Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta Zesty Lemon Chicken Pasta with Peppery Arugula and Garlic Ingredients: 12 oz pasta (penne or linguine) 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided 3 cloves garlic, minced Zest and juice of 1 large lemon 2 cups fresh arugula 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh basil or parsley for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet, let rest, then slice thinly. In the same skillet, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and sauté garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add lemon zest, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the lemon garlic sauce, adding reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Add sliced chicken and fresh arugula, tossing gently until the arugula wilts slightly. Remove from heat, stir in Parmesan cheese, and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #lemonpasta #arugula #italianfood #quickdinner #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #healthyrecipes #freshingredients #garliclover #pastalovers #comfortfood #familydinner #foodie #homecooking #onepanmeal #simpleingredients #deliciousdinner #flavorfulmeals #freshherbs Brighten up dinner with this Zesty Lemon and Arugula Chicken Pasta! Tender chicken, peppery arugula, and fresh lemon create a vibrant, satisfying meal everyone will love!

Pesto Chicken Pasta Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz penne or fettuccine pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cubed 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper to taste 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade) 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Fresh basil leaves (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then add to the skillet and cook for 6–8 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cherry tomatoes. Cook for 2–3 minutes until softened. Pour in heavy cream and pesto. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Add cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is creamy. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix well until coated in the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan before serving. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: Approximately 580 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #pestopasta #chickenpasta #easymeals #comfortfood #quickdinner #weeknightdinner #pastalovers #basilpesto #homecooking #italianflavors #parmesancheese #sundriedtomatoes #creamyrecipes #familydinner #cherryTomatoes #herbypasta #freshbasil #pastarecipe #easypastarecipe #pestochicken Pesto Chicken Pasta is your next go-to weeknight dinner! Creamy, herby, and packed with juicy chicken and tomatoes—it’s a dish that’s as delicious as it looks!

Hainanese Chicken Rice Poached Hainan Chicken with Fragrant Garlic Rice and Trio of Dipping Sauces Ingredients: For the Chicken: 1 whole chicken (about 3–4 lbs), cleaned 1 tablespoon salt (for scrubbing) 5 slices fresh ginger 3 scallions Water (enough to submerge the chicken) Ice water (for ice bath) For the Rice: 2 cups jasmine rice, rinsed 2 tablespoons chicken fat or vegetable oil 4 cloves garlic, minced 1-inch piece of ginger, minced 2 1/2 cups chicken poaching broth 1/2 teaspoon salt For the Sauces: Ginger-Garlic Sauce: 2 tablespoons minced ginger 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 cup hot oil Chili Sauce: 2 red chilies, chopped 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cloves garlic 1/2 teaspoon sugar Salt to taste Soy Sauce Drizzle: 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 2 tablespoons chicken broth To Serve: Cucumber slices Fresh cilantro Directions: Scrub the chicken skin with salt to clean and exfoliate, then rinse thoroughly. In a large pot, bring water, ginger slices, and scallions to a boil. Lower to a gentle simmer, add the chicken, and cook for 30–35 minutes. Turn off the heat, cover, and let the chicken steep for another 20 minutes. Transfer to an ice bath for 10 minutes. Remove, pat dry, and chop into serving portions. In a pan, heat chicken fat or oil and sauté garlic and ginger until fragrant. Add rinsed rice, stir for 2–3 minutes, then pour in chicken broth and salt. Cook rice until fluffy. For sauces: Mix ingredients of each sauce in small bowls. Heat oil for ginger-garlic sauce and pour over the aromatics. Blend chili sauce ingredients in a blender or with immersion blender. Plate chicken over a bed of rice with sauces on the side. Garnish with cucumbers and cilantro. Prep Time: 25 minutes | Cooking Time: 45 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes Kcal: 520 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #hainanesechickenrice #poachedchicken #garlicrice #chinesestreetfood #singaporefood #comfortfoodclassic #asianfoodlover #riceandchicken #authenticasian #gingerchickensauce #chiliheat #soyseasoned #cleaneats #asiancomfortfood #chinesehomecooking #steamedgoodness #silkyskinchicken #easyasianmeals #flavorfulsimplicity #streetfoodstyle One of Asia’s most beloved comfort foods—Hainanese Chicken Rice! Silky chicken, garlic-infused rice, and 3 flavorful sauces. Pure perfection.

Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta Bold and Creamy Spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta with Peppers and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 red bell pepper, sliced 1 green bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, thinly sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 cup chicken broth Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. Toss chicken strips with Cajun seasoning until evenly coated. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken and set aside. In the same skillet, sauté onion and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes until tender. Add garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Return chicken to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until well coated and heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: Approximately 600 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #cajunchicken #spicypasta #creamycajun #chickenpasta #southerncooking #boldflavors #weeknightdinner #easyrecipes #comfortfood #parmesancheese #spicyrecipes #homecooking #familymeals #pepperlover #foodie #pastalovers #flavorfulmeals #quickmeals #heartyfood #deliciousdinner Bring the heat to your dinner table with this creamy, spicy Cajun Chicken Pasta! Packed with bold flavors, tender chicken, and colorful peppers — perfect for spice lovers!

Smoked Salmon Soup Creamy Smoked Salmon Chowder with Dill and Potatoes Ingredients: 8 oz smoked salmon, chopped 2 tablespoons butter 1 onion, finely chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced 3 cups fish or vegetable broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup milk 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh chives for garnish Directions: In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and sauté until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add diced potatoes and broth, then bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 15 minutes. Using an immersion blender or regular blender, puree the soup until smooth but still slightly chunky. Stir in the heavy cream and milk, then add chopped smoked salmon and fresh dill. Heat gently until the salmon is warmed through, about 5 minutes. Add lemon juice and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot, garnished with fresh chives. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: Approximately 320 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings #smokedsalmon #seafoodsoup #creamsoup #chowder #fishsoup #homemadesoup #comfortfood #easyrecipes #quickmeals #freshdill #seafoodrecipes #soupseason #healthyeating #dinnerideas #potatosoup #chowderrecipe #delicioussoups #richflavors #winterwarmers #homecooking Warm up with this rich and creamy Smoked Salmon Soup — packed with tender potatoes, fresh dill, and smoky flavors that will satisfy your soul! Perfect for cozy nights!