Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup

Slow Cooker Mexican Chicken Soup

Dinners I can prep in advance and throw in the crockpot, oven, or on the grill are my saving grace on busy weekdays.  This is a simple chicken soup that everyone in my house devours.  You can up the spice by adding the optional ingredients. 

Grilled Pork Chops with Apple and Onion Compote

Grilled Pork Chops with Apple and Onion Compote

Grilled pork chops with this sweet rub pairs wonderfully with a simple apple and onion compote.  Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: Pork Chops- 6 boneless pork chops 2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon cinnamon ½ teaspoon cardamom ½ freshly ground nutmeg 

Zucchini Crab Lasagna

Zucchini Crab Lasagna

I love crab and zucchini so I combined both to make a sensational and healthy lasagna.  Ingredients: 1 pound lump crab meat 1 pound fat free cottage cheese 2 medium zucchini 4 cups spinach 1 jar marinara sauce (I used Ledo’s) ¼ cup fresh basil 

Buffalo Burgers

Buffalo Burgers

Buffalo anything always sounds good to me.  These are a healthy flavor filled burger that will have you asking for more. I prep these in advance and freeze the patties.  Then I simply thaw and grill whenever I get a craving for some buffalo goodness. 

Zucchini and Parsnip Hash Browns with Sunny Side Up Eggs

Zucchini and Parsnip Hash Browns with Sunny Side Up Eggs

The creaminess from sunny side up eggs over sauteed zucchini and parsnips makes to a tasty breakfast or dinner.  I topped mine with fresh avocado and salsa.  Ingredients: 2 zucchini diced 1 parsnip peeled and diced ½ onion diced 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 

Honey Hoisin Chicken Wraps

Honey Hoisin Chicken Wraps

Sometimes all I want for dinner is a simple wrap filled with delicious meat and loaded with vegetables.  This chicken tastes fantastic and goes great in a spinach wrap or on a hotdog bun which is how my kids prefer them. Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless, 

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (with whole grain pasta or zucchini noodles)

Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese (with whole grain pasta or zucchini noodles)

As usual I made this dish two ways: whole wheat pasta for my kids and over zucchini noodles for me.  I love the flavor of buffalo chicken and cheese.  This is a cheesy dish with a zing you will be sure to enjoy. If using 

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Banana Waffles

Hazelnut Chocolate Chip Banana Waffles

I love the flavor of hazelnuts mixed with chocolate and banana.  These waffles taste amazing and can be topped with Nutella, vanilla Greek yogurt, syrup, peanut butter, or honey.  They are made with whole wheat mix and have some added protein to boost their nutritional 

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

Cauliflower Pizza Crust

I love pizza, but I hate feeling weighted down by a ton of carbs.  I have experimented with several cauliflower crust recipes and this is my favorite. You can top this pizza with any of your favorite toppings.  Ingredients: 3 cups cauliflower (and/or broccoli) florets 

Chipotle Cocoa Rubbed Salmon

Chipotle Cocoa Rubbed Salmon

If you like a mixture of sweet and spicy this is the perfect salmon for you.  The topping adds a little crunch and a huge burst of flavor. Recipe adapted from Food Network Ingredients: 2 pounds salmon 1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder 2 teaspoons unsweetened