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.
Category Archives: Main Dishes
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.
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 🙂
These would also taste great topped with my fresh homemade salsa!
Recipe from Damn Delicious.
- 8-10 corn soft tortillas
- 3 large eggs scrambled
- 6 ounces Italian sausage, crumbled
- 1/4 cup tomato, diced
- 1 avocado, seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- 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.
- Roll tortilla and place seam side down onto baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until crisp.
- Serve immediately.
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.
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.
Back to the Enchilada Bake… The recipe is pretty basic so feel free to add any of your favorite toppings!
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package directions
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 sweet pepper, diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 lb chicken, cut into bit sized pieces
- 2 cups enchilada sauce
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- Optional Toppings
- diced avocado
- diced tomatos or salsa
- green onion
- cilantro
- greek yogurt
- jalapeño peppers
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large skillet heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium high heat. Add diced onions and peppers and sauté for about 3 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, and chicken. Saute until chicken is cooked and not longer pink about 8 minutes.
- 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.
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 🙂
Well this probably one of the best dinners I have made in awhile and it seriously took me about 15 minutes to make!
Paleo Avocado Turkey Burgers
Burgers are one of my go to dinners during the week. I make them at least once a week. They are easy to make and take minutes to cook.
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!
Italian Tortellini Sausage Soup
I was caught in a “What to make for dinner?” slump this week. Then a friend of mine on Facebook shared an oldie but goodie recipe that I posted last year. Italian Tortellini Sausage Soup!
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…
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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 🙂
Easy Oven Roasted Chicken and Root Vegetables
Tis the season for entertaining! Oven roasted chicken is an easy, delicious meal without breaking the budget. I made this chicken with root veggies, but you could easily swap your favorites. I am definitely adding brussels sprouts next time!
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