Almost Homemade Chicken and Dumplings

I’ve made Chicken and Dumplings from scratch before but to be honest, it’s not worth the extra time in my opinion. In fact, check out this post on an attempt to make them from scratch and you’ll see exactly why go the quick route!  I learned how to take a shortcut a long time ago… [Continue Reading]

Grilled Chicken Penne al Fresco

I told you I’d share the Grilled Chicken Penne al Fresco recipe from the Pampered Chef party and I am!  This is a recipe that can be made on the stove or in the microwave using the Deep Covered Baker.  It’s a time saving, delicious, and healthy meal! You can see a few more pictures… [Continue Reading]

Creamy Chicken Pot Pie

I’ve made DiGornio Pizza with BLT Topping, South of the Border Chicken and Pasta Skillet, and today I bring you Creamy Chicken Pot Pie.    This was an easy meal and was wondering how all the kiddos would react since the mixed vegetables but they LOVED it. In fact, my husband who wasn’t hungry at… [Continue Reading]

One Stop, 2 Weeks and South of the Border Chicken and Pasta Skillet

I am loving this menu planning! It’s no wonder so many people do it. It really simplifies the whole shopping and cooking process. I’m really bad about just buying whatever I see whether we need it or not but I told myself I was gonna stick to the 2-week menu planner shopping list from… [Continue Reading]

Creamy Cajun Shrimp and Chicken Pasta

I’ve been very overwhelmed lately so I have to give a huge hug and thank you to my mom who stepped in and “submitted” this recipe.  She’s actually the real foodie between us and I hope that one day she’ll start her own blog!
My mom said this is to die for!  It’s a little more… [Continue Reading]

One Hour Chicken and Oatmeal Rice Casserole

Have you ever set out to make something only to realize that you don’t have the ingredients so you’re scurrying around trying to think of something else to make?  Well, try being in that situation when you’re feeding a cowboy crew.
This recipe would be one of those times and even though it was pretty good… [Continue Reading]

Pork Roast with Apples and Pears

A fantastic way to use up leftover crockpot pork roast! Simple, tasty and sure to warm up any tummy that’s thinking, “Come on already…isn’t winter over yet? It’s time to move onto pasta salads and grilled chicken!!!”
Ingredients

1 lb leftover pork roast
1 granny smith apple
1/2 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 cup apple juice
1/4 cup syrup or… [Continue Reading]

King Ranch Casserole – SIL Style!

My sister-in-law was so gracious enough as to submit a King Ranch Casserole with her own flay-va!  She really is an awesome cook and I hope that one day she’ll share her family recipe for her pecan pie….HEAVEN!!!
A couple of the things in her recipe are optional.  As always, substitute, omit, or whatever you want… [Continue Reading]

Chicken Fajita Burrito Casserole

I’m working with Velveeta at the moment so I thought a Chicken Fajita Burrito Casserole using Velveeta would be a great post!  And don’t forget to cut the cheese with me using Velveeta cheese!
I used red and green bell pepper to give it some color and flavor.  I used store bought tortillas which are fine… [Continue Reading]

Asian Chicken Thighs

This recipe was submitted by Chef Jake of emealsforyou.com.  Thanks!
INGREDIENTS:

2 Tb oil, olive
0.5 cup soy sauce
2 Tb Worcestershire sauce
2 medium scallions, sliced
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tsp thyme
1 medium lemon, juice of
1 tsp pepper, fresh cracked
8 medium chicken thighs, boneless

PREPARATION:
Place all ingredients in a large plastic bag. Squeeze the lemon juice into the bag then put the whole lemon in as well. Seal bag and place in refrigerator for at least 1 hour, turning… [Continue Reading]

Pan-roasted Chicken Breasts

This recipe was submitted by Dennis!  Thanks so much for sharing:)
INGREDIENTS:

2 Tb oil, olive
4 medium chicken , breast, boned with skin on
3 cloves garlic, chopped
8 medium mushrooms, baby portabella
1 14 oz. can chicken broth
2 Tb capers
0.25 cup raisins, golden
0.5 medium lemon, juice of
2 Tb butter, salted
1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

DIRECTIONS:
Directions: Preheat oven to… [Continue Reading]