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!

Lawn Mower Salad Fresh Garden "Lawn Mower" Salad with Ranch and Crunchy Veggies Ingredients: 3 cups finely shredded lettuce 1 cup finely chopped spinach 1/2 cup shredded carrots 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/4 cup finely chopped celery 1/4 cup chopped red onion 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese 1/3 cup real bacon bits or crumbled cooked bacon 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or your favorite creamy dressing) Salt and black pepper to taste Directions: In a large bowl, toss together the shredded lettuce, spinach, carrots, cucumber, bell pepper, celery, and red onion. Add the shredded cheddar cheese and bacon bits to the bowl and mix gently. Drizzle with ranch dressing, season with salt and pepper, and toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Let chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for the best flavor. Serve cold and enjoy as a hearty side or light meal! Prep Time: 10 minutes | Chill Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 20 minutes Kcal: 285 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #lawnmowersalad #ranchsalad #freshveggies #backyardsalad #summereats #saladrecipes #crunchysalad #familymeals #homemadesalad #veggielove #quicklunch #gardensalad #saladwithbacon #ranchdressing #lunchinspo #freshgreens #saladtime #comfortsalads #flavorpacked #quickfreshfood It’s called Lawn Mower Salad for a reason — it’s fresh, green, and packed with crunchy goodness! Add ranch and bacon, and you’ve got a backyard classic.

Healthy Chicken Salad Fresh and Nutritious Grilled Chicken Salad with Mixed Greens and Avocado Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 6 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, romaine) 1 ripe avocado, diced 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cucumber, sliced 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 cup toasted almonds, sliced 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 1 tablespoon lemon juice 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Brush chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove and let rest for 5 minutes, then slice thinly. In a small bowl, whisk together remaining olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and avocado. Toss gently with dressing. Top salad with sliced grilled chicken and toasted almonds. Serve immediately. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 12 minutes | Total Time: 27 minutes Kcal: Approx. 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #healthysalad #chickensalad #grilledchicken #freshgreens #avocadosalad #lightmeals #healthyrecipes #lowcalorie #cleaneating #glutenfree #highprotein #saladrecipes #mealprepideas #fitnessfood #nutrition #easyrecipes #healthylunch #wholefoods #healthychoices #summermeals Fresh, light, and packed with protein—this Healthy Chicken Salad is perfect for a nutritious lunch or dinner!