Ok so this is where I say I grew up Italian food and have always loved chicken parmesan but that would not be the truth! I did grow up on Italian food but I was so picky all I ate was pasta with Ragu sauce. No meat, no frills, nothing other than plain pasta with …
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Instant Pot: Lasagna Soup
This Instant Pot Lasagna Soup is deeeelicious! I adapted this recipe from A Pinch of Healthy but completely changed up the cooking process and altered a few of the ingredients to my liking. I was surprised and elated when I saw that she uses turkey sausage and I knew that I just had to make this …
Instant Pot: Chicken & Cranberry Stuffed Acorn Squash
This was the first time I have ever made acorn squash. Spaghetti squash, sure! Acorn squash, who? This chicken & cranberry stuffed acorn squash is filling and just what the doctor ordered this fall. VEGETARIAN OPTIONS I adapted this recipe from Well Plated! I was looking for some new fall inspiration and this fit the …
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Instant Pot: Chicken Noodle Soup
Who doesn’t love chicken noodle soup?? It’s a classic, it’s what most people think of when you say the word Grandma. I made this twice in one week and think its pretty darn tasty. This recipe was inspired by Crunchy Creamy Sweet but per usual I switched up the timing, instructions, some ingredients and measurements …
Instant Pot: Cilantro Lime Chicken
This Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is versatile and delicious! Chicken is a great protein that is low fat, low calorie and goes with almost everything! You can serve this cilantro lime chicken multiple ways so that you never get bored! SERVE ON You can serve this cilantro lime chicken on top of white rice …
Instant Pot: Honey BBQ Meatballs
These honey bbq chicken meatballs are tender, gluten-free and super easy to make! NUTRITION Per 5oz meatball, there are 125 calories, 6.5g fat, 9g carb and 8g protein. I usually have 4 per serving but you can literally customize to your own dietary/macro needs. Because of the almond meal, these are gluten-free! If you are …
Instant Pot: Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These buffalo chicken meatballs are tender, gluten-free and super easy to make! This recipe was adapted from What Great Grandma Ate (click here to view) but the proportions and timing in the Instant Pot just weren’t right. They were too mealy and definitely overcooked. So I bought all the ingredients again and made my own adjustments to the …
Instant Pot: Beef & Broccoli
This Instant Pot Beef & Broccoli is so tender and flavorful you won’t ever need to go to a Chinese restaurant again!! It is super easy to make and way more nutritious then dining out. This recipe was inspired by Life Made Sweeter, but I changed up some of the measurements, the cooking method and …
Mexican Tostadas
These Mexican tostadas are filled with fresh ingredients and can be made vegetarian or stacked with meat. I made shredded chicken, but you can customize using your protein of choice! I used the broiler to cook and char the sliced onions however you can always cook the onions on the stove top in a saute …
Taco Spaghetti Skillet
This cheesy, meaty, taco spaghetti skillet will immediately bring you back to your childhood. Hamburger helper, anyone? NUTRITION I wanted to make a healthier version of this kid favorite. I used organic ground beef, a light version of shredded cheese and swapped out the pasta for Spaghetti Squash! (click here for how to cook!) This …
Instant Pot: Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
This buffalo chicken stuffed sweet potato recipe is simple and delicious. The instant pot cooks the chicken to perfection and makes it super easy to pull apart. (click here for my favorite shredding claws) TOO MUCH SPICE? NOT ENOUGH? For those who are afraid of a little spice, have no fear the buffalo isn’t overpowering. …
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Instant Pot: Orange Chicken
Need to satisfy that Chinese craving? Do you like Orange Chicken? Want to do it in a healthy and quick fashion?? This Instant Pot Orange Chicken is your answer! I love Orange Chicken. What I don’t love about Orange Chicken is how unhealthy it is. (News Flash: anything fried is not usually classified as healthy). …