Recipes
Zesty Jalapeño Deviled Eggs
These deviled eggs pack a little heat, a little tang, and a whole lot of creamy goodness. With sour cream instead of mayo and a splash of sweet-and-spicy jalapeño brine, they’re a cool twist on the classic—and dangerously snackable.
Ranch Chicken Quinoa Bowl
This Ranch Chicken Quinoa Bowl starts with fluffy quinoa cooked in chicken broth, then gets topped with juicy pan-seared chicken, fresh vegetables, parmesan, sunflower seeds, and a drizzle of ranch. It has a nice balance of fresh, creamy, crunchy, and savory flavors in every bite.
Smoky BBQ Chicken Naan Pizzas
I love making these when I'm craving BBQ chicken pizza but don't feel like dealing with pizza dough. Using naan as the base keeps things easy, and the individual naan rounds make great personal-sized pizzas.
Mediterranean Grain Bowl With Chicken
This Mediterranean Chicken Protein Bowl is a fresh, flavorful, and filling meal that works just as well for a quick lunch as it does for weekly meal prep.
Garlic Butter Shrimp Quinoa Bowl with Yum Yum Sauce
I've been on a bit of a yum yum sauce kick lately, and this bowl has become one of my favorite ways to use it. It combines buttery garlic shrimp, fluffy quinoa cooked in chicken broth, crisp vegetables, and creamy avocado for a lunch or dinner that feels fresh but still filling.
Yum Yum Chicken with Grilled Corn and Avocado Salad
I have been finding excuses to put my Grilled Corn and Avocado Salad on everything lately. Tacos, bowls, and now this chicken dish. The warm sliced chicken paired with the cool corn salad and creamy yum yum sauce is one of my favorite combinations for lunch.
Everything Bagel Avocado Toast
I was never an avocado toast person, but recently I've been trying to mix it up and had a bunch of avocados on hand. This version has been my favorite lately because it has layers of flavor and isn't bland like some of the other avocado toasts I've tried. The diced onion adds crunch, the Everything But The Bagel seasoning brings plenty of flavor, and the cilantro freshens everything up.
Yum Yum Shrimp Street Tacos
I have been on such a street taco kick lately because they feel easy enough for a quick lunch or dinner, but still feel like you made something good. These tacos started because I already had leftover grilled corn and avocado salad in the fridge and realized it worked ridiculously well over shrimp with yum yum sauce.
Grilled Chicken Mediterranean Salad
I go through phases where all I want for lunch is something fresh and crunchy, especially once the weather starts getting warm. This grilled chicken Mediterranean salad has been one of my favorites lately because it feels filling without being heavy, and it takes almost no effort to throw together during the week.
Copycat Panera Fuji Apple Chicken Salad
I have a soft spot for the Panera Fuji Apple Chicken Salad. It is one of those lunches I used to grab constantly because it felt fresh but still filling. After making it at home a few times, I realized it tastes nearly identical for a fraction of the price, and now I make it whenever I want something easy that still feels a little elevated for lunch.
Weeknight Smoky Ground Beef Tacos
This recipe is one of my favorite ways to use the Smoky Ground Beef Taco Filling. Once I already have the meat made, these tacos come together really fast and end up being one of those easy weeknight dinners that I never really get tired of.
Seared Steak with Mushroom Orzo & Chimichurri
This is the kind of dinner I make when I want something that feels a little elevated, but still cooks like a weeknight meal. The orzo turns creamy and savory with mushroom, sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan, the steak gets a hard sear and a proper rest, and a bright chimichurri cuts through everything with herbs and vinegar.
Southwest Taco Salad with Chipotle Ranch Drizzle
This is the kind of taco salad I make when I want something that feels like comfort food but still lands fresh and crisp. Warm, well-seasoned ground beef over cold lettuce, sweet corn, sharp cheddar, and a smoky chipotle ranch drizzle gives you that burrito-bowl satisfaction without much effort.
Ginger Sesame Tofu Power Bowl
This Ginger Sesame Tofu Bowl is a solid go-to whether you’re looking to fuel your day or meal prep something satisfying for the week. It features crispy baked tofu tossed in a sticky ginger-sesame glaze, roasted broccoli, crunchy raw veggies, and brown rice or noodles—all topped with a rich almond butter dressing. It’s balanced, bold, and keeps you full without weighing you down.
Classic Stuffed Bell Peppers
These classic stuffed bell peppers are simple, hearty, and full of everyday ingredients that you probably already have on hand. The combination of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and cheddar cheese makes this a dependable, satisfying meal that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for a small gathering.
Dan Dan Noodles
With a base of spaghetti, savory-sweet ground pork, crunchy peanuts, and a luscious chili-sesame sauce, this version brings the iconic Szechuan street food flavor to your weeknight dinner lineup — no specialty market required.
Simple Blackened Salmon with Garlic-Lime Butter
This is my go-to blackened salmon recipe for when I want something bold, fast, and packed with flavor—no fancy pans required. You don’t need a cast-iron skillet to get that crispy, spicy crust. A good nonstick pan and high heat do the trick beautifully. This recipe comes together in under 20 minutes and feels like something you'd get at a restaurant
Hot Honey Chicken Salad Sliders
These Hot Honey Chicken Salad Sliders are the kind of lunch that makes you look forward to leftovers. We’re talking juicy shredded rotisserie chicken in a creamy, tangy hot honey-mustard dressing, piled onto soft Hawaiian rolls with peppery arugula and zippy pickles.
Hot Honey Deviled Eggs with Chili-Honey Bacon Crumble
These aren’t your grandma’s deviled eggs. These are creamy, spicy-sweet, smoky, and just the right kind of fancy. A swirl of hot honey in the yolk mix adds an unexpected twist, and the chili-honey bacon crumble on top? Total flavor bomb.
Tropical Smoothie Jars
If you’re craving beachy vibes and something bright and fruity to start your day, these Tropical Smoothie Jars are where it’s at. They’re loaded with juicy mango and pineapple, blended into a silky smoothie and poured into cute mason jars you can stash in the fridge for a grab-and-go moment.