Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta Crispy Chicken & Maple Cream Pasta with Waffle Crumble Ingredients: 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for roux) 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 Belgian waffle, toasted and crumbled (or 1 cup mini waffle pieces) Fresh thyme or chopped chives for garnish Directions: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Slice the chicken breasts into strips, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Soak in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes. Dredge chicken in flour and fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to make a roux. Slowly whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Stir in maple syrup, nutmeg, Dijon mustard, and cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and sauce is creamy. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce. Plate the pasta and top with crispy chicken and toasted waffle crumble. Garnish with fresh thyme or chives. Serve warm. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 680 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #southernpasta #chickenandwaffles #comfortfoodrecipes #maplecheddarsauce #crispychicken #soulfoodtwist #pastaideas #fusionrecipes #chickenpasta #cheesysauce #buttermilkchicken #wafflecrumbles #southerninspired #decadentdinners #creativecooking #pastanight #savorysweetcombo #maplesyrupmagic #brunchdinner #flavorfusion Pasta meets the South! This Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta brings crispy buttermilk chicken, maple cheddar sauce, and waffle crumble together in one unforgettable dish

Chicken and Collard Green Soup Hearty Chicken & Collard Green Soup with Garlic and Herbs Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil 1 small onion, diced 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 carrots, sliced 2 celery stalks, chopped 6 cups chicken broth 2 cooked chicken breasts, shredded (or use rotisserie) 3 cups chopped collard greens, stems removed 1 tsp dried thyme 1/2 tsp smoked paprika Salt and black pepper, to taste Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional, for brightness) Directions: In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; sauté for 5–6 minutes until softened. Add garlic, thyme, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute more. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Add shredded chicken and chopped collard greens. Simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes until greens are tender. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice to taste. Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread, if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes Kcal: 310 kcal (per serving) | Servings: 4 servings #chickensoup #collardgreens #souprecipe #comfortfood #southerncooking #greensoup #homemadesoup #chickenbroth #nutritiousmeals #easyrecipes #heartybowl #healthycomfortfood #simpleingredients #garlicherbs #seasonalsoup #cozykitchen #lowcarbdinner #soupforfall #southernsoulfood #realfoodrecipe A warm bowl of goodness This Chicken & Collard Green Soup is rustic, flavorful, and perfect for soul-soothing comfort.

Japanese Chicken Ramen with Soft-Boiled Egg Soul-Warming Chicken Ramen with Marinated Eggs and Umami Broth Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken thighs 2 soft-boiled eggs 4 cups chicken broth 2 cups water 2 packs fresh ramen noodles (or dried if unavailable) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon miso paste 1 teaspoon sesame oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon grated ginger 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 green onion, sliced 1/2 cup corn kernels 1/2 cup bamboo shoots (optional) Nori sheets, for garnish Salt and pepper, to taste Directions: Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Sear chicken thighs for 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside. In the same pot, sauté garlic and ginger for 1 minute. Add chicken broth, water, soy sauce, mirin, and miso paste. Stir to combine. Return chicken thighs to the broth. Simmer gently for 20 minutes, covered, until chicken is tender. Remove chicken, slice thinly, and set aside. Cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and divide between two large bowls. Slice soft-boiled eggs in half. Top noodles with sliced chicken, egg halves, corn, bamboo shoots, green onion, and nori. Pour hot broth over the toppings. Drizzle with sesame oil. Serve immediately, with extra soy sauce or chili oil on the side if desired. Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 540 kcal | Servings: 2 servings #ramenlove #chickenramen #softboiledeggs #japanesefood #comfortsoup #asianrecipes #homemaderamen #ramenbowl #soulfood #easyrecipes #weeknightmeals #misobroth #quickdinners #umamiflavor #noodlesoup #heartymeals #ramenrecipe #foodphotography #noodlelovers #cozykitchen Just whipped up this soul-warming Japanese Chicken Ramen ! Juicy chicken, savory miso broth, and that perfect soft-boiled egg make every bite heavenly

Beef and Garlic Mash Seared Beef Strips with Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes Ingredients: For the beef: 1 lb (450g) beef sirloin or rump steak, sliced into strips 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or 1/2 tsp dried) Salt and black pepper, to taste 1 tablespoon butter For the garlic mash: 2 lbs (900g) potatoes, peeled and chopped 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1/2 cup milk (warm) 1/4 cup butter Salt and pepper, to taste Chopped parsley for garnish (optional) Directions: Boil potatoes and garlic cloves in salted water until tender, about 15–20 minutes. Drain and mash with warm milk, butter, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Keep warm. Meanwhile, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef strips and sear for 2–3 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic, thyme, and butter to the pan, cooking another 1–2 minutes while spooning melted butter over the beef. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Plate the garlic mash and top with seared beef strips. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #garlicmash #beefandpotatoes #comfortfood #steakdinner #homemadegoodness #easyrecipes #mashedpotatoes #garliclovers #heartymeal #meatandpotatoes #quickdinner #classiccomfort #rusticrecipes #soulfood #weeknightdinners #creamygarlicmash #pansearedbeef #flavorpacked #simplecooking #homecooked Pure comfort on a plate This Beef and Garlic Mash is rich, hearty, and full of garlicky goodness — the ultimate dinner fix!

Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup Creamy Chicken and Sweetcorn Comfort Bowl Ingredients: 1 tablespoon sesame oil or vegetable oil 1 small onion, finely chopped 2 garlic cloves, minced 1-inch piece of fresh ginger, grated 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast (or 1 cup shredded cooked chicken) 4 cups chicken stock 1 can (14 oz) sweetcorn, drained (or 1½ cups frozen or fresh) 1 tablespoon soy sauce 2 teaspoons cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water 2 eggs, lightly beaten Salt and white pepper to taste 2 spring onions, finely sliced Fresh coriander (optional) Directions: Heat oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in garlic and ginger, cook for another minute. Add chicken breast and pour in chicken stock. Bring to a simmer and cook for 12-15 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove chicken, shred it, and return to the pot. Stir in the sweetcorn and soy sauce. Simmer for 5 more minutes. Add the cornstarch slurry to the pot, stirring continuously until the soup slightly thickens. Slowly drizzle the beaten eggs into the soup while stirring to create silky ribbons. Season with salt and white pepper to taste. Ladle into bowls and garnish with spring onions and fresh coriander if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 215 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #souprecipe #chickenrecipe #asianinspired #comfortfood #easymeals #homemadesoup #cornsoup #weeknightdinners #quickrecipes #chickensoup #highproteinmeals #soulfood #chineseinspired #brothyrecipes #onepotrecipes #heartymeals #easycooking #lightdinners #glutenfreerecipes #simpleingredients Nothing beats a warm bowl of Chicken and Sweetcorn Soup on a chilly night Simple, nourishing, and ready in 30 minutes!