Looking for a savory, delicious quinoa salad recipe? This flavorful quinoa and chickpea salad comes together easily with Mediterranean ingredients and an incredible lemon olive oil dressing. This quinoa chickpea salad is a wonderfully versatile side dish and perfect with just about any grilled protein. Looking for a delicious side dish to go with your grilled chicken, fish or pork? This quinoa chickpea salad has fantastic Mediterranean flavors that go perfectly with just about any protein. Made with fresh and flavorful vegetables, this quinoa salad recipe is a great dish to make ahead for a pot-luck, cookout or back yard barbecue. What do I need to make quinoa salad? For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post … [Read more...]
Lemon Olive Oil Dressing
Do you love a simple lemon and olive oil dressing for your salad? This easy, flavorful lemon olive oil dressing takes just minutes to mix together. Made with just 5 ingredients, this lemon olive oil salad dressing is great for topping just about any salad. Are you a vinaigrette person? Do you tend to gravitate to dressings that are simple with just oil and acid? If so, then this simple lemon and olive oil dressing is definitely for you. Made with both lemon juice and lemon zest, this homemade dressing recipe really maxes out on flavor. In this post, I'll also give you some options for customizing this dressing with fresh or dried herbs. Additionally, I'll show you the best way to make and store the dressing. What you'll need to make this homemade dressing recipe: For exact … [Read more...]
BBQ Chicken Skewers
Need a simple, delicious bbq chicken skewers recipe? These easy bbq chicken kabobs need just 4 ingredients and are fantastic for any cookout or back yard barbecue. These chicken pineapple kabobs are also great for an easy summer dinner idea! Summer evenings are always a great time to fire up your grill for a quick dinner. These bbq chicken kabobs with pineapple and red onion are a great option for an easy summer dinner. Brushed with a smokey, sweet barbecue sauce, these chicken pineapple kabobs are a fantastic option anytime you're in the mood for a great recipe from the grill. In this post I'll show you exactly what you need to make the kabobs, how to assemble, how to grill and best techniques for achieving maximum flavor with ease. Soaking skewers for grilling If you … [Read more...]
Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce
Looking for an amazing mustard-based bbq sauce? This Carolina Gold BBQ Sauce recipe is amazing! Made with simple yellow mustard and a few other simple ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry, this Carolina gold sauce is fantastic on pork and chicken. This recipe first appeared at My Sauce Recipes where I am a contributor. Looking for an awesome mustard-based bbq sauce recipe for grilling this summer? This tangy, sweet Carolina gold bbq sauce is fantastic on pork chops, pork tenderloin, grilled chicken and more. Serve it alongside your favorite pulled chicken and pork for topping sandwiches, too! This golden bbq sauce is a mustard-based sauce that comes together easily with items you likely already have in your pantry and fridge. What do I need to make a … [Read more...]
Mixed Berry Cobbler with Cake Mix
The EASIEST Mixed Berry Cobbler recipe! Strawberries, blackberries and blueberries are baked together and with a simple cake mix crumble. Just 3 ingredients are all you need to make this berry cobbler with cake mix. A great last-minute dessert that's wonderful served warm over ice cream! Need a quick and simple dessert idea? This 3 ingredient mixed berry cobbler is a fantastic option. Made with frozen mixed berries, a cake mix and butter, this easy dessert option is always a hit. This mixed berry cobbler recipe can be made as quick as it takes to preheat your oven. Way better than any cake mix dump cake recipe, this dump cake is made in a way that creates the perfect crumble topping. In this post I'll show you how to how to make a cake mix cobbler in a better way. I'll also … [Read more...]
Chocolate Protein Pudding
Craving something with chocolate but want to keep it healthy? This chocolate protein pudding recipe is the answer! Made with just 3 simple ingredients, this healthy chocolate snack has 14 grams of protein and only 85 calories. If you're trying to keep your snacking on the healthier side, but still craving something chocolaty, this chocolate protein pudding is for you. Made with high protein ingredients, this protein pudding takes just 5 minutes to make. Best of all, you can customize your chocolate treat with numerous toppings. This healthy snack is the perfect way to indulge and stay on track with your healthy eating goals. What do I need to make chocolate protein pudding? There are many protein pudding recipes, but this one is thee most simple and really delivers on the … [Read more...]
Iced Caramel Latte
Do you love ordering a Starbucks iced caramel latte? Save yourself some money and make this simple, 3 ingredient iced caramel latte recipe at home! Made with your choice of milk, caramel sauce and espresso, this easy iced latte recipe can be made in just minutes. Is a caramel iced latte your drink of choice when stopping at Starbucks? Many love this classic iced latte recipe for it's sweet, cold and creamy flavors. Did you know you can make a copycat version of your favorite caramel latte at home with just 3 simple ingredients? In this post I'll show you how easy it is to make an iced latte at home, what ingredients you'll need, and the best tools to have on hand for making all your favorite coffee shop drinks at home. What do I need to make an iced caramel latte at home? For … [Read more...]
BBQ Bacon Burgers
Fire up the grill, it's time for some amazing bbq burgers! These BBQ bacon burgers are topped with bacon, French fried onions, cheese and an barbecue sauce. Juicy and super flavorful, you'll be making these bbq hamburgers recipe all summer long! Do you love a great BBQ burger? Making your own bbq bacon burgers at home is quite simple, and you get the same amazing flavor similar to your favorite restaurant burger. Making and grilling your own burgers at home is a simple process. In this post I'll show you exactly what you'll need for your burger patties, how to grill a burger and what to top it with. The advantages to making your own burgers at home are numerous. Using ingredients to your liking, you're able to customize exactly what you love about restaurant burgers, but … [Read more...]
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Peppers
Looking for a great chicken stuffed bell peppers recipe? These buffalo chicken stuffed peppers taste just like buffalo chicken dip thanks to the creamy, cheesy chicken filling. Top with extra hot sauce and blue cheese crumbles for the ultimate buffalo chicken dinner! This recipe first appeared at Savory Experiments where I am a contributor. If you love creamy cheesy buffalo chicken dip, then this stuffed bell peppers recipe is for you. Made with a buffalo chicken filling that is similar to the dip, the flavors are spot-on! These buffalo chicken stuffed peppers come together easily with pre-cooked shredded chicken, cream cheese, and your favorite wing sauce. Easy to make with minimal prep making it perfect for a weeknight dinner idea! What you'll need to make this … [Read more...]
Mango Mojito
Looking for an amazing mango mojito recipe? This flavorful and refreshing mango mojito needs just 6 simple ingredients and can be made in moments. Perfect for a warm summer evening and a great pairing with all of your Tex-Mex favorites! Do you love a cold, refreshing mojito? Good news - you can now make your favorite restaurant mojito at home with just 6 simple ingredients. Made with fresh mangoes, mint leaves and lime juice, this classic rum drink is amazing paired with all your favorite Tex-Mex foods. In this post, I'll show you how to make a mojito, what you'll need to make it, and how to serve this classic drink. What do I need to make a mango mojito recipe? For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for … [Read more...]
Southwest Chicken Salad
Do you love ordering a Chick-fil-A Southwest Salad when you're on the go? You can now make this amazing Southwest Chicken Salad at home. Made with simple ingredients, this crisp, savory salad is perfect for meal prepping for some smart, healthy lunch options. When you're out and about, do you enjoy hitting the drive-thru at Chick-fil-A for one of their spicy Southwest Salads? It includes their signature chicken, along with corn, black beans, tomatoes and more. But with all the extra topping and heavy dressings, the calories in the spicy southwest salad can quickly add up. It tops out at 690 calories with the tortilla chips, pepitas and creamy salsa dressing. We can do better than that! When making this salad at home, we'll save on calories and even add some volume by adding … [Read more...]
Avocado Lime Dressing
Do you love Chick-fil-A avocado lime ranch dressing? You can now skip the drive-thru and make it at home. Made with simple ingredients, this avocado lime dressing is easily blended in a food processor or blender to create a wonderfully creamy consistency. The perfect avocado cilantro lime dressing recipe! If you've ordered Chick-fil-A's southwest chicken salad, you've likely tried their avocado dressing that comes with it. It's a creamy ranch dressing with a cilantro lime flavor that goes perfectly with just about any Tex-Mex dish. Made with Greek yogurt, this dressing recipe is quickly and easily blended together to achieve an ultra-creamy consistency. Not only is this dressing great on a salad, it's the perfect topping for tacos, nachos and fajitas. What do I need to make … [Read more...]
Chick fil A Cookies and Cream Milkshake
Can't resist a Chick-fil-A cookies and cream milkshake? One of their most popular treats, this Chick-fil-A OREO milkshake recipe is great for blending at home. Just 5 ingredients are all you need to blend up this classic drive-thru treat! Do you love a Chick-fil-A milkshake, but don't feel like waiting in the drive-thru line? You can make a delicious copycat Cookies and Cream milkshake at home with just a few simple ingredients. Made with class OREO sandwich cookies, this Chick-fil-A milkshake recipe will taste just like it's fresh from the drive thru. With the addition of vanilla ice cream, milk, vanilla and sugar, this cookies and cream milkshake comes together in just minutes. What do I need to make a cookies and cream milkshake? For exact ingredient amounts and full … [Read more...]
Lemon Poke Cake
Are you a lemon dessert lover? This super-moist lemon poke cake with pudding is an easy lemon dessert recipe perfect for any occasion. This lemon Jello cake is made with a simple cake mix, along with lemon Jello, lemon pudding and Cool Whip. What is a poke cake? A poke cake a cake that has been baked in a 9 x13" pan. Holes are poked into the cake and Jello and pudding is poured into the cake as a filling. A poke cake is a great way to add extra flavor and deliciousness to a simple cake mix. This lemon version is made with both lemon Jello and lemon pudding. Topped with creamy whipped topping, this poke cake is a fantastic as a spring or summer dessert. It's also excellent for a summer cookout, potluck or backyard barbecue. In this post I'll show you exactly how to make a … [Read more...]
Cranberry Chicken Salad
Looking for a cranberry chicken salad recipe? This Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad is wonderfully flavorful with the perfect amount of crunch. Loaded with apples, pecans, dried cranberries and more, this apple pecan chicken salad is great on a croissant or in a lettuce wrap. Love chicken salad but want to add some flavor and crunch? Try adding apple, pecans and cranberries for a little something extra. This cranberry chicken salad recipe is easy to mix together and when you use Greek yogurt, it also becomes a healthy lunch option. Add it to lettuce leaves or your favorite low-carb wrap or spoon it into spring mix for a fantastic salad option. Having this cranberry pecan chicken salad on hand is a great lunch option that can be enjoyed in numerous ways! What do I need to … [Read more...]
Blackberry Margarita
Love a fresh, delicious margarita? This blackberry margarita recipe definitely does not disappoint. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, this blackberry margarita is great on-the-rocks or frozen. A margarita is a classic tequila-based cocktail made with lime juice and Cointreau. This blackberry margarita recipe is flavored with fresh, muddled blackberries. This margarita recipe can be made either frozen/blended or on-the-rocks. Margaritas are a great warm-weather drink. Served cold, this is a great cocktail for cooling off on a warm summer evening. A margarita is also the idea cocktail for serving during Cinco de Mayo, which is May 5th. What do I need to make a blackberry margarita? For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the … [Read more...]
Dump and Bake Meatball Casserole
Does your family love pasta for dinner? This easy dump and bake meatball casserole is simple to make and tastes fantastic. This meatball dump casserole comes together easily with just 5 ingredients, including frozen meatballs, marinara sauce, and pasta. Easy with minimal prep making it perfect for a weeknight dinner idea! This post first appeared at Savory Experiments where I am a contributor. Do busy weeknights have you pinched for time with cooking dinner? This simple, delicious meatball casserole recipe comes together with just 5 simple ingredients, and your oven does most of the work. If you love a simple baked pasta recipe, this easy meatball casserole is for you. Topped with mozzarella cheese, and made with store-bought frozen meatballs, marinara sauce and penne pasta, … [Read more...]
Peanut Butter Overnight Oats
Are you a peanut butter lover? If so, then these peanut butter overnight oats will be right up your alley. Made with simple ingredients, this peanut butter banana overnight oats recipe takes just minutes to stir together. Refrigerate overnight, and these pb2 overnight oats will provide you with a healthy, filling, breakfast! If you're looking to eat healthy, but want something that won't leave you hungry an hour later? This overnight oats recipe is not only healthy, but contains a good amount of protein and fiber that will keep you full and satiated for hours. Enjoying a healthy breakfast that will kick-start your metabolism is also a good way to fuel your body and also prevent you from overeating. According to this article by Science Daily, there is significant research that … [Read more...]
Coconut Smoothie
Looking for a healthy, delicious coconut smoothie recipe? This cold, creamy coconut milk smoothie is fantastic as a healthy breakfast or post-workout snack. Under 300 calories and a great way to add protein to your day. Looking to do a better job of getting a healthy breakfast in to start your day? This coconut milk smoothie is a great option! Made with just 5 simple ingredients, this coconut smoothie recipe comes together in less than 5 minutes. It's also great as a post-workout snack, adding protein and good carbs to refuel your body. What do I need to make a coconut smoothie? For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of the post for the recipe. Thanks! Love yogurt? Check out some of my other recipes that use … [Read more...]
Baked Chicken Quarters
Need an easy, no fuss baked chicken recipe? These oven baked chicken quarters with potatoes is a simple dinner option that needs just 10 minutes of prep. Paired with baby potatoes and topped with a savory seasoning, these baked chicken leg quarters will quickly become your new favorite dinner idea! Are you tired of making the same things over an over for dinner? That is a common complaint from home cooks - we tend to cook the same recipes time and time again, mostly because we just don't know what to do with the ingredients we have. Chicken leg quarters are a great economical option when it comes to buying cuts of chicken. Less expensive than boneless, skinless breasts and thighs, chicken leg quarters are a great low-price cut of meat. In this post I'll show you how to prepare … [Read more...]
