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Spiced Chickpeas and Eggs with Herb Garlic Yogurt & Tomato Cucumber Salad

Monique — Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:22 +0000

Spiced Chickpeas and Eggs with Herb Garlic Yogurt & Tomato Cucumber Salad

Beautiful spiced chickpeas and eggs with creamy herb garlic yogurt and fresh tomato cucumber salad. This unique vegetarian meal packs over 20g of protein and is filled with warming spices that pair perfectly with the cool yogurt and salad. Scoop up with warm pita bread for a flavorful lunch, brunch, or side dish to share!

Copycat Portillo’s Chopped Salad

Monique — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:00:00 +0000

Copycat Portillo’s Chopped Salad

Enjoy Portillo’s right at home with the perfect copycat Portillo’s chopped salad recipe! This iconic salad is filled with textures and flavors from crunchy veggies, savory bacon and gorgonzola cheese, juicy chicken, and your fav pasta. It’s the perfect weekday lunch or side dish for your next party or BBQ! I first shared this delicious,

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables

Monique — Wed, 11 Jun 2025 09:00:11 +0000

Grilled Mediterranean Chicken and Vegetables

Delicious grilled Mediterranean chicken with beautiful vegetables and the best herby tzatziki sauce. This high-protein, veggie-packed dinner is perfect for summer and ready in just about 30 minutes! Serve everything up with warm pita bread or your favorite grains, and plenty of fresh herbs. I teased this incredible new summer grilling recipe a couple of

Herby Chickpea and Feta Pasta Salad

Monique — Wed, 14 May 2025 16:00:27 +0000

Herby Chickpea and Feta Pasta Salad

Beautiful herby chickpea and feta pasta salad, AKA the viral “Jennifer Aniston” salad made with pasta! This easy salad is packed with veggies and delicious mix-ins like feta, pistachios, pickled red onions, and tons of fresh herbs. Toss it all in a light lemon vinaigrette for the perfect lunch or dinner that takes just 20

Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Chicken Bowls

Monique — Mon, 12 May 2025 16:00:12 +0000

Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Chicken Bowls

Sweet and spicy gochujang chicken bowls made with a flavorful sauce, beautiful veggies, and plenty of protein from lean ground chicken. These easy, one pan basil chicken bowls take just 30 minutes to make for the perfect weeknight meal! Options to serve with fresh garnishes over rice or noodles. I shared a super easy one

One Pan Baked Pesto Orzo with Chicken Meatballs

Monique — Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:00:32 +0000

One Pan Baked Pesto Orzo with Chicken Meatballs

Delicious melt-in-your-mouth pesto chicken meatballs made with shredded zucchini for a boost of nutrition. Paired alongside an incredible creamy pesto orzo with vitamin D packed mushrooms and brightness from lemon! Get your veggies and nutrition in, all while having a comforting well-rounded meal. An incredible skillet dinner that’s too good not to re-share. This one

30-Minute Sesame Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry

Monique — Tue, 22 Apr 2025 16:00:04 +0000

30-Minute Sesame Chicken Green Bean Stir Fry

Healthy sesame chicken green bean stir fry made with gorgeous veggies like fresh green beans, carrots and red bell pepper all cooked in a flavorful sesame ginger sauce. This easy chicken and green bean stir fry takes just 30 minutes to make for a paleo friendly, protein-packed weeknight dinner that’s great for meal prep. Enjoy

The Best Meatball Recipes

Monique — Sun, 20 Apr 2025 16:00:07 +0000

The Best Meatball Recipes

Over 10 amazing meatball recipes that make the perfect weeknight dinner! These easy, healthy meatball recipes are made with ground chicken or ground turkey and are cooked with flavorful spices and sauces. Freezer-friendly and SO delicious! MEATBALLS. They don’t just go with spaghetti, kids. Over the past few years, I’ve created over 10 amazing meatball

One Pan Southwest Chicken and Rice Fajita Skillet

Monique — Mon, 14 Apr 2025 09:00:46 +0000

One Pan Southwest Chicken and Rice Fajita Skillet

One pan fajita chicken and rice skillet packed with bold Southwest seasonings, tons of beautiful veggies, and plenty of protein from both black beans and chicken. This easy chicken fajita rice skillet is delicious topped with salsa, avocado, and pickled red onion, and makes incredible leftovers. The perfect weeknight meal that’s bursting with flavor! Move

Curried Chickpea Couscous Salad

Monique — Tue, 08 Apr 2025 16:00:59 +0000

Curried Chickpea Couscous Salad

Flavorful curried chickpea couscous salad filled with fresh herbs, crunchy nuts, and a little sweetness from dried fruit. Toss it all in the BEST creamy curry tahini dressing and enjoy the perfect plant-based lunch or side dish that stays good for days! Options to make it a fuller meal with grilled chicken or salmon. You

Sheet Pan Honey Sesame Chicken and Asparagus

Monique — Mon, 07 Apr 2025 09:00:41 +0000

Sheet Pan Honey Sesame Chicken and Asparagus

Easy sheet pan sesame chicken baked with a rainbow of vegetables and a flavorful sesame sauce. This protein-packed one pan sesame chicken recipe makes the perfect weeknight meal served with fresh toppings and a scoop of rice or rice noodles. Your new favorite meal prep dinner! I’ve got another super easy, flavorful, meal-prep-worthy sheet pan

Firecracker Chicken Meatballs with Cilantro Coconut Pineapple Rice

Monique — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:00:10 +0000

Firecracker Chicken Meatballs with Cilantro Coconut Pineapple Rice

Incredible firecracker chicken meatballs made with flavorful spices and served with a creamy cilantro coconut pineapple rice. These healthy firecracker chicken meatballs are spicy, sweet, savory and make an incredible one pan meal. Easily made gluten free and perfect for meal prep! SPICY LOVAHS THIS IS FOR U. You know how every once in a