Chicken and Collard Greens Pasta Creamy Chicken Pasta with Sautéed Collard Greens and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) penne or rigatoni pasta 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups chopped collard greens, stems removed 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) 1 tablespoon butter 1 cup heavy cream 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon Fresh parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, add butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add chili flakes and chopped collard greens. Cook for 4–5 minutes until wilted and tender. Pour in heavy cream and bring to a low simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese and lemon juice. Return the cooked chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until coated and heated through. Adjust seasoning to taste. Serve hot, garnished with chopped parsley and extra cheese if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 525 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #collardgreens #southerninspired #pastanight #comfortfood #healthycomfort #easyweeknightdinner #garlicchicken #leafygreens #creamyparmesan #collardgreenrecipes #fusionflavors #heartymeals #30minutemeals #freshgreens #easyfamilymeals #cheesypasta #onepanpasta #creamyandgreen #flavorpacked Wholesome and hearty This Chicken and Collard Greens Pasta is comfort food with a Southern soul twist—creamy, cheesy, and totally satisfying!

Bulgogi Chicken Korean BBQ Bulgogi Chicken with Soy-Garlic Marinade Ingredients: 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs (cut into strips) 4 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon sesame oil 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon grated ginger 2 green onions, chopped 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon gochujang (Korean red chili paste) 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for cooking) Cooked rice and lettuce leaves, for serving Directions: In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, green onions, rice vinegar, and gochujang to create the marinade. Add the chicken strips to the marinade, mix well, and cover. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best flavor). Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken in batches and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side until caramelized and cooked through. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot over steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves with optional kimchi or pickled veggies on the side. Prep Time: 10 minutes + marinating | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 25 minutes (+ marinate) Kcal: 390 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #koreanfood #bulgogichicken #asianrecipes #chickendinner #quickmeals #mealprepideas #koreanbbq #gochujang #soygarlic #grilledchicken #homecooking #koreancuisine #weeknightdinner #savoryflavors #garlicchicken #spicychicken #easychickenrecipes #ricebowl #foodblogfeed #homemadekorean Sweet, savory, spicy — this Bulgogi Chicken is your new weeknight favorite! Served over rice or wrapped in lettuce, it’s Korean comfort food at its best.

Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry with Tofu Spicy Thai Basil Chicken and Tofu Stir-Fry in Savory Garlic Sauce Ingredients: 1/2 lb ground chicken 1/2 block firm tofu, pressed and cubed 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 red chili, thinly sliced (adjust to taste) 1 bell pepper, sliced (optional for color) 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon oyster sauce (or vegetarian oyster sauce) 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or additional soy sauce for vegetarian version) 1 teaspoon brown sugar 1/4 cup water 1 cup Thai basil leaves Cooked jasmine rice, for serving Directions: Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add tofu cubes and cook until golden brown on all sides. Remove and set aside. Add the remaining tablespoon of oil to the pan, then add garlic and chili. Sauté until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add ground chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks. Stir in bell pepper (if using) and cook for 2–3 minutes. Return the tofu to the pan. Add soy sauce, oyster sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, and water. Stir well to coat everything evenly. Toss in the Thai basil and stir-fry just until the basil wilts, about 1 minute. Serve hot over jasmine rice. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 370 kcal per serving | Servings: 3 servings #thaibasilchicken #thaifoodlove #chickenstirfry #tofurecipes #asiancuisine #spicystirfry #basilchicken #vegetarianfriendly #ricebowl #weeknightdinner #homecookedmeal #garlicchicken #easythaifood #flavorfuldinner #herbydish #quickstirfry #chilitofu #fusionflavors #mealprepideas #tofuandchicken Craving bold flavor? This Thai Basil Chicken Stir-Fry with Tofu is spicy, savory, and full of Thai herb goodness. Serve it over jasmine rice and dinner is DONE!

Chicken Bulgogi Korean BBQ Chicken Bulgogi with Sweet & Savory Marinade Ingredients: 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into thin strips 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon honey 2 tablespoons sesame oil 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for spice) 2 green onions, thinly sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon sesame seeds Steamed rice and lettuce leaves, for serving Directions: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, sesame oil, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Add the sliced chicken thighs, green onions, and onion. Mix until the chicken is well-coated. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour (up to overnight for deeper flavor). Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken (including onions) and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring frequently, until the chicken is cooked through and slightly caramelized. Garnish with sesame seeds and additional green onion. Serve hot over steamed rice or wrapped in lettuce leaves for a Korean-style meal. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Marinate Time: 1 hour | Cooking Time: 8 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #koreanbbq #chickenbulgogi #bulgogi #koreanfood #asiandinner #bbqchicken #easykoreanrecipes #koreanchicken #chickenrecipes #asianinspired #koreanhomecooking #ricebowl #spicychicken #garlicchicken #sesamechicken #weeknightmeals #quickdinners #marinatedchicken #grilledchicken #bulgogichicken Craving bold flavor? This Chicken Bulgogi is tender, garlicky, and just the right balance of sweet and savory. Serve it over rice or in lettuce wraps!

Honey Garlic Chicken Sweet and Savory Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry) Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish Directions: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with black pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and vinegar. Bring to a simmer. Add the cornstarch slurry and stir until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes. Return chicken to the skillet, coating it well with the sauce. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, letting the chicken soak up the flavors. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 380 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #honeygarlicchicken #sweetandsavory #chickenrecipes #easyweeknightdinner #asianinspired #honeysauce #garlicflavor #comfortfood #chickenlove #quickdinners #familymeals #savoryandsweet #skilletdinner #homecooking #easyrecipes #glazedchicken #deliciousmeals #foodie #mealprepideas #chicken Craving something sweet and savory? Try this Honey Garlic Chicken recipe — juicy chicken thighs glazed in a sticky, flavorful sauce! 🍯🍗🧄