Fried Rice is the perfect side to any Asian dish. It's so easy to make and tastes just like it came from a restaurant. Last week, I shared a fantastic recipe for Sweet and Sour Chicken. This rice goes perfectly with it. Like the chicken, this rice tastes just like it came from a Chinese restaurant. The secret is the sesame oil. I love that I can make this at home. It's so simple, but this is the first homemade fried rice I've tasted that tastes like it came from … [Read more...]
Orange Chicken For Dummies
This Orange Chicken is one of the most popular recipes on my blog, and for good reason! A slow cooker meal that is completely delicious is bound to be awesome. Lance works in Wyoming during the cold season. He's home maybe 2 or 3 days and then he's gone about 2 weeks. Or longer. Which stinks. His family is nearby, which helps. Lance's brother and his wife live right behind us and always help out when needed. Like when my bath tub drain lever breaks off. Or my … [Read more...]
Summer Risoto
I am hurrying to squeeze this recipe in before it's fall! It'll be here before we know it. Already it is cooling off at nights, even cold! This recipe uses those garden zucchini and peas we all love. Creamy risotto matches well with the zucchini and peas. It makes a great side dish or a light dinner or lunch meal. 2 cans (14.5 each) chicken broth2 1/2 c. water3 Tbsp. butter1 or 2 large zucchini (1 lb), cut into 1/2 inch cubescoarse salt and black pepper1/2 c. finely chopped onion1 1/2 c. … [Read more...]
Spanish Rice
If you're looking for an easy recipe for Spanish Rice, this is it. It has the authentic taste you will find at Mexican restaurants. I needed a recipe for Spanish Rice for my Mexican dishes. I found it on Simply Recipes, where I also found a recipe for the refried beans that I'll be using in my burrito. I haven't found a packaged version of Spanish Rice that I like on the grocery store shelves. I was looking for that homemade flavor that you get when you go to a Mexican Restaurant. This … [Read more...]
South of the Border Burritos
South of the Border Burritos are such an easy dinner recipe. Filled with delicious ingredients, you won't regret serving them up! Hola! Since Cinco de Mayo is coming up, I am sharing a yummy Mexican recipe today. It's a wrap/burrito. Mess free eating at its best. And oh so yummy. I made a roast and shredded it up for this, but you could also use ground beef. My children liked it so that makes this a keeper in my kitchen. Happy Cinco de Mayo! South of the Border Burritos Print … [Read more...]
Baked Risotto with Asparagus & Spinach
I've never eaten risotto. I've never made risotto. Until I saw this dish. I knew I needed to try it. I like asparagus and I like spinach. Together in this risotto, it's pretty tasty. You could substitute broccoli if you aren't fond of asparagus. I think you may like it.1 Tbsp. olive oil1 c. finely chopped onion1 c. Arborio (risotto) rice8 c. (8-10 oz.) spinach leaves, torn to pieces2 c. chicken broth1/4 tsp. salt1/4 tsp. nutmeg1/2 c. shredded Parmesan cheese, divided1 1/2 c. sliced asparagusHeat … [Read more...]
Cheesy Rice and Chicken Casserole
Cheesy Rice and Chicken Casserole will make mouths happy. Cheese, rice and chicken make for an amazing dish. Casseroles are my friends. They are usually made up of a bunch of yummy stuff all put together and baked. The ones I love best have cheese. Lots and lots of cheese. This dish does not disappoint. I'm sure it will be on your make again (and again) list. Plus it's one of my most viewed recipes of all time! Cheesy Rice and Chicken Casserole Print Cook time 30 … [Read more...]
Evil Chicken Dinner
Evil because it's got 1 cup of brown sugar in it plus bacon plus you can't stop eating it. It's evil. Evil, evil, evil. Bad dinner. Not really, though. It's delicious. Printable VersionIngredients1 lb. bacon, cut into pieces1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, chopped3 Tbsp. chili powder1 c. brown sugarup to 1/2 c. water as neededcooked riceDirectionsCook the bacon in a large skillet until nearly done; don't drain. Stir in chicken & chili powder; Cook until cooked … [Read more...]
Get Yo’ Man Chicken!
I saw this on an episode of Down Home With the Neeley's and knew I had to make it. It is called "Get Yo' Man Chicken" because when you make this for a man, he will be yours. It is really good. I love it over the rice. It just tastes awesome. You can use white or brown rice or a combo of both, like I do. I can't totally handle the texture of straight brown rice yet, but I'm working on it. Thankfully my husband and kids like the combo, too. It makes for easier cooking.Get Yo' Man Chicken2 … [Read more...]
Cheesy BBQ Chicken and Rice
These come from Kraft Foods. I liked them but I think next time will use pinto beans instead of the black beans. It's just my preference, but you can make them just the way I did. I bet you're thinking, "BBQ Rice?" It's really pretty good. Give it a try...BBQ Chicken and Rice1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips 2 cups instant white rice, uncooked 1 cups Barbecue Sauce 1-1/2 cups water 1 cup canned black beans or pinto beans, drained 1-1/2 … [Read more...]
