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This Americanized version is crispy-fried battered chicken coated in a thick, creamy, sweet, spicy, and umami-rich sauce. Sounds pretty incredible, huh? Between the crunchy and juicy chicken and the delectable bang bang sauce, it’s hard to decide what to love more! So, why not make bang bang chicken today for a bangin’ meal the whole family will enjoy? What is Bang Bang Chicken? Bang Bang Chicken is an authentic Sichuan dish made of shredded chicken and sliced cucumbers in a sweet and spicy sauce....

I cooked this vegetable beef barley soup for friends we were visiting in Colorado. We had no agenda, beyond catching up and eventually settling in for dinner. This humble soup is just the sort of recipe for a laid-back evening with people you love. Like all great beef soup recipes (Instant Pot Beef Stew; Beef Bourguignon; Crockpot Vegetable Beef Soup) it does require some up-front vegetable chopping and batch searing, but the rewards of it simmering gently on the stove, then warming your belly are well worth it....

Try my Best Spaghetti Meat Sauce Recipe with spaghetti and meatballs, and you will want to make it this way every time! This is an easy spaghetti sauce from scratch with tons of flavor, perfect for pairing with your favorite pasta or a meatball sub. Best Homemade Spaghetti Meat Sauce If you’re cooking for your family like I am, you know what a relief it can be to have an easy recipe to turn to for busy weeks where it feels like you have no time to make dinner....

FavoritePinShare Biscoff Oatmeal Bars are easy to make oatmeal bars with a thick layer of biscoff and milk chocolate! Hey everyone! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron! Have you ever had carmelita’s? Well, they were a CLASSIC in my home growing up. We made several batches every year as a family and gave them as gifts to neighbors and friends. These bars are a fun twist on those — made with Biscoff spread instead of caramel....

Donuts are such a delightful treat and are a lot of fun to eat! The dough in this version is light, fluffy, and so incredibly soft, it almost melts in your mouth. And the toppings? Whether it’s a simple sugar glaze, a decadent chocolate sauce, or a sinful combination of bacon and peanut butter, the possibilities are endless. For more quick and easy meal ideas, check out these bisquick recipes....

Because I totally did! ? I ate these Blue Cheese Mashed Potatoes right out of the stove, without anything accompanying it. Zero, zip, nada! Just mashed potato heaven in my mouth with a touch of funky deliciousness! I probably ate 2 servings by myself, in one sitting. But that’s ok, because holiday calories don’t count, right? And when they say that they don’t count, they mean all the holiday recipe testing as well and not just the food we eat for T and C days, right?...

Tired of the same ol’ same ol’ for lunch every day? Ditch that tired ham sandwich and treat yourself to a healthy, filling, and wholesome Buddha bowl. Made with a marvelous mix of caramelized roasted veggies (including Roasted Broccoli), creamy avocado, crispy tofu, nutty quinoa, and an herby tahini dressing, Buddha bowls are a great-big bowl of feel good. They have a generous serving of nutritious ingredients, plenty of color, and a whole lotta YUM!...

FavoritePinShare Chicken and Apple Salad with a Honey Dijon Vinaigrette is the perfect fall salad full of crisp apples, cranberries, crunchy pecans and bleu cheese. This salad is easy to put together and so mouthwatering! Hey everyone! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron! I’ve got a delicious Fall salad for you all chuck full of delicious ingredients! You’ll be craving this ALL fall and winter long 🙂 And the best part is its super easy!...

FavoritePinShare Crispy breaded chicken, angel hair pasta, and an amazing lemon garlic butter sauce combine to make this knockout chicken scampi. It’s light, flavorful, and ready in less than 30 minutes! If you’re a fan of classic shrimp scampi, you’re going to LOVE this chicken version! It has alllll that garlic butter goodness you crave! If you’re looking for more quick and easy dinners that are packed with lemon garlic flavor, you’ve got to try this salmon piccata and chicken piccata as well....

I’m a little bit obsessed with this dish! I grew up eating chicken (usually breaded and fried) with creamed corn, so it really hits the spot for me, bringing a lot of comfort and nostalgia. In this version, everything is cooked in one pan, making it a great weeknight meal for busy families! But quick and easy doesn’t mean compromising on deliciousness, on the contrary! The creamed corn is cooked right after you finish browning the chicken thighs, so the chicken fat that rendered in the pan infuses it with lots of flavor....

It’s so soft, moist, and delicious, there’s no frosting or glaze needed. Pumpkin and chocolate is a match made in heaven! It’s perfect for the holidays, but easy enough to make any day of the year. Let’s dive in. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bread Whether you’re looking to make the perfect holiday dessert or a homemade gift to family and friends, the search is over. This bread is the clear winner....

FavoritePinShare Chocolate Filled Mini Brownie Bites are little fudge brownie bites are made in a miniature muffin tin and then topped with a Hershey’s kiss or hug candy. They are quick to make and so delicious! Hey guys! Chelsea back from Chelsea’s Messy Apron with a fun Mother’s Day dessert idea! Or, really, this dessert works for any day of the year, but it would be especially sweet (and easy to do) for Mother’s Day this weekend!...

FavoritePinShare Chocolate Whoopie Pie Cake is a delicious spin on the classic whoopie pie! A dense chocolate cake filled with a soft and pillowy marshmallow filling and drizzled in a chocolate ganache. Hi, it’s Jenn, from Eat Cake For Dinner. Let me introduce you to one of the BEST cakes you will ever have. Seriously, I love this cake. Every layer of flavor is out of control delicious. A dense fudgy cake with a soft and pillowy marshmallow filling and creamy chocolate ganache....

FavoritePinShare Christmas brunch is my absolute FAVORITE meal to make!! It has all of the best recipes, flavors and not to mention it is the best season of all! I add new recipes to my brunch every year because I just can’t resist, they are SO good! Christmas brunch is all about mixing the sweet with the savory so I have rounded up all of the most delicious recipes! My favorites are Cinnamon Rolls, Air Fryer Bacon and Overnight Breakfast Casserole....

I was brainstorming easy holiday dessert recipes, and when my list reached a length that would have us surviving on cookies and Biscuit Cinnamon Rolls every day from now until next Christmas, I sent the list over to my dessert recipe-picker numero uno, my younger sister Elaine. Thirty seconds later, she texted me with an all-caps “CINNAMON BLONDIES,” followed by every positive emoji, including my personal favorite, the jazz hands....

With zucchini, July is all romance. It’s been ages since we’ve been together, we can’t get enough of each other (I bake 100 loaves of Zucchini Banana Bread), and sappy violin music follows us everywhere we go. I’m in summer produce heaven. By August, zucchini gets clingy. It moves from occupying a small corner of my crisper to sprawling lawlessly all over the bottom shelf of my refrigerator and out onto the counter....

FavoritePinShare All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods and portion sizes per household. Read More Posts by Alyssa facebook twitter pinterest instagram Comment * Name * Email * Website Δ Insanely Delicious Prime Rib Recipe Quick 45 Minute Cinnamon Rolls Slow Cooker Chicken and Mushroom Stroganoff

With savory shredded chicken, creamy mayonnaise, crunchy pecans, and chewy craisins, this chicken salad has a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures. Served cool with croissant and dinner rolls, it’s a hearty yet refreshing dish. This recipe is a pretty on-point copycat, but you’re also free to make it your own. There are endless add-ins and dressing options to choose from. Because it’s such a breeze to make, you can enjoy it any day of the week....

This recipe is everything you can ask for in a chili. The seasonings alone – chili powder, cumin, oregano, to name a few – already tells you this will be good. The ground beef is simmered in the broth and seasonings for an hour, so you can expect maximum flavor! Sure, it’s not the quickest recipe out there, but it’s 100% worth it! It’s exactly what you need on a cold, rainy evening....

My friend showed me how to make these cream cheese stuffed mini peppers last year, and I’ve been obsessed ever since. They’re healthy, delicious, and equally perfect for lunch boxes, appetizers, or healthy snacks. These remind me of jalapeño poppers, but without the heat. Sprinkle the stuffed mini sweet peppers with some everything bagel seasoning or your favorite seasoning blends (taco seasoning is so good!) for a burst of flavor....