Can these chicken thighs be baked?

If you prefer to cook Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs in the oven, simply preheat your oven to 400 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil.

Coat the chicken thighs in oil or butter and lay them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until cooked through and golden brown.

What to serve with grilled chicken thighs

The possibilities are endless when it comes to side dishes to pair with this chicken dinner. But here are a few of our favorites…

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Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs

Add these delicious Grilled Boneless Chicken Thighs to your grilling menu for an easy, flavorful, and healthy dish the whole family loves.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Marinating8 hours
Total Time8 hours 25 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken thighs, grilled, marinade
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 8-10 boneless skinless chicken thighs

Marinade

  • ½ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup brown sugar packed
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine the marinade ingredients (olive oil, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper) into a medium bowl and whisk together.
  • Add the thighs to a large zip-top bag and pour in the marinade.
  • Seal the bag and shake to coat all around. Refrigerate for 8 hours, up to 24 hours.
  • After marinating, remove the chicken thighs from the refrigerator while you preheat your grill to 425° F.
  • Place the chicken thighs skin side down on a hot grill and grill for 2-3 minutes until you get a good sear. Flip and sear the other side for another 2-3 minutes
  • Move the chicken to an unlit area of the grill (indirect heat) and cook until they reach an internal temperature of 165° F, flipping occasionally.
  • Remove from the grill and let rest for about 10 minutes before serving.
  • Store the leftovers in the refrigerator.

Notes

These are skinless – but you will start with the side that had the skin prior to processing.

Easy Beef Stroganoff

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This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is rich, hearty, and filling. Ready in less than 30 minutes and the perfect meal for busy weeknights.

Today we are talking about Easy Family Dinner Ideas again. I don’t think you can ever have too many & the quicker they come together the more I like them.

One thing we always keep on hand is ingredients for Easy Beef Stroganoff. I love this recipe because I can get dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes & the whole family LOVES it. (Don’t miss our easy Frito Chili Pie too!)

This recipe was originally published in February of 2015. It has been updated with new images and FAQ’s since then.

stovetop Beef Stroganoff

This is definitely something that we make when we have company. I’m not talking fancy company – but more like family who is staying a while company.

It’s fast, easy & inexpensive to make in large quantities. We usually do a batch & a half when people are joining us for this dish.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How should I store the beef stroganoff?

Store this easy dinner in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Do I have to use egg noodles?

Stroganoff is traditionally served with egg noodles, but it can also be served with rice, mashed potatoes, or a different variety of pasta such as small shells, rotini, or elbows.

Keep in mind that if you are mixing in a different type of noodle, you may need to increase the milk to keep this recipe from becoming too dry. The other types of noodles tend to absorb more moisture.

Can freeze beef stroganoff?

Yes, beef stroganoff can be frozen. Simply place it in a freezer-safe container and it will keep for 3-4 months. When you’re ready to eat it, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator then reheat it on the stove.

When reheating – place it in a large stockpot and heat over low on the stovetop. You can also pop the lid of the container. add a splash of milk and reheat in the microwave if you are using a microwave-safe dish.

Be sure to not over-cook so the noodles don’t get too soggy.

Ingredients for Easy Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients for Beef Stroganoff

  • egg noodles – dry – medium-sized
  • lean ground beef
  • chopped onion
  • cream of mushroom soup
  • milk or half and half or heavy cream
  • sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • salt
  • pepper
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Can I add mushrooms?

Yes! If you like mushrooms, you can drain and add 1 small can of mushrooms, or 1 pound of fresh, sliced mushrooms. Add them after you drain the meat. Cook for about 5 minutes before adding the other ingredients. 

What to serve with beef stroganoff

Egg noodles and white rice are both common sides to beef stroganoff. I recommend serving it with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Here are a few other recipes we often pair with this one.

How to make Easy Beef Stroganoff

How to Make Beef Stroganoff

  1. Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks; drain the fat.
  3. Add the onion and cook until translucent (about 1 minute).
  4. Stir in the soup, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper into the meat.
  5. Cook over medium heat for just a few minutes, stirring often, until hot and bubbly.
  6. Add the noodles into the sauce and mix.
  7. Top with the chopped parsley and serve.

What are substitutions that I can make?

To make things easier, use frozen chopped onion. You can also use 1 tablespoon of dehydrated minced onion, but it will alter the flavor a bit.

A Brief History of Beef Stroganoff (Stroganov)

Although creamy beef stroganoff bowls are typically associated with your parents’ or grandparents’ generation, they may just as easily remind you of the previous century. Steak stroganoff was popular in the 1950s and ’60s in the United States, this sour cream-tinged quick-to-make classic beef stroganoff recipe has roots.

It’s as Russian as the name “stroganoff” implies. The beefy recipe was most likely developed in the early 1800s for members of the wealthy Russian Stroganov family to enjoy.

It’s more than likely that the dish was created by a French chef, as browning the meat quickly and making a pan sauce flavored with Dijon are both classic French techniques, but working in St. Petersburg with Russian ingredients, of course!

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What is Beef Stroganoff?

Beef stroganoff is a dish made with beef and mushrooms in a sour cream sauce. It is typically served over egg noodles or rice.

make this in the slow cooker

You bet! You will love this recipe when made in the slow cooker. To make – follow these instructions.

  1. Spray the bottom of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray.
  2. Add the beef that has been cooked along with the seasonings and onion.
  3. Remove the lid and simmer on low for 4-6 hours. Break apart the meat with a spoon once again.
  4. Then add in the sour cream. The sauce will thicken in just a few minutes. Salt and pepper to taste. 
  5. Serve over hot cooked egg noodles and garnish with chopped green onion.
Easy Beef Stroganoff

Tips:

  • If preferred, the sauce can be spooned over the noodles instead of being combined in the pan.
  • More milk can be added to thin the sauce.
  • Use fresh chopped parsley for the best flavor.

What is stroganoff sauce made of?

The sauce for beef stroganoff is typically made with beef broth and seasonings. Some recipes also call for tomato paste or Worcestershire sauce, sour cream, or Greek yogurt.

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Easy Beef Stroganoff

This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is rich, hearty and filling. Ready in less than 30 minutes and the perfect meal for busy weeknights.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beef, cream of mushroom soup, noodles, stroganoff
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 cups egg noodles dry – medium-sized
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • ½ cup chopped onion
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup 10.5 ounces
  • ¾ cup milk or half and half or heavy cream
  • ½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  • Cook the noodles according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large saucepan, brown the ground beef over medium heat until no longer pink, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks; drain the fat.
  • Add the onion and cook until translucent (about 1 minute).
  • Stir in the soup, milk, sour cream, salt, and pepper into the meat.
  • Cook over medium heat for just a few minutes, stirring often, until hot and bubbly.
  • Add the noodles into the sauce and mix.
  • Top with the chopped parsley and serve.

Crab Cakes

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Crab Cakes are a favorite along the coast. They’re delicious, savory, and can be eaten alone or served with a creamy dip.

This time of year we are all looking for lighter recipes as the weather gets warmer. I know that we don’t like to have heavy meals when we want to be outside enjoying the warmth and sunshine.

So we make recipes like this because not only are they delicious, but they are so incredibly easy to make too. You have to love a good 30-minute dinner like this one.

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Crab Cakes

My mom’s side of the family is from New England. So they made recipes like this all of the time. Things like lobster, crab, and all sorts of things were pretty common.

So I was able to pull my Meme’s old recipe box and find this little gem. You can’t go wrong with a classic like this one!

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What are crab cakes?

Crab Cakes are a seafood dish made from crab meat, breading, and seasonings. They are easy to make and can be served as an appetizer or main course.

They can be made with fresh or canned crab meat. If using fresh crab meat, it is important to remove all shells and cartilage before cooking.

Seasoning Substitutes

Most seafood recipes are complemented with classic Old Bay Seasoning. It’s in the spice aisle at your local grocery store (and likely near the seafood section).

Cajun Seasoning is the best substitute I’ve found for crab and fish. Depending on the variety, Cajun seasoning may be spicier; therefore, I recommend using 1 tsp of cajun seasoning or adding to taste.

bite of crab cake

What is the best type of crab meat to use for crab cakes?

There are many different types of crab meat available, but the best type to use for crab cakes is fresh lump crab meat. This type of crab meat is less likely to contain shells or bits of cartilage, which can make your crab cakes tough.

That being said – I opted for canned crab for this recipe. This is from my Meme’s original recipe. She was cooking for 6 kids – so having any type of seafood had to be economical.

Keep in mind that the canned crab can add extra saltiness – so you can reduce the salt in the recipe if desired. However, the canned is a bit more economical and easier to find when you live in Northern Idaho. Whenever possible I will use fresh lump crab meat for these cakes.

If you can’t find or have trouble getting the fresh lump crab but want better quality than the canned option – you can always pick up the pre-packaged kind that is located in the refrigerated section. Just be sure you aren’t getting imitation crab – which in that case, the canned will still be the better option.

Crab Cake ingredients

Ingredients to Make Crab Cakes

  • white crab meat OR good-quality lump crab meat
  • green onions – chopped
  • tarragon – chopped
  • red pepper flakes
  • lemon juice fresh
  • mayonnaise
  • Ritz crackers or butter-flavored crackers, crushed
  • butter for cooking

Tartar sauce

  • dill relish – drain excess liquid
  • mayo
  • chili powder
ingredients

What is the best way to cook crab cakes?

Crab cakes can be cooked in a number of ways, but the best way to ensure that they are cooked evenly and thoroughly is to pan-fry them.

To pan-fry crab cakes, heat a layer of oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the crab cakes to the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

Can this recipe be doubled for a crowd?

Yes, absolutely. This recipe is great for parties because it is so easy to make ahead of time. We like to double and even triple this recipe depending on the number of guests we have coming over. These are a hit for sure.

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Can crab cakes be baked?

Crab cakes can also be baked in the oven. To bake crab cakes, preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Place the crab cakes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown.

I recommend brushing the tops with a little melted butter when baking to help with the browning.

How long can these be kept in the refrigerator?

When properly stored, these will last for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator. I don’t recommend keeping Dungeness Crab for longer than that. But we have never had to worry about that because we never have leftovers. These are so good, they are gone in a flash.

mixing the crab cake filler

How to Cook Crab Cakes

Crab Cakes

  1. Drain the cans of the crab meat, set them aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, add the egg, mayonnaise, red pepper flakes, green onions, tarragon, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
  3. Add the crab meat to the egg mixture, and mix well.
  4. Use a ziptop bag and a rolling pin to crush the crackers, add the crushed crackers to the crab meat mixture. Mix until well combined.
  5. Form 8 small crab cakes and prepare a skillet with melted butter over medium-high heat.
  6. Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook for 5 min approximately on each side or until they are a light golden brown.
  7. Remove from the heat, and serve immediately.

Tartar Sauce

  1. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, relish, and chili powder. Stir.
  2. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  3. Optional: use finely chopped pickles in place of the relish
mixing the filler with the crab meat

What should I serve with crab cakes?

Crab cakes are typically served with a dipping sauce or tartar sauce. They can also be served over a salad or with rice and vegetables. Here are some recipes you can pair with these.

Can crab cakes be made in the air fryer?

You bet. Air frying is a great way to make these and I highly recommend it.

To make these in the air fryer – prepare as directed. Then place them in the air fryer basket and cook them at 360 degrees for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.

forming and adding the coating

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Crab Cakes

Crab Cakes are a favorite along the coast. They’re delicious, savory, and can be eaten alone or served with a creamy dip.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, dinner, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: crab, seafood
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • Rolling Pin
  • large ziptop bag (for crushing crackers)

Ingredients

Crab Cakes

  • 2 cans white crab meat 4.25 oz each OR 1 pound to 1¼ pound good-quality lump crab meat
  • 2 tbsp green onions chopped
  • 1 tsp tarragon chopped
  • ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes
  • 4 tsp lemon juice fresh (½ lemon squeezed)
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 sleeve of Ritz crackers or butter flavored crackers, crushed
  • 1-2 tbsp of butter for cooking

Tartar sauce

  • ½ cup dill relish drain excess liquid
  • ½ cup mayo
  • ⅛ tsp chili powder

Instructions

Crab Cakes

  • Drain the cans of the crab meat, set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, add the egg, mayonnaise, red pepper flakes, green onions, tarragon and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
  • Add the crab meat to the egg mixture, mix well.
  • Use a ziptop bag and a rolling pin to crush the crackers, add the crushed crackers to the crab meat mixture. Mix until well combined.
  • Form 8 small crab cakes and prepare a skillet with melted butter over medium-high heat.
  • Add the crab cakes to the skillet and cook for 5 min approximately on each side or until they are a light golden brown.
  • Remove from the heat, serve immediately.

Tartar Sauce

  • In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, relish and chili powder. Stir.
  • Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  • Optional: use finely chopped pickles in place of the relish

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Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

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Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are the perfect light dinner for summer. Served with a side salad, it is easy to make and super simple to clean up. The chicken is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside – making it a family favorite.

This air fryer honey mustard chicken is a quick and easy dinner that the whole family will love! The chicken thighs are coated in a simple honey mustard sauce and then air-fried to perfection.

Serve with some steamed veggies and you have a delicious and healthy meal that is ready in no time!

Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

If you love easy dinners that come together super fast – you will love this chicken thigh recipe. Not only is it simple to make with just a few steps – but it only calls for a handful of ingredients. (some of which you probably already have in your kitchen)

This recipe is great for those busy weeknights when you don’t have a lot of time to get dinner on the table. Plus the clean-up is quick too – which gives you more time for all of the other things pulling at your time.

4-Ingredient Chicken Thigh Dinner

Here are some commonly asked questions

What is the best way to store leftover honey mustard chicken?

If you have leftovers, just place the pieces in an airtight container and keep them refrigerated for up to 3 days.

To reheat, you can microwave until hot (about 90 seconds per piece) but I do have to say that the skins don’t remain crispy this way.

Or you can pop the chicken back in the air fryer and cook at 375 degrees until hot again (usually several minutes) You might want to give it a fresh spritz of oil before heating to help crisp things up again.

Can I use frozen chicken?

While cooking foods from a frozen state is great when using the pressure cooker, it doesn’t work quite the same for all foods when it comes to the air fryer. For this chicken recipe, I don’t recommend trying to cook this frozen. Please start with fresh chicken.

Why is my food dry, chewy, or not crisp?

Most people think that air frying is done completely without oil. However, you need just a little bit of oil so the machine can circulate those tiny oil droplets, which is what makes air frying create deliciously crisp and crunchy food.

So when your food isn’t turning out as expected, it is usually that you aren’t actually adding enough oil to the recipe. If those oil droplets aren’t present, all you are doing is baking your food, resulting in a less flavorful taste and texture. Be sure to not skip the step of spritzing the food with oil if the recipe calls for it.

I have a bake option and other special features on my air fryer, is that the setting? Or do you put it on “air fry” setting?

All of my recipes were created with an air fryer that had only a temperature & timer setting – since not all air fryers have all the additional settings.

You can use the bake setting when making recipes that you would traditionally bake – but if possible, please just set the temperature & time for this recipe.

Honey Mustard Chicken

Ingredients for Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

  • honey
  • dijon mustard
  • olive oil
  • chicken thighs – bone-in- skin-on

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

Similar to a convection oven, it circulates the hot air within the cooking area using a high-powered fan. This helps evenly distribute the heat around the food which not only creates more evenly cooked food but also reduced cooking times.

By circulating the hot air, which contains the fine oil droplets from adding a light mist layer before cooking, and allows you to remove the need for submerging our foods in heavy oils to create the deliciously crunchy foods we all love.

What are the benefits of air frying?

Healthier

It’s no secret that fried foods are more fattening – but did you know that there are 9 calories in every gram of fat? With air frying, we can reduce the fat by removing most of the oils usually needed to create crunchy foods. This helps to drastically reduce fat intake and calories.

Convenience

I love being able to cook with my air fryer and eliminate the need for large baking sheets and lots of pots and pans. Most of my air fryer recipes can be made with just a mixing bowl or two or a small saucepan in addition to my air fryer.

Energy Efficient

Someone said to me once, “why make this in the air fryer if you can do it the conventional way in the same amount of time?” Well, air frying helps eliminate the need for a conventional oven.

Not only can you keep your home cooler in the summer by not using the oven, but you are saving money with reduced energy consumption costs as well.

Time Saver

I don’t know about you, but if I can avoid turning on the oven and having to wait 20 minutes for it to preheat, I’m happy about that. Most air fryer recipes either don’t require that you preheat the fryer – or the preheat time is 5 minutes or less. That is a huge time saver over using the oven.

Take it on the go

I love that the air fryer is compact and easy to take along on trips. We pack ours in our RV and find that air fryer cooking while camping is so much easier than trying to deep fry foods on a small RV stove or camping burner.

Can this be made with boneless chicken?

Yes, you can make this with boneless chicken thighs. Keep in mind that rarely do you find boneless chicken thighs with skins – so you won’t have that crispy skin as part of the final flavor.

Cook at 390 degrees for 10-12 minutes, or until the chicken reaches 165F on an instant-read thermometer.

ingredients for Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

How to Make Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 5 minutes.
  2. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or another cooking oil. *See post for why I don’t recommend using cooking spray.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, mustard, and olive oil.
  4. Brush or rub the mixture all over the chicken, including between the skin and the thigh meat.
  5. Place the chicken – skin side down in the greased basket, skin side up, and cook for 12 minutes.
  6. Flip the chicken so it is skin-side up. Cook an additional 7-12 minutes – or until the internal temperature reaches 165F on an instant-read thermometer.
  7. Enjoy immediately and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Can this be made with drumsticks?

You can make this recipe with drumsticks too.

  1. Cook at 370 degrees for 10 minutes.
  2. Flip the chicken. Spray with more olive oil.
  3. Cook an additional 10 minutes.

You’ll know they are done when the meat is no longer pink at the bone and the juices are clear. A meat thermometer inserted near the bone should register 165 degrees.

Can this be made with chicken breasts?

You can make this recipe with boneless, skinless chicken breasts too.

  1. Cook at 400 degrees for 11-15 minutes.

No need to flip. You’ll know they are done when the meat is no longer pink at the bone and the juices are clear. A meat thermometer inserted near the bone should register 165 degrees.

What to serve with honey mustard chicken?

This recipe seems to pair perfectly with almost anything. Here is a list of our favorite things to pair with this air-fried ranch seasoning chicken.

Can this be made in the oven?

Yep – you can make this recipe in the oven if you don’t have an air fryer. While this is slower than cooking the chicken in the air fryer – you can make up to 8 pieces at a time instead of 4 – so it is great for a larger family.

  1. Bake in a 9×13 baking dish in a 375-degree oven for 30-40 minutes.

No need to flip. You’ll know they are done when the meat is no longer pink at the bone and the juices are clear. A meat thermometer inserted near the bone should register 165 degrees.

how to make Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

What oil sprayer do you use?

First, let me say that I highly recommend that you do not use cooking spray. It will leave a residue on your air fryer basket & cause it to smoke when you use it. I really like this spray bottle – because it gives a nice mist & sprays consistently each time using just olive, vegetable, or canola oil. I couldn’t air fry easily without it.

Air Frying Doneness Tip

Every air fryer is a bit different and they all cook at different rates – so in general, all cooking times are approximate based on the pan and temperature.

You can always cook the recipe longer if needed and reduce the heat a bit. If needed, you can tent the top if it is browning too much.

What air fryer do you use?

We actually have 3 air fryers. I have a smaller one from Phillips that we started with. I have since given that to my son since he’s only cooking for 1.

But the more I used the air fryer I realized I really wanted a digital screen. It wasn’t any more expensive, in fact- our XL air fryer from GoWISE was less expensive than the Phillips and I love its ease & extra functions.

Plus it comes with a lot of the extra accessories I like to use when cooking with my fryer.

But I when I started working on my second air fryer book, I wanted to change things up. I picked up this LARGE air fryer that has been wonderful. It has Touch Screen Presets plus it is XL Family Size, which is great!

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

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Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Honey Mustard Chicken Thighs are the perfect light dinner for summer. Served with a side salad, it is easy to make and super simple to clean up. The chicken is crispy on the outside and moist on the inside – making it a family favorite.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time14 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fried, air fryer, chicken, chicken thighs, honey mustard
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ⅓ cup dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound chicken thighs bone-in- skin-on

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees for 5 minutes.
  • Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil or another cooking oil. *See post for why I don't recommend using cooking spray.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the honey, mustard, and olive oil.
  • Brush or rub the mixture all over the chicken, including between the skin and the thigh meat.
  • Place the chicken – skin side down in the greased basket, skin side up, and cook for 12 minutes.
  • Flip the chicken so it is skin side up. Cook an additional 7-12 minutes – or until the internal temperature reaches 165F on an instant-read thermometer.
  • Enjoy immediately and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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Oven-Baked Chicken

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Oven-Baked Chicken is the perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. This dish is so flavorful and easy to make, that the whole family will love it.

I don’t know about you – but dinnertime is such a busy time in our house. So I like to keep things as simple as possible whenever I can.

This chicken recipe is so easy to make and it’s a great option for a weeknight dinner. Oven-Baked Chicken is also a great meal to prep ahead of time and then just pop in the oven when you’re ready to eat. This recipe is sure to become a family favorite!

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Back when I shared my Chicken Marinade recipe I shared how to make the chicken on the grill, since we almost always marinate and then take the cooking outside.

But since moving out of the city and much farther into the woods, we found ourselves with snow much earlier and much later in the year. That took grilling off the table for a few more months.

So we took our marinated chicken and did an oven-baked version that we are sharing here today. I know you’ll love it as much as we do.

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Marinated Chicken Breast

Here are some commonly asked questions

How long should I marinate the chicken?

While many believe that the longer the chicken sits in the marinade, the better it will be. By doing that it can actually end up making the chicken tougher once cooked.

For the best result, I recommend no longer than 12-24 hours. This recipe calls for at least 30 minutes, which is just enough to prep your other dinner ingredients and get the grill hot.

How much marinade do I need per pound of chicken?

The general rule is about 1/2 of a cup of marinade for every 1-1.5 pounds of chicken. You can increase this recipe as needed depending on how much you are serving. Remember though – you can’t reuse marinade for sanitary reasons. So be sure to make only what you will need and discard it once you have removed the chicken.

Can this be made with bone-in chicken?

Yes, you can make this baked chicken with bone-in chicken breasts. Just increase the cooking time to about 45 minutes since it takes much longer to cook bone-in rather than boneless.

How do you store leftover oven-baked chicken?

Make sure to wrap up any remaining chicken you aren’t going to eat & get it refrigerated within an hour. This is the best practice for reducing any bacteria from growing.

Place the chicken in an airtight container & label it with the date. Keep refrigerated until ready to enjoy again. Use within 3-4 days.

ingredients for Oven-Baked Chicken

Ingredients for Oven-Baked Chicken

  • fresh lemon juice
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • olive oil
  • fresh oregano – minced or dried oregano
  • minced fresh parsley – and lightly packed or dried parsley
  • fresh basil – minced and lightly packed or dried basil
  • garlic – minced
  • paprika
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish, optional

Can you freeze marinated chicken?

Yes, you can freeze marinated chicken. Just place the prepared zip-top bag full of the chicken and the marinade in the freezer for up to 3 months. It will marinate while frozen – but at a much slower rate, so it won’t be overkill once you finally make it.

Should I cover chicken with foil when baking?

There’s no need to cover the baking dish before baking the chicken in it. During the baking period, leaving the cover off allows for the outside to brown a bit instead of the lighter, steamed chicken color.

how to make Oven-Baked Chicken

How to Make Oven-Baked Chicken

  1. Add all of the marinade ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk well until completely combined.
  2. Add the chicken to a large resealable bag.
  3. Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag.
  4. Place in the refrigerator to chill for up to 4 hours.
  5. Remove the marinating chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  6. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  7. Set out a 13×9 baking dish and lightly drizzle the bottom with olive oil. You can use an oil sprayer if you prefer.
  8. Place the chicken in the baking dish.
  9. Discard the marinade.
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  11. Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  12. Slice and serve.
  13. Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 4 days.

What should I serve with marinated chicken?

The possibilities are almost endless when it comes to pairing recipes with marinated chicken. Check out some of our favorite pairings here.

Can you overcook chicken breasts?

You can overcook chicken breasts. It results in juicy meat every time as long as you bake until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

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Do I need to poke holes in the chicken before marinating it?

I see a lot of people doing this because they believe that it will help the marinade soak into the pieces of chicken. But just as I discourage people from using a fork to flip meat and chicken on the grill (because it breaks the seer and allows the juices to leak out – causing a dry result) I am also going to discourage you from poking holes before marinating.

Doing so will dry the pieces out faster when they are cooking. All the juices you just infused by marinating will then leak out of all those holes while it cooks.

Why marinate chicken?

Marinating chicken is a quick and easy way to infuse all the flavors that make it juicy and flavorful. It helps to lock in the juices and make that chicken the best thing you have ever eaten before.

Can this be cooked from a frozen state?

Unless you are cooking this chicken in a pressure cooker/Instant Pot – I don’t recommend cooking this from frozen. Please let the bag thaw first in the refrigerator for 1-2 days before cooking.

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This chicken dinner recipe is SUPER EASY and delicious – and if you’re like me, then you maybe already have some of these items on hand OR maybe you have never baked chicken before, & you might be a bit nervous – but you’re going to love it. I have made a list below of the things I absolutely can’t live without when it comes to making this easy dinner recipe. (you can also SHOP MY FAVORITES in my store)

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Oven-Baked Chicken

Oven-Baked Chicken is the perfect recipe for busy weeknight dinners. This dish is so flavorful and easy to make, that the whole family will love it.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time25 minutes
Marinating/Resting1 hour
Total Time1 hour 30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, chicken breast, marinade
Servings: 4

Ingredients

Marinade

  • ½ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh oregano minced or 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried parsley
  • ¼ cup fresh basil minced and lightly packed or 4 teaspoons dried basil
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Chicken

  • 4 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • fresh parsley finely chopped, for garnish, optional

Instructions

  • Add all of the marinade ingredients to a medium bowl and whisk well until completely combined.
  • Add the chicken to a large resealable bag.
  • Pour the marinade over the chicken. Seal the bag.
  • Place in the refrigerator to chill for up to 4 hours.
  • Remove the marinating chicken from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 20-30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
  • Set out a 13×9 baking dish and lightly drizzle the bottom with olive oil. You can use an oil sprayer if you prefer.
  • Place the chicken in the baking dish.
  • Discard the marinade.
  • Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Remove from the oven and let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  • Slice and serve.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator in airtight container for up to 4 days.

Notes

Marinating chicken can be placed in the freezer for up to 3 months. Transfer the chicken bag to the refrigerator for 24 hours to thaw. Cook as directed above.

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This marinated flank steak with chimichurri sauce is the perfect 30-minute dinner! The steak is full of flavor from the marinade, and the chimichurri adds a fresh, bright taste. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.

We love this recipe because we can enjoy it no matter the season and it is super fast to make.

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This dish is perfect for a summer dinner. The steak can be grilled outdoors, and the chimichurri can be made ahead of time. This means that you can spend less time in the kitchen, and more time enjoying your summer evening.

But the best part is that we don’t need the grill to make this. If you have some summer storms roll though, if it is too windy to grill or if you just want to enjoy this during the winter months – no worries. This recipe is made right on your stovetop in just a few minutes.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri?

Marinated flank steak with chimichurri is a dish that is full of flavor.

The steak is marinated in a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and herbs. This gives it a delicious flavor that is perfect for grilling. The chimichurri sauce is made with fresh parsley, garlic, olive oil, and vinegar. It is a bright, fresh sauce that goes perfectly with the steak.

Can I Grill Chimichurri Flank Steak Instead?

Absolutely! If you prefer, you can grill your marinated flank steak instead of cooking it in a pan. Simply preheat your grill to 450 degrees, and cook the steak for about 4-5 minutes per side or until your internal thermometer reaches 130-135 degrees. The chimichurri sauce will add a delicious flavor to the grilled steak.

ingredients for Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

Ingredients for Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

  • flank steak
  • parsley leaves
  • garlic – finely chopped
  • lemon – juiced
  • dried oregano
  • crushed red pepper flakes – to taste
  • good quality olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

What Is Flank Steak?

Flank steak comes from the chest of the cow, or “bib.” Because flank steak is so lean, make sure to overcook/dry it out when grilling. Marinating the flank steak will help to keep it soft and juicy.

What Is Skirt Steak?

Skirt steak is a great alternative to flank steak. It is also a lean cut of meat, but it has a little more fat than flank steak. This means that it is less likely to dry out when cooking. Skirt steak also has a lot of flavors, so it is a great choice for grilling.

Making Chimichurri

How to Make Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

  1. Pat the steak dry with a paper towel and place it in a large, shallow dish.
  2. Add the parsley, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely chopped– about 10-15 seconds.
  3. With the processor on low, slowly add in the ½ cup of olive oil and pulse until it is well combined.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Add ¼ of the chimichurri over the raw steak, reserving the rest to top the steak after it has been cooked.
  6. Allow the steak to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  7. Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with a paper towel. Season it with salt and pepper.
  8. Heat a cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet (non-stick is not recommended here) over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until the oil starts to ripple.
  9. Carefully add the steak and sear on the first side– see the notes section for cooking times based on your steak’s thickness. Then, flip the steak and sear it on the second side.
  10. Remove the steak and place it on a cutting board and cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, with chimichurri on top.

Can You Marinate Skirt Steak Too Long?

You should marinate skirt steak for at least 15 minutes, but no longer than 24 hours. If you marinate the steak for too long, the acid in the marinade will start to break down the protein in the meat, making it tough.

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How Do You Cut Flank Steak Against the Grain?

It is important to cut the flank steak against the grain. This means that you should slice the steak in a direction that is perpendicular to the muscle fibers. Cutting the steak against the grain will make it more tender and easier to chew.

To Cut flank steak against the grain, start by finding the direction of the grain. You can do this by looking at the steak and noticing which way the muscle fibers are running. Then, use a sharp knife to slice the steak in a direction that is perpendicular to the grain.

If you are not sure which way the grain is running, you can ask your butcher. They will be able to tell you which way to cut the steak.

Cooking Times for Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

Steaks thicker than one inch will take about 3-5 minutes per side to reach medium-rare. Steaks thinner than one inch will take about 2-3 minutes per side– however, this all depends on how hot of a pan you begin with. I always recommend using a meat thermometer to ensure you get the perfect doneness.

You can substitute ¼ cup of parsley for cilantro if you would like.

What to serve with Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

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Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri

Tender Marinated Flank Steak with Chimichurri is the perfect way to please your tastebuds. Super easy and done in about 30 minutes.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Argentine
Keyword: beef, flank steak, skirt steak, steak
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound flank steak
  • ¾ cup parsley leaves
  • 1 garlic clove finely chopped
  • ½ lemon juiced
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or to taste
  • ½ cup + 1 tablespoon good quality olive oil
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pat the steak dry with a paper towel and place it in a large, shallow dish.
  • Add the parsley, garlic, lemon juice, oregano, and red pepper flakes to the bowl of a food processor and pulse until finely chopped– about 10-15 seconds.
  • With the processor on low, slowly add in the ½ cup of olive oil and pulse until it is well combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add ¼ of the chimichurri over the raw steak, reserving the rest to top the steak after it has been cooked.
  • Allow the steak to marinate for 15 minutes at room temperature.
  • Remove the steak from the marinade and pat it dry with a paper towel. Season it with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a cast iron or heavy-bottomed skillet (non-stick is not recommended here) over mediumhigh heat. Add the olive oil and allow it to heat until the oil starts to ripple.
  • Carefully add the steak and sear on the first side– see the notes section for cooking times based on your steak’s thickness. Then, flip the steak and sear it on the second side.
  • Remove the steak and place it on a cutting board and cover it with foil. Allow it to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve hot, with chimichurri on top.

Notes

Steaks thicker than one inch will take about 3-5 minutes per side to reach medium-rare. Steaks thinner than one inch will take about 2-3 minutes per side– however this all depends on how hot of a pan you begin with. I always
recommend using a meat thermometer to ensure you get the perfect doneness.
You can substitute ¼ cup of parsley for cilantro if you would like.

Chicken and Rice Casserole

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Chicken and Rice Casserole is the perfect meal for any night of the week. It’s stress-free, makes great leftovers, and is a family favorite.

Chicken and Rice Casserole is a great weeknight dinner because it is easy to make and everyone absolutely loves it. This recipe starts with fresh chicken breasts, which makes it easy because you just add them to the dish before baking.

Eliminating the cutting and cooking ahead of time makes this super fast to throw together and toss in the oven.

Chicken and Rice Casserole

We love this recipe because it comes together so quickly. I can get it baking and then tend to all the other things that need attention for the evening.

Before I know it- dinner is ready and we are enjoying a nice meal together as a family. Super simple and delicious too.

Chicken and Rice Casserole is definitely a dish the whole family will enjoy!

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baked Chicken and Rice Casserole

Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store leftovers

This casserole is great for leftovers. I usually just cover the casserole dish with foil or press and seal and keep it refrigerated until we are ready to serve again. This will keep for up to 3 days.

You can also transfer any leftovers into an airtight container and refrigerate that way if you are short on space in the fridge.

Can I dice the chicken before baking it?

You bet – dicing the chicken will also make the whole dish bake a bit faster since the pieces are so much smaller than having to bake through a big, thick chicken breast.

Can I add other veggies in there?

Oh yes – of course, you can. We often add in chopped carrots, corn, peas, or even green beans or broccoli. You can use frozen veggies if you rinse, thaw, and drain them first. You don’t want to add too much additional moisture to the mixture.

How to reheat chicken and rice casserole

To reheat the dish: If you’re reheating a whole casserole, cover it lightly with foil and bake at 350 degrees F for 20-30 minutes. Individual portions may be warmed in the microwave for 1-2 minutes.

Chicken and Rice Dinner

Can this be made with leftover chicken?

Yes, you can use leftover chicken – you won’t need to bake for as long since you will only need to cook it until the rice is done. Bake in preheated oven until the liquid is absorbed and the rice tender, 20 to 25 minutes.

Can this be made with a different flavor of soup?

Yes – you can make it with other cream soup flavors if you have something different on hand. We have made it with cream of mushroom, cream of celery, and cream of potato.

Do you cover chicken and rice casserole?

This recipe doesn’t call for covering while baking. If it starts to brown too much on top you can always tent it with foil towards the end of the baking time to keep it from burning.

Can chicken and rice casserole be frozen?

Yes, chicken and rice casserole may be frozen. It’s a wonderful option for freezing since the ingredients will retain their flavor. Thaw in the refrigerator the night before you plan to serve it again.

Chicken and Rice Casserole ingredients

Ingredients for Chicken and Rice Casserole

  • unsalted butter
  • onion – diced finely
  • celery – sliced thinly
  • long-grain white rice
  • cream of chicken soup
  • chicken broth
  • boneless skinless chicken breasts

Can this be made with brown rice?

This casserole can be made with brown rice instead of white rice. You might need to bake it a bit longer to get the rice to soften – so take care to not dry out the chicken in the process.

What to serve with Chicken and Rice Casserole?

We pair this casserole recipe with just about anything. Here are some of our favorites to make along with this dinner.

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How to Make Chicken and Rice Casserole

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Lightly spray a 13×9 baking dish with cooking spray or cooking oil – set aside.
  3. In a medium pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  4. Add the diced onions and celery and cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
  5. Remove from the heat.
  6. In a large bowl combine the rice, broth, and soup.
  7. Add the cooked onions and celery.
  8. Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  9. Lay the chicken on top of the rice mixture.
  10. Bake for 45-60 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  11. Serve immediately.
  12. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

What if I don’t have canned soup?

No worries – you can make the condensed cream of chicken soup from scratch. See the recipe below.

Making Homemade Condensed Cream of Chicken Soup

  • 3 tbsp salted butter
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock or broth
  • 1/2 cup milk of any type
  • 1 tsp granulated garlic
  • 1/3 tsp table salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

In a small saucepan, combine the butter and flour over medium-low heat. Whisk until smooth to form a roux (about 1 to 1.5 minutes). Add the chicken broth and milk, then whisk to smooth out the lumps. Stir in the garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more before serving

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Chicken and Rice Casserole

Chicken and Rice Casserole is the perfect meal for any night of the week. It’s stress-free, makes great leftovers, and is a family favorite.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: casserole, chicken, rice
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 medium onion diced finely
  • 2 stalks celery sliced thinly
  • 1 cup long grain white rice
  • 10.5 ounces cream of chicken soup
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 3-4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Lightly spray a 13×9 baking dish with cooking spray or cooking oil – set aside.
  • In a medium pan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  • Add the diced onions and celery and cook until soft, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Remove from the heat.
  • In a large bowl combine the rice, broth and soup.
  • Add the cooked onions and celery.
  • Pour into the prepared baking dish.
  • Lay the chicken on top of the rice mixture.
  • Bake for 45-60 minutes or until the rice is tender and the chicken is cooked through.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Store any leftovers in the refrigerator.

Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken

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Quick and easy recipe for Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken. Enjoy sweet and tangy teriyaki with juicy chicken in less than 30 minutes.

Making teriyaki chicken in the instant pot is a quick and easy dinner option that your whole family will love. The chicken is cooked in a flavorful teriyaki sauce, making it moist and delicious.

Serve the chicken over rice or noodles for a complete meal. Plus, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights! Give this instant pot teriyaki chicken recipe a try tonight. Pair this with my Instant Pot White Rice too!

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Ham Pot Pie

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All that creates a combo of textures and flavors that comfort the soul. It’s the ultimate comfort food, transforming simple ingredients, maybe even leftover ham, into a hearty, satisfying meal that gathers smiles around the dinner table.

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Scalloped Ham and Potatoes – Slow Cooker

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Chinese Orange Chicken

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Chinese Orange Chicken is an easy copycat recipe when you are craving take-out but SO MUCH BETTER because it takes just 30 minutes to make.

I don’t know about you – but I can’t get enough Chinese food. We used to have several places near our house when we lived in the city – from the mom & pop places to the big chain Panda Express just 5 minutes away. It was all too accessible.

But now that we don’t have take-out nearby, we are making our own out of our list of favorites. One of those favorites is this Orange Chicken recipe. It is as close as I have been able to recreate to a copycat recipe and it is SO GOOD! Try my Instant Pot White Rice to pair with this too!

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What I really love about this mandarin chicken is that it is so crispy and that glaze is phenomenal. Plus it only takes 30 minutes to make.

That means that I can literally get this on the dinner table faster than it would take me to call in an order, drive there and back to pick it up, and get it all served. You really can’t beat that. I know you’ll love it as much as we do.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is orange chicken?

With different variations originating in China, orange chicken is a popular dish made with chicken breast meat that has been battered and fried and then coated in a sweet and sour orange sauce. Some versions of the recipe also call for added ingredients like pineapple or green bell peppers.

Where was orange chicken created?

As I mentioned above, the base of the recipe would be from China. But the big chain Panda Express claims to be the actual creator of “Orange Chicken” as a variant to General Tso’s chicken or sweet and sour chicken. There’s no way to know for sure – but it sure is a delicious option.

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How to store leftover orange chicken?

This chicken stores well. Just place any leftovers in an airtight container and keep refrigerated for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop the corner of the lid, add a small splash of water, and microwave until hot.

The chicken won’t be quite as crispy as when it was fresh – but still quite delicious.

What to serve with orange chicken

There are so many different recipes you can pair with this scrumptious dinner. But here is a list of our favorites when we are making our own “take-out”.

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Ingredients for Orange Chicken

Chicken

Sauce

  • fresh orange juice or store bought
  • soy sauce
  • brown sugar
  • rice wine vinegar
  • orange zest
  • sesame oil
  • fresh garlic – minced
  • fresh ginger – minced
  • crushed red pepper flakes – more if you like it spicy
  • water
  • cornstarch

Serving

  • Rice
  • Green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds
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How to Make Homemade Orange Chicken

Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, orange zest, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, crused red pepper flakes.
  2. Stir and cook over medium heat.
  3. In a small bowl or jar with a lid, whisk together the water and cornstarch to make a slurry.
  4. Slowly drizzle the slurry into the sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.
  5. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until sauce is to the desired consistency.
  6. Remove from heat. Set aside.

Chicken

  1. Trim the chicken and cut it into large chunks.
  2. In a shallow bowl or dish, whisk the eggs.
  3. In another bowl or dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper.
  4. Dip the chicken in the wisked eggs and then in the flour mixture, place on baking sheet until oil is hot.
  5. Heat the oil in large skillet to 350 degrees F.
  6. Line a large baking sheet with paper towels.
  7. Working in small batches, cook the chicken 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Remove the cooked chicken from the oil and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  9. Repeat with the rest of the chicken until it is all cooked.
  10. Toss the cooked chicken in the prepared sauce.
  11. Serve immediately with rice, green onions, and sesame seeds if desired.
  12. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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Can this be made ahead of time?

Yes – you can make this dinner ahead of time. But keep in mind that the coating on the chicken will not be as crispy once you reheat it.

Can the chicken be baked instead of fried?

You won’t get the same texture as you would with frying it. I don’t recommend trying to bake it with the flour/cornstarch coating.

If you would like to bake – you can either season the chicken, bake, and add the sauce without a crunchy coating OR you can coat the chicken in panko instead of the flour before baking. Bake at 450 degrees for about 20-25 minutes.

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Is orange chicken spicy?

No, not really. There is a little bit of a bite with the addition of the crushed red pepper flakes in the sauce. But if you only like the sauce to be sweet you can leave out the crushed red pepper.

How to make orange chicken in air fryer

This is the easy part – instead of frying the chicken in oil – working in batches, place the pieces in a preheated 350-degree air fryer, spray with oil and cook for about 5 minutes. Then flip them over and cook until golden and cooked through. So easy. CHECK OUT MY RECIPE FOR AIR FRYER ORANGE CHICKEN.

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Can this be made without orange juice?

Well- it wouldn’t be orange chicken anymore, but if you want to change it up you can use pineapple juice instead. This will make it really similar to my pineapple chicken recipe – which is a real crowd-pleaser.

Can this recipe be cut in half?

Yes – if you are only cooking for 2, this recipe cuts in half easily. Also – if you need to double it, that works well too. Just be sure to give yourself plenty of time to cook all of the chicken – you don’t want to over-crowd it in the skillet.

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Chinese Orange Chicken

Chinese Orange Chicken is an easy copycat recipe when you are craving take-out but SO MUCH BETTER because it takes just 30 minutes to make.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Chinese
Keyword: chicken, chinese, orange
Servings: 6

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 1 ½ – 2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying

Sauce

  • 1 cup fresh orange juice or store bought
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons orange zest
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon fresh garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger minced
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes more if you like it spicy
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Serving

  • Rice
  • Green onions
  • Toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

Sauce

  • In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, rice wine vinegar, orange zest, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, crused red pepper flakes.
  • Stir and cook over medium heat.
  • In a small bowl or jar with a lid, whisk together the water and cornstarch to make a slurry.
  • Slowly drizzle the slurry into the sauce, whisking constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Cook for 4-5 minutes or until sauce is to the desired consistency.
  • Remove from heat. Set aside.

Chicken

  • Trim the chicken and cut it into large chunks.
  • In a shallow bowl or dish, whisk the eggs.
  • In another bowl or dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper.
  • Dip the chicken in the wisked eggs and then in the flour mixture, place on baking sheet until oil is hot.
  • Heat the oil in large skillet to 350 degrees F.
  • Line a large baking sheet with paper towels.
  • Working in small batches, cook the chicken 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove the cooked chicken from the oil and place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Repeat with the rest of the chicken until it is all cooked.
  • Toss the cooked chicken in the prepared sauce.
  • Serve immediately with rice, green onions, and sesame seeds if desired.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie

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This Instant Pot Chicken Pot Pie Recipe is a classic family favorite with a rich and creamy base, savory vegetables, and juicy chicken. It’s made fast using the pressure cooker for effortless dinner prep that everyone loves.

Who loves easy dinners? Even with most of the kids out of the house, it seems our days are so full and we have so much going on – dinner is always an afterthought.

So when it comes to making meals, the Instant Pot always comes to the rescue. I love that I can completely forget about dinner until it is time to make something and I can whip up something as delicious as this Chicken Pot Pie so quickly and easily – no one would ever know I didn’t plan it out days in advance.

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Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

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Calling all pasta lovers! Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells are made in the crockpot and are filled with gooey cheese and savory marinara.

Slow cooker stuffed shells make an easy and delicious dinner. They’re a great way to use up leftover pasta sauce, and they’re perfect for feeding a crowd.

I really love this dinner recipe because not only is it easy, but it keeps me from running the oven – keeping my energy costs low. Plus – it’s crazy delicious too.

Don’t miss my traditional stuffed shells recipe or my chicken alfredo stuffed shells.

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Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

I think you’ll really love this recipe because you can prep it during lunchtime and then let the cooker do its thing. No need to tend to it all day.

Plus, this is easily adaptable making it simple to adjust for different cravings, or maybe you want to make it meat-free. That’s easy to do and everyone loves it. This is great for bringing to a potluck or other gathering.

I really love to make this when taking meals to families in need. Maybe they just had a new baby or another event in their lives and they don’t have a lot of time to cook. You can whip this up, pair it with some bread and they have an easy meal.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

Can these be made ahead of time?

Yes – generally you will want to keep the ingredients separate in the refrigerator until you are ready to assemble. But having the shells already cooked and in the fridge does save some time.

What are stuffed shells?

Stuffed shells are a type of pasta dish that is made by stuffing cooked pasta shells with a variety of fillings, such as ground beef, sausage, vegetables, or cheese. The stuffed shells are then typically baked in the oven until they are heated through and the cheese is melted. However, you can also cook them in the crockpot for an easy and fuss-free dinner.

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Ingredients for Stuffed Shells

  • jumbo pasta shells
  • ricotta cheese
  • shredded mozzarella cheese – shredded & divided
  • frozen spinach – cooked and drained
  • egg
  • pasta sauce
  • ground sausage – browned and drained
  • parmesan cheese and parsley for topping

How long can these be made ahead of time?

These shells can be made and kept on the warm setting for up to 2 hours before serving. I try not to let them go for longer than that because the pasta tends to fall apart when it is cooked too long.

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How to Make Stuffed Shells

  1. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta to al dente. Keep in mind that these need to be super undercooked, they will cook more in the slow cooker. They just need to be pliable enough to fill them, you don’t want them to fall apart. Drain and set aside.
  2. Meanwhile in a large bowl combine your ricotta cheese, spinach, 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese and egg. Stir to combine well.
  3. Spread just a bit of the sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  4. Spoon the ricotta mixture into the cooked shells.
  5. Place the stuffed shells into the slow cooker. You can stack them to fit them all.
  6. Add the browned, drained sausage all over the shells.
  7. Next spread the remaining sauce all over the top.
  8. Cook on low for 3-4 hours until bubbly.
  9. During the last 30 minutes of cooking, top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  10. Sprinkle with parmesan and parsley and serve!

Can these be frozen for later?

I personally don’t like to freeze pasta because of what it does to the texture. However – my friends say that if you transfer the cooked shells to a foil pan, cover with the remaining sauce, and then cover before freezing – you can freeze for up to 4 months. To bake from frozen, just place the frozen pan in a 350-degree oven and cook for about 1 hour with the foil on.

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What to serve with stuffed shells

While these are a main dish, there are a couple of recipes we like to serve alongside this delicious dinner.

What slow cooker do you use?

We actually have several slow cookers that we have acquired over the years from doing this job. I have a smaller one that is great for half recipes.

But the one I use the most is this standard, no-frills slow cooker that is perfect for this particular recipe.

Recipe Variations

Adapt this recipe – you can change up the type of cheese, the type of protein, or even adding veggies to make it completely different.

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assembling stuffed shells

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Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells

Calling all pasta lovers! Slow Cooker Stuffed Shells are made in the crockpot and are filled with gooey cheese and savory marinara.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: crock pot, crockpot, shells, slow cooker, stuffed
Servings: 6

Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces jumbo pasta shells
  • 3 cups ricotta cheese
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese shredded & divided
  • 1½ cups frozen spinach cooked and drained
  • 1 egg
  • 24 ounces pasta sauce
  • 1 pound ground sausage browned and drained
  • Parmesan cheese and parsley for topping

Instructions

  • In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the pasta to al dente. Keep in mind that these need to be super undercooked, they will cook more in the slow cooker. They just need to be pliable enough to fill them, you don’t want them to fall apart. Drain and set aside.
  • Meanwhile in a large bowl combine your ricotta cheese, spinach, 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese and egg. Stir to combine well.
  • Spread just a bit of the sauce into the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Spoon the ricotta mixture into the cooked shells.
  • Place the stuffed shells into the slow cooker. You can stack them to fit them all.
  • Add the browned, drained sausage all over the shells.
  • Next spread the remaining sauce all over the top.
  • Cook on low for 3-4 hours until bubbly.
  • During the last 30 minutes of cooking, top with the remaining shredded cheese.
  • Sprinkle with parmesan and parsley and serve!

Senate Bean Soup – Instant Pot

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Senate Bean Soup made in the Instant Pot gets dinner on the table fast. Loaded with ham, beans, & veggies – it’s “good for you” comfort food.

This hearty, comforting soup is a meal in a bowl. The dish has roots in the U.S. Senate’s tradition of serving soup during legislative sessions when it was often made with beans as a protein source and vegetables from the garden.

Not only is this a traditional American recipe, but it is a hearty, healthy soup that is perfect for cold winter days.

Senate Bean Soup

I first learned about this soup this past summer when my son was working in the Senate. He had the opportunity to dine in the Senate dining room with the Senator he was working for. He ordered this soup, fell in love with it, and then made sure to tell me all about it later that day.

I started looking for different versions of the recipe online and there are a lot of them. Since I was short on time, I decided to take the inspiration from what I was finding but then turn it into a “dump and go” type recipe for the pressure cooker.

I know I don’t have time to tend to a soup on the stovetop all day and you probably don’t either. This one is simplified and delicious.

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recipe for Senate Bean Soup

Here are some commonly asked questions

Where did Senate Soup Originate?

While there are several stories about where the soup came from – since we are in Idaho, our favorite story involves Senator Fred Dubois of Idaho. It is said that he requested the soup to be served back in the early 20th century.

That recipe includes mashed potatoes and makes a massive 5-gallon batch. My son says that the version they serve in the Senate dining room today doesn’t include the mashed potatoes but is made with a braised onion.

This version is a little bit of this and that so I could get it to cook quickly and adapt easily for the pressure cooker. I didn’t want to have to soak the beans or add in any other steps that would make the soup complicated. I think Senaor Dubois would still love this version of the famous soup. It is a wonderful meal.

How to store leftovers?

This soup is easy to store. Just place the leftovers in an airtight container and keep it refrigerated for up to 5 days. You can also freeze this soup for up to 3 months.

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Can this be made on the stovetop?

Yes, you can make this on the stovetop. Just follow the instructions using a stockpot, large kettle or large pot over medium heat on the stove. Work as written up to step 4. Then instead of covering and setting the pressure, you will just let it simmer on the stove for about an hour – stirring occasionally.

How to Thicken Senate Bean Soup

If you want this soup to be thicker you can do a couple of different things. First and probably the easier option is just to increase the mashed or instant potatoes you are adding to the mixture.

The second is adding a cornstarch slurry to the soup. You can do this by whisking together a 1/4 cup of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and then stirring it into the soup.

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potatoes in senate soup

Ingredients for Senate Bean Soup

  • yellow onion – chopped
  • celery – chopped
  • carrots – chopped
  • olive oil
  • vegetable stock
  • diced ham
  • granulated garlic
  • pepper
  • salt
  • white beans – drained and rinsed (any type of white beans)
  • Roasted Garlic Flavored Instant Mashed Potatoes

Toppings

  • parsley
  • bacon
  • chives
  • cheese

NOTES FOR THE BEST SOUP

  • You can use a ham bone in place of the diced ham if desired.
  • 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes or 1/3 cup instant potato flakes can be used in place of the flavored version called for.
  • Any variety of stock can be used.
  • You can use water instead of broth
  • Change up the chopped vegetables
  • Reheat over low heat
  • You can add or reduce the beans so you have enough beans to your liking.
  • Try with a smoked turkey leg in place of the ham
  • Use cannellini beans or white navy beans

Can this be made in the slow cooker?

Yes, actually you can make this U.S. Senate Bean Soup in the slow cooker. You will need to saute the veggies in a skillet. Then add them to the slow cooker along with the stock, ham, beans, and seasonings. Then just cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 3-4 hours. When you have about a half-hour before you are ready to serve, add the potatoes and stir.

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senate soup in the instant pot

How to Make Senate Bean Soup in the Instant Pot

  1. Combine the chopped onion, celery and carrots with the olive oil in the Instant Pot insert.
  2. Heat on the saute setting, stirring frequently until the veggies start to soften.
  3. Press cancel.
  4. Add the stock, ham, granulated garlic, pepper and salt.
  5. Cover and set the valve to sealing.
  6. Cook on manual pressure for 8 minutes.
  7. Natural pressure release for 15 minutes.
  8. Once the pin has dropped, remove the lid and press cancel.
  9. Add in the beans and mashed potatoes packet. Stir.
  10. Turn on the saute setting again and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
  11. Stir before serving.

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ingredients for Senate Bean Soup

What size Instant Pot do you use for this recipe?

I am currently using an 8-quart pot, but this recipe can be made in the 6-quart pot too. If you have one of the smaller versions (3-quart mini), I recommend cutting this recipe in half.

Here are my favorite Instant Pot Tools and Accessories!

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  3. Accessory Set
  4. Glass Lid
  5. Sealing Rings
  6. Silicone Egg Bites Mold
  7. Large Mesh Steamer Basket
  8. Complete Cook & Bake Set
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Senate Bean Soup

Senate Bean Soup made in the Instant Pot gets dinner on the table fast. Loaded with ham, beans, & veggies – it’s “good for you” comfort food.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Natural Pressure Release15 minutes
Total Time33 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: beans, senate, soup
Servings: 8

Equipment

  • 1 pressure cooker

Ingredients

  • 1 yellow onion – chopped
  • 2 stalks celery – chopped
  • 2 carrots – chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 8 cups vegetable stock
  • 16 ounces diced ham
  • 2 tsp granulated garlic
  • 2 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 31 ounces white beans – drained and rinsed (2 cans – any type of white beans)
  • 4 ounce packet Roasted Garlic Flavored Instant Mashed Potatoes

Toppings

  • parsley
  • bacon
  • chives
  • cheese

Instructions

  • Combine the chopped onion, celery and carrots with the olive oil in the Instant Pot insert.
  • Heat on the saute setting, stirring frequently until the veggies start to soften.
  • Press cancel.
  • Add the stock, ham, granulated garlic, pepper and salt.
  • Cover and set the valve to sealing.
  • Cook on manual pressure for 8 minutes.
  • Natural pressure release for 15 minutes.
  • Once the pin has dropped, remove the lid and press cancel.
  • Add in the beans and mashed potatoes packet. Stir.
  • Turn on the saute setting again and bring to a simmer for about 5 minutes.
  • Stir before serving.

Notes

  • You can use a ham bone in place of the diced ham if desired.
  • 1 cup leftover mashed potatoes or 1/3 cup instant potato flakes can be used in place of the flavored version called for.
  • Any variety of stock can be used.

Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken

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Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken is a crispy, tender, chicken dish made with a flavorful creamy garlic sauce. Quick and delicious dinner in about 30 minutes.

This creamy garlic chicken is so juicy and flavorful that you can’t stop with just one serving. Air-fried tender chicken breasts with a cheesy garlicky coating and smothered in a creamy garlic sauce is absolutely comforting and so irresistible.

It’s easy to make and perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.

Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken

Our family loves chicken recipes and this one is no exception. I’m such a sucker for creamy sauces on a perfectly seasoned chicken breast so this dinner is one we make quite often.

I really love that not only is it delicious – but it’s super fast to make with the help of the air fryer. No more heating the oven and waiting around for the chicken to bake – this dinner is ready in about 30 minutes. You really can’t beat that.

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dinner creamy garlic chicken

Here are some commonly asked questions

How Air Frying Works

While air fryers are relatively new to the market, the technology isn’t really a new concept. They basically work like tiny convection ovens that you can use on your countertop.

Similar to a convection oven, it circulates the hot air within the cooking area using a high-powered fan. This helps evenly distribute the heat around the food which not only creates more evenly cooked food but also reduced cooking times.

By circulating the hot air, which contains the fine oil droplets from adding a light mist layer before cooking, and allows you to remove the need for submerging our foods in heavy oils to create the deliciously crunchy foods we all love.

What are the benefits of air frying?

Healthier

It’s no secret that fried foods are more fattening – but did you know that there are 9 calories in every gram of fat? With air frying, we can reduce the fat by removing most of the oils usually needed to create crunchy foods. This helps to drastically reduce fat intake and calories.

Convenience

I love being able to cook with my air fryer and eliminate the need for large baking sheets and lots of pots and pans. Most of my air fryer recipes can be made with just a mixing bowl or two or a small saucepan in addition to my air fryer.

Energy Efficient

Someone said to me once, “why make this in the air fryer if you can do it the conventional way in the same amount of time?” Well, air frying helps eliminate the need for a conventional oven.

Not only can you keep your home cooler in the summer by not using the oven, but you are saving money with reduced energy consumption costs as well.

Time Saver

I don’t know about you, but if I can avoid turning on the oven and having to wait 20 minutes for it to preheat, I’m happy about that. Most air fryer recipes either don’t require that you preheat the fryer – or the preheat time is 5 minutes or less. That is a huge time saver over using the oven.

Take it on the go

I love that the air fryer is compact and easy to take along on trips. We pack ours in our RV and find that air fryer cooking while camping is so much easier than trying to deep fry foods on a small RV stove or camping burner.

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the best Air Fryer Garlic Chicken

How to store chicken leftovers

You can store the creamy garlic chicken in an airtight container for 5 days in the refrigerator or around 3 months in the freezer.

Air Frying Doneness Tip

Every air fryer is a bit different and they all cook at different rates – so in general, all cooking times are approximate based on the pan and temperature.

You can always cook the recipe longer if needed and reduce the heat a bit. If needed, you can tent the top if it is browning too much.

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ingredients for Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken

Ingredients for Creamy Garlic Chicken

CHICKEN:

  • chicken breasts – boneless, skinless
  • granulated garlic
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • all-purpose flour
  • grated parmesan cheese

SAUCE:

  • butter
  • olive oil
  • onion – finely chopped
  • whole garlic peeled 
  • chicken broth
  • heavy cream
  • grated parmesan
  • black pepper
  • chopped parsley

How to prevent sticking in the air fryer

Sticking can often happen when using an air fryer. I understand that most would think to add non-stick spray to the basket to prevent this. I strongly encourage you to not do that.

Non-stick spray leaves a coating that won’t come off, even when washed. Over time – this will build up and cause smoking when you use our air fryer.

I also do not recommend putting down a sheet of foil. The idea behind air frying is to allow the air to circulate around the food.

This is why the basket or tray has holes in it. If you put foil down – this prevents the air from reaching all of the areas it needs to in order for it to cook properly.

Instead – I recommend spraying the basket with olive oil using this spray bottle. You can line the air fryer with perforated parchment paper.

Or you can use one of these really great silicone liners that still allow for airflow but are reusable and easily cleanable.

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air frying chicken breasts

How to Make Creamy Garlic Chicken in the Air Fryer

  1. Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 180-degree C / 350-degrees F.
  2. Butterfly the chicken by cutting in half horizontally, to create 2 thin slices.
  3. Season the chicken on both sides with granulated garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and parmesan.
  5. Coat the chicken in the flour and parmesan mixture, shake off excess.
  6. Spray the basket with little oil and place 2 chicken pieces in it. (if you have a large air fryer – you can do them all at once)
  7. Spray some oil on the top. Cook for 6 minutes on each side. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.

For Sauce:

  1. Add the oil and butter to a large, tall-sided skillet. (It will need to be large enough to accommodate the chicken breasts later)
  2. Add the onions and sauté it until soft and translucent.
  3. Next add the peeled whole garlic cloves and cook for a few seconds until the garlic cloves are lightly browned on outside.
  4. Add chicken broth and let it simmer for 5 minutes (until it reduces to half).
  5. Reduce the heat to low.
  6. Add the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the flavors are all combined in the gravy.
  7. Mix in the parmesan and continue cooking again for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy and bubbly.
  8. Season with black pepper.
  9. Add in the air-fried chicken and cook for a couple of minutes to soak up all the flavors.
  10. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with pasta if desired.

How do you air fry frozen chicken in an air fryer?

Firstly, it is important not to air-fry frozen or frosty food because it can cause the food to dry out and be over-cooked in some parts while being under-cooked in others. Let the food thaw out before air frying it.

This isn’t like the pressure cooker – trying to air fry foods from a frozen state won’t have the best results.

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making air fried chicken breast

What to Pair with Creamy Garlic Chicken

This recipe is incredibly versatile – so the possibilities are endless. But here are a handful of our favorite sides that we like to pair with this dinner.

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What oil sprayer do you use?

First, let me say that I highly recommend that you do not use cooking spray. It will leave a residue on your air fryer basket & cause it to smoke when you use it.

I really like this spray bottle – because it gives a nice mist & sprays consistently each time using just olive, vegetable, or canola oil. I couldn’t air fry easily without it.

Notes: If you want more garlicky flavor then mince the cloves before adding them to the gravy. (Whole cloves will give a much milder flavor)

What air fryer do you use?

We actually have 3 air fryers. I have a smaller one from Phillips that we started with. I have since given that to my son since he’s only cooking for 1.

But the more I used the air fryer I realized I really wanted a digital screen. It wasn’t any more expensive, in fact- our XL air fryer from GoWISE was less expensive than the Phillips and I love its ease & extra functions.

Plus it comes with a lot of the extra accessories I like to use when cooking with my fryer.

But I when I started working on my second air fryer book, I wanted to change things up. I picked up this LARGE air fryer that has been wonderful. It has Touch Screen Presets plus it is XL Family Size, which is great!

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Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken

Air Fryer Creamy Garlic Chicken is a crispy, tender, chicken dish made with a flavorful creamy garlic sauce. Quick and delicious dinner in about 30 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fried, air fryer, chicken, garlic
Servings: 4

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Large Skillet

Ingredients

CHICKEN:

  • 2 large chicken breasts – boneless, skinless
  • 2 teaspoons granulated garlic
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese

SAUCE:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 1 whole garlic peeled 10-12 cloves
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped parsley

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer for 5 minutes at 180-degree C / 350-degrees F.
  • Butterfly the chicken by cutting in half horizontally, to create 2 thin slices.
  • Season the chicken on both sides with granulated garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and parmesan.
  • Coat the chicken in the flour and parmesan mixture, shake off excess.
  • Spray the basket with little oil and place 2 chicken pieces in it. (if you have a large air fryer – you can do them all at once)
  • Spray some oil on the top. Cook for 6 minutes on each side. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.

For Sauce:

  • Add the oil and butter to a large, tall-sided skillet. (It will need to be large enough to accommodate the chicken breasts later)
  • Add the onions and sauté it until soft and translucent.
  • Next add the peeled whole garlic cloves and cook for a few seconds until the garlic cloves are lightly browned on outside.
  • Add chicken broth and let it simmer for 5 minutes (until it reduces to half).
  • Reduce the heat to low.
  • Add the heavy cream and let it simmer for 2 to 3 minutes until the flavors are all combined in the gravy.
  • Mix in the parmesan and continue cooking again for 2-3 minutes until the cheese melts and the sauce is creamy and bubbly.
  • Season with black pepper.
  • Add in the air-fried chicken and cook for a couple of minutes to soak up all the flavors.
  • Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with pasta if desired.

Notes

STORAGE: You can store the creamy garlic chicken in an airtight container for 5 days in the refrigerator or around 3 months in the freezer.
Notes:
If you want more garlicky flavor then mince the cloves before adding them to the gravy. (Whole cloves will give a much milder flavor)

Shredded Chicken Nachos

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Shredded Chicken Nachos are so easy to make, loaded with all your favorite ingredients, and are perfect for game day! Done in just 15 minutes.

You know how it is. You’ve got a little bit of leftover pulled chicken from the night before and you want to do something tasty with it. What you need is some Shredded Chicken Nachos!

With this simple recipe, you can turn any pulled meat into an appetizer that is easy to make and will be a big hit at your next party.

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We love snacks like these because not only can we use up all our leftovers – but it takes something as boring as leftovers and makes them super fun and exciting.

Plus – each person can take a portion of the pan and top it to their liking – making these fully customizable. You can’t beat that.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

How to store leftover chicken nachos?

The best way to store leftover pulled chicken nachos is to put them into an airtight container and keep them in the fridge. They should be good for about four days, so you can do this on a day when you aren’t planning on having your pulled meat just yet! 

When serving, just take the leftovers out of the fridge and reheat in the microwave until hot, however, they are best when served fresh out of the oven.

What is pulled chicken?

Pulled chicken is chicken that has been cooked and then pulled apart either by hand or with two forks to create a shredded texture.

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What do I need to get started?

  • Tortilla chips
  • Rotisserie Chicken – or you can cook your own chicken and shred
  • Black Beans – you can use your favorite kind of bean
  • Chipotle Chili Powder – adds so much flavor, but chili powder can also be used instead
  • Cumin
  • Black Pepper
  • Pico De Gallo – you can cut up tomatoes and onions if you wish
  • Shredded Cheese – Mexican blend, Cheddar, or Pepper Jack
  • Avocados
  • Sour Cream
  • Jalapenos
  • Black Olives
  • Lime Wedges
  • Cilantro

What can I do if my pulled chicken nachos are not crispy anymore?

If your pulled chicken nachos are not crispy for some reason, you can always reheat them in the oven at 300 degrees for about 15 minutes to make them crispy again!

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ingredients for Shredded Chicken Nachos

Ingredients for Shredded Chicken Nachos – Quick Glance

  • salted tortilla chips
  • shredded chicken rotisserie
  • black beans drained and rinsed
  • chipotle chili powder
  • cumin
  • pepper
  • shredded cheese
  • pico de gallo
  • fresh avocados cubed
  • sour cream
  • sliced jalapenos
  • black olives slices
  • Lime wedges
  • Cilantro – fresh chopped

How to cook chicken for chicken nachos?

You can make the chicken in a number of ways. Be sure to check out our recipes for grilled chicken, slow cooker chicken, baked chicken breast, Instant Pot pulled chicken, and air fryer chicken breast.

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How to Make Chicken Nachos

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°
  2. Spread a bag of tortilla chips over the bottom of a cookie sheet or any large oven safe pan.
  3. Spread the chicken around the chips.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the beans, chili powder, cumin, and pepper. Spread over the chicken.
  5. Top with the shredded cheese and place in the oven till the cheese is melted.
  6. Remove and add the remaining toppings.
  7. Serve with lime wedges and a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro.

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Can I change the cheese?

Yes, you can – if you want to add queso instead of melting shredded cheese – that will work great.

TIPS FOR AWESOME NACHOS:

  • Another fun way to serve nachos is a nacho bar.  Let everyone build their own nachos.
  • These come together quickly and only need a few minutes in the oven to melt the cheese.
  • You can make small amounts and keep making as needed, so the chips don’t get soggy sitting for too long.
  • Shred the cheese yourself instead of using the stuff in the bag – it will melt better.

Try these homemade tortilla chips for the most amazing nachos ever!

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What to serve with Chicken Nachos

We love to make a huge spread when it comes to making nachos. Here are some of our favorite recipes to pair with these delicious nachos.

Can I use another type or protein?

You bet! These are great with pulled pork or shredded beef. You can even use shrimp if you like.

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Shredded Chicken Nachos

Shredded Chicken Nachos are so easy to make, loaded with all your favorite ingredients, and are perfect for game day! Done in just 15 minutes.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: cheese, chips, nachos
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 bag salted tortilla chips
  • 2 cups shredded chicken rotisserie
  • 14.5 ounces black beans drained and rinsed
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheese
  • 1 cup pico de gallo
  • 2 fresh avocados cubed
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 sliced jalapenos
  • 1 can black olives slices
  • Lime wedges
  • Cilantro – fresh chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350°
  • Spread a bag of tortilla chips over the bottom of a cookie sheet or any large oven safe pan.
  • Spread the chicken around the chips.
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the beans, chili powder, cumin, and pepper. Spread over the chicken.
  • Top with the shredded cheese and place in the oven till the cheese is melted.
  • Remove and add the remaining toppings.
  • Serve with lime wedges and a sprinkle of fresh chopped cilantro.

Notes

Store leftover toppings can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Tortilla chips must be kept separate for freshness.

Cabbage Roll Soup

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Whether you are craving a hearty, comfort food dish or are just in the mood for a twist on an old favorite, this Cabbage Roll Soup has all your favorite cabbage roll ingredients all wrapped up in one delicious bowl – this is the perfect dinner recipe.

Are you ready for some comfort food? Up here in North Idaho, we rarely make it above freezing most days this time of year. It’s bitterly cold and all I want to do is stay inside and make cozy soups like this Stuffed Cabbage Soup.

It’s loaded with veggies, a little added protein from the beef, and a whole lot of flavor. If you are looking for something to warm you up without adding to the waistline – this is the soup for you! Pair this with my Instant Pot White Rice too!

Cabbage Roll Soup

This soup is great because of its versatility. We often change it up by adding in whatever leftover veggies and other ingredients we have on hand.

For this reason – the hubs calls this “everything but the kitchen sink- soup. Most of the time I try to keep it as it is supposed to be – but it seems that no matter what I toss in there – it is still just so delicious.

It certainly keeps us all warm and content when we feel like hunkering down until spring.

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Here are some commonly asked questions

What is Cabbage Roll Soup?

Cabbage Roll Soup is just like Cabbage Rolls except all the components are eaten in soup form instead of being stuffed into cabbage leaves and then boiled. This soup is one of my favorite ways to eat cabbage rolls without having to actually make them! You won’t believe just how delicious this soup is AND it’s easy to make, and it’s perfect for all you cabbage roll fans out there.

How to Store Leftover Soup

This soup can be kept in the fridge for 5 days; it also freezes very well for 3 months. 

To prevent the vegetables in your soup to become too soggy when reheated, thaw it the day before in the fridge.

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bowl of Cabbage Roll Soup

What Makes this Cabbage Roll Soup Great

Cabbage Roll Soup (or Cabbage Rolls) is a hearty soup with rice, beef, and tomato sauce simmered together for hours to produce a delicious soup that tastes great with some good old buttered bread on the side. It satisfies your cravings without any of the work of actually making the rolls. This soup is easy, fast, and best of all Cabbage Roll fans love it!

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ingredients for Cabbage Roll Soup

Ingredients for Cabbage Roll Soup

  • ground beef
  • canola or olive oil
  • yellow onion – chopped
  • cabbage – chopped roughly
  • diced tomatoes
  • beef broth or vegetable broth if desired
  • white rice – cooked
  • oregano
  • dry basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish optional
how to make Cabbage Roll Soup

Making Cabbage Soup

  1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, add the oil, meat, and onion; cook on high heat for 10 minutes or until the meat is thoroughly cooked.
  2. Add the cabbage and cook until it has softened. (about 5 minutes)
  3. Reduced heat, add in the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, broth, salt, and pepper simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Stir in the cooked rice and cook for another minute or two to warm up the rice.
  5. Adjust the seasonings if necessary.
  6. Serve warm in a bowl, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

How do you make cabbage soup in the Instant Pot?

Brown the stew meat in a little olive oil in an instant pot, then add the rest of the ingredients, except for the cabbage and water.

Stir everything together until well combined, then add enough water to cover everything. Cover and cook for 45 minutes on the manual. You can quick release once it is done – taking care that soups tend to splatter when using the QR on the Instant Pot.

Once the pin drops, remove the lid – add the cabbage and then cover for 5 minutes to soften it before serving.

Instant Pot Cabbage Roll Soup

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What is cabbage soup good for?

Cabbage soup is a healthy and nutritious complete meal in itself. Cabbage soup can help contribute to weight loss, it can stimulate metabolism. This soup has been shown to be beneficial for detoxification as well. I have heard that this soup can also promote liver cleansing and kidney function.

How long can you keep cabbage soup in the refrigerator?

This recipe can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Make sure to transfer any leftovers to an airtight container within an hour after serving. Also- do your best to use a shallow container for storing.

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Why use a shallow container to store the leftovers?

Well, when the container is shallow, the contents chill faster than if you were to use a large, deep container. Ideally, you don’t want it to take too long for the leftovers to get to their chilled/stored temperature.

As I mentioned, if the food remains above about 35 degrees for more than 1 hour after cooking, the bacteria starts to grow.

How to make slow cooker unstuffed cabbage roll soup?

You can do this by following the recipe here – only you will add the ingredients to the slow cooker instead of to the Dutch oven. Place the lid on the crockpot, turn it to high for 4 hours or low for 6 to 8 hours, and cook until the cabbage is soft. Stir in the cooked white rice just before serving and heat through.

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Can this be made vegetarian?

Yes – you can make this vegetarian. Just eliminate the ground beef and use veggie broth – super easy!

Can you freeze cabbage roll soup?

To freeze this Cabbage Soup recipe, cool it completely first. Allow soup to cool fully before freezing to ensure that the components do not stay in the “tender zone” for too long and risk becoming mushy or watery. Transfer soup into a freezer-safe container.

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Can I use frozen cabbage in the soup?

Remove frozen cabbage from the freezer and place it in the refrigerator to thaw overnight. To reheat cooked cabbage, cook it in a pan over medium heat. Just until heated through.

Is cabbage roll soup keto friendly

Cabbage is a wonderful, low-cost vegetable that can be included in any keto diet. Cabbage is not only low in carbohydrates but also low in calories, it’s a win-win.

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Can I change the protein in this soup?

Yes – of course! This soup is super delicious when made with some leftover rotisserie chicken or ground sausage. I highly recommend giving them both a try!

Can I leave out the rice?

Sure you can. If you want to leave out the white rice altogether that will work – the soup will just be a bit thinner. You can also sub in some other things like brown rice, cauliflower rice, quinoa, barley, or couscous.

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Cabbage Roll Soup

Whether you are craving a hearty, comfort food dish or are just in the mood for a twist on an old favorite, this Cabbage Roll Soup has all your favorite cabbage roll ingredients all wrapped up in one delicious bowl – this is the perfect dinner recipe.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time35 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: dinner, Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cabbage, soup
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tbsp canola or olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion – chopped
  • 1 head cabbage – chopped roughly
  • 28 oz diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth if desired
  • 3 cups white rice – cooked
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tsp dry basil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • chopped fresh parsley for garnish optional

Instructions

  • In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, add the oil, meat, and onion; cook on high heat for 10 minutes or until the meat is thoroughly cooked.
  • Add the cabbage and cook until it has softened. (about 5 minutes)
  • Reduced heat, add in the diced tomatoes, oregano, basil, broth, salt, and pepper simmer for 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cooked rice and cook for another minute or two to warm up the rice.
  • Adjust the seasonings if necessary.
  • Serve warm in a bowl, sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley if desired.

Notes

• This soup can be kept in the fridge for 5 days; it also freezes very well for 3months.
• To prevent the vegetables in your soup to become too soggy when reheated, thaw it the day before in the fridge.

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