Loaded Creamy Paprika Chicken with Herbed Rice Creamy Paprika Chicken Thighs Over Buttery Herb Rice Ingredients: For the Herbed Rice: 1 cup long-grain white rice (or jasmine rice) 2 cups chicken broth or water 1 tablespoon butter 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon chopped chives or green onions Salt to taste For the Creamy Paprika Chicken: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 tablespoon butter 1 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder Salt and pepper to taste 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional for tang) Fresh chopped parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook the Rice: In a saucepan, combine rice, broth or water, and butter. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed. Stir in herbs and season with salt. Keep warm. Prepare the Chicken: Pat chicken dry and season both sides with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, pour in chicken broth to deglaze, scraping up browned bits. Add cream, Parmesan, and Dijon (if using). Stir and simmer until sauce thickens slightly (4–5 minutes). Return chicken to the pan and simmer in the sauce for 2–3 minutes. Serve hot over herbed rice. Garnish with more parsley and extra sauce on top. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 580 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #paprikachicken #creamychickenrecipes #herbedrice #loadedchickenmeal #comfortfoodrecipes #easyweeknightdinners #onepanchicken #butteryherbrice #garlicpaprikachicken #chickenthighsrecipe #creamygarlicsauce #easyfamilymeals #chickenandricebowl #savorydinners #homemademeals #cheesychickensauce #quickchickendinner #chickenwithsauce #skilletchicken #flavorfulcomfort This Loaded Creamy Paprika Chicken with Herbed Rice is rich, cozy, and totally irresistible. A full comfort meal in under 40 minutes!

Easy Black Pepper Chicken Takeout-Style Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) boneless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 medium onion, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 red bell pepper, sliced 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon water Directions: In a bowl, combine the chicken with soy sauce, oyster sauce, dark soy sauce, cornstarch, sugar, and black pepper. Mix well and let marinate for at least 15 minutes. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same pan, add a little more oil if needed. Stir-fry the onions, bell peppers, and garlic for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp. Return the chicken to the pan, add 1 tablespoon of water, and stir-fry everything together for another 1–2 minutes. Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #blackpepperchicken #asianstirfry #takeoutathome #chickenstirfry #wokrecipes #easychickendinner #homemadechinesefood #spicystirfry #bellpepperrecipes #quickmeals #garlicchicken #blackpepperflavor #savorydinner #asianflavors #chinesetakeout #midweekdinner #mealprepideas #stirfrychicken #simpledinners #fastfoodhomestyle Skip the takeout and whip up this Easy Black Pepper Chicken right at home! Juicy chicken, vibrant veggies, and bold black pepper flavor in every bite!

Chicken with Cabbage and Vinegar Braised Chicken with Caramelized Cabbage and Vinegar Glaze Ingredients: 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs 1 tablespoon olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 1 small green cabbage, thinly sliced 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced 3 garlic cloves, minced 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar 1 tablespoon brown sugar (optional, for balance) 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) 1/2 cup chicken broth Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken, skin side down, for 5–7 minutes until golden and crisp. Flip and cook another 3–4 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, add onion and cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic, then add the sliced cabbage. Sauté for 5 minutes until slightly wilted and browned at the edges. Pour in apple cider vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the pan. Stir in brown sugar and red pepper flakes if using. Nestle the chicken back into the pan over the cabbage. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cover and reduce heat to low. Braise for 25–30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and tender. Uncover, increase heat slightly, and cook 5 more minutes to reduce the liquid and intensify the flavors. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm with crusty bread or potatoes. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 55 minutes Kcal: 370 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickendinner #cabbagerecipes #vinegarchicken #braisedchicken #comfortfood #simpleingredients #heartymeals #homestylecooking #cabbageandchicken #dutchovencooking #savorydinner #fallrecipes #rusticmeals #easyfamilydinner #budgetfriendlyrecipes #weeknightmeals #classicflavors #applecidervinegar #tenderchicken #braisedmeat Cozy up with this rustic Chicken with Cabbage and Vinegar A savory, tangy braised dish perfect for chilly nights or Sunday dinner.

Beef and Sweet Potato Mash Savory Ground Beef with Garlic-Herb Sweet Potato Mash Ingredients: 1 lb (450g) ground beef 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 tablespoons butter 1/4 cup milk (or more, as needed) 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish) Optional: sautéed spinach or peas for serving Directions: In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add sweet potato cubes. Cook for 15–20 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened. Add garlic and cook another 30 seconds. Add ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon. Cook until browned, about 6–8 minutes. Season with paprika, thyme, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir well and reduce heat to low. Mash sweet potatoes with butter and milk until smooth and creamy. Season to taste with salt and pepper. To serve, divide the mashed sweet potatoes between plates. Top with savory ground beef mixture and garnish with chopped parsley. Add greens like sautéed spinach if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 430 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #beefandsweetpotato #comfortfoodrecipes #groundbeefmeals #sweetpotatomash #easyweeknightdinner #savorydinner #healthybowl #cleancomfortfood #homestylemeals #beefandmash #familyfriendlyrecipe #glutenfreedinner #balancedmeals #sweetpotatorecipes #highproteinlowfat #dinnerunder30minutes #heartyandhealthy #mealprepideas #cozymeals #veggiefriendlydinner Say hello to comfort in a bowl! This Beef and Sweet Potato Mash is savory, cozy, and totally weeknight-approved.

Philly Cheesesteak Meatloaf Savory Philly Cheesesteak-Style Meatloaf with Peppers, Onions & Provolone Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs ground beef 1 small onion, finely diced 1 green bell pepper, finely diced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon black pepper 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning 1 cup breadcrumbs 2 large eggs 1/3 cup milk 1 cup shredded provolone cheese 4 slices provolone cheese (for topping) Directions: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a loaf pan with parchment paper or lightly grease. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté onions and bell peppers until softened, about 5–6 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 30 seconds. Let cool slightly. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, sautéed vegetables, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, breadcrumbs, eggs, milk, and shredded provolone. Mix until just combined. Transfer the mixture into the prepared loaf pan, shaping it evenly. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). In the last 5 minutes of baking, place provolone slices on top and return to oven until melted. Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour Kcal: 365 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #phillycheesesteak #meatloafrecipe #comfortfood #familydinner #homemadegoodness #groundbeefrecipes #cheesystuffed #easyweeknightmeal #savorydinners #heartymeal #provolonecheese #dinnerideas #ovenbakedmeals #beefloaf #classicflavors #modernmeatloaf #cheesesteakflavor #pepperandonion #meatloaflove #phillyinspired 🥩🧀 Craving Philly Cheesesteak but want something heartier? This MEATLOAF version is cheesy, savory, and loaded with flavor!