Tag: whatarewemakingmonday

Posted on

What Are We Making Monday? Spicy Papaya Salad

What are we making Monday? Today’s top choice is the Spicy Papaya Salad! I did a 10 day salad cleanse recently, and this salad was surprisingly amazing! I wasn’t sure what to think of it, when looking over the recipe, but it did not disappoint. Not only was it delicious, with a bit of spice, it is also super healthy! This salad is rich in fiber, antioxidants, vitamin A, C, E, folic acid, and enzymes for improving digestion and reducing inflammation. It’s a heart healthy, immune boosting, powerhouse!! Yes, please! I’ll have seconds too! Give it a try and let me know what you think!

whatarewemakingmonday

Spicy Papaya Salad

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 large papaya
  • 1/2 red onion
  • 2-3 handfuls arugula
  • 2 small cucumbers
  • 1 small bunch cilantro
  • 1 jalapeno pepper
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Start by tearing the arugula into bite sized pieces
  • slice the red onion into long strips
  • slice the cucumbers thinly
  • chop the cilantro
  • Slice the papaya in half, lengthwise, scoop out seeds and cut into bite sized cubes
  • slice the jalapeno into thin pieces, keep some seeds for the spice, depending on your preference
  • Toast the coconut in a pan, let cool and add to the salad
  • Toss all ingredients together and serve with olive oil and lime, or a balsamic vinaigrette
Keyword delicious, food, foodgasm, foodporn, healthy, mexican, nutritious, Papaya salad, spice, summer, superfood

Posted on

What Are We Making Monday? Foil Pack Scalloped Potatoes

What are we making Monday? Well, this might not be a full dinner, but my Foil Pack Scalloped Potatoes definitely deserve their shine in the spotlight.

We love the flavors of this Foil Pack. Potatoes, bacon, onion, and cheese…pretty much describes all the best things in life!

Another perk is the foil pack…meaning less dishes! Who doesn’t love that?

They are so versatile too. If you’re grilling, these can be easily paired with burgers, brats, chicken, fish. If you’re baking in the oven, throw them in with a meatloaf, a ham, chicken, or fish. It will prove to be an amazing side to your meal.

Foil Pack Scalloped potatoes

Robin
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2-4 small potatoes, sliced depending on size
  • 1 small onion slice onion twice, in rings
  • 1/4 Cup parmesan cheese I use shredded
  • 1/4 Cup bacon crumbles either cooked bacon, or I use real bacon already crumbled
  • 2 cheese sticks Colby and Monterey jack
  • 1 Garlic Salt to taste
  • 1 Black pepper to taste
  • 1 parsley I measure all spices with my heart
  • 2 TBLSP Butter

Instructions
 

  • Layer in order on 2 oil sprayed foil sheets
  • Fold foil lengthwise and crimp. Fold in sides and crimp.
  • Bake on grill or in oven at 375 for 25-30 minutes
Posted on

What Are We Making Monday? Chicken Tortilla Soup

What are we making Monday? This warm you to the bones, zesty, flavorful Chicken tortilla soup is a must try! So many great flavors. It warms body mind and soul, it is that good!

We all know the benefits of crockpots. Throw it in in the morning and let it do its thing! Coming home to a welcoming aroma that ignites your senses and wraps you up in a warm embrace.

Chicken Tortilla Soup

Robin
Print Recipe

Equipment

  • 1 Crock pot

Ingredients
  

  • 2-3 Chicken breasts, thawed depending on size
  • 1 tsp parsley
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp basil
  • 1 tsp turmeric
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp cumin
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 Cup cherry tomatoes cut in half
  • 1 Cup Salsa
  • 1 Cup Chicken broth
  • 2-3 Cups Water
  • 1 Can green chilies optional

Instructions
 

  • Place chicken breasts in crockpot and season with all seasonings
  • Add in Black beans, corn, tomatoes, salsa, broth and water
  • cook on low for 8 hours, or high for 6 hours
  • Take 2 forks and shred chicken, either inside crockpot or pull out and shred on plate
  • Let simmer another 5-10 minutes.
  • Serve with cheese, sour cream, avocado, crushed tortilla strips. and/or shredded lettuce.
Posted on

What Are We Making Monday? Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Quesadillas

It’s that time again…What are we making Monday? Today’s mouth watering, lip smacking, and appetizing treat is Chicken, Spinach, and Mushroom Quesadillas!

We love these because they are quick, easy, gooey and delicious!

If you only have about 30 minutes, you’re hungry and want dinner on the table fast, give these a try. You will not be disappointed.

what are we making Monday chicken spinach mushroom quesadillas

Chicken, Spinach and Mushroom Quesadillas

Robin
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tortillas burrito size
  • 1/2-3/4 Cup shredded mozerella cheese
  • 1 chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces baked, grilled, shredded, rotisserie. Whatever you have left over
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 2 Tblsp real bacon crumbles cooked or ready to eat bag
  • 4 cherry tomatoes cut in half lengthwise
  • ranch dressing link in notes for my homemade version
  • 4 mushrooms sliced

Instructions
 

  • fold both tortillas in half and place in large skillet, seam side back to back (making a circle) open tortillas and prop them open with each other
  • layer ingredients in order listed, on each half of tortilla touching the skillet, then lay the other half back on top. Press down slightly
  • cook in skillet covered at a low temperature (I use a 2 setting) to help heat up and melt cheese for 10-15 minutes
  • Turn up heat to medium until they are nice and golden brown about 3-5 minutes
  • flip and brown that side 3-5 minutes
  • using a pizza cutter, cut in half and serve! Yum!

Notes

Keyword bacon, chicken, delicious, dinner, food, foodgasm, foodporn, mushrooms, quesadillas, ranch, spinach
Posted on

What Are We Making Monday? Baked Chicken

I make a lot of recipes with chicken. Baked chicken, boiled and shredded chicken, or grilled chicken. It’s nice to have chicken on hand and available to snack on, add to salads, sandwiches, and recipes, without the extra time of cooking it when you’re ready to eat.

That’s why I always cook a batch of chicken weekly and store it in the freezer until I’m ready to use it. I will either boil as many breasts as I can fit into a pot, seasoned with pepper, parsley, oregano, and turmeric or I will bake it. My husband also likes to grill chicken, but it’s so good, that doesn’t usually make it to the freezer!

So, this weeks What are we making Monday is all about baking and freezing chicken! Trust me, this will be a life saver! For those easy-to-make meals when you’re busy, tired, and only have time to just throw something together. Luckily, this makes it easier to eat a little healthier, rather than going for something quick and easy….and well…probably not as good for you.

Baked Chicken Is What Are We Making Monday

Baked Chicken

Bake a batch of chicken and store in the fridge or freezer for a quick add in to any meal. Salads, sandwiches, quesadillas, pasta dishes, tacos, burritos, the options are endless and cuts down the cooking time, when you are just ready to eat NOW!
Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 chicken breasts whatever you can fit in a baking pan
  • 3/4 Cup chicken broth or bone broth
  • Black pepper
  • parsley
  • oregano
  • turmeric

Instructions
 

  • lay breasts in baking dish and pour over chicken broth. You want about a 1/4 to 1/2 inches of liquid on bottom of pan. This will help chicken come out super moist and delicious!
  • season moderately with spices. Use any that you love. I like these, but feel free to be creative with your own personal taste. You could add basil, garlic, onion powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, etc. etc.
  • Bake at 375 for 30 min. to an hour, depending on size of breasts and if they are fresh or frozen. Follow package directions and bake until internal temperature is 165. Don't overcook! Chicken these days seems to get pretty tough and chewy if over done.
  • Remove from oven and let cool. Slice chicken into strips and separate into freezer safe containers or ziploc bags, according to the amount you will eat for one meal, or within 3 days.
Keyword chicken