Main Dishes

Welcome to my favorite main dish recipes! My style is simple and delicious, and I cook for a family of four (2 adults, 2 small kids). So it has to feed everybody!

You'll find all sorts of main dishes here. I do a ton of chicken recipes, Mexican, Instant Pot, one pot meals and so much more.

Be sure and let me know if you make any of my recipes! I hope you enjoy them as much as we have. 💖

Lemon Chicken Pasta

Egg Roll in a Bowl

Southwest Chicken Salad

Mediterranean Bowl (Plant-based/ vegan)

Braised Chicken Thighs: A Cozy Favorite

Classic Cheese Manicotti (Perfect Comfort Food!)

Beef Brisket Recipe (tender, cooked low and slow)

Chicken Gnocchi Soup: Cozy, Comforting, Creamy

Butternut Squash Pasta

Pappardelle Bolognese (classic recipe!)

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