Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta Servings: 4 people Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients Pasta: 12 oz (340g) Fettuccine or Penne Protein: 1 lb (450g) Chicken breast, thinly sliced or cubed Vegetables: 8 oz (225g) Cremini or Button mushrooms, sliced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 small shallot, finely diced The Sauce: 1 … Read more
## Crispy Garlic & Herb Baked Chicken Thighs Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 30–35 minutes Servings: 4 Difficulty: Easy ### Ingredients Ingredient Amount Notes Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs 4–6 large Pat dry with paper towels Olive Oil 2 tbsp Helps the skin crisp up Smoked Paprika 1 tsp For color and woodsy flavor Garlic … Read more
🥩 Crock Pot Pepper Steak A set-it-and-forget-it favorite that delivers deep umami flavor with minimal effort. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 4–6 hours (Low) or 2–3 hours (High) Servings: 4–6 Ingredients Beef: 1.5 lbs Sirloin tip, flank steak, or round steak (thinly sliced against the grain) Vegetables: 2 large bell peppers (red and green), … Read more
Comforting Chicken & Noodles The slow-cooked, “no-peek” method that turns simple ingredients into a rich, hearty feast. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 6–8 hours (Low) or 3–4 hours (High) Servings: 6–8 people Ingredients Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs. Liquid: 2 cans (10.5 oz each) Cream of Chicken soup + 4 … Read more
🥘 Instant Pot Greek Beef Stifado Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 45 mins (plus pressurized time) Servings: 6 Total time: approx. 1 hour 15 mins Ingredients 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1.5-inch chunks 1.5 lbs pearl onions (fresh or frozen/thawed) 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/2 cup red wine (dry, like … Read more
## Slow Cooker Baked Ziti This “set it and forget it” version uses a layering technique similar to lasagna but with the ease of tubular pasta. By adding a little extra moisture and cooking on low, the pasta absorbs the sauce perfectly without becoming mushy. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 2.5 to 3 hours … Read more
🍗 Creamy Crockpot Chicken Tender chicken breasts slow-cooked in a rich, creamy sauce made with cream cheese and simple seasonings. This ultra-easy crockpot meal is comforting, flavorful, and perfect for busy days. Serve it over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes for a dinner your family will beg you to make again. ✅ Ingredients 4 boneless, … Read more
Classic Slow-Cooker Beef Stew This recipe transforms those lean beef cubes into a rich, melt-in-your-mouth meal with a silky gravy. Prep time: 15 minutes Cook time: 7-8 hours (Low) or 4-5 hours (High) Servings: 4-6 people Ingredients 2 lbs beef stew meat (cubed as shown) 1 lb baby potatoes, halved 3 large carrots, sliced into … Read more