Chicken

Chicken is one of my favorite proteins to use in the kitchen! It can be cooked in so many different ways and served in a variety of dishes!

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    Caramelized Onion Chicken Skillet

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    You know the moment. Your kids get home from school and they’re already asking, “what’s for dinner?” But you’ve got no plan! You’re busy, you’re stressed, and you have a hungry family to feed – and fast! This Caramelized Onion Chicken Skillet was creamy, extremely flavorful, and super easy! The chicken was seasoned perfectly and cooked to golden brown perfection. The sauce was loaded with sweet, caramelized onions, garlic, and light Greek yogurt and sour cream. This comes together quickly and it goes super well with pasta, rice, or whatever you’ve got in the pantry. It’s perfect for hectic weekdays but could also double as a fancy date night at home on the fly!

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    Air Fryer Raspberry Orange Chicken Wings

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    This football season, I am totally working overtime to up my snack game. My boys like to eat! And what better game day snack then some crispy wings – they’re the best. These Air Fryer Raspberry Orange Chicken Wings come out crispy, yet sticky with a raspberry-orange glaze. The chicken stays juicy and was seasoned perfectly, almost falling right off the bone. Those fresh chives, the orange zest, and the cayenne pepper dusted over the top was the perfect flavor pop to finish them off. These are the type of wings that will have everybody at the potluck saying, “huh? What flavor are they?” They’re surprising, unique, and super addicting!

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    Easy Sweet and Spicy Chicken Ramen

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    I love making Asian food at home. I think it’s so fun, and once you have the ingredients on hand – the world is your oyster! It’s usually done very quick, which is perfect for when you’re busy and your family is STARVIN!’ I mean, a 30-minute dinner? It really can’t get much better than that. This Easy Sweet and Spicy Chicken Ramen was bursting with fresh veggies, juicy chicken, sweet and spicy broth, and silky noodles. The soft-boiled egg on the top was a total chef’s kiss. This is the type of meal that leaves your belly and brain in pure bliss. The warmth carries through your core!

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    Grilled Hot Honey Chicken Skewers with Rainbow Carrots

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    As summer comes to a close, I’m cranking out as many recipes as I can on the grill. Soon it’ll be too chilly and I’m definitely not gonna want to sit outside in that! These Grilled Hot Honey Chicken Skewers with Rainbow Carrots were a super fun and unique way of using up some fresh corn on the cob, vibrant rainbow carrots, red onion, and chicken breast. These were sweet, savory, and just a little bit spicy. Still family friendly and extremely flavorful! It really felt like we were eating the rainbow, which made my boys really excited.

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    Chicken Caprese Skillet

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    It’s the dog days of summer, and it’s time to make these last days count! I’m looking for all the easy meals, the one pot recipes, anything that doesn’t rip me from the backyard! Our garden is flourishing with fresh veggies and herbs and what better way to celebrate this delicious homegrown food than to whip up a fresh dinner with it? This Chicken Caprese Skillet features fresh garden tomatoes and basil, juicy chicken, melty mozzarella cheese, and balsamic vinegar. Everything is made in just one skillet, meaning there’s hardly anything to clean up afterwards! My favorite kinda supper. This was so delicious and took just 30 minutes! My boys loved it!

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    Air Fryer Ground Chicken Stuffed Peppers

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    Summer is almost over and I’m not ready! Fresh veggies from the garden, pool days, and quickly cooked meals – it’s a dream. These Air Fryer Ground Chicken Stuffed Peppers were the perfect thing to make on a hot day, when you don’t feel like heating the house up a whole bunch! The bell peppers were stuffed the classic way, adding all that delicious filling into the whole pepper, then air frying until tender. The ground chicken was juicy, the veggies crisp but tender, and the rice was cheesy and packed with flavor. This is a simple family recipe that everybody loves!

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    Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with Chili Peaches

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    Summer makes me want to grill! I want all of the in-season fruits and vegetables, and I want to showcase them in all the creative ways I can! It’s the best. With peaches in season right now, I really wanted to come up with something sweet and savory using this juicy, delicious fruit. These Grilled Chicken Street Tacos with Chili Peaches hit every texture and flavor. You’ve got that grill and char on the chicken breast and peaches, you’ve got that fresh and vibrant cilantro lime crema, the fresh cilantro and onion, the lime juice. It was amazing. I felt like I was bopping around the farmer’s market, right in the comfort of my backyard! Total food truck vibes.

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    Tropical Chicken Thigh Bowls

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    It’s already July and I can’t believe it! I just want summer to last forever. In the Midwest, it really seems to fly by. Before we know it, the snow is here. I’m too busy soaking it all in (literally), and I’m just trying to get back outside! These Tropical Chicken Thigh Bowls were jam packed with sweet and savory flavor. The chicken was so juicy and golden, the coconut ginger sauce was creamy, sweet, and a little spicy. Then you’ve got that delicious cucumber mango topping which freshens everything up and gives off even more tropical vibes. Served over rice, this recipe was easy and delicious. A total winner with the family, done in just 35 minutes and…it tastes like summer.

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    Garlic Chicken Immunity Soup

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    If you have kids, then you know – they are always getting sick! One snotty nose at the park and it’s game over for your family. Having a cold in the summer is the biggest bummer. Literally. This Garlic Chicken Immunity Soup is LOADED with fresh veggies, herbs, tons of garlic and chicken, lemon, apple cider vinegar, and lots of broth! This is the ultimate hug in a bowl. It’s protein heavy, and this recipe makes a whole bunch. It’s even freezer friendly. This is extremely easy to make too! No need to precook meat or anything! Amazing. Liberating! Especially when you’ve got a sick family, and you yourself, may also be sick! Dunk some crusty bread in this, crush up some crackers, squeeze in some more fresh lemon. This soup is sure to get you back to rompin’ around with your family and friends in no time!

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    Blueberry and Goat Cheese Grilled Chicken Flatbreads

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    It’s summer! It’s time for grilling, chilling, and enjoying all these fresh fruits and herbs! It’s the best time of year. These Blueberry and Goat Cheese Grilled Chicken Flatbreads were packed with sweet and savory flavors. These were so tasty and light – the perfect thing for enjoying out on the patio! The chicken breast features a balsamic marinade, then they were grilled to juicy perfection. The blueberries were slightly roasted, just enough to burst and become juicy and jammy. The goat cheese crumbles, fresh basil, the gooey mozzarella, and that balsamic glaze drizzled over top brought everything together so beautifully. This could be a quick lunch, main, app, or snack! It’s pretty healthy too!

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    BBQ Chicken Salad – Easy Meal Prep Lunch

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    It’s been so nice and sunny lately, I just want to live in my swimsuit! Load the cooler up with snacks, sandwiches, and cold drinks – and we’re off! This BBQ Chicken Salad is an easy meal prep lunch recipe the whole family will love! It’s so simple to make, it’s packed with protein, and it’s delicious! I feel like with some cooked chicken on hand, the opportunity is endless! This was tangy, creamy, and herby! It’s delicious smeared on some bread, loaded into a wrap, eaten with crackers, or sprinkled over a green salad. The perfect cold salad for on the go!

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    Bacon Jam Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps

    ByThe Wholesome Spoon

    This time of year, all I want to eat are fresh veggies, salads, wraps, and sandwiches! They just really hit the spot for me on a hot sunny day! These Bacon Jam Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps were crunchy, creamy, and filled with flavor. The chicken was warm and juicy; the bacon jam was crunchy and sweet! Then you have that smoky chilled Caesar dressing, which was super easy to make and added SO much flavor! Everything was all wrapped into a tortilla with some toasted corn and fresh lettuce, then toasted until golden. These were ridiculously good and everything was made in just one pot!