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You’ll love this Asian chicken lettuce wraps recipe! It’s made with simple and healthy ingredients, has tons of flavor, and the whole family will love it. Similar to Thai shrimp lettuce wraps or collard green wraps, these healthy chicken lettuce wraps make a quick dinner, part of an appetizers spread, or even a meal prep healthy lunch to eat throughout the week. This dish is inspired by P.F. Chang’s lettuce wraps, but I’ve made a simpler, healthier version with natural ingredients, no sugar, and no fried rice noodles....

Homemade healthy granola is one of those recipes that, every time I make it, I question my sanity as to why I haven’t been whipping up a fresh batch every single week. It’s simple, scrumptious, and will have you throwing elbows on your way to the pantry to snag the final few handfuls. Compared to store-bought alternatives, making your own homemade granola (or Healthy Granola Bars) is also far less expensive and much better for you too....

FavoritePinShare These air fryer fish sticks are going to rock your family’s world. Never again will you make fish sticks from a box, these are insanely delicious! Cooking fish in an air fryer is one of the best ways to create the crispiest outsides and tender delicate insides. Try these tried and true air fryer fish recipes soon, Perfect Air Fryer Shrimp, Salmon, and Cod! Fish Sticks in Air Fryer When you think of fish sticks does your mind go back to those boxed frozen fish sticks that were tasteless and rubbery?...

FavoritePinShare These lemon pancakes are the best pancakes that you will EVER eat! They are soft, delicious, and have the right amount of lemon flavor that will go perfect with just about any topping that you put on them! Pancakes are some a weakness of mine. I love eating them at any time of the day (they aren’t just made for breakfast!). Try out some more favorites of mine like these German pancakes, these cinnamon roll pancakes or these classic fluffy pancakes!...

FavoritePinShare A quick and easy 30 minute meal that is packed with amazing honey dijon garlic flavor! The chicken is so juicy and tender and the sauce is sweet and tangy… you are going to love it! I have been all about the quick and easy meals lately. I just hate eating out and Little Caesar’s is getting to know us on a first name basis. I love to cook but its just so dang busy around here....

A fun twist on a classic back-to-school dinner, these Honey Garlic Glazed Chicken Nuggets will get everybody rushing to the table! And the best part? They are ready in 15 minutes! Feeling sad because summer is coming to an end and back to school is here to make you feel like the most overwhelmed parent on the block? I feel ya! Truth is my kids are not in school yet, but you wouldn’t believe how hectic things can be in our home....

FavoritePinShare Honey mustard salmon is the perfect blend of tangy and delicious. It’s tender and flaky and it completely falls apart on your fork! This tried and true recipe is one that your family will go crazy for! Salmon is an amazing entree for any occasion. The honey mustard dressing really just takes it to the next level! It is quick and easy and leaves you time to make sides for the meal like this delicious Creamy Strawberry Broccoli Salad, amazing Hawaiian Sweet Rolls, and some delicious Grilled Asparagus....

(This post is sponsored by my friends at Cavit.) It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas that time of the year when you are supposed to host fantastic holiday soirées, shop for creative and amazing gifts for all your family and friends and still be on top of mundane, non holiday related tasks, like… ugh, laundry! You’ve been browsing Pinterest like a mad woman/man and saving all these delicious ideas, but they end up forgotten on your boards because nobody has time to make a 3+ hours Boeuf Bourguignon when your dog is destroying the Christmas tree and the UPS guy is at the door with all your Black Friday gifts (which you NEED to hide from your husband or there will be a speech about your supposed “shopping addiction”)....

This easy grilled salmon recipe is the only one you’ll ever need! I’m sharing all the tips for how to cook salmon on the grill (hint: it’s a lot like grilled cod!), including what kind of salmon to buy, the best tools, tips to prevent sticking and avoiding dry salmon, and answering all the grilling questions you might have. Try serving your grilled salmon fillet with a sauce (see below for ideas!...

FavoritePinShare How to Make an Easy Cheese Board filled with meats, cheeses, nuts, and fruit. This makes a beautiful presentation at any gathering! How to Make an Easy Cheese Board Cheese boards are life. If you invite me to a party and a cheese board is there we will be instant BFF’s. They make such a beautiful presentation and are the perfect way to welcome your guests. The great thing about a cheese board is that there is something there for everyone....

FavoritePinShare Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken is simple and easy to make in the pressure cooker and perfect for busy weeknights. The chicken cooks up tender and juicy in a buttery lemon garlic sauce. This chicken is enhanced with a hint of lemon, flavorful herbs and cooked to perfection in your instant pot. Instant Pot Beef and Broccoli, Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken Tacos or Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta are some of our family favorites too!...

Feeling on top of the world? You’ll be even more dynamo after your first bite. Can’t remember the last time your socks matched? This Instant Pot lentil soup doesn’t care. It will cozy on up with you anyway. The beauty of lentil soup is its understatement. While it isn’t fancy, I’d feed it to my dearest company (and I have many times!). Its satisfying, hearty texture and familiar, yet vibrant flavor will wrap you up with every bite....

Meet my new favorite roast beef recipe! Reverse Sear Instant Pot Prime Rib Roast and gravy is the EASIEST way to make a rib roast. This reverse searing method results in a gorgeous, perfectly cooked roast every time! Plus, it’s ready in under an hour. This is hands down the best way to prepare your prime rib for the holidays! No stress! Cooking an Instant Pot Prime Rib roast means freeing up space in your oven and having only one pot to clean....

This time of year, it makes sense to see pumpkin pies, pumpkin lattes, soups, and even salsa on store shelves — pumpkin is the poster child of fall! But if you’re on keto, it’s tough to tell if these foods are off-limits or not. You can often figure it out from labels using the net carb calculator, but having an overview is always a good thing. So, let’s answer an all-important question: Is pumpkin keto?...

Most healthy diets encourage leafy veggies — but on keto, some vegetables (like corn, potatoes, or beets) can’t easily fit into this lifestyle. So, is spinach keto? Take a closer look at carbs in spinach, plus delicious ways to enjoy its flavor on keto. New to counting carbs or keto? Learn the keto diet basics here and grab my printable keto cheat sheet system to make it easy. Is Spinach Keto Friendly?...

What’s the best way to start the day? I might have said a good night’s sleep… but that was before I had kids! Now I’ve got to count on other things… like coconut flour waffles! I created this coconut flour waffle recipe after many requests for a nut-free version. So, here it is! These easy keto waffles with coconut flour are a filling, healthy, and delicious way to start your day – whether you get a good night’s sleep or not!...

It looks like dessert, it smells like dessert, it tastes like dessert… but this keto strawberry shortcake in a jar is made with the right ingredients and will keep you full until lunch! Yes, this low carb strawberry shortcake recipe is healthy enough for breakfast (kind of like a deconstructed keto strawberry muffin recipe!). And keto, low carb, and gluten-free. But before you go thinking it’s going to take an hour to put together and you want it NOW, this sugar-free strawberry shortcake is quick, easy, and ready in just a few minutes....

I first made this recipe for easy keto vanilla cupcakes several years ago, with pink frosting for a breast cancer awareness project during the month of October. It has undergone several improvements since then, including better texture and a lot more frosting, among others. With the updates and the right sweetener, they’re so moist and sweet that you’ll be hard pressed to tell that they are sugar-free cupcakes at all....

FavoritePinShare The Best Egg Salad is made with simple ingredients and is so creamy delicious! So easy to put together with the best flavor and it makes the perfect sandwich! You will make this recipe again and again! I am loving all things light and tasty with simple ingredients. I have a few salad sandwiches that are great for group gatherings that are a must try. Try one of these Avocado Chicken Salad, Cashew Chicken Salad or Chicken Caesar salad Wraps....

Anyone else missing takeout lately? ???? I wouldn’t normally recommend pho on a keto diet, due to the noodles and even added sugar. But a low carb keto pho recipe, made with zucchini noodles and monk fruit sweetener, was the perfect candidate for transforming an Asian takeout dish into a healthier version at home! I had to “cheat” a little with my “10 ingredients or less” mantra, though, because pho has complex flavors and the broth alone needs lots of ingredients....