Aren’t we all always looking for new ways to use chicken breast? A change-up from the same ol’, same ol’? I know I am. (Tip: Here you can find 116 other chicken recipes I’ve blogged about!) Within the last year or so, I’ve taken a shine to cooking with pancetta, stemming from another chicken dish … Continue reading
Hey dudes and dudettes. I’m here tonight to tell you about a new chicken recipe. But first, I MUST tell you about the amazing Arcade Fire concert I went to last night at the Palace. Going to the show was somewhat of a last-minute decision, but I am so glad I did! We scored fourth-row … Continue reading
I hear it’s pretty cold out there. With impending snow, me and 99% of the rest of the city’s population went grocery shopping this morning. My usual grocery store’s parking lot was just mayhem. Close parking spots were not to be found and shoppers struggled to reach their cars while pushing their shopping carts through … Continue reading
In the summer, I can’t get enough salad recipes. Not that one really needs a formal recipe to throw a salad together. Which is kind of the beauty of a salad – combining all the ingredients one has on hand, placing them atop a bed of lettuce, and calling it a meal! Well, I’m much … Continue reading
Have you ever cooked with pancetta before? I have to admit that I had not until recently. It is an ingredient that I had, however, seen Giada De Laurentiis of the Food Network utilize many times, always over-enunciating the Italian pronunciation as she discusses it. Pancetta is similar to bacon, in that it is salt … Continue reading
This weekend was all about relishing the fabulous Ann Arbor weather. On Friday evening, we visited Palio’s rooftop for Happy Hour, sunshine, and a warm breeze. Half-off beer, wine, and apps! This bruschetta was especially amazing! Downtown Ann Arbor. The Voodoo Chicken with Plantains entrée was split at Grizzly Peak. YUM! La Dolce Vita Dessert … Continue reading
I’m always looking for ways to make chicken more interesting. As someone who is mindful of their daily calorie intake, lean, boneless skinless chicken breast is always a favorite protein of mine. I love Taste of Home’s Makeover Recipes, which take rich family-favorite comfort foods, and transform them into healthier but still flavorful versions, for … Continue reading
Honey-Chipotle BBQ Chicken ingredients. Prior to dinner, I baked two boneless skinless chicken breasts to use in this recipe. Make a sauce!: Mmm, this Honey-Chipotle BBQ Chicken (recipe from Cooking Light) was delish. Sweet, tangy, spicy, with a fair amount of heat! I topped it with shredded mozzarella and raw red onion slices, and opted … Continue reading
Well hello! Guess what today was! Today was my last day of work in 2010. So exciting. A much-needed 12 day vacation is now in front of me. So now that I have some time, let me tell you about a new soup recipe I tried yesterday. Yes, soup. Hope soup is not starting to … Continue reading
Tonight I tried a new super quick and easy chicken recipe: Dijon-Crusted Chicken Breast, from Healthy Cooking magazine. Seriously, so easy: 1. Brush Dijon mustard over chicken breast (halves or tenderloins will work). 2. Dip chicken into breadcrumb mixture, consisting of: bread crumbs grated parmesan cheese Italian seasoning and dried thyme salt and pepper 3. … Continue reading
