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If you’re looking for a quick, flavor-packed dinner that brings just the right amount of heat, this Salsa Verde Chicken with Pepper Jack is a must-try! Juicy chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty blend of salsa verde, lime juice, cumin, and olive oil—then baked until tender and bubbling with cheesy goodness. Finished with melty slices of pepper jack and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this dish is as bold and vibrant as it is easy to make. Whether you’re serving it over rice, stuffing it in tacos, or enjoying it with a side of veggies, this recipe is a delicious weeknight win with minimal effort and maximum flavor. The recipe can be found here. Start by slicing the chicken in half, lengthwise so you have 4 thin pieces.  Add the chicken, salsa verde, olive oil, lime juice, cumin, salt, and black pepper to a Ziploc bag.  Seal and toss … Continue reading

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In the midst of COVID-19 and the stay-at-home order, meals can be a little harder to plan.  Grocery stores are working hard to keep the shelves stocked but that doesn’t mean you will find every item on your list.  I think that creates a great opportunity to clean out the pantry and make some meal using existing items on home.  Maybe you have a lot of canned goods or items that are nearing expiration…use them! I created 5 different pantry meals last week that I’m going to share with you today.  I didn’t use a recipe for any of them.  They all resulted from items found in our pantry, fridge, or freezer.  It was a great way to use the food, especially from the fridge, before it spoiled and a fun way to create some new meals.  I highly suggest doing this at home.  Who knows, you might create something … Continue reading

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Mexican Chicken and Rice is incredible!  It has the best mesquite BBQ flavor, which is slightly sweet and smoky, and it pairs perfectly with Instant Pot Mexican Rice.  Both the chicken and rice are pretty simple to assemble so this is a great go-to meal for any day of the week! The Mexican Chicken recipe can be found here. The Instant Pot Mexican Rice recipe can be found here. Start by placing the (thawed) boneless skinless chicken breasts in a large Ziploc bag.  Then pour the entire bottle of Lowry’s marinade into the bag and toss to coat.  Make sure the bag is completely seals and place in the fridge to marinate for at least 30 minutes, but ideally up to 2 hours. Once the chicken has finished marinating, heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-low heat.  Add the chicken and cook on each side for 7-8 minutes, or … Continue reading

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