Meat Dishes

Bacon Weave BLTs

A classic bacon + lettuce + tomato sandwich with a braided twist! Don't forget the mayo and/or avocado.

Tips & Tricks: Cut three thickly-sliced bacon strips in half lengthwise. "Braid" by placing three of the half strips parallel and weaving the other three over and under. Makes for much easier eating!

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 30 min

Source: Life's a Tomato

Beef and Broccoli Lo Mein

A fabulous upgrade to any other beef and broccoli recipe we've tried!

Tips & Tricks: Buy and use a meat thermometer if you don't already. An easy weeknight meal that's sure to provide leftovers!

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: NYT Cooking

Best F&$king Grilled Chicken Sandwich Ever

Bacon + lettuce + tomato + chicken + mayo + homemade avocado spread.

Tips & Tricks: This basic brine makes for moist chicken breast! Excellent served on our favorite brioche buns with my mother-in-law's parmesan potatoes (page 294).

Difficulty: 5 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour

Source: Serious Eats

Butter Chicken

A warm and cozy chicken dish with spiced yogurt based sauce. Served over rice with a side of naan.

Tips & Tricks: Add 1.5 times the turmeric, but beware of your clothing, cookware, countertops, etc. - that stuff stains bright yellow!

Difficulty: 8 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 5 hours (1 hour 30 min active)

Source: NYT Cooking

Cajun Chicken Fritters

Imagine a savory pancake with shredded chicken, served with homemade chili aioli.

Tips & Tricks: Ideally, a fun weekend recipe to make with a group so you don't have leftovers. But if you do have extras, we have found they're best reheated in a toaster oven.

Difficulty: 5 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour 15 min

Source: Serious Eats

Carne Asada (The Best Recipe)

Spanish for "grilled meat", a deliciously juicy AND charred steak.

Tips & Tricks: We find our mini charcoal camping grill gets nice and hot for this recipe (in our opinion, better than a gas grill). Serve with a rendition of this Mexican Street Corn Pasta.

Difficulty: 6 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 12 hours (1 hour, 30 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Chicken Souvlaki With Tzatziki Sauce and Greek Salad

A simple chicken kebab that goes beautifully with homemade tzatziki, a creamy cucumber and dill dip.

Tips & Tricks: Fresh dill makes all the difference. We've found it's much cheaper to get at our local farmer's market (and tastier, too!).

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours 30 min (1 hour 30 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Chicken Satay with Peanut Sauce and Cucumber Relish

Sweet and nutty grilled kebabs paired with a vinegar salad.

Tips & Tricks: Pork is an excellent protein sub. Pairs wonderfully with One-Pot Turmeric Rice. We do a hybrid of this recipe and this recipe for the perfect marinade and sauce!

Difficulty: 7 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours (1 hour 30 min active)

Source: Damn Delicious, Food.com

Coconut-Miso Salmon Curry

Rich broth, flaky fish, and caramelized onions served over rice.

Tips & Tricks: If possible, purchase fresh salmon and use day-of.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: NYT Cooking

Cold Chicken with a Spicy Sichuanese Sauce (Liang Ban Ji)

A refreshing and simple chicken and green onion salad.

Tips & Tricks: Adding cucumbers brought another layer of yummy coolness. Don't be fooled by the small proportion the recipe yields - it's mostly protein!

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 30 min

Source: Serious Eats

Coriander-Crusted Beef with Spicy Cranberry Relish

One of my favorite beef recipes. Plus, use up those fresh winter cranberries.

Tips & Tricks: We sub ribeye steak for the roast, let the rub sit on it for ~1 hour, and cook on the stove top.

Difficulty: 6 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Taste of Home

Crispy Caramel Chicken Skewers

Such a satisfying sweet kebab that we enjoy with fried rice!

Tips & Tricks: Whatever you do, do NOT forget to lay down aluminum foil (or 2 or 3 layers for good measure). This sticky and sugary sauce will burn to the pan like no other.

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours 15 min (1 hour 15 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Easy Garlic Ginger Glazed Sticky Pork

Excellent sweet and spicy dish that still manages to feel like comfort food.

Tips & Tricks: One of those meals where a meat thermometer makes things so simple. Add whatever veggies suit your fancy! We throw in broccoli, bell peppers, and onions.

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 30 min

Source: Foodie with Family

Easy Greek Tzatziki Chicken Salad

Chicken, olives, and cucumbers smothered in yogurt with dill and served on pita.

Tips & Tricks: Do not overcook the chicken. If you're feeling it, try these delicious homemade pitas!

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour

Source: Host the Toast

Ginger-Teriyaki Beef Kebabs Recipe

A marinade/glaze for hearty beef kebabs paired with mushrooms, onions, or whatever suits your fancy.

Tips & Tricks: 1.5 inch beef chunks are perfect for searing on the grill while not overcooking!

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Serious Eats

Gong Bao Chicken with Peanuts*

Sichuan recipe with a spicy kick from the red chiles and numming heat from the peppercorns.

Tips & Tricks: *Spicy! Even though we use about 3 chile peppers, it still ends in lots of smokey coughing (but worth it).

Difficulty: 5 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: Fuchsia Dunlop

Grilled Chicken Sandwich on Pretzel Baguette with Citrus Mustard

Mild cheese and juicy chicken topped with an awesome combo of Dijon mustard and orange marmalade.

Tips & Tricks: Highly recommend these homemade pretzel buns if you have time to spare! We carve out a bit of the inner bun to hold the citrus mustard.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 3 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Food Network

Grilled Chicken and Peach Saltimbocca Skewers

I never imagined sage and peach flavors would go together, but this summery kebab rocks!

Tips & Tricks: We recommend separating the meat skewers from the peach skewers. You don't want mushy peaches!

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour 30 min (45 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Jerk Chicken Tacos

Jamaican-style tacos with a zippy mayo and your favorite toppings.

Tips & Tricks: We top with pineapple chunks, radish slices, cilantro, lime juice, and cotija cheese crumbles.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 8 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Creme de la Crumb

Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Stir-Fried Beef With Onion, Tomatoes, and French Fries) Recipe

A Chinese-Peruvian stir fry traditionally served with fries.

Tips & Tricks: Although these homemade thin and crispy french fries require two series of frying, they are so worth it.

Difficulty: 8 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 2 hours

Source: Serious Eats

Orange Pork Chops with Wild Rice

My mother-in-law's very own award-winning pork chop recipe!

Tips & Tricks: As a family of two, we buy two pork chops and bake ~40 minutes. Use a meat thermometer to cook to perfection!

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 2 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Roxy's Cookbook, Page 268

Peruvian Roasted Chicken with Spicy Cilantro Sauce

Deeply flavored chicken where two types of Peruvian chile pastes shine.

Tips & Tricks: You can get most of the ingredients at a local South American market or plan ahead to order them online.

Difficulty: 8 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 4 hours (1 hour 30 min active)

Source: NYT Cooking

Pineapple Chicken Afritada

An interesting blend of citrus and veggie flavors that totally works!

Tips & Tricks: To speed up the cooking, we cover the diced potatoes with paper towel and microwave for ~4 minutes. We also flip flop the recipe order and cook the chicken first (set aside) and the veggies second.

Difficulty: 6 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour 15 min

Source: Yummy Addiction

Pulled Pork

Classic crockpot pulled pork recipe with a yummy blend of spices.

Tips & Tricks: We use our standup mixer to shred the pork after cooking. Try serving on homemade brioche buns or pretzel buns!

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 8 hours 30 min (30 min active)

Source: Food Network

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

Sausage, shrimp, potatoes, and sweet corn sprinkled with Old Bay Seasoning and baked.

Tips & Tricks: Consider cooking full corn on the cob and using a knife to scrape the kernels off for serving.

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: Damn Delicious

Shuffies, Pork Chops, & Sauerkraut (page 87)

Dubbed "shuffies" for who knows why, this plain and cozy comfort food was made up by my mother-in-law.

Tips & Tricks: Brown pork chops for a few minutes then bake in oven with bacon bits, chopped green apple, and sour kraut.

Difficulty: 6 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour 15 min

Source: Roxy's Cookbook, Page 87

Slow Cooker Hot Honey Ribs

Meaty goodness with a fabulous honey glaze with a kick (red pepper flakes).

Tips & Tricks: Be sure to add the hot honey AFTER cooking in the crock pot (our friends misunderstood that, but hey, it still turned out!).

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 8 hours (1 hour active)

Source: NYT Cooking

Steak and Corn Salad With Salsa Verde Recipe

Satisfyingly salty steak salad with pickles, anchovies, and red onion.

Tips & Tricks: Use a meat thermometer to perfect your steak. Supplement with bread or another carb as a side.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: Serious Eats

Steakhouse Kebabs

A bold and rich marinade for steak chunks to complement mushrooms, onions, and the like!

Tips & Tricks: Even if it's winter, don't be afraid to fire up the grill (we prefer our charcoal grill, especially for kebabs!).

Difficulty: 3 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 2 hours (1 hour active)

Source: Serious Eats

Sticky Pineapple Ginger Chicken

A homemade breaded chicken dish with a sweet and tangy sauce.

Tips & Tricks: Don't be scared of the sriracha - this dish is not spicy.

Difficulty: 6 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour

Source: Carl's Bad Cravings

Sweet Chili Thai Sauce

A copycat recipe of our college's infamous McGlynn's wings.

Tips & Tricks: Continuously stir to avoid burning and know when it's thickened to your liking.

Difficulty: 2 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 20 min

Source: AllRecipes

Tacos de Carnitas With Salsa Verde

Crispy pork shreds with a lovely hint of orange and cinnamon in a taco.

Tips & Tricks: An immersion blender works wonders for the salsa verde. Serve topped with Pickled Red Onions and you won't be disappointed!

Difficulty: 5 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 4 hours, 30 minutes (1 hour, 30 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Tikka Marsala

Creamy tomato sauce with onions and chicken served over rice with a side of naan.

Tips & Tricks: The full marinade time, fresh garlic and ginger, and grilling are all a must!

Difficulty: 8 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 5 hours (1 hour 30 min active)

Source: Serious Eats

Thai Green Chicken Curry

An excellent creamy yet cream-less curry. Imagine all the green veggies topped with basil.

Tips & Tricks: Definitely worth prepping everything, including starting the rice, and then beginning the actual cooking. Even though it's not green, we've added frozen corn kernels!

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour

Source: The Spruce Eats

Twice Baked Chicken Fajita Sweet Potatoes

Chopped burrito fixings mixed with sweet potato filling and topped with cheesy goodness.

Tips & Tricks: Line the baking sheet with aluminum foil to prevent a burned on mess.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 1 hour 15 min

Source: Cafe Delites

Warm Couscous Salad With Salmon and Mustard-Dill Dressing

Quick seafood dish with a subtle mustard and yummy spinach flavor served over fluffy couscous.

Tips & Tricks: If possible, purchase fresh salmon and use day-of.

Difficulty: 4 out of 10

Time it Takes Us: 45 min

Source: Serious Eats

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