This chopped salad is ready in about 10 minutes and delivers a high-protein lunch that supports healthy goals. It’s quick, flavorful, and simple to pull together whether you’re at home between meetings or coming in hungry after a workout. Many people assume that a food writer or someone who works from home always has the … Read more

We’re sautéing tender pieces of chicken with lemon, garlic, dried herbs, and spices to create a simple, flavorful entree that comes together in minutes. This recipe proves a great dinner doesn’t need to be complicated—just a good protein, a bright seasoning, and an easy side to round it out. I’m a firm believer that weeknight … Read more

These beef enchiladas are simple to make, full of flavor, and feature a rich, creamy filling made with ground beef and cream cheese. A quick homemade enchilada sauce and a generous layer of melty cheese finish them off for a comforting family dinner. With school back in session, weeknight dinners need to be fast without … Read more

This easy chickpea salad is a vibrant, protein-packed dish loaded with beans, fresh vegetables, herbs, crumbled feta, and a bright lemon-olive oil dressing. It comes together in about 15 minutes, needs no cooking, and makes a refreshing lunch, side dish, or potluck contribution all summer long. I didn’t grow up eating chickpeas, but over the … Read more

This pesto pasta salad may become your new favorite. It combines sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, shaved Parmesan, peppery arugula, and a luxuriously creamy two-ingredient pesto dressing. Light, bright, and full of savory notes, it works wonderfully as a main course or a show-stopping side. I’m excited to share this Creamy Pesto Pasta Salad. It’s simple to … Read more

This creamy veggie pasta salad is a colorful, crowd-pleasing side that combines crisp vegetables, shredded cheddar, and a smooth homemade dressing. Light yet satisfying, it’s quick to prepare and perfect for summer gatherings, potlucks, picnics, or any time you want an easy make-ahead side dish. The flavors improve as it chills, making this an ideal … Read more

This skillet chicken brings the bright, savory flavors of Mexican street corn (elote) to an easy, weeknight-friendly entrée. Sweet corn, cream cheese, crumbled cotija or feta, lime, and fresh cilantro combine into a creamy sauce that pairs perfectly with seared chicken. Lightly seasoned chicken breasts are seared until golden, then finished in the oven with … Read more

This quick stir fry balances the bright sweetness of pineapple with tender chicken, crisp bell pepper, and blistered green beans. It’s a one‑pan dinner that comes together in about 20 minutes—enjoy it on its own or serve it over rice for a heartier meal. If you like fast, flavor-forward dinners, this 20-Minute Pineapple Chicken and … Read more

This no-mayo chicken salad draws on classic Greek flavors with roasted red pepper, black olives, cucumber, and crumbled feta. It’s herb-forward and light thanks to plain nonfat Greek yogurt, making it a fresh, protein-packed option for lunch or a snack. Chicken salad doesn’t have to be predictable. While a classic mayo-based version is comforting, swapping … Read more

Chicken thighs and sweet potatoes roast together in a sticky, savory-sweet maple Dijon sauce for an easy, one-pan dinner that tastes special but is simple to make. This one-pan meal is one of my favorite simple dinners. The chicken thighs roast to a deep golden color with crisp skin while staying juicy beneath. The sweet … Read more