Maple Pecan Chicken Salad Sweet and Savory Maple Pecan Chicken Salad with Apples and Greens Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed 1/2 cup pecans, toasted and roughly chopped 1/2 apple, diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp) 1/4 cup dried cranberries 2 green onions, sliced 1/4 cup celery, finely chopped 4 cups mixed salad greens or spinach Dressing: 3 tablespoons mayonnaise 2 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt 1 tablespoon maple syrup 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, pecans, apple, cranberries, green onions, and celery. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, vinegar, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour the dressing over the chicken mixture and toss gently to combine. Serve over a bed of mixed greens or spinach. Optional: drizzle with extra maple syrup and sprinkle with more pecans before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 360 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #maplepecanchickensalad #fallflavors #chickensaladrecipe #healthylunch #sweetandsavory #autumnsalad #maplesyruprecipes #pecanlover #easymealideas #lightlunch #crunchysalad #homemadesalad #quickandeasy #wholefoods #flavorfusion #applechickensalad #dairyfreeoption #glutenfreelunch #mealprepideas #cleaneats Sweet, savory, and irresistibly crunchy This Maple Pecan Chicken Salad is a fall-inspired favorite that works all year round!

Looking for a comforting dish without the carbs? This Low-Carb Chicken Lasagna Bake is a creamy, cheesy delight that’s super simple to whip up! Ingredients: - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken - 1 cup ricotta cheese - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese - 1 cup marinara sauce (sugar-free) - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese - 1 large egg - 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1 teaspoon onion powder - Salt and pepper to taste - Fresh basil for garnish (optional) Directions: 1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). 2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, half of the mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix everything until it's well combined. 3. Spread half of the marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. 4. Layer half of the chicken mixture over the marinara sauce, spreading it evenly across the dish. 5. Add another layer of marinara sauce on top of that chicken layer. 6. Repeat the layers with the remaining chicken mixture and marinara sauce. 7. Sprinkle the rest of the mozzarella cheese on top. 8. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. 9. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown. 10. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh basil if you like. Nutrition Facts (per serving): - Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish - Calories: 320 - Protein: 36g - Fat: 16g - Carbs: 9g - Fiber: 1g Get ready to dig into this delicious dish that’s perfect for cozy nights in. Enjoy! #LowCarb #ChickenLasagna #HealthyEating #ComfortFood #EasyRecipes

Butter Chicken with Cream Creamy Indian Butter Chicken Delight Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cut into chunks 1 cup plain yogurt 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 tablespoon ginger paste 1 tablespoon garlic paste 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground coriander 1 teaspoon garam masala 1/2 teaspoon turmeric 1/2 teaspoon chili powder Salt to taste 2 tablespoons butter 1 tablespoon oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 2 teaspoons garlic paste 1 teaspoon ginger paste 1 cup tomato purée 1 cup heavy cream 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon kasuri methi (dried fenugreek leaves), crushed Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish Directions: In a bowl, combine yogurt, lemon juice, ginger paste, garlic paste, cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, chili powder, and salt. Add chicken and mix well. Marinate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight. Heat butter and oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onions and sauté until golden brown. Stir in ginger and garlic paste; cook for 1 minute. Add tomato purée and cook until oil separates from the sauce. Add marinated chicken with all its marinade. Cook until chicken is done and tender, about 15–20 minutes. Pour in the cream, stir well, and let it simmer for 5 minutes. Add sugar and crushed kasuri methi, stir again. Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot with naan or rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #butterchicken #creamychicken #indianfood #easyindianrecipes #butterchickencurry #restaurantstylechicken #indiancomfortfood #creamyindianchicken #authenticbutterchicken #chickenrecipes #northindianfood #spicedchicken #indiancreamsauce #naanandbutterchicken #homecookedindian #garammasalarecipes #traditionalindianfood #richchickenrecipes #indianfeast #comfortfoodideas Dinner dreams come true with this Creamy Indian Butter Chicken! A comforting classic that never fails to impress!

Chicken Salad with Lime and Mint Refreshing Lime-Mint Chicken Salad with Crisp Veggies and Herbs Ingredients: 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed 1/2 cup cucumber, thinly sliced 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced 1/2 avocado, diced 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped 1 tablespoon olive oil Juice of 2 limes 1 teaspoon honey Salt and black pepper, to taste Optional: Crushed peanuts or cashews for topping Directions: In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, avocado, mint, and cilantro. Pour the lime dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Chill for 10–15 minutes if desired, then top with crushed nuts just before serving for extra crunch. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 0 minutes | Total Time: 15 minutes Kcal: 320 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #chickensalad #limeandmint #freshherbs #lowcarbrecipes #summermeals #easyhealthyrecipes #proteinpacked #refreshingflavors #glutenfreeeats #mealprepideas #quicklunchideas #avocadosalad #mintrecipes #cleaneating #lightdinners #brightflavors #healthyfats #chickenrecipes #crunchysalad #saladbowl Cool, crisp, and full of flavor This Chicken Salad with Lime and Mint is everything you need for a refreshing lunch!

Chicken with Lemongrass and Rice Fragrant Lemongrass Chicken with Jasmine Rice and Fresh Herbs Ingredients: For the chicken marinade: 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, thinly sliced 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, white parts only, finely minced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 2 tablespoons fish sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1/2 teaspoon black pepper For the rice and serving: 1 1/2 cups jasmine rice 3 cups water 1 tablespoon vegetable oil Fresh cilantro or mint, for garnish Lime wedges, for serving Directions: In a bowl, mix lemongrass, garlic, ginger, fish sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, oil, and pepper. Add chicken and toss to coat. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight). Rinse jasmine rice under cold water until the water runs clear. In a pot, bring 3 cups water and 1 1/2 cups rice to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Turn off heat and let steam for 10 minutes. Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a bit of oil, then cook the marinated chicken in batches until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Fluff rice and divide among plates. Top with grilled lemongrass chicken, garnish with herbs, and serve with lime wedges. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Marinating Time: 30 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes Kcal: 480 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #lemongrasschicken #vietnameseflavors #jasmine rice #easychickenrecipe #freshherbs #asianfusion #flavorfulmeals #healthydinnerideas #grilledchicken #lemongrassrecipes #limechicken #simpleasianrecipes #fragrantchicken #easyweeknightmeals #chickendinnerideas #freshandlight #ricebowlrecipes #quickmarinade #homecookedmeals #southeastasianfood This Lemongrass Chicken with Jasmine Rice is fresh, vibrant, and full of Southeast Asian soul A deliciously fragrant dinner done right!