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Heat up the rotisserie whole chicken if needed (use 1/2 the chicken for 4 servings). Make the instant mashed potatoes according to the package. Heat up the green beans and serve with coleslaw on the side.
Simply heat the package of Beef and Broccoli according to the package directions. Then microwave the rice according to the directions on the bag. Serve the beef & broccoli over 12 oz of jasmine rice for a super simple meal.
Bring 3 qt. of water & pasta to a boil. While pasta is cooking, steam/heat broccoli and then heat the chicken. Cook pasta for 8-10 minutes. Drain pasta and add cheese sauce, mix well. Add in cooked chicken and broccoli. Enjoy!
To make this easy Stew, you’ll just need 2 yellow cans of Brunswick stew, a pouch of Ready Rice, and frozen vegetables. Heat the stew along with the vegetables according to directions. Cook the rice in the microwave, and then add it to the stew. Enjoy!
In a frying pan with a lid, slowly reheat diced chicken and stir in packet of taco seasoning. Add taco shells fanned out overlapping slightly on microwave safe plate for 45 seconds. Add 3 oz chicken, 2 Tbsp ranch, lettuce, and cheese to taco shell. Enjoy!
Cook the ground beef on the stove. In a large pot, mix the meat, beans, and tomatoes together. Bring to a boil over medium heat and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer about 30 minutes.
Season with salt and pepper. If you'd like, enjoy with favorite toppings, such as cheese and sour cream.
Cook the chicken according to the package directions. Warm the tortillas in the microwave by placing them on a plate, cover the tortillas with a damp paper towel, and cook for 30 seconds. Add the chicken, lettuce, cheese, & Ranch to the tortilla and fold or roll it up. Enjoy!
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees and grease a 9X13 baking dish. Spread a thin layer of your marinara sauce onto the bottom of the pan (about 3/4 cup) Arrange half of the ravioli in a single layer over the sauce (should be about 12 of them).Top with half of the remaining sauce and half of the mozzarella. Repeat the layers starting with what's left of the ravioli. Finish by topping with the remaining sauce and cheese. Sprinkle with parmesan if you'd like. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil, and continue baking for an additional 15 min, or until the cheese starts to brown. Serve with green beans on the side.
Roasted Chicken, Mac & Cheese w/Carrots
Roasted Chicken, Mac & Cheese & Carrots (4-6) Servings)
Chicken and sides! Heat the rotisserie chicken from the grocery store. Prepare the Mac & Cheese according to the package directions. Cook the honey glazed carrots in the microwave. You'll have dinner on the table in a snap!
Two Bags into one meal! Teriyaki Chicken Stir-Fry in a flash! Just cook the stir fry according to the package directions (normally it’s just heating the sauce and veggies in a skillet on the stove). Cook the chicken according to package directions. Toss the hot grilled chicken strips into the stir fry vegetables. Enjoy!
Brown the ground pork in a large skillet. Drain and set aside.
Remove the seasoning packets from the bags of ramen noodles. Stir the seasoning into the beef and set aside. In a skillet, bring the water to a boil. Stir in the vegetables and let cook for 5 minutes, or until soft. Break up the noodles a bit and stir them into 3 cups frozen vegetables and cover with a lid.
Let the noodles cook for 2 minutes and remove the lid. Stir in the ground beef and cook another minute or two, until everything is heated through.
To prepare this easy family favorite meal you simply ground the beef on the stovetop until browned, and then add in the taco seasoning. Next, you mix the beef with the two bags of salad contents, tomatoes, and cheese. Enjoy!!
Asian Chopped Chicken Salad w/Potstickers & Edamame
Asian Chopped Chicken Salad w/Potstickers & Edamame (4-6) Servings
Simply mix the Asian Chopped Salad Kit with pulled rotisserie chicken. Cook the Potstickers & Edamame according to directions, and you've got a delicious quick meal!
SO simple & SO delicious! Cook chicken alfredo according to directions (microwave or stovetop options). Cook the broccoli in the microwave and stir into the fettuccine alfredo. Enjoy!
To prepare this easy family favorite meal you just follow the directions on the bag to cook the chicken (microwave or oven directions), as well as the Deluxe Stir Fry (directions on bag). Cook the rice in the microwave, toss the chicken, stir fry, and rice together. Add the soy sauce to taste. Enjoy!!
Prepare beef roast according to package directions. Pull beef pieces apart with two forks. Pour 1/2 cup sweet & sour sauce over beef. Microwave beef on high for 1 minute. Sprinkle with onions. Microwave rice according to package directions, as well as the peas. Serve beef over the rice with the peas on the side. Enjoy!
Prepare griddle for medium heat. Lightly spray 1 side of each tortilla with cooking spray. Place 1 tortilla on griddle sprayed side down. Spread 2 tbsp pizza sauce evenly over tortilla. Layer 1/4 of cheese, pepperoni, and Enjoy!
Heat oven to 400 F. In large bowl, combine chicken, 1 cup shredded cheese and taco seasoning. Warm corn tortillas in microwave, according to package directions; keep warm. Divide chicken mixture evenly among tortillas and roll up to secure. Place in lightly greased 2-quart baking dish. Spoon Chili over top of enchiladas and sprinkle with remaining 1 cup shredded cheese. Bake 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Top with lettuce Enjoy!!
Heat oven to 400 f. Brush 1 tbsp of Pesto on each piece of flatbread. Top each piece divided with 10oz can chicken, 1/2 cup of tomatoes diced, and 4 oz of mozzarella cheese cut into pieces. Bake 12 minutes or until crisp and golden brown. Enjoy!
Warm up the BBQ Pork as per the directions on the package. Take a plate that is safe for the microwave. Place a stack of corn tortillas on the plate and cover with a damp paper towel. Run the microwave for 40 seconds on high. Serve warmed pork in tortillas garnished with corn, cheese, onion, and cilantro. Enjoy!
Heat oven to 425 F. Top each flatbread and/or pita with pork, spreading to cover. Sprinkle with spinach and cheese. Bake in oven 10-12 minutes or until crisp. Enjoy!!
In large plastic food storage bag, combine marinade with chicken. Let stand 10 minutes. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet. Add vegetables and stir-fry 3 to 5 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Add chicken with sauce to vegetables and heat until warmed through, about 2 minutes. Cook rice according to directions on package. Serve chicken and vegetables over the rice. Enjoy!
2 (6.4 oz) Pouch-Chunk Light or Albacore White Tuna in Water
6 Tbsp Buffalo Hot Sauce, or to taste
4 Low Carb Tortillas
1/2 cup Celery, minced
8 oz Shredded Lettuce
4 Tbsp Bolthouse Blue Cheese Dressing
Place tuna in a small bowl. Mix in buffalo hot sauce and celery. Place tortillas on plates. Place 1/2 tuna mixture in center of the tortilla. Top with shredded lettuce and blue cheese dressing. Fold ends over toward the center. Wrap sides tightly in a roll. Slice in half. Enjoy!
Heat oven to 375 degrees. Brown meat in heavy medium ovenproof skillet; drain. Stir in frozen vegetables and gravy. Combine potatoes and Velvetta; spread over meat mixture. Bake 20-25 minutes or until heated through and lightly browned. Enjoy!
In small bowl, combine mayo with jelly for dressing; set aside. Arrange salad greens on serving platter, then top with chicken, apple and mayo mixture. Enjoy!!
Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add ground turkey; cook 8-10 minutes, breaking into 3/4- inch crumbles and stirring occasionally. Pour off drippings. Stir in potatoes. Cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in salsa and chilies; continue cooking 8 to 10 minutes or until potatoes are lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle with cheese. Let stand 5 minutes. Enjoy!
1 (16-ounce) pkg JENNIE-O Lean Italian Seasoned Ground Turkey
8 oz Marinara Sauce
2 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese
16 Tater Tots
Heat oven to 425 degrees. Spray skillet with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat skillet over medium heat. Add ground turkey to hot skillet. Stir to crumble, approximately 8-10 minutes. Always cook to well-done. Stir in marinara sauce. In 8X8 inch baking dish, add turkey. Sprinkle with cheese. Arrange tater tots on top. Bake 20-30 minutes or until tater tots are brown. Enjoy!
Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking. Place mushrooms gill side down onto the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side. Cook turkey bacon according to package directions. Season turkey burgers with Cajun seasoning. Cook turkey burgers according to package directions. Place cooked turkey burgers on mushroom caps. Top with turkey bacon and blue cheese crumbles. Enjoy!!
1 (16 oz) can Rosarita No Fat Traditional Refried Beans, warmed
12 Corn Tortillas (6 inch), warmed
1 cup crumbled Queso Fresco Mexican Cheese
1/4 tsp Black Pepper
1/2 cup Reduced Fat Sour Cream
Salsa, if desired
Spray large nonstick skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add eggs and pepper; cook without stirring until bottom begins to set. Lift cooked portion and gently turn to scramble. Continue cooking until set. Spread beans evenly on tortillas; top with scrambled eggs, cheese and sour cream. Serve with salsa, if desired. Enjoy!
Mix broccoli slaw and 1/4 cup ranch dressing in medium bowl; mix with 2 forks to coat evenly. Combine cream cheese and remaining 2 tbsp ranch dressing in small bowl; mix well with rubber spatula. Place tortilla on a flat surface. Spread about 2 1/2 tbsp cream cheese mixture on tortilla using a rubber spatula Top cream cheese with 1/4 roast beef sliced in an even layer. Place 1/3 cup of broccoli mixture on roast beef. Using rubber spatula or back of a spoon, spread broccoli mixture in an even layer. starting at the bottom edge, roll tortilla up tightly to enclose filling. Enjoy!
1 can (10 oz) RoTel Mexican Diced Tomatoes with Lime Juice & Cilantro, drained, divided
6 Tbsp Red Onion, chopped
1 can (16 oz) Rosarita No Fat Traditional Refried Beans
6 Pita Pocket Breads
3/4 cup Shredded Mexican Cheese Blend
4-1/2 cups Shredded Romaine Lettuce
Preheat oven to 450. Place 1/4 cup drained tomatoes in small bowl; set aside. Mix remaining tomatoes and beans in small bowl until combined. Spread evenly onto pita breads. Sprinkle pizzas evenly with cheese. Place on ungreased baking sheets; bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges of breads are lightly browned and cheese melts, rotating pans halfway through. Top with lettuce, onion, and reserved tomatoes. Enjoy!!
4-Ingredient Quinoa Salad Bowl with Chicken
4-Ingredient Quinoa Salad Bowl with Chicken (4-6) Servings
1 1/2 (8.5oz) pkg microwaveable Quinoa & Brown Rice
1 cup Chopped Rotisserie Chicken
1 (10 oz) Grape Tomatoes
Microwave quinoa brown rice bowl according to package directions; set aside to cool slightly. Microwave chicken according to package directions. Toss together salad kit in a large bowl. Add chicken and the cooled quinoa & brown rice; toss to combine. Enjoy!
15 oz can Bush's Sidekicks Southwest Zest Pinto Beans
1/2 cup Salsa
4 Low Carb Tortillas
15 oz Ready Made Cole Slaw
Warm up the beans in a microwave safe bowl, cover and cook for 1-2 minutes. Steam the tortillas in a moist towel in the microwave for 20 seconds. Build the burrito of your choice by arranging the ingredients across the center of a tortilla in the order listed. Leave room at each end for folding. To fold, turn the left and right ends of the tortilla over the filling. Fold the bottom of the tortilla up over the ingredients, then continue rolling the burrito into a tight package. Enjoy!
Preheat oven to 500 degrees. Place fillets in a baking pan coated with cooking spray. Top with tomatoes, artichoke hearts, olives and cheese. Bake, uncovered, until fish flakes easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes. Serve with grapes on the side. Enjoy!!
Heat half of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the tomatoes and cook for 3-4 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until busted. Set aside. To the same pan add the remaining oil. Sauté the shrimp until almost opaque, around 3-4 minutes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, then stir in the pesto sauce and busted cherry tomatoes. While the pan is still on the heat, cook for 1-2 minutes more, or until the shrimp is pink and curled. Serve immediately with the yogurt on the side. Enjoy!
Scrambled Eggs w/Broccoli & Cheese and Fresh Fruit
Scrambled Eggs w/Broccoli & Cheese and Fresh Fruit (4-6) Servings
Cook Broccoli & Cheese according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a 10-inch nonstick skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add eggs; cook and stir just until eggs begin to set. Add Broccoli with cheese sauce; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly. Serve immediately with fruit on the side. Enjoy!
In a small, toss chicken and taco seasoning mix until coated. Spray 3-quart saucepan with cooking spray; heat over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Add broth, scaping pan to loosen brown particles. In the small bowl, slightly mash beans leaving some whole. Add beans and salsa to chicken mixture; stir well. Heat to boil; reduce heat. Simmer uncovered 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Garnish with sour cream, cilantro and pepper if desired. Enjoy!!
Italian Baked Pork Chops w/Asparagus
Italian Baked Pork Chops w/Asparagus (4-6) Servings
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray; set aside. Pat pork chops dry with a paper towel. Season pork chops on both sides with salt and pepper. Place pork chops in prepared baking dish. In a large measuring cup or bowl, whisk together dressing, sugar, and mustard. Pour the sauce over the pork chops. Bake uncovered until the pork is slightly pink inside (internal temp of at least 145). If you'd like, put the pork under the broiler for the final 3-4 minutes to give it a bit of a crispy top. Cook the asparagus according to package directions. Serve pork chops (you may spoon some of the sauce on top) with asparagus on the side. Enjoy!
Microwave rice according to package instructions. Place rice in individual serving bowls. Divide chicken and salsa and stir into each bowl. Top with cheese. Microwave for approximately 30 more seconds to warm entire dish, if desired. Serve with grapes on the side. Top with additional ingredients of choice. Enjoy!
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Cook asparagus according to package directions. Spread 2-3 tablespoons marinara evenly over the top of each flatbread, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Arrange 6-7 asparagus pieces fanned out in the center of each flatbread. Top with mozzarella, goat cheese and sun-dried tomatoes. Place into oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted on top. Cut pizza into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy!!
Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Line a 4-sided baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the salon in the middle of the foil. In a glass measuring cup, combine melted butter, lemon juice, garlic, and dill. Whisk together. Pour butter mixture directly over salmon. Pull the sided and ends of the aluminum foil up and pinch together, covering the salmon completely. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon flakes easily with a fork. Cook the carrots according to package directions. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
In a bowl, add the cabbage, cilantro, and peanuts. Pour the sauce over the mixture and stir. Let this sit while you prepare the tortillas and chicken. Heat the chicken according to package directions. Heat up the tortillas for about 10 seconds in the microwave to make them easier to work with. Divide the chicken and coleslaw between each tortilla. Roll tightly, securing with toothpicks if necessary. Enjoy with favorite fruit on the side!
1 1/2 (15 oz) cans Green Chili & Lime Refried Beans
8 Corn Tostadas
1 cup Salsa
1 cup Wholly Guacamole
4 cups Shredded Lettuce
2 1/2 Tbsp Cilantro
Turn oven on to 325 degrees. Bake tostada shells for 6-7 minutes. Spread beans evenly over each shell. Next sprinkle lettuce, salsa, guacamole, and cilantro evenly over each shell. Enjoy!!
Lemon Dijon Chicken w/Potatoes & Green Beans
Lemon Dijon Chicken w/Potatoes & Green Beans (4-6) Servings
2 (10.8 oz) Frozen Roasted Red Potatoes & Green Beans
1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
Whisk together all ingredients except chicken breasts. Place chicken breasts in a microwave safe dish and spoon prepared sauce over fillets. Prepare according to microwave directions on Grilled and Ready product packaging. Microwave potatoes & green beans according to package. Eat chicken with potatoes on the side. Enjoy!
In a large skillet, heat oil and curry powder over medium-high heat for two minutes. Stir in onions and garlic for one minute. Add chicken, lightly coat with curry oil. Reduce heat to medium and cook for 10 minutes. Add the coconut milk, tomatoes, tomato sauce and sugar into the pan, and stir to combine. Cover and simmer, for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, add salt and pepper to taste. Cook rice according to package directions. Enjoy with favorite fruit on the side!
Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Mix tomato sauce and 1/2 tbsp of the sauce mix in medium microwavable bowl; set aside. Mix sour cream and milk in small bowl; set aside. Toss chicken wings with remaining 1/2 of sauce mix in large bowl. Arrange wings in single layer on large shallow foil-lined baking pan sprayed with cooking spray. Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through and skin is crisp. Place wings on large ovenproof serving platter. Microwave tomato sauce mixture on HIGH 2 minutes or until hot. Spoon sauce over wings. Sprinkle wings with cheese. Bake wings 2-3 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Drizzle wings with sour cream mixture. Microwave beans according to directions on can. Sprinkle wings with cilantro and serve beans on the side. Enjoy!!
Preheat oven to 400 degrees. To make the vinaigrette, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside. Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray. Place shrimp and tomatoes in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add 2 Tbsp olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine. Place into oven and roast just until the shrimp is pink, firm and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Place bag of frozen zucchini on a microwave safe dish. Microwave on high for 6-7 minutes. Gently peel tab open, drain excess water. Place zucchini noodles in a large bowl; top with shrimp, tomatoes and corn. Pour lemon vinaigrette on top of the salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately with applesauce on the side. Enjoy!
Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the cabbage a handful at a time and sauté each addition until slightly softened before adding more.
Once all the cabbage has been added, continue cooking until tender, 6 minutes, then season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Pour broth in large saucepan. Add soy sauce, garlic powder and ground ginger. Bring to a boil on medium-high heat. Stir in Ramen noodles and chicken. Cook 5 to 7 minutes or until noodles are tender, stirring occasionally. Add the cabbage to the ramen, stir and Enjoy!
Mix mustard, mayonnaise, and honey together. This is the dipping sauce for the smoked turkey. Heat olive oil over medium heat in a medium skillet. Slice sausage on the bias. Add to skillet. Stir to brown all sides. Cook veggies according to package directions. Once fully browned, serve with Mustard Sauce and veggies. Enjoy!
12 oz Fully Cooked Thinly Sliced Steak (Soules Kitchen)
1 (12 oz) bag Fire Roasted Peppers & Onions
8 oz Shredded Cheddar Cheese
8 Low Carb Tortillas
1 Tbsp Oil
McCormick Seasoned Salt, as desired
4 (4 oz) No Sugar Added Fruit Cups
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a skillet, heat oil on medium high heat and add 3/4 of the bag of peppers & onions. Cook about 5 minutes or until crisp-tender. Once cooked, place veggies in a bowl and return skillet to the stovetop and add the steak. Cook steak for 4 to 5 minutes, turning several times. Once cooked, turn off heat and add veggies to steak and toss to combine. Place 4 tortillas on ungreased baking sheet. Spread 1/4 of the meat mixture evenly on each tortilla, sprinkle each with cheese, and top with remaining tortillas. Lightly spray each tortilla with cooking spray and add McCormick Seasoned salt, if desired. Bake 5 minutes or until heated through. Cut into 3-inch wedges and serve with fruit cups on the side. Enjoy!
8 oz 1/2 cup G Huges Sugar Free Secret Burger Sauce
Season the burger patty with salt and pepper (and garlic powder if desired). Lay tortillas flat on a sheet pan. Place a patty onto each tortilla and press it into a thin layer that covers the entire tortilla. If you like grilled onions, press a thin layer of minced onion on top of the beef before cooking. Preheat a skillet over high heat. Spray the pan with cooking spray and make sure it's hot. Place the tortillas meat side down on top of the skillet using a spatula to smash/flatten it. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side, then flip and top with slice of cheese. Cover with a lid for a few seconds to melt cheese. Remove from heat and add the toppings and enjoy!
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a bowl, combine mushroom soup, milk, chicken, and green chiles. Pour 1/3 of the soup mixture into the bottom of a 2-quart baking dish that has been coated with cooking spray. Layer half the tortilla strips. Spread 1/3 of the soup mixture on top of the tortillas. Sprinkle on half the cheese. Repeat layers of tortilla strips and soup mix and end with cheese on top. Bake for 20 minutes, or until bubbly on top. Enjoy!