Mediterranean Chicken “Date Night Dinner” {Special Guest Post at Happy Wives Club}

April 5, 2013 by · 2 Comments

At-Home Date Night Dinner!

I’m thrilled to be over at the Happy Wives Club today sharing a super easy, yet exquisite Mediterranean Chicken ”date night” dish that’s certain to WOW your hubby, and perhaps the kiddos too (if you opt to make it a family affair).

One skillet meals are such a great way to put a healthy & delicious dinner on the table in virtually no time – and with minimal clean-up – making them the perfect option for easy weeknight suppers.

And the great thing about this particular one-dish recipe is that it tastes even better the next day – so I’m also sharing a couple of delicious ways to repurpose this Mediterranean Chicken recipe for quick-n-easy meals later in the week!

We’d love to hear from YOU!
When our kiddos were little, my hubby and I would often have Date Night Dinners (or simply enjoy a date night dessert) at home, after we put the boys to bed. These simple, yet special at-home date nights were such a blessed time for us to reconnect without the expense of going out to eat and hiring a sitter.

Do you do at-home date nights? If so, what are your favorite at-home date night ideas? Please pop over and share them with us at the Happy Wives Club – a wonderful resource for inspiring more joy in our role as wives!

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5 Favorite Recipes Using Leftover Turkey

November 16, 2012 by · Leave a Comment

There’s nothing like a perfectly roasted turkey to put the ‘thanks’ into Thanksgiving! And while some may opt for just the right size bird to avoid excessive leftovers, I beg to differ. I say get the biggest bird you can afford (and that will fit into your roasting pan).

Why? Well if you’re a fan of the Cook Once, Eat Twice strategy, those excessive leftovers mean less work when preparing future meals.

That’s because roasted turkey makes a wonderful replacement for chicken in most recipes. And it can easily be kept fresh by dividing it into 1-to-2 cup portions and placing it into freezer bags, or freezer-safe containers. Then, you’ll have a convenient supply of pre-cooked turkey on hand to create quick and healthy meals like the ones shared below.

5 Healthy & Delicious Ways
to Enjoy Leftover Turkey

1. Savory Turkey & Veggies w/Dumplings

2. Made with Love Turkey Noodle Soup

3. Turkey Enchilada Casserole

4. Turkey & Veggie Quesadilla Sandwiches

5. Turkey-Cranberry Salad Sandwiches

P.S. I’ll be taking a little bloggin’ break from November 16–25 to spend time with my family during the week of Thanksgiving. So although it may be a tad bit early, I wanted to be sure to wish you and you family a very blessed Thanksgiving!

Praise be to God for the bounty of His provision and His wonderful mercy and grace through His beloved Son Jesus Christ!

May your Thanksgiving be especially blessed!

Joyfully (and thankfully) serving HIM, Kelly

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Sweet-n-Spicy Crockpot Chicken (GF, DF)

September 24, 2012 by · 24 Comments


This easy, yet delectable crockpot chicken recipe is the brainchild of my 12 year old who always requests my Sweet-n-Spicy BBQ Chicken anytime I ask, “what should be on next week’s meal plan?” When I told him I was getting ready to post some of our favorite crockpot recipes, he asked if I would create a new one by finding a way to make his favorite chicken in the crockpot. Brilliant idea! Yet again, proving that kids belong in the kitchen!

What’s equally brilliant is this recipe allows you to prep the ingredients ahead of time and place them into the freezer. Then when you know you’re going to have one of those days where there’s just no time to cook, you can simply toss the frozen ingredients right into the crockpot and enjoy a super-easy and delicious home-cooked healthy meal! (See note in recipe below for details.)


P.S. Whenever I make this, my boys can hardly stop themselves from shoveling it in – LOL! I have to admit this recipe is a new favorite of mine too and I’m not usually one for dinners on the sweet side. But this dish has a nice spicy flavor that balances out the sweetness of the apricot. And the flavorful sauce is especially delicious over rice and steamed veggies. Enjoy!

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Sweet-n-Spicy Crockpot Chicken (GF)

Yield: 4-5 servings

Sweet-n-Spicy Crockpot Chicken (GF)

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds of boneless, skinless organic chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup diced red pepper
  • 1 cup organic apricot preserves (or homemade peach jam)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp Coconut Secret soy-free sauce (I use this in place of soy sauce)
  • 1 tbsp dry mustard
  • 1 tsp dried minced onion
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red chili pepper flakes
  • Optional: 1 tbsp arrowroot powder to thicken the sauce

Instructions

  1. Cut chicken breasts into 2x2-inch chunks and place into crockpot. Top with a half-cup of diced red pepper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together all remaining ingredients, except the arrowroot powder, and pour over chicken and peppers.
  3. Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours. (Since crockpots vary in temperature, it's best to check this at the 4-hour mark. If the chicken is cooked through, it's ready to serve.)
  4. When ready to serve, use tongs to remove chicken from crockpot and place in a serving dish. Whisk in the arrowroot powder to thicken the sauce, if desired. Once thickened, ladle the sauce over the chicken and serve with steamed rice and your favorite green veggie.

Notes

Freezer Recipe: This sweet-n-spicy chicken dish makes a great freezer recipe. Simply place the diced chicken and red pepper into a freezer-safe container. Whisk together the sauce and add it to the container and freeze. (Make sure to use a container that is smaller than the size of your crockpot base so it freezes in a shape that will easily fit into your crockpot.) When ready to make this meal, just place the frozen ingredients into your crockpot and cook on low for approximately 5 to 5 1/2 hours. Easy and delicious!

http://thenourishinghome.com/2012/09/sweet-n-spicy-crockpot-chicken-gf/

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