Sides & Appitizers

Avocado baked eggs are one of those recipes that shouldn’t work but it absolutely, 100% does! The creamy avocado paired with the running egg is something magical. Top it with bacon, cheese, chives, Sriracha, salsa, almost anything will work.  I have seen these avocado baked eggs floating around the internet for quite awhile but was pretty […]

Skinny Pesto has all the flavor of your favorite basil pesto with half the calories and fat as traditional pesto. It works for all your favorite pesto recipes including this amazing Pesto Chicken and our favorite Pesto Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles. We are drowning in basil over here and before watching our bumper crop wilt […]

This spicy Arrabiata sauce with lean ground turkey and spaghetti makes pasta night something special. Arrabiata, which literally translates to “angry” is a spicy marinara sauce that packs just the right amount of heat. It’s one of our favorite pasta dishes along with this Chicken Mushroom Pasta and Spinach Artichoke Pasta. The way to my husband’s […]

These Tostadas with Chicken are an absolute must for busy weeknights. This Mexican classic is a great alternative to tacos and works well with almost any protein including rotisserie chicken, Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga, and Slow Cooker Chicken Carnitas. Chicken tostadas have been at the top of my list of easy meals for years. In fact, […]

Chicken Enchilada Casserole filled with chicken breast, black beans, and corn then smothered in enchilada sauce and cheese is so much easier to make than traditional enchiladas. This healthier version of a classic Mexican dish is one of our favorites along with this Slow Cooker Beef Machaca or Grilled Chicken Tacos. I have never met […]

This Italian Salmon with Tomato Basil Salsa is one of those dishes that is shockingly simple but so full of flavor, you will make it for busy weeknights and dinner parties just the same. Served with Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts and Creamy Ricotta Spaghetti Squash or whole wheat pasta, you have a healthy and satisfying […]

Chicken and Zucchini Burgers are moist, easy to make, and are a healthy burger that will quickly become a family favorite. They rank up there with this Balsamic Chicken with Zucchini Noodles and Chicken Parmesan Zucchini Boats as some of our favorite ways to use chicken and zucchini. When making these Chicken and Zucchini Burgers, […]

Grilled Salmon with Honey and Lime that has the perfect balance of sweet and savory with just five ingredients you likely already have at home. This combination of honey, lime juice, and soy is one of my favorites and I use it with this Honey Garlic Chicken and Asparagus and Honey Lime Tilapia as well. […]

This Chicken Parmesan Croissant Bread filled with chicken breast, tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and Parmesan cheese is so tasty. Between the buttery crescent dough and the chicken parmesan filling, this stuffed bread is addictive.  Sometimes the best meals are created by accident or necessity. This one started with necessity as I stared at some leftover […]

Garlic sugar snap peas are made in less than five minutes for the tastiest side dish for any meal. These healthy, slight sweet veggies are a favorite for kids and a good way to get everyone to eat their veggies. Plus sugar snap peas are loaded with vitamins and minerals. Serve them with this Healthy Kung […]

You will love everything about this Chocolate Banana Smoothie from the creamy chocolate flavor, subtle banana flavor, and hint of almond butter. It is a great way to start the day and will keep you full all morning. You may also love these oatmeal smoothies or kale, spinach, and apple smoothies to get your day […]

Kale Apple Slaw covered in a homemade peanut dressing is the healthy, tasty salad you have been dreaming about. This salad is a favorite for a quick lunch with grilled chicken or as a side dish with Broiled Asian Chicken Thighs or Slow Cooker Korean Pork.   I have been eating this kale apple slaw on repeat all week. […]