Looking for something quick + easy plus bursting with flavor? Then you’ve GOT to try these Chicken Adobo Quesadillas that will wake up your tastebuds.

Smoky, spicy shredded chicken covered in melty quesadilla cheese sandwiched between a crispy golden buttery tortilla.

With only 5 min prep and 10 min cook time with leftover Smoky Chicken Adobo meat, it’s quick + easy to make. It’s perfect for lunch or dinner.

Okay, you tried the Spicy Chicken Adobo Tacos and loved them.

BUT, if you have a lot of leftover chicken and don’t know what else to do with it – HERE is the solution.

Chicken Adobo Quesadillas are perfect for using that leftover shredded chicken and turning it into a fantastic lunch or even a quick dinner the next day.

Here is what you need to make these crispy, smoky, and slightly spicy quesadillas.

Spicy Chicken Adobo Shredded Chicken – It works great with leftover shredded chicken straight from the fridge or even thawed from the freezer.
Quesadilla Melting Cheese – You can substitute with Monterey Jack or Cheddar.
Cotija Cheese – Freshly grate a block of cotija cheese. BONUS: It works in SO many Mexican-based dishes, so always keep it on hand.
Soft Flour Tortillas – I like to use flour tortillas for the texture it provides, but corn tortillas work perfectly fine as a Gluten-Free Option.
Butter – Use good quality butter to fry the tortilla, but you can use olive oil as a healthier substitute.
Cilantro – It’s not Taco Tuesday worthy without cilantro, but you can skip it if you don’t care for the taste.
TOP WITH: Chipotle Aioli Sauce – It’s quick and easy and ready in under 5 min.

Start by heating a cast-iron griddle or skillet over medium-low heat. Melt 1 tbsp of butter in the skillet and coat both sides of the tortilla in the butter.

Fry for about 30 sec -1 min, then flip to fry the other side. When it starts to bubble up, that’s when you add the cheese and other toppings.

Add the crumbled quesadilla cheese and top with the shredded adobo chicken, and if you want to add other toppings, now is your chance.

Top it off with some more grated cotija cheese, chopped fresh cilantro, and of course, MORE quesadilla cheese.
It’s got to be cheesy, right?

Go ahead, fold one side of the tortilla over and allow it to warm through and melt the cheese.

Once it gets golden brown, sprinkle 1/2 tbsp of cotija cheese over the tortilla and carefully turn that side onto the pan to cook. Once it’s golden and crispy, turn it over and repeat on the other side.

Make sure not to burn the cheese.

Trust me; it took multiple tries to get this not to burn and yet be so CRISPY.

Mouthwatering crispy golden quesadilla that’s oozing with cheese + a slightly smoky, fiery kick.

Go Ahead, have some FUN with this recipe!

Add in your favorite toppings. Grilled bell peppers and onions, fresh jalapenos, or even some fire-roasted tomatoes work great with the smoky flavors of the spicy adobo chicken.

You can substitute the Quesadilla Melting Cheese for cheddar or Monterey Jack. Just make sure to use freshly grated block cheese for the ULTIMATE melty cheese pull.

Don’t forget to add a dollop of chipotle aioli sauce on top and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.

Grab a bag of your favorite tortilla chips and dig into this zesty, smoky corn salsa.

Try some of this Street Corn Salsa with that quesadilla.

Chicken Adobo Quesadillas

Smoky, spicy shredded chicken sandwiched between melty quesadilla cheese covered in a crispy buttery tortilla. With only 5 min prep and 10 min cook time with leftover Spicy Chicken Adobo meat, it's quick and easy to make and perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: 15 min, 15 min or less, adobo chicken, chipotle aioli sauce, cotija cheese, easy, leftovers, mexican style chicken, one pan dish, quesadilla, quesadilla cheese, quick, quick dinner, quick lunch, spicy chicken, spicy food, spicy mexican chicken, taco tuesday

Servings: 2

Author: carinakyriacos

Ingredients

• 1 cup smoky Adobo Chicken shredded leftover chicken from the Smoky Chicken Adobo recipe
• 1 cup quesadilla cheese Mexican melting cheese, crumbled
• 2 tbsp cotija cheese divided and crumbled
• 2 tbsp butter divided
• 2 large soft tortillas
• 1 tsp fresh cilantro chopped
• 1 tbsp chipotle aioli sauce

Instructions

• Warm the leftover spicy adobo shredded chicken in the microwave for 2-3 min or until warm. You can also warm on the stove over low heat, stirring occasionally until warm.
• Melt 1 tbsp of butter over medium-low heat in a large cast-iron or skillet pan.
• Fry one side of the tortilla until golden and soft, then flip and cook the other side. At the same time, add ¼ cup of the quesadilla cheese, ½ cup of shredded chicken, and sprinkle ½ tbsp cotija cheese and a pinch of the cilantro on top with another ¼ cup of quesadilla cheese to one half of the tortilla.
• Flip over the bare side to sandwich the cheese and meat on the other side. Cook for 3-4 min and gently flip to the other side and cook for another 3-4 min.
• Sprinkle about ½ tbsp of the remaining cotija cheese on the top side of your quesadilla and flip to cook for 1 min. Sprinkle another ½ tbsp of cotija and flip to cook for 1 min. Remove to a plate and keep warm while preparing the second quesadilla
• Repeat cooking steps 2-5 with the other tortilla and remaining ingredients.
• Cut the quesadillas in half or quarters to serve. Top with Chipotle Aioli Sauce and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro on top.

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A simple yet luxuriously rich creamy cheese sauce with tender shrimp over a bed of hearty fettuccine noodles. This Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo has a smooth and creamy sauce that coats those pasta noodles so perfectly. Crave those comfort food cravings with this easy-to-make dish.

Let’s get started!

You’ll need these ingredients.

Large Shrimp (1/2 pound) · Kinder’s Italian Blend Seasoning (2 tbsp) · Olive Oil · Butter · Garlic · Dry White Wine (1/4 cup) · Capers (1 tbsp) · Heavy Cream (1 cup) · Pecorino Romano Cheese (1 cup) · Salt + Pepper · Fettuccine Noodles (1 pound) · Fresh Parsley

I LOVE all the Kinder’s seasonings and it’s a staple seasoning blend in my kitchen. It’s the perfect seasoning blend for this Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo dish or any other Italian-based dish. Their Italian Blend is the best Italian seasoning I’ve tried. You can get them at Costco or Sam’s Club, plus they can be found at your local Walmart. I’m not sponsored by them or receive any compensation from them, and I just honestly really love their products and want to share them with all of you.

Once you have seasoned the shrimp, heat up a large deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the butter with olive oil and saute the garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add in the shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Set shrimp aside and keep warm.

Next, add in the white wine and let cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add in the capers, and cream and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Then add in the Pecorino Romano cheese and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until it begins to thicken. Season with 1/4 tsp each of Salt + Pepper or more to taste.

I love to use Pecorino Romano cheese over Parmesan cheese since it’s made from goat’s milk versus cow’s milk. It has a bit stronger taste than Parmesan cheese which helps elevate the flavors in this dish, but you can definitely substitute Parmesan for the Romano in this recipe.

Toss in the cooked noodles to coat in the sauce. Add back in the shrimp and top with parsley. Serve in warmed bowls to keep the pasta from getting cold too quickly. Sprinkle on some extra Pecorino Romano cheese to your liking and garnish with some more parsley.

Have leftovers? Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days and reheat in the microwave until warm throughout.

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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo (with Capers)

A simple yet luxuriously rich creamy cheese sauce with tender shrimp over a bed of hearty fettuccine noodles. This Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo (with Capers) has a smooth and creamy sauce that coats those pasta noodles so perfectly. Crave those comfort food cravings with this easy-to-make dish.

Course Main Course

Cuisine Italian

Keyword 15 min, 15 min or less, capers, creamy, easy, Italian, pasta, quick, quick dinner, quick lunch, romano cheese, shrimp, under 20 min, white wine

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Ingredients

• ½ Lb Large shrimp deveined, tails on
• 2 Tsp Kinder’s Italian Blend Seasoning
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 Tbsp butter divided
• 1 Tsp garlic minced
• ¼ Cup dry white wine
• 1 Tbsp capers drained
• 1 Cup heavy cream
• 1 Cup Pecorino Romano Cheese Plus more to top
• ¼ Tsp salt + pepper
• 1 Lb Fettuccine Noodles cooked to Al Dente
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped plus more to garnish

Instructions

• In a large pot, bring 5-6 quarts of water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente.
• Season shrimp with Kinder's Italian Blend seasoning or your favorite Italian Blend seasoning. Set aside until ready to cook.
• Melt 1 tbsp butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add in the garlic and saute until fragrant (about 1 minute). Throw in the seasoned shrimp and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan and cover to keep warm.
• Next, add in the white wine and let cook for 2-3 minutes. Then add in the capers, and cream and simmer for 4-5 minutes. Then add in the Romano cheese and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until it begins to thicken. Season with 1/4 tsp each of Salt + Pepper or more to taste.
• Toss in the cooked noodles to coat in the sauce. Add back in the shrimp and top with parsley. Serve in warmed bowls and sprinkle on some extra Romano cheese to your liking.

Notes

Have leftovers? Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days and reheat in the microwave until warm throughout.

What is better than some pasta for breakfast? Breakfast Carbonara has all the morning basics: eggs, bacon, and cheese, so it’s perfect! Plus, you can work it off throughout the day, so don’t feel as bad eating those carbs.

Here’s what you’ll need.

Pancetta (Italian bacon) · Olive Oil · Spaghetti Noodles · Medium Yellow Onion · Dry White Wine · Butter · Romano Cheese · Eggs · Fresh Parsley + Basil

Let’s get started!

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta and cook to al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water then drain the remaining water. Set pasta aside.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it begins to shimmer.
Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and rendered for about 4-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl and reserve.

Add the onions to the pan with the rendered bacon fat and sauté until they turn translucent and begin to brown at the edges, 8 minutes.

Add in the white wine and allow to reduce over medium-low heat. About 6-7 minutes.
Add the reserved bacon and pasta water, and butter along with the drained spaghetti noodles. Toss to coat.

In a separate bowl whisk together the Parmesan, eggs salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt + pepper to taste.

Top with freshly grated romano, chopped parsley, and torn basil. Serve warm. Enjoy!

Want to try some other pasta dishes?

Breakfast Carbonara

Breakfast Carbonara has all the morning basics: eggs, bacon, and cheese, so it's perfect! Plus you can work off throughout the day so you won't feel as bad eating those carbs.

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Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: 25 min, 25 min or less, breakfast, breakfast pasta, left overs, pancetta, parmesan cheese, pasta, quick

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 8 oz pancetta or bacon – ⅓ inch diced
• 1 lb. spagetti noodles
• ½ onion (medium) finely chopped
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 eggs
• ½ cup finely grated Romano Cheese plus more to top
• ¼ tsp black pepper + salt or to taste
• 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley
• 2-3 leaves fresh basil torn

Instructions

• Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta and cook to al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of pasta water then drain the remaining water. Set pasta aside.
• Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it begins to shimmer.
• Add the bacon and cook until golden brown and rendered, about 4-5 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a bowl and reserve. Add the onions to the pan with the rendered bacon fat and sauté until they turn translucent and begin to brown at the edges, 8 minutes.
• Add in the white wine and allow to reduce over medium low heat. About 6-7 minutes.
• Add the reserved bacon and pasta water, butter along with the drained spaghetti noodles. Toss to coat.
• In a separate bowl whisk together the Parmesan, eggs salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Cook for about 2-3 minutes. Season with salt + pepper to taste.
• Top with freshly grated romano, chopped parsley and torn basil. Serve warm. Enjoy!

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Looking for a quick + easy date night dish. Shrimp + Scallop Scampi is just what you need. Grab a bottle of wine and dive into the rich lemony, buttery flavors of this elegant dish. The best part is that it’s ready in under 25 minutes!

Here’s what you’ll need to get started on this elegantly flavored dish.

Shrimp • Scallops • Dry White Wine • Lemon • Butter
Olive Oil • Crushed Red Pepper • Garlic • Fresh Parsley
Pasta Noodles • Shaved Aged Parmesan

Lightly salt and pepper the shrimp and scallops on both sides. In a large pot, cook the pasta noodles until Al Dente. Heat 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.

Sear the scallops until they are golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes on each side). Set aside and keep warm.

Next, melt 1 tbsp butter then add the shrimp and sauté for about 3-4 min. Once fully cooked, remove and keep warm with the scallops.

Reduce to medium-low and pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan for a couple of minutes. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 sec until fragrant. Lower the heat to low and add the lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed red pepper, and the remaining 1 tsp of butter. Simmer for 10 min until the sauce starts to thicken.

Toss in the pasta noodles along with the shrimp and scallops and any juice that may have drained. Allow to soak up the juice for 2-3 minutes. Top with chopped fresh parsley and shaved aged parmesan.

Pair this dish with fresh garlic bread or maybe jazz it up and try it with some Saganaki (pan-fried cheese).

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Shrimp + Scallop Scampi

Shrimp + Scallop Scampi is just what you need for a quick + easy elegant meal. Grab a bottle of wine and dive into the rich lemony, buttery flavors of this elegant dish. The best part is that it's ready in under 25 minutes!

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Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: dinner, easy, lemon, pasta, quick, quick dinner, scallops, shrimp, white wine

Servings: 2 people

Ingredients

• ½ lb large shrimp peeled, deveined, tail on
• ½ lb scallops
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic minced, or 1 tsp pre-minced garlic
• 1 lemon juiced, about 3-4 tbsp
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp fresh cracked black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped
• pasta noodles al dente, enough for 2
• aged parmesan cheese shaved, for topping

Instructions

• Lightly salt and pepper the shrimp and scallops on both sides. In a large pot, cook the pasta noodles until Al Dente.
• Heat 1 tbsp butter + 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the scallops until they are golden brown on both sides (about 2-3 minutes on each side). Set aside and keep warm.
• Next, melt 1 tbsp butter then add the shrimp and sauté for about 3-4 min. Once fully cooked, remove and keep warm with the scallops.
• Reduce to medium-low and pour in the dry white wine to deglaze the pan for a couple of minutes. Add in the garlic and cook for 30 sec until fragrant.
• Lower the heat to low and add the lemon juice, lemon zest, crushed red pepper, and the remaining 1 tsp of butter. Simmer for 10 min until the sauce starts to thicken.
• Toss in the pasta noodles along with the shrimp and scallops and any juice that may have drained. Allow to soak up the juice for 2-3 minutes. 
• Top with chopped fresh parsley and shaved aged parmesan.

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This Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken features tender chicken thighs smothered in a savory sauce featuring mushrooms, butter, garlic, herbs, and white wine. Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken pairs so perfectly with some pasta, rice, or try it with some Fool-Proof Orzo for ultimate flavor.

The best part is that it takes less than 25 minutes to make!

Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Salt and pepper the chicken thighs and cook for 10-12 min or until internal temp reaches 165F. Set aside and keep warm.

Add in the dry white wine and allow to deglaze the pan for 30 seconds while scraping up the brown pieces stuck to the pan. Add the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add in the mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes or until soft.

Now add in the butter, oregano, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

Add back the chicken to the sauce and baste with the sauce. Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top and serve warm. Top with freshly shaved parmesan cheese.

This garlic herb mushroom chicken dish is perfect for a quick + easy scrumptious weeknight dinner.

Try it over a bed of rice or pair it with some pasta that is soaked in the sauce. Better yet, how about some orzo for that rich full flavor that will satisfy anyone.

Can’t cook orzo? That’s Okay! Here is my Fool-Proof Orzo recipe that is so easy to make and full of so much flavor. It will make you want to keep this recipe on repeat. It brings a luscious taste to the dish and pairs with so many other dishes and ready in under 15 minutes.

Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken (EASY – Under 25 MINUTES)

This Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken features tender chicken thighs smothered in a savory sauce featuring mushrooms, butter, garlic, herbs, and white wine. It pairs perfectly with pasta or rice.

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 23 minutes minutes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: 25 min, 25 min or less, chicken thigh, dinner, easy, garlic, garlic herb, mushrooms, one pan, one pan dish, oregano, quick, quick dinner, thyme, white wine

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken thighs boneless-skinless
• 2 tsp salt + pepper (each) divided
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup dry white wine
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tsp garlic minced
• 8 oz baby bella mushrooms sliced
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp thyme
• salt + pepper to taste
• 2 tsp fresh parsley chopped
• 1 tbsp shaved parmesan

Instructions

• Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
• Salt and pepper the chicken thighs and cook the chicken thighs for 10 min or until internal temp reaches 165F. Set aside and keep warm.
• Add in the dry white wine and allow to deglaze the pan for 30 seconds while scraping up the brown pieces stuck to the pan.
• Add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add in the mushrooms and cook for 3-4 minutes or until soft.
• Now add in the butter, oregano, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Reduce to low heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
• Add back in the chicken to sauce and baste with the sauce. sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley on top and serve warm topped with shaved parmesan cheese.

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Living in the South near the coast, you learn to appreciate a good low country boil with all the fresh shrimp and crab that is so readily available.

It’s quick and easy and only takes 30 min to make which makes it perfect for a weeknight meal.

From the fresh shrimp to the buttery cajun flavors, this Low Country Boil (sheet pan style) is finger-lickin’ good!

This is a staple at our family gatherings, so of course, I had to make it weeknight-friendly.

When you have a craving for Low Country Boil, you HAVE a craving.

Let’s satisfy it by making this mouthwatering Low Country Boil (sheet pan style).

Grab your shrimp and crab legs, andouille sausage, yellow corn, little potatoes, a couple of lemons, a yellow sweet onion, some parsley, grass-fed butter, and of course the main show stopper, Old Bay Seasoning. Let’s get ready to make some low country boil that doesn’t require all the hassle of a large stock pot outdoors and sooo much more flavorful.

Fresh shrimp is the best to use for ultimate flavor, but if you are in an area where fresh shrimp is not an option, no worries! Using already deveined frozen or fresh shrimp from your local grocery store is an easy alternative, but make sure it has the shell and tail on to lock in the flavor. If using freshly caught shrimp make sure to cut the heads and devein the shrimp leaving the shell and tail intact.

Start by cutting the corn cobs into thirds, and the onion into quarters. Bring a large pot of water over medium-high heat to boil and add 1 tbsp of old bay seasoning to the water. Once boiling, toss in the corn cobs and cook for about 15 minutes then add in the potatoes and onion for another 10 minutes.

Prep the rest of the ingredients while you let this cook. Once done, drain the water and toss the corn cobs and potatoes on a nonstick sheet pan.

Cajun Style Andouille sausage has that smoky cajun flare that pairs perfectly with the old bay seasoning, BUT you can substitute it with smoked sausage or turkey sausage if you prefer. I like to cut the sausages diagonally (AKA ‘Coin Slicing’) for larger pieces, plus it makes it more pleasing aesthetically in my opinion. Add them to the sheet pan with the corn, pototes and shrimp spreading them around.

Now for the old bay butter, in a small bowl melt the butter and add the 2 tbsp of old bay seasoning and mix. This is what you will pour over shrimp, sausage, potatoes, corn cobs, and onion before they take their broil bath. If you don’t have enough, you can always make extra by melting 2-3 tbsp more butter and adding in 1 tablespoon of old bay.

Grab a large sheet pan (half sheet size) and line it with aluminum foil sprayed with noncooking spray. Coat all the shrimp, sausage, potatoes, corn cobs, and onion in the old bay butter. Now it’s time to dust them all with 1 more tablespoon of the old bay seasoning for a little more added flavor. You can skip this step if you don’t want to use too much old bay seasoning.

Place it in a preheated oven set to 400F for about 13-15 minutes until shrimp are opaque and cooked through. Once done, squeeze the juice of a lemon all over and top with chopped fresh parsley.

Want to kick this Low Country Boil up a notch? Let’s do it!

So, you decided to add in the crab legs…let’s get those ready to throw in the oven along with the other sheet pan. 1 cluster per person is a good amount along with the rest of the food on this Low Country Boil. Brush the crab legs with some melted butter and lightly dust them with a little bit of old bay seasoning (about 1 or 1-1/2 tsp is good for 3-4 clusters).

If your legs are already thawed they only need to cook for about 10-12 minutes or until hot throughout. Don’t have time to thaw your legs? It’s okay, just cook them frozen for about 20-25 minutes until they are hot.

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Low Country Boil (Sheet Pan Style)

A new approach to the traditional Southern Low Country Boil. This quick and easy low country broil is the perfect weeknight meal that will make it feel like the weekend.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes minutes

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Seafood

Keyword: 30 min, 30 min or less, andouille sausage, corn, crab legs, easy, low country boil, old bay, one pan, potatoes, quick, seafood boil, sheet pan meal, shrimp, shrimp boil, southern, southern boil

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 300kcal

Ingredients

• 1 lb extra large shrimp deveined and unpeeled
• 1 lb snow crab legs OPTIONAL
• 3 ears golden corn each cut into 3 pieces
• 1½-2 lbs baby golden potatoes
• 1 onion quartered
• 12 oz smoked andouille sausage thinly sliced
• 4 tbsp Old Bay seasoning divided + 1 tsp more if doing crab legs
• 4 cloves garlic minced
• ¼ cup butter melted + more for dipping
• 2 lemons quartered
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

• Bring a large pot of water over medium-high heat to boil and add in 1 tbsp of old bay seasoning to the water.
• Cut the corn cobs into thirds, and the onion into quarters. Once boiling, toss in the corn cobs and cook for about 15 minutes then add in the potatoes and onion for another 10 minutes. Get a large sheet pan (half sheet size) and line it with aluminum foil sprayed with noncooking spray. Once the potatoes and corn are cooked add them to the sheet pan. You can go ahead and preheat the oven to 400F now.
• Cut the sausages diagonally (AKA 'Coin Slicing') for larger pieces and add them to the sheet pan with the corn, potatoes and shrimp spreading them evenly around.
• In a small bowl melt the butter and add the 2 tbsp of old bay seasoning and mix. Pour over everything on the sheet pan and mix around to fully coat it all.
• If making crab legs, brush the legs with some melted butter and lightly dust them with a little bit of old bay seasoning (about 1 or 1-1/2 tsp is good for 3-4 clusters). If already thawed they only need to cook for about 10-12 minutes or until hot throughout. Don't have time to thaw your legs? It's okay, just cook them frozen for about 20-25 minutes until they are hot.
• Place in the preheated oven set to 400F for about 13-15 minutes or until the shrimp and opaque and fully cooked. Squeeze lemon juice over it all and top with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal

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We know cooking orzo can be a bit intimidating at times. BUT, it doesn’t have to be! This Fool-Proof Orzo will give you perfect consistent orzo every time! It only takes 15 minutes so it’s a perfect side for so many dishes.

What you’ll need.

Orzo · Butter · Chicken Bone Broth · Water · Fresh Chopped Parsley

– How to make it. –

In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter and add uncooked Orzo.

Mix well to coat, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes or until the pasta is golden brown.

Add in the chicken bone broth and water and bring to a low boil.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until liquid is fully absorbed.

Once done, add in the parsley and keep warm.

It pairs great with Garlic Herb Mushroom Chicken.

Fool-Proof Orzo

You can't go wrong with this Fool-Proof Orzo. Make perfect Orzo every time!

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Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Course: Side Dish

Keyword: 15 min, 15 min or less, chicken bone broth, easy, one pan, one pan dish, orzo, pasta, quick, quick dinner, quick lunch, side dish, Sides

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Orzo
• 1 cup chicken bone broth
• 1 cup water
• 2 tbsp butter
• 1 tsp fresh parsley chopped

Instructions

• In a skillet over medium-low heat, melt butter and add uncooked Orzo.
• Mix well to coat, stirring continuously for 3-4 minutes or until the pasta is golden brown.
• Add in the broth and water and bring to a low boil.
• Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 10-12 minutes or until liquid is fully absorbed.
• Once done, add in the parsley and keep warm.

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This easy one-dish meal is perfect for that lazy morning brunch over the weekend. It’s got eggs that are perfectly poached in a sinfully spicy tomato sauce topped with parmesan and fresh basil that will make your taste buds savor every bite. You are only 15 minutes away from savory heaven with these Eggs in Purgatory!

Eggs in purgatory are pretty much the Italian version of the Israeli breakfast staple, Shakshuka.

Grab a few slices of your favorite crispy bread (I love to use sourdough round bread) and slather them with butter, topping it off with minced garlic and oregano (rosemary works great too!). Toast it up, dip it in and just wait till you hear the crunch of that first bite! It’s the perfect pair for the robust flavors of the spicy tomato sauce to balance out the flavors.

Start by heating a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil and once it begins to shimmer, add in the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes.

Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes golden brown on the edges.

Next, add in the crushed fire-roasted tomatoes, salt + pepper, and a large sprig of basil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until it begins to thicken some.

If you are using diced tomatoes, use a potato masher to crush the tomatoes to release the juices which will help them thicken.

Add in the parmesan, butter, and more salt + pepper to taste. I like to divide my butter up into 3 parts to place around the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes.

Want it spicier? Add another dash of crushed red pepper flakes.

Take a spoon and create a divet in the sauce and place one egg in each divet. A normal size cast-iron pan usually can do 4 eggs, and a small pan will do 2 eggs.

COVER THE PAN FULLY. This allows for the egg to cook properly. Cook for 2-3 minutes for runny yolks.

If you don’t want runny yolks, you can add on 1-2 minutes to cook the yolk to your preference. Runny yolks make this dish perfect for dipping your bread in, and it’s my favorite way to eat this dish.

Let these Eggs in Purgatory wake up your taste buds with just the right amount of fire. Allow the eggs to meld with the rich tomato sauce as you dip your bread with each bite. What bread are you going to choose? Let me know in the comments below.

Okay, so you halved the recipe and made this dish for one. Now you have half a can of leftover crushed (or diced) tomatoes. Save it to add to some homemade Classic Marinara Sauce to add some texture to the sauce for the next pasta night.

Eggs in Purgatory (Perfect for 2)

This easy one-dish meal is perfect for those lazy brunch mornings on the weekend. It's eggs poached in a warm spicy tomato sauce topped with parmesan and fresh basil. Not to mention, it's only 15 minutes to savory heaven!

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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: Italian

Keyword: 15 min, basil, breakfast, brunch, easy, Italian, one pan, one pan dish, quick, spicy, tomatoes

Servings: 2 people

Equipment

• 1 Cast Iron Skillet
• 1 large sheet pan use as a cover
• 1 6.5 inch skillet if you want this dish for ONE

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp minced garlic
• ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes or more to crank up the heat
• 14 oz can crushed tomatoes fire roasted is best
• ½ tsp fine sea salt plus more to taste
• ½ tsp cracked black pepper freshly cracked
• 2 large sprigs of Basil reserve half to top your dish
• 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese plus more for serving
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 eggs
• slices of crusty bread toasted

Instructions

• Start by heating a cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tbsp of olive oil and once it begins to shimmer, add in the garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Cook for about 1 minute until the garlic becomes golden brown on the edges.
• Next, add in the crushed tomatoes, salt + pepper, and a large sprig of basil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until it begins to thicken some. If you are using diced tomatoes, use a potato masher to crush the tomatoes to release the juices which will help them thicken.
• Add in the parmesan, butter, and more salt + pepper to taste. I like to divide my butter up into 3 parts to place around the pan. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Want it spicier? Add another dash of crushed red pepper flakes.
• Take a spoon and create a divet in the sauce and place one egg in each divet. A normal size cast-iron pan usually can do 4 eggs, and a small pan will do 2 eggs. COVER THE PAN FULLY. This allows for the egg to cook properly. Cook for 2-3 minutes for runny yolks.

Notes

If you don’t want runny yolks, you can add on 1-2 minutes to cook the yolk to your preference.

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Warm crispy buttery tortillas wrapped around chipotle lime slaw topped with chipotle shrimp. These Chipotle Shrimp Tacos are Quick + Easy to make, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

Let’s get started!

Okay, you will need 1/2 lb shrimp (deveined + peeled), lime juice, chipotle chili pepper powder, butter, flour street taco tortillas, cotija cheese, and of course cilantro.

Can’t find these flour street tacos? That’s okay, use regular small taco shells which are just slightly larger.

Substitute the cotija cheese with grated parmesan if you can’t find cotija cheese.

First, marinate your shrimp in 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, and chipotle chili pepper powder.
Mix to fully coat then cover and chill for 10-15 minutes.

Cook that shrimp over medium-high heat in a large skillet for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until the shrimp turn opaque.

On to my favorite part. Lightly frying the tortilla shells brings a whole new satisfying take on the traditional soft shell taco.

It’s not too crunchy and provides that buttery crispy texture that perfectly dresses up your typical softshell taco.

Melt 1 tbsp butter on a cast iron griddle or large skillet over medium heat. Coat both sides in the melted butter then fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown on both sides.

One last quick step. ASSEMBLY TIME!

Fill the taco shells with some slaw and top with a few pieces of shrimp. Sprinkle on some of that chopped cilantro + cotija cheese and…

BOOOOM!

You got yourself a Chipotle Shrimp Taco!

Enjoy these little flavor bomb tacos – go ahead and indulge some. Trust me you won’t want to stop eating these.

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Easy Chipotle Shrimp Tacos

Warm crispy buttery tortillas wrapped around chipotle lime slaw topped with chipotle shrimp. These tacos are Quick + Easy to make, and perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes minutes

Keyword: 25 min, 25 min or less, chipotle, chipotle lime, easy, quick, quick dinner, quick lunch, seafood tacos, shrimp, shrimp tacos, spicy food, street tacos

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• ½ lb large shrimp deveined + peeled
• 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin, divided
• 1 tsp lime juice
• 1 tsp chipotle chili pepper powder
• 2 tbsp butter divided
• 4 street taco flour tortillas
• 1 tsp fresh cilantro chopped

Chipotle Lime Slaw

• 1 cup coleslaw mix
• 1 medium avocado diced
• ⅓ cup mayonaise
• ⅓ cup red onion finely diced
• 1 whole Chipotle Pepper in Adobo Sauce minced
• ½ fresh lime juiced, or 1 tbsp lime juice
• ½ tsp lime zest
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped

Instructions

• In a large bowl, add the shrimp, 1 tbsp olive oil, lime juice, and chipotle chili pepper powder. Mix to fully coat then cover and chill for 10-15 minutes.
• Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tbsp olive oil and sautee the shrimp for 2-3 min on each side. Remove and keep warm while you prepare the taco shells.
• In a cast iron griddle pan or skillet, melt 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Coat both sides in the melted butter then fry for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown on both sides.

Chipotle Lime Slaw

• In a large bowl, add the mayonnaise, diced red onions, minced chipotle pepper, lime juice, lime zest, and cilantro. Mix until combined.
• Add in the avocados and coleslaw mix. Gently fold to fully coat the coleslaw, and try not to mash the avocados.
• Serve chilled.

  For maximum flavor – cover with clear wrap and chill in the fridge for at least 20 minutes

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