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Best Ever White Bean Chicken Chili (82 cents/serving)

Jessica Fisher · June 4, 2020 · 32 Comments

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This White Bean Chicken Chili, redolent with spices and bursting with chicken and white beans, comes together quickly in 30 minutes or less for an easy, delicious dinner. Did you graduate from high school in 1990? Cut your adult teeth on the foods of the era like Chicken Caesar Salad? Chinese Chicken Salad? BBQ Chicken Pizza? […]

Filed Under: Beans, Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Slow Cooker, Soups, Turkey Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, packable

5 Different Ways to Cook Perfect Chicken to Use in Recipes

Jessica Fisher · June 3, 2020 · Leave a Comment

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Whether it’s chicken salad or a noodle soup, it’s helpful to have cooked chicken on hand to use in your favorite recipes. Check out these easy five ways to cook chicken perfectly. Chicken. It’s affordable. It’s versatile. It’s delicious. For instance, it’s a star player in Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe, a key ingredient in Chicken Bacon Subs, […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Kitchen Tips Tagged With: cooked chicken, dairy-free

Overnight Noodle Casserole (75 cents/serving)

Jessica Fisher · May 2, 2020 · 16 Comments

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Overnight Casserole is one of the easiest you can assemble. No need to boil the noodles, just stir together all the ingredients and chill overnight. Top with bread crumbs and bake. You’ve heard about Overnight Breakfast Casseroles, but what about the overnight casserole you serve for lunch or dinner? This dish is inspired by one […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Pasta, Recipe, Turkey Tagged With: casserole, cooked chicken, packable

Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells

Jessica Fisher · March 2, 2020 · 13 Comments

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A creamy, cheesy, chicken filling accentuates these Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells. Make a double batch to freeze for another time. Such a great comfort food! Ready to fill your freezer with deliciousness? These Creamy Chicken Stuffed Shells are just the ticket! The filling is a luscious cream cheese, chicken, mozzarella concoction, specked with green onion […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Pasta, Recipe, Turkey Tagged With: casserole, cooked chicken, packable

Tandoori Chicken Marinade Recipe

Jessica Fisher · February 14, 2020 · 9 Comments

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This Tandoori Chicken Marinade is packed with flavor. The recipe is quick to mix up and super freezer-friendly. Make more than one batch! Ready for a quick and easy dinner that you can prep on Sunday afternoon and throw on the grill a day or two later? Well, I gotcha covered. Tandoori Chicken Marinade is […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Grilling, Recipe Tagged With: cooked chicken

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie Recipe (Freezer-Friendly)

Jessica Fisher · November 23, 2019 · 73 Comments

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Chicken Pot Pie is a sure-fire favorite at my house. Flaky, buttery crust surrounds chicken, vegetables, and a delectable homemade gravy for delicious comfort food. Years ago when I had my second baby I was surrounded by good cooks who spoiled me once the baby was born. This Chicken Pot Pie was one of those […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Turkey Tagged With: casserole, cooked chicken

Easy Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup for Cooking

Jessica Fisher · October 19, 2019 · 46 Comments

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Homemade Cream of Chicken Soup is a wonderful, flavorful, healthy alternative to commercial canned cream soups. It’s easy to make and freezes beautifully. Ditch the can, man! What’s a staple canned good that most of our grandmothers and mothers regularly kept on hand? What’s the base of many a casserole, soup, and sauce recipe? What’s […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Sauces, Soups Tagged With: cooked chicken, DIY Convenience

The Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole You’ll Want on Repeat

Jessica Fisher · August 24, 2019 · 12 Comments

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Creamy Chicken Enchilada Casserole comes together quickly, freezes beautifully, and makes for a delicious and hearty main dish. Make a double batch so you can repeat the experience next week! Dinnertime can be a delicious time. Or it can be a headache.  Sure, there’s the burger joint around the corner. Or the taco shop down […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Turkey Tagged With: casserole, cooked chicken, packable

Make the Most of Lunch on the Go: Easy Chicken Salad Sandwiches

Jessica Fisher · May 29, 2019 · Leave a Comment

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Ready to get up and go? Make sure to save money on your lunch bill by packing up some easy Chicken Salad Sandwiches with crisp, crunchy cucumbers. Lunchtime is pretty awesome. A delicious respite in the middle of a busy day.  Problem is if you’re away from home, lunchtime can be tricky. To get take-out […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Main Dishes, Poultry, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: chicken salad, cooked chicken, packable, updated, work lunch

Homemade Chicken Enchiladas with Roasted Chiles

Jessica Fisher · April 25, 2019 · 15 Comments

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Hosting a crowd? Serve two big pans of homemade chicken enchiladas with freshly roasted chiles. No crowd? No problem. Stash one pan in the freezer for another time. Got a hankering for something hearty that can feed a large group without a lot of work? Looking for a dish that can be made in advance, […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe Tagged With: casserole, cooked chicken, enchiladas, packable

Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps

Jessica Fisher · April 5, 2019 · 11 Comments

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Enjoy a simple, delicious chicken salad loaded with apples and almonds in this easy recipe for Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps. Looking for a tasty lunch that’s not too heavy? Want something quick and easy to prep? Can’t decide between a salad or a sandwich?  The answer to your queries is found in a super simple […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, dairy-free, packable, Veggies Most, whole 30

Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe

Jessica Fisher · September 29, 2018 · 15 Comments

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This Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe is an easy and economical dish that everyone loves! Stir up a pot of chicken stock with tender egg noodles, chunks of chicken, and slivers of vegetables. Soup is good food! Chilly weather? A case of the sniffles? A horrible, no-good, very bad day? For centuries chicken noodle soup has […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Soups Tagged With: cooked chicken, dairy-free, packable

Chicken Caesar Sandwiches for a Quick & Simple Meal

Jessica Fisher · July 22, 2018 · 2 Comments

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This Chicken Caesar Sandwich Recipe is just what you expect – quick and simple deliciousness tucked into French bread. They are a fun, portable twist on a vintage classic. Do you love caesar salad but sometimes find it a little cliche? Are you ready for a sandwich that will knock your socks off? Do you […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Recipe, Sandwiches Tagged With: cooked chicken, no cook, packable

Poorman’s Chicken Caesar Salad Recipe

Jessica Fisher · May 3, 2018 · 36 Comments

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Entree salads are a great one to enjoy delicious flavors without spending a lot of money. This Chicken Caesar Salad recipe is made from scratch quick and easily and tastes fantastic! OK, Caesar Salad may be very 1994. It might also be very 1924, for that matter. But, I don’t care. It still tastes great. […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, no cook, updated, Veggies Most

Orchard Chicken Salad Recipe With Apples

Jessica Fisher · September 17, 2017 · 8 Comments

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Enjoy fresh fruits, spicy scallions, crunchy almonds, and tender chicken in this delicious and refreshing Orchard Chicken Salad recipe with apples. Perfect for sandwiches, salads, or lettuce wraps. This chicken salad with grapes and apples is one of those miracle recipes. You can stir in a multitude of spices, herbs, fruits, and veggies and come […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: cooked chicken, dairy-free, no cook, packable, whole 30

Chicken Salad Club Sandwiches

Jessica Fisher · August 22, 2017 · 2 Comments

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Sandwich Night will become something super special when you top creamy chicken salad with bacon in these Chicken Salad Club Sandwiches. You know I’m a huge fan of sandwich recipes for a quick dinner.  Whether it’s an easy tuna melt sandwich, a chicken caesar salad sandwich,or a veggie pesto sandwich they are always just such […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Pork, Recipe, Sandwiches, Turkey Tagged With: cooked chicken, packable

Chicken Burrito Bowls with Chipotle Crema

Jessica Fisher · August 14, 2017 · 2 Comments

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Forget the fancy taco shop and it’s high priced burrito bowls. You can make your own — better and for less! Pack these Chicken Burrito Bowls with Chipotle Crema for lunch this week. For years a fancy pants taco shop has been my go-to for Sunday lunch. I can order online and pick up a […]

Filed Under: Beans, Bowl Meals, Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Rice, Turkey Tagged With: cooked chicken, packable, Veggies Most

Chef’s Salad with a Garlicky Anchovy Vinaigrette

Jessica Fisher · April 18, 2017 · 7 Comments

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A typical chef’s salad boasts hard-boiled eggs, cucumbers, tomatoes, cheese, and meat on a bed of dressed greens. This garlicky anchovy vinaigrette adds some punch to the mix. Salads are some of my favorite healthier meals. They give you the opportunity to “eat the rainbow”, save money, use up little bits of leftover meat and […]

Filed Under: Lunches, Main Dishes, Recipe, Salads Tagged With: 30-minute meals, cooked chicken, no cook, packable, Veggies Most, whole 30

BBQ Chicken Pizza with Bacon & Pineapple

Jessica Fisher · March 28, 2017 · 4 Comments

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Make Pizza Night out of this world this week with a BBQ Chicken Pizza with Bacon & Pineapple – so simple, good, and packed with flavor. Just be sure to make more than one. Pizza Night is a big deal at our house. If I don’t make pizza on Friday night, or at the very […]

Filed Under: Chicken, Pizza, Recipe Tagged With: cooked chicken

One-Pan Chicken Nachos Recipe

Jessica Fisher · February 26, 2017 · Leave a Comment

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Feed a crowd and your hunger for loaded nachos all in one fell swoop. This One-Pan Chicken Nachos recipe will have you set for success. Nachos have been a favorite dinner or snack of mine since high school. Trust me, that’s a long time. Back in the day, my best friend Stephanie and I would […]

Filed Under: Appetizers, Chicken, Lunches, Recipe, Snacks Tagged With: cooked chicken

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