Category: Recipes

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Sweet-Spicy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

This colorful chicken and veggie stir-fry features a sweet-spicy sauce and a topping of dry-roasted peanuts, which add delicious crunch. Ingredients 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon fish sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon sambal oelek 1 teaspoon dark sesame oil 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch 2 tablespoons canola […]

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Tahini-Marinated Chicken Thighs with Cucumber-and-Tomato Salad

Adding tahini to the marinade makes the chicken buttery tender without an overwhelming amount of sesame flavor in the finished dish. It also helps the chicken to char nicely on the grill. Ingredients Chicken: 1/4 cup tahini (sesame seed paste), well stirred 3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 3 tablespoons olive oil 3 tablespoons […]

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Teriyaki Salmon with Mushrooms

Get a healthy dose of omega-3 fatty acids, the fatty acids that lower the risk of heart disease, from this pan-seared salmon served with a rich mushroom sauce. You can substitute chicken broth for the sherry, if you prefer. Ingredients 1/4 cup dry sherry 1/4 cup low-sodium teriyaki sauce 2 tablespoons light brown sugar 1 […]

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Instant Pot Sausage-Cornbread Stuffing

You can’t have Thanksgiving dinner without stuffing. Classic flavors, a moist-but-not-soggy texture, and a touch of sweetness will make this Instant Pot stuffing a new family favorite. Ingredients 12 ounces (3 links) hot Italian sausage, casings removed 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 medium-size yellow onion, chopped (1 1/2 cups) 3 medium celery stalks, chopped (1 cup) […]

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Easy Chicken Adobo

Inspired by the Philippine national dish, this Easy Chicken Adobo uses a simple blend of garlic, vinegar, and soy sauce to give chicken a zingy boost. Traditional adobo sauces are commonly enriched with coconut milk, and the dish is frequently made with pork. But for everyday cooking, we like this lighter, simpler chicken recipe. Serve […]

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Crispy Oven-Fried Chicken Cutlets with Roasted Broccoli and Parmesan Cream Sauce

Even if you have made oven-fried chicken countless times before, this might become your new favorite recipe. The chicken is dredged in a flavorful mixture of melted butter and Dijon mustard before being coated in crushed cornflakes and panko, for maximum crunch. When paired with caramelized roasted broccoli and a smooth parmesan cream sauce. We […]

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White Calzones with Marinara Sauce

What is the easiest way to win over your family on a weeknight? Cheesey calzones. Most supermarket brands of ricotta contain stabilizers, which can give the cheese a gummy texture when baked. Check the label and choose ricotta made with as few ingredients as possible—ideally milk, whey, vinegar, and salt. Or seek out homemade ricotta […]

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Slow Cooker Chicken with 40 Cloves of Gar

White meat can dry out after a long haul in the slow cooker, so we opt for bone-in thighs to guarantee optimal flavor and succulence. Make prep easier with prepeeled garlic, and pretty-up the platter with lemon slices and thyme sprigs.   Ingredients Cooking spray 1 cup unsalted chicken stock 1/4 cup dry white wine […]

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Steak and Asparagus Stir-Fry

Spring’s favorite vegetable shines in this quick stir-fry. Serve with precooked jasmine rice, available in pouches on the rice aisle. Ingredients 1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock (such as Swanson) 1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons lower-sodium soy sauce 2 teaspoons grated peeled fresh ginger 2 teaspoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon cornstarch 5 teaspoons […]

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Parmesan Chicken Breast Tenders

We call for chicken breast tenders here to keep things easy, but you can also use skinless, boneless chicken breasts (which are less expensive). Just cut each breast lengthwise into 3 strips. (Cost for 4: $8.61) Ingredients 1.5 ounces all-purpose flour (about 1/3 cup) 3 tablespoons fine-ground cornmeal 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, finely grated (about […]