Chicken and Spinach Alfredo Pasta Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta with Fresh Spinach and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) fettuccine or penne pasta 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups fresh spinach 2 tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper, to taste 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional) Chopped parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sauté until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and garlic. Cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and nutmeg, if using. Simmer until sauce thickens slightly, about 4–5 minutes. Add spinach and stir until wilted. Return chicken to the pan and combine. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix until well coated. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 590 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenalfredo #spinachpasta #creamypasta #easychickenrecipes #weeknightmeals #comfortfood #parmesanpasta #pastadinner #homecookedmeals #fettuccinealfredo #spinachrecipes #creamyalfredo #simpledinners #garlicpasta #onepanmeals #heartymeals #easycomfortfood #cheesylove #quickpasta #italianinspired Creamy, cheesy, and loaded with tender chicken and wilted spinach This Chicken and Spinach Alfredo Pasta is comfort food at its best!

Chicken and Green Chile Pasta Creamy Chicken Pasta with Roasted Green Chiles and Cheese Ingredients: 8 oz penne or rotini pasta 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced 1/2 teaspoon cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 small onion, finely chopped 1 cup roasted green chiles (mild or hot, chopped) 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional) Juice of 1 lime Directions: Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, season with cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sauté for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Add garlic and onion; cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Stir in chopped green chiles and cook for another minute. Pour in chicken broth and reduce slightly, then add the cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until the sauce thickens. Stir in cheese until melted and smooth. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly. Finish with a squeeze of lime and sprinkle with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve warm with extra lime wedges or a dash of hot sauce if you like it spicier. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #greenchilepasta #chickenpastadinner #southwestflavors #creamychickenpasta #comfortfoodrecipes #spicycheesypasta #pastaideas #easyweeknightmeals #chilerecipes #pastanight #quickdinnerfix #montereyjackcheese #limechicken #roastedchilelove #texmexfusion #pastaandchicken #boldflavors #pastarecipes #easycomfortfood #flavorfuldinner This Chicken and Green Chile Pasta is what weeknight dreams are made of Creamy, cheesy, and packed with bold flavor!

Beef and Parsley Dumplings Hearty Beef Stew with Fluffy Parsley Dumplings Ingredients: For the Beef Stew: 1.5 lbs (700g) stewing beef, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 onion, diced 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, sliced 2 tablespoons tomato paste 4 cups beef broth 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves (or 1 tsp dried) Salt and black pepper to taste For the Parsley Dumplings: 1 cup all-purpose flour 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cold and cubed 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/2 cup milk Directions: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, then return beef to the pot. Pour in beef broth and Worcestershire sauce. Add thyme, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover. Cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender. To make dumplings, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Cut in butter until the mix resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in parsley, then milk, just until combined. Drop spoonfuls of the dough onto the simmering stew (they will expand). Cover tightly and cook for 15 minutes without lifting the lid. Uncover and cook for another 5 minutes to firm up the dumplings. Serve hot, garnished with extra parsley if desired. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 2 hours | Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes Kcal: 450 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #beefstew #parsleydumplings #comfortfood #heartymeals #slowcooking #homemadefood #winterrecipes #onepotmeal #savorydishes #beefrecipes #dumplings #stewrecipes #freshparsley #easycomfortfood #fallrecipes #slowcookedbeef #rusticcooking #stovetopmeals #beefanddumplings #soulfood Cozy up with this rich and savory Beef Stew with Parsley Dumplings — tender beef, herby dumplings, and all the comfort you need in one pot!

Pesto Tortellini Salad Chilled Pesto Tortellini Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Mozzarella Ingredients: 1 (20 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup fresh mozzarella pearls 1/3 cup basil pesto (homemade or store-bought) 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 tablespoons pine nuts (optional, toasted) Fresh basil leaves, for garnish Directions: Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and rinse with cold water to stop cooking. Let cool completely. In a large bowl, combine the cooled tortellini, cherry tomatoes, mozzarella pearls, and pesto. Drizzle in olive oil and gently toss to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and pine nuts, if using. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 385 kcal | Servings: 6 servings #pestotortellinisalad #tortellinirecipes #easyitaliansalad #coldpastasalad #cheesetortellini #summerrecipes #pestolovers #picnicsalad #quickmeals #freshbasil #homemadepesto #saladideas #potluckfavorite #mozzarellapearls #tomatosalad #cheeselovers #chilledsalad #vegetarianpasta #italianinspired #easycomfortfood This Pesto Tortellini Salad is perfect for summer picnics and weeknight meals So fresh and so EASY!

Garlic Butter Rice Fluffy Garlic Butter Rice with Herbs and Golden Flavor Ingredients: 1 cup long grain white rice 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth) 1/4 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste) 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley (optional, for garnish) Directions: Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, not browned. Stir in the rice and toast it in the garlic butter for 2–3 minutes, coating each grain. Pour in the chicken broth, add salt and pepper, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–18 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Prep Time: 5 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes Kcal: 220 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #garlicbutterrice #ricerecipe #easymeals #sideideas #butterygarlic #garliclovers #quickrecipes #comfortfood #dinnerideas #homecooking #familymeals #herbedrice #chickenbrothrice #pantrystaples #ricebowl #garlicflavor #easycomfortfood #savoryrice #homemadesides #weeknightmeals This Garlic Butter Rice is the side dish you'll keep coming back to 🧄🍚 Buttery, garlicky, and done in 25 minutes—what more do you need?