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Better than fast food takeout, brining is the key to this tender juicy chicken, any leftovers can be stuffed in bet...

  • 2 1⁄2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced in half
  • 1 quart buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • COATING
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 -3 teaspoons garlic powder (garlic lovers use 3 teaspoons)
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional or adjust to heat level)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 teaspoons salt (you can reduce to 2 teaspoons if desired)
  • 1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 ⁄2 teaspoon marjoram
  • 1 ⁄2 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon celery powder
  • oil (for frying, do not use olive oil)
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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This delicious, cheesy pasta dish is great for feeding families in the late spring and early summer when asparagus ...

  • 8 ounces ziti or penne pasta
  • 3/4 pound asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 2-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
4.2/5 (18 Votes)

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Dry chicken thighs with paper towels and season with salt and pepper

  • 1 1/2 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, trimmed
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 carrots, peeled and chopped medium
  • 2 celery ribs, chopped medium
  • 1 onion, minced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 teaspoons fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried, minced
  • 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 8 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 (12 ounce) bone-in, skin-on split chicken breast, trimmed
  • 1 1/2 ounces wide egg noodles (about 1 cup)
  • 1/2 cup frozen peas
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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Who doesn't like a good ole calzone stuffed with spinach, cheese and mushrooms

  • 1 (10-ounce) can refrigerated pizza crust
  • Cooking spray
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups spinach leaves
  • 8 (1/8-inch-thick) slices Vidalia or other sweet onion
  • 1 1/3 cups cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
  • 3/4 cup (3-ounces) crumbled blue cheese
4.3/5 (15 Votes)

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Bacon plus anything is awesome and these Bacon Cinnamon Rolls are one example of many that prove that delicious fac...

  • 10 slices bacon
  • 1 can (17.5-ounce) refrigerated cinnamon rolls with cream cheese icing, about 5 rolls
3.9/5 (16 Votes)

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1. Heat oven to 350. Cook shells according to directions on package; drain

  • 8 oz medium shells
  • 1 bag frozen broccoli florets, thawed (14 oz)
  • 2 cups cooked, diced or shredded chicken
  • 1 jar Alfredo Sauce (16 oz)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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Chicken Spaghetti Perfect for a Potluck, Party or even as a Side Dish Potlucks are a great way to enjoy a variet...

  • 2 c. cooked chopped chicken
  • 8 oz. pkg. spaghetti uncooked and broken into 2- inch pieces
  • 1 c. celery, chopped
  • 1 c. onion, chopped
  • 1 c. yellow pepper, chopped
  • 1 c. red pepper, chopped
  • 2 10 oz. cans cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 c.chicken broth
  • 1/4 t. Cajun seasoning or pepper
  • 1-2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
4.6/5 (14 Votes)

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“This recipe is courtesy of MaryQVC, who comes from a proud military family

  • 3 cups pre-cooked basmati rice
  • 1 (20-oz) bag frozen broccoli
  • 6 boneless chicken breasts, cooked and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced and sautéed
  • 1 (10.75- oz) can cream of chicken soup
  • 1 (10.75-oz) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 3 Tbsp curry powder
  • 3/4 cup cooking sherry
  • 1-1/2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup butter-flavored crackers, crushed
  • 3 Tbsp butter, melted
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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I would think you could use leftover super market cooked chicken

  • Nonstick cooking spray
  • 10 ounces dried medium noodles
  • 1 1/2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
  • 3 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
  • 8 green onions, sliced
  • 1 medium red sweet pepper, seeded and chopped (1/2 cup)
  • 2 10 3/4ounce cans condensed cream of broccoli soup
  • 2 8 ounce cartons dairy sour cream
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 16 ounce package frozen chopped broccoli, thawed and drained
  • 1/2 cup fine dry bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine, melted
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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Succulent Crispy Flattened Chicken is an old style Italian preparation that usually is made with a whole (partially...

  • 2 whole, boneless whole chicken breasts (skin on and the first wing bone in, if possible)
  • 3 clove garlic (peeled and thinly sliced)
  • 8 sage leaves
  • kosher salt (as needed)
  • freshly cracked black pepper (as needed)
  • 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4.5/5 (13 Votes)

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Delicious skillet chicken cacciatore is made super easy using Hamburger Helper®

  • 1 tablespoon butter or margarine
  • 1 pound chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into small bite-size strips
  • 1 box Hamburger Helper® four cheese lasagna
  • 1 1/2 cups hot water
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (14-ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, drained
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
4.5/5 (15 Votes)

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A very quick, easy and yummy appetizer, these Mexican Roll Ups are awesome!

  • 1 package soft taco shells
  • 1 package cream cheese
  • 1/2 package taco seasoning
  • 1 1/2 cup grated cheese
  • 2 teaspoons chopped jalapenos
  • Small carton of sour cream
  • Garlic salt to taste
4.6/5 (16 Votes)

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