Crockpot Olive Garden Chicken with Pasta

 

Photo source:  The Recipe Critic

"This recipe only uses 5 ingredients! And one is a bottle of Olive Garden salad dressing. The dressing is SO GOOD, and when you mix it with the chicken and cheeses, it takes it to a whole new level! I also love that you just throw in some cooked pasta again, and the meal is done! My kids go crazy over this and are so impatient that they want to just eat it straight out of the crockpot!"  Comments from The Recipe Critic

Sounds like a winner to me and I am ready to try it!

Click here to go to The Recipe Critic recipe page.

Chicken Pot Pie

Photo source:  Pillsbury

One of my favorite comfort food meals is Chicken Pot Pie.  As a child, I would beg my mom to buy lots of those frozen chicken pot pies for lunch when I was home for the summer . . . and I would eat one every day if I had my say.  I still could!

I've given up the frozen pot pies and have moved up to semi-homemade chicken pot pie, using Campbell's Cream of Chicken Soup, chicken, vegetables and a refrigerated pie crust.  So much better than the frozen ones.

Even better is made from scratch chicken pot pie for those days you want to linger in the chicken and make something special.  Semi-homemade is awesome, but made from scratch is super awesome!

Here is a good semi-homemade . . .

Click here to go to Pillsbury's recipe page.

Cornbread Stuffing Chicken Casserole

ORIGINALLY POSTED JANUARY 24, 2014

This is comfort food at its best for me!  It doesn't get easier than the convenience of the "cream of" soups and cornbread stuffing mix for a quick and delicious meal.  This is also a very versatile recipe!

You will keep coming back to this chicken casserole over and over again . . . it is so good!   I make mine  with or without sour cream, but add one more can of my favorite type of "cream of" soup (chicken) if the sour cream is not used.

For some variation, add some steamed broccoli and substitute cream of broccoli soup for the listed soup.  Another variation for mushroom lovers would be cream of mushroom soup with fresh mushrooms.

In my opinion, the cream of celery and cream of chicken makes the best gravy, however, use what you like!  We found that using sour cream makes it even creamier.  Stove Top Stuffing Mix is what I prefer to use.

The prep work for this meal is so easy and a great recipe for a beginning cook who wants great results with little effort or cooking skills.  We used shredded precooked chicken, but it would be just as easy to pull out some frozen chicken tenderloins and quickly pan fry them before putting the casserole together.

The casserole itself is delicious with awesome creaminess, with or without sour cream.  The Captain mentioned that he loved the way the stuffing on the top made an awesome crunchy topping, while some of it blended in with the creamy mixture.  Very nice combination!

This casserole is perfect for pot luck meals!  Try it . . . you'll probably love it!

Ingredients

• Cooked chicken, cut up in bite sized pieces
•  (the equivalent of a whole chicken)
• 8 oz sour cream or another can of "Cream of" soup
• 1 can Cream of Chicken soup
• 1 can Cream of Celery soup
• 1 box cornbread stuffing, uncooked
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 stick melted butter

Directions

Preheat oven to 350.

Place chicken in the bottom of the dish (9 x 13).  

Mix the "cream of" soups and sour cream (if you choose to use the sour cream). Spread over the chicken.

Place the uncooked cornbread stuffing over the soup mixture.  Heat in the microwave . . . the broth and melted butter until butter is melted and pour over all of the casserole.

Bake uncovered at 350° for 30 minutes. Serves approximately 6 - 8.

Chicken Shepherd's Pie

 

Photo source:  Just A Pinch

"Thick and creamy, this chicken shepherd's pie is a comforting dish. There are a few steps, but the final result is worth the dirty pots. The chicken and veggie base is held together with a thick, rich sauce. This shepherd's pie's flavors are similar to a pot pie, but instead of a crust, there's buttery homemade mashed potatoes. A bit of melted shredded cheese is a delicious final touch."  Comment from Just A Pinch

The description alone makes me want to try this!  This is a meal I could eat every day.

Click here to go to the Just A Pinch recipe page.

Cheesy Chicken Crescent Roll

 

Photo source:  Just A Pinch

"Colder weather means comfort food, and these stuffed crescent rolls are comfort food all the way. This dinner is super easy to make - great for a weeknight meal. It's a cross between chicken noodle soup and chicken dumplings. Kids are going to love this. Easy dinner on a cold day."  Comment from Just A Pinch

Love to have another chicken and "cream of" soup since they are generally fast, easy and delicious.  Looks like a winner to me!

Click here to go to the Just A Pinch recipe page.

Lemon Pepper Chicken

 

Photo source:  Natasha's Kitchen

"This Lemon Pepper Chicken is a fun and easy 15-minute, one-pan dinner that everyone in my family loves. The lemon-pepper butter sauce adds bright citrus flavor to every bite of juicy chicken, and it’s sure to become a weeknight favorite."  Comment from Natasha's Kitchen

Love having different variations of lemon pepper chicken since I love it!  Natasha's version sounds delicious and looks pretty tasty too.

Click here to go to the Natasha's Kitchen recipe page.

Almond Chicken Casserole

Photo source:  Taste of Home

ORIGINALLY POSTED FEBRUARY 2014

Corn flake and almond topping sounds yummy!  I also love the combination of all the ingredients.  Water chestnuts along with the topping provides lots of crunch.  Another one of those "comfort food" chicken meals!

This recipe originally comes from one of my favorite recipe sources, The Taste of Home.  I still refer to my treasured collection of annual cookbooks that I've had forever.

Click here to go to the Taste of Home recipe page.

Chicken Wild Rice Hotdish

 

Photo source:  The Food Network

Recipe courtesy of Molly Yeh

"One of Molly’s all-time-favorite dinners, this comforting hotdish is filled with tender veggies, chewy wild rice and savory shredded chicken — all topped with crunchy, buttery crackers. She uses a rotisserie chicken as a time-saving hack, making this a perfect meal for busy weeknights."  Comment from the Food Network

I love the use of wild rice in this recipe and that this can be a quick semi-homemade meal by using rotisserie chicken.

Click here to go to the Food Network recipe page.

Oven Baked Creamy Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

 

Photo source:  Le Creme de la Crumb

"Juicy Oven Baked Creamy Garlic Chicken and Potatoes roasted together in a rich, flavorful sauce. This easy one pan chicken and potatoes recipe is perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner."  Comment from Le Creme de la Crumb

I will be making this chicken and potatoes dinner.  It sounds very delicious, easy to make and just using one pan is a plus.  Looks like a winner and I'm always happy to have another chicken recipe.

Click here to go to the Le Creme de la Crumb recipe page.

How Long Cooked Chicken Lasts in the Fridge

 

Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"If you have some already cooked, it's ready to toss into salads, sandwiches, or grain bowls when you don’t feel like making a meal from scratch. But once it’s in the refrigerator, the question becomes: how long does cooked chicken last? Is that chicken that has been there since the weekend actually safe to eat? We spoke to food safety experts to find out and learned that the answer is nuanced."  Comment from Martha Stewart.com

I like learning more about food safety and think everyone should

Click here to go to the Martha Stewart.com article.

Creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken

 

Photo source:  Sip and Feast

"If you love lemon and are also short on time, my creamy Lemon Pepper Chicken is the dish to make tonight. Chicken cutlets are seared until golden, then simmered in an easy creamy lemon pan sauce. This dish is delicious, and since it's ready in less than 40 minutes, it's absolutely perfect for weeknights!"  Comment from Sip and Feast

I'm always happy to have another chicken recipe!  This chicken sounds delicious.

Click here to go to the Sip and Feast recipe page.

One-Pan Garlic Butter Chicken and Rice

 

Photo source:  All Recipes

"In this one-pan garlic butter chicken and rice recipe, chicken thighs and rice cook together in a rich, garlicky butter sauce. With minimal prep and just one pot to clean, it is the perfect meal for busy weeknights when you want big flavor without the fuss."  Comment from All Recipes

Looks delicious and I love only one pot to clean.

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.

Test Kitchen's Favorite Chicken and Dumplings

 

Photo source:  Martha Stewart

"Fluffy parsley-speckled dumplings soak up the flavorful liquid of this chicken stew. The test kitchen uses chicken thighs for our Martha Stewart chicken and dumplings. This dish is the ultimate comfort food and ideal for dinner on a chilly winter night."  Comment from Martha Stewart.com

Although I have already posted many variations of chicken and dumpling recipes, I can never have too many to try out.  And how could I leave out the Martha Stewart Test Kitchen's favorite chicken and dumplings recipe.

Click here to go to the Martha Stewart.com recipe page.

Dump and Bake Chicken Cobbler

 

Photo source:  Better Homes and Gardens

"Our spin on a recipe that took over social media is viral in its own right. And it a lot to love: this easy dinner starts with rotisserie chicken and a box of biscuit mix. Add frozen veggies and a topping of crispy French-fried onions to make a perfect meal, no chopping required."  Comment from Better Homes and Garden

Love this version of chicken cobbler.

Click here to go to the Better Homes and Gardens recipe page.

Buffalo Chicken Pasta

 

Photo source:  All Recipes

"This pasta dish has all the flavors of Buffalo chicken wings, and you don't have to get your fingers full of hot sauce. It's made on the stovetop and is finger-licking good!"  Comment from All Recipes

Looks like a winner!!

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.

Slow Cooker Chicken Stroganoff

 

Photo source:  All Recipes

"This chicken stroganoff is so good and so easy to make in the slow cooker on a busy day. It is a simple, creamy sauce with cubed chicken breast. Serve over hot cooked rice or pasta."  Comment from All Recipes

Looks delicious, easy and could be part of my food routine.

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.

Quick and Easy Chicken Spaghetti

 

Photo source:  All Recipes

"This creamy chicken spaghetti recipe is quick and easy to make, yet is hearty and delicious. It's a great way to use leftover chicken. A family favorite that’s ready in just 25 minutes!"  Comment from All Recipes

This chicken spaghetti looks quick and delicious.  Next time I get a rotisserie chicken I hope to make this.

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.

Slow Cooker Chicken And Dumplings

 

Photo source:  Southern Living

"We've streamlined the recipe for this slow-cooker chicken and dumplings recipe, while ensuring the chicken remains juicy while cooking in the soup. When the chicken is shredded to add back to the soup, you'll make a quick and easy dough for the dumplings. Everything finishes up in the slow cooker for a comfort dinner you can make on a weeknight or proudly serve to company at the holidays."  Comment from Southern Living

I've written about how I never got The Captain's recipe for his awesome chicken and dumplings and I loved it so much.  Now I'm on a mission to get lots of recipes so I can experiment and find the best one for me when I am ready to get back to serious cooking again.  So if you are a serious chicken and dumplings fan, there are lots of those types of recipes on my blog, just do a search on the search bar and in the labels.  Maybe I'll do a consolidation page soon.

Click here to go to the Southern Living recipe page.

Honey Garlic Chicken - Many Versions

Photo source:  Stephanie O'Dea

There is nothing like the aroma of a meal cooking in the crock pot.  In my working days, I walked in the door from a hard day's work to the smell of a delicious meal ready to eat.  Be instantly de-stressed!  

How about the combination of honey and garlic?  It is one of my favorite appetizers when I order Chinese takeout.  This chicken dish would be perfect with rice, steamed broccoli and a salad with rolls.

This year, I'm focusing on frugal cooking . . . lots of chicken. Another focus that goes along with frugal cooking is freezer cooking.  This meal would be perfect for two meals for two people . . . freeze half to enjoy another day later in the month! I love having a great selection of meals ready to go in the freezer for those busy or lazy days.

VERSION 1

Stephanie O'Dea, New York Times best selling author, features "A Year of Slow Cooking" on her website . . . click here for many more delicious recipes, along with so much more, like an awesome store! 

VERSION 2

Photo source:  Mom On Timeout

"This delicious Honey Garlic Chicken recipe will make you want to stay in instead of ordering takeout! Sweet, savory, sticky and with just the right amount of spice, this Honey Chicken recipe is the perfect way to top off a bowl of steamed rice or vegetables."  Comment from Mom On Timeout

Click here to go to the Mom On Timeout recipe page.  Check out the rest of the website . . . Trish has some awesome recipes listed!

VERSION 3

Photo source:  Mama Loves Food

"Easier than take-out! Our easy Honey Garlic Chicken Recipe made in the crockpot or instant pot is simple, delicious, and only five ingredients!"  Comment from Mama Loves Food

Click here to go to Mama Loves Food recipe page.

 

VERSION 4

Photo source: Taste of Home

"This easy recipe for slow-cooker honey garlic chicken features boneless, skinless chicken thighs simmered to tender perfection in a sticky, sweet and tangy honey garlic sauce."  Comment from Taste of Home

Click here to go the Taste of Home recipe page.

Chicken Milanese

 

Photo source:  All Recipe

"I made this Chicken Milanese after I couldn't find a recipe that would work with pasta. It's crispy, quick to make, and delicious!"  Comment from All Recipes

Just like my nana used to make.  Memories of my childhood!

Click here to go to the All Recipes recipe page.