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Asian Chicken Meatballs

I started my new job this week! On top of running this food blog, my favorite job, I am also a registered CT technologist. I haven’t been working as a CT tech for a few months as we were getting settled in our move to Texas. So it was time to get back out there! I decided to work PRN, which is one of the perks in working in healthcare, so I still have time to work on my blog and spend time with the fam.

Asian Chicken Meatballs

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Breakfast Taquitos

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Not that I need a reason to eat Mexican food, my absolute favorite, I made these fantastic Breakfast Taquitos to celebrate. They may be called “Breakfast ” Taquitos, but you really could eat them any time of day.

Breakfast Taquitos with Coffee

Breakfast Taquitos

These take a little prep time so next time I think I will double the batch. Then freeze the extras for later in the week when my cravings for these little buggers kick in… That is if there are any extras left 🙂

Breakfast Taquitos Close up

Breakfast Taquitos in the morning

These would also taste great topped with my fresh homemade salsa!

Recipe from Damn Delicious.

Breakfast Taquitos
Serves 4
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Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
15 min
Total Time
35 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
214g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 472
Calories from Fat 273
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 31g
48%
Saturated Fat 10g
51%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g
Monounsaturated Fat 14g
Cholesterol 151mg
50%
Sodium 463mg
19%
Total Carbohydrates 33g
11%
Dietary Fiber 7g
26%
Sugars 1g
Protein 18g
Vitamin A
11%
Vitamin C
12%
Calcium
24%
Iron
12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 8-10 corn soft tortillas
  2. 3 large eggs scrambled
  3. 6 ounces Italian sausage, crumbled
  4. 1/4 cup tomato, diced
  5. 1 avocado, seeded and diced
  6. 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  2. Place tortillas in microwave and heat for about 15-20 seconds to warm. Working one at a time, place eggs, sausage, tomatoes, avocado, and cheddar cheese in the center of each wrapper. Careful not to overfill.
  3. Roll tortilla and place seam side down onto baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until crisp.
  4. Serve immediately.
Adapted from Damn Delicious
Adapted from Damn Delicious
Kim's Healthy Eats https://www.kimshealthyeats.com/

Chicken Quinoa Enchilada Bake

I know, I know, I have yet another quinoa recipe. I bought this huge bag at Costco and I haven’t even made a dent in it. Good thing the fam loves the stuff!  Annnd it just so happens to be Cinco De Mayo next week so I was thinking Mexican.

Chicken Quinoa Enchilada Bake

This is an awesome week night recipe and leaves plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day. And my favorite part is I only used one pan for this dish! I have mentioned before how much I loooove my Lodge cast iron skillet, but it truly is one of my favorite pans. It’s inexpensive, durable, and goes from stove top to oven.

Chicken Quinoa Enchilada Bake

Back to the Enchilada Bake… The recipe is pretty basic so feel free to add any of your favorite toppings!

Chicken Quinoa Enchilada Bake

Chicken Quinoa Enchilada Bake
Serves 6
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Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
46 min
Prep Time
10 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
46 min
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size
343g
Amount Per Serving
Calories 420
Calories from Fat 148
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 17g
26%
Saturated Fat 5g
26%
Trans Fat 0g
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 82mg
27%
Sodium 866mg
36%
Total Carbohydrates 35g
12%
Dietary Fiber 7g
30%
Sugars 10g
Protein 33g
Vitamin A
44%
Vitamin C
68%
Calcium
17%
Iron
20%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Ingredients
  1. 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
  2. 1 small onion, diced
  3. 1 sweet pepper, diced
  4. 1 clove garlic, minced
  5. 1 tablespoon chili powder
  6. 1 teaspoon cumin
  7. 1 lb chicken, cut into bit sized pieces
  8. 2 cups enchilada sauce
  9. 1/2 cup cheddar cheese

  10. Optional Toppings
  11. diced avocado
  12. diced tomatos or salsa
  13. green onion
  14. cilantro
  15. greek yogurt
  16. jalapeño peppers
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Add diced onions and peppers and sauté for about 3 minutes.
  3. Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and chicken. Saute until chicken is cooked and not longer pink about 8 minutes.
  4. Add cooked quinoa and enchilada sauce and mix until combined. If you have a oven proof skillet top with cheese and bake for about 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly. If you do not have an oven proof skillet and mixture to a lightly greased casserole dish, top with cheese and bake.
Kim's Healthy Eats https://www.kimshealthyeats.com/

Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowl

I have a confession to make… I am obsessed with Sriracha sauce. There, I said it! I love it! I can’t get enough of it! In fact I am eating it on my eggs right now. And I can’t wait to eat it again for lunch because I have this delicious dish leftover from last night 🙂

Sriracha Chicken Quinoa Bowl

Well this probably one of the best dinners I have made in awhile and it seriously took me about 15 minutes to make!

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Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

I am finally getting used to the lighting situation at our new place in TX. The kitchen, my favorite spot,  does not have a window. Boo! So it was time to get my creative juices flowing… I tried each room with a window in our tiny place and I finally found it. The master bedroom. Not my first choice, but at least it wasn’t the bathroom!

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Hummus Crusted Chicken with Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ahhh! We are finally getting settled here in beautiful Grapevine, TX. But let me tell you I am pooped! Driving half away across the country, unpacking and getting used to a new area is exhausting. So quick easy one dish dinners it is this week! That I still can’t find my pots and pans…

Hummus Crusted Chicken

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Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

The Super Bowl is right around the corner. Instead of serving calorie filled chicken wings give these Buffalo Chicken Meatballs a try. I promise you and your guests will not be disappointed! Although, you may want to double this recipe if you are serving a large crowd. Let’s face you can’t eat just one 🙂

Buffalo Chicken Meatballs

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