Cajun Jambalaya

Today is Mardi Gras, which means it's time for some Cajun Jambalaya! The observant chef will notice that this dish bears a striking resemblance to paella, but somewhat simpler and with different ingredients. Recipe Notes: This dish also works well served over pasta (Pictured). While not traditional, it's quite delicious. Simply substitute the rice for … Continue reading Cajun Jambalaya

Pesto with Penne, Roasted Asparagus and Grilled Chicken

Finally, the Pesto Pasta of My Dreams Assembling this pasta has four steps, all of which are super easy. (1) Make Pesto (2) Marinate and Grill Chicken (3) Roast Asparagus (4) Cook Pasta According to Package Directions Serve with Killer Garlic Bread and enjoy. Ingredients Prep For the Pesto Place blades and bowl of food … Continue reading Pesto with Penne, Roasted Asparagus and Grilled Chicken

Game Day Feast

It's that time of year again! This Sunday is Super Bowl Sunday - that weird yet super-fun day where Americans, all told, will eat approximately 28 million pounds of nachos, 1.25 billion chicken wings, and 8 million pounds of guacamole. The recipes below don't yield those types of quantities, but should be more than enough … Continue reading Game Day Feast

Panko Parmesan Crusted Chicken Piccata

This twist on an Italian classic uses Japanese panko bread crumbs to create a delicate yet irresistibly crisp breading on the outside of lightly fried chicken cutlets which are then served with a savory and tangy pan sauce over angel hair pasta. Time: 45-60 minutesLevel: Easy/IntermediateCost: About $4-6 per plateServes: 4- 6 Ingredients: 2-3 … Continue reading Panko Parmesan Crusted Chicken Piccata

Mojito Tacos

These fresh, vibrant tacos are perfect for a warm summer evening. Named for the drink, these tacos are brightened up by the flavors of rum and mint - and it totally works. Ingredients: 1. 4 chicken breasts, butterflied 2. 2 tablespoons mayonnaise 3. 2 teaspoons fresh mint, finely minced 4. 2 teaspoons fresh cilantro, finely … Continue reading Mojito Tacos

Grilled Chicken Thighs; Summer Salad; Jalapeño Green Goddess Dressing

This dish is a celebration of the very best flavors of deep summer. Make it soon - grilling season is almost at an end, and the ingredients which imbue a bright, earthy flavor to each bite are in prime season Ingredients (Recipe Serves 4): For the Jalapeño Green Goddess Dressing 4 Anchovy Fillets, packed in … Continue reading Grilled Chicken Thighs; Summer Salad; Jalapeño Green Goddess Dressing

Grilled Sriracha Hot Wings with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

These wings are a riff on classic buffalo wings - perfect for game day, or any day for that matter! Ingredients For the Wings 2 lbs fresh chicken wings 2 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon kosher salt For the Sauce 4 tablespoons butter 1 clove garlic, grated on a microplane or pressed 1 cup Sriracha … Continue reading Grilled Sriracha Hot Wings with Homemade Blue Cheese Dressing

Classic Chicken Marsala

This classic American-Italian Dish is comfort food at it's best. Crank up the Pavarotti, uncork a bottle of wine, and prepare yourself for a meal that will challenge the best New York Italian hole-in-the-wall joint any day. Best part? Easy: 30 minutes start to finish. Ingredients 2 chicken breasts, butterflied in half lengthwise, pounded to … Continue reading Classic Chicken Marsala

Southern Chicken Salad

Chicken Salad is one of those things that people apparently have really strong opinions about. That should come as no surprise, considering the number of different versions there are out there; there's chunky chicken salad, smooth chicken salad, Napa Almond chicken salad. Some people like to add grapes, some people like to add Indian or … Continue reading Southern Chicken Salad

The Best, Easiest Roast Chicken

Stick with me on this one people: Trust me. If you do, you will be rewarded with the juiciest, tenderest most succulent chicken with the crispiest, most delicious crackling skin you've ever had. A good roast chicken should be both simple and delicious rather than fussy and difficult. The method described in this post is, … Continue reading The Best, Easiest Roast Chicken