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Pear Salad: A Southern Classic

Published Apr 19, 2019 by Allyson
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Pear Salad is a classic southern comfort food! These canned pears topped with mayonnaise, cheese, and a cherry will be a hit at the next potluck!

Pear Salad is a classic southern comfort food! Don't knock it until you try it; with only four ingredients so you can whip it up in no time!

I know what you are thinking, pear salad?! Trust me, growing up in Michigan I'd never heard of pear salad. However, now that I live in Georgia, I hear about it ALL THE TIME.

It's kind of crazy in my honest opinion, but it's one of those things you just can't knock it 'til you've tried it. So, have you tried pear salad? Another southern classic we make all the time is Pimento Cheese, have you tried it?

Pear Salad is simple because it only has 3 ingredients, four if you want to get fancy.

How to make pear salad, the southern classic recipe:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

Canned pears, mayonnaise, and shredded cheddar cheese.
If you want to sweeten things up, add some maraschino cherries on top!
Place the pears center side up, then scoop some mayo on top (my southern friend demands Blue Plate, however her southern friend says Duke's...), then add the shredded cheddar cheese and pop a cherry on top!
Some people also like to serve it over a bed of ice burg lettuce- YUM!

What is Pear Salad?

This is a fruit salad with pears, mayonnaise, and cheese. Some people like to serve it with a cherry on top or over a bed of lettuce. Its origins aren't completely known, but we do know it started in the south.

I have heard from many southerners that they grew up with it served in their school cafeteria, and many stories about people's grannies bringing it to events, or serving it every Sunday.

Every story I hear about pear salad has comforting thoughts of childhood and growing up around family!

Pear Salad is Low Cost!

Not only is this easy to make and super delicious, but it's also cheap! It's about $1 for a can of pears, probably .50 cents worth of mayo for the whole can of pears, and maybe .75 worth of cheese! Can't get much cheaper for a quick and easy side dish!

I highly suggest you take this pear salad to your next potluck or get together. Even if you don't live in the south, this will be a HUGE conversation starter and it will be interesting who actually tries it! Make sure you tell them, 'don't knock it until you try it!'

When to serve pear salad:

Having a holiday party?! No party is complete without other appetizers. Try serving it alongside some Cranberry Baked Brie.
Pear salad is perfect for any potluck! Whip it up, throw it in a storage container, and then pop it in the fridge until party time. It's even good if you make it the night before!
Couples game night?! Serve it while playing your favorite games such as Cards Against Humanity or Catchphrase!
Sunday dinner! Pass this salad around with dinner and everyone will be blown away!

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4.97 from 26 votes

Pear Salad

Pear Salad is a classic southern comfort food! Don't knock it until you try it; with only four ingredients so you can whip it up in no time!

Ingredients

2 cans pear halves, drained
½-3/4 cup mayonnaise
⅓ cup shredded cheddar cheese
maraschino cherries, optional

Instructions

Place drained pear halved center side up on a serving dish. Add about 1 TBS mayo to the center of each pear half. Then sprinkle cheddar cheese over the top. Top with maraschino cherries if desired!
Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

When not eating, keep refrigerated.
Can be made night before and stored covered in the refrigerator.

Originally Published 12/2017

Air Fryer Avocado Fries

Published Apr 18, 2019 by Allyson
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Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!

A few months ago I made Baked Avocado Fries, which were totally delicious and healthier than the fried version, but I wanted to see how they would come out in the air fryer. Air Fryer Avocado Fries were born, and the results were not disappointing!

It's incredibly easy to make Air Fryer Avocado Fries!

How to make Air Fryer Avocado Fries:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

Cut the fresh avocados in half, then remove the pit. Cut into 4-5 thicker slices per half, and use a spoon to scrape the back of the skin to remove the avocado flesh.
Setup an assembly line: shallow bowl with flour, shallow bowl with egg (beaten) + 1 TBS water, shallow bowl with panko breadcrumbs + seasonings, and sliced avocados on a plate.
Dredge the avocado carefully in flour, then dip it into the egg wash covering it completely. Let the extra egg drip off, then toss into panko mixture, pressure mixture against avocado to coat. Repeat for all avocado slices.

Using the Air Fryer, place the avocado fries into the basket in an even layer. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray.
Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and 4 minutes. When the time is up, remove the basket and carefully flip the avocado fries over. Insert basket back into air fryer and then set for 400 degrees for 2 more minutes.
Remove and top with chopped cilantro and sprinkle parmesan cheese. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as Zax Sauce, BIG MAC SAUCE, or Cilantro Lime Dip!

Air Fryer Avocado fries on a plate with dipping sauce

Are Avocado Fries Healthy?

YES! Although most of the calories in an avocado come from fat, don't shy away! Avocados are full of healthy, beneficial fats that help to keep you full and satiated. When you consume fat, your brain receives a signal to turn off your appetite. Eating fat slows the breakdown of carbohydrates, which helps to keep sugar levels in the blood stable.

Avocados are a great source of vitamins C, E, K, and B-6, as well as riboflavin, niacin, folate, pantothenic acid, magnesium, and potassium. They also provide lutein, beta-carotene, and omega-3 fatty acids.
Avocados contain 25 milligrams per ounce of a natural plant sterol called beta-sitosterol. Regular consumption of beta-sitosterol and other plant sterols has been seen to help maintain healthy cholesterol levels.
Half of an avocado provides approximately 25 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin K. This nutrient is often overlooked, but is essential for bone health!
There are SO many additional health benefits of eating avocados as well!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
Air Fryer Sweet Potato fries are way healthier than the traditional fried sweet potato fries!
Air Fryer French Fries are easy, healthy, and quick! With a fraction of the oil and no frying, these will be a staple side dish recipe.
Air Fryer Asparagus Fries have less than 5 ingredients, NO oil, and done in less than 10 minutes! These will become a favorite side dish or snack!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are a quick and easy snack or meal!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !

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5 from 7 votes

Air Fryer Avocado Fries

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

6 mins

Total Time

11 mins

Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer avocado fries

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 212 kcal

Ingredients

2 medium ripe fresh avocados, cut in half, pits removed
¼ cup flour
1 medium egg
1 TBS water
½ cup panko breadcrumbs/Japanese breadcrumbs
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
olive oil spray
handful chopped cilantro
1 TBS sprinkle parmesan cheese
dipping sauce

Instructions

Cut the fresh avocados in half, then remove the pit. Cut into 4-5 thicker slices per half, and use a spoon to scrape the back of the skin to remove the avocado flesh.
Setup an assembly line: shallow bowl with flour, shallow bowl with egg (beaten) + 1 TBS water, shallow bowl with panko breadcrumbs + seasonings, and sliced avocados on a plate.
Dredge the avocado carefully in flour, then dip it into the egg wash covering it completely. Let the extra egg drip off, then toss into panko mixture, pressure mixture against avocado to coat. Repeat for all avocado slices.
Using the Air Fryer, place the avocado fries into the basket in an even layer. Lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray.
Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and 4 minutes. When the time is up, remove the basket and carefully flip the avocado fries over. Insert basket back into air fryer and then set for 400 degrees for 2 more minutes.
Remove and top with chopped cilantro and sprinkle parmesan cheese. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as Zax Sauce, BIG MAC SAUCE, or Cilantro Lime Dip!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Makes about 4 servings.

Nutritional information per serving: 212 calories, 19g fat, 13g carbohydrates, 7g fiber, 1g sugar, 6g protein.

Instant Pot Enchilada Soup (low cal & vegetarian)

Published Apr 10, 2019 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Enchilada Soup is hearty and delicious, yet low calorie and vegetarian. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, and it's very inexpensive as well!

Instant Pot Enchilada Soup is one of my favorite meals because it's super simple to make, most of the items you can find in your pantry, it's low calorie (great for healthy meals), and you can make it in the Instant Pot, on the stove top, or in the Slow Cooker. This is a recipe that takes no effort and everyone will love it. I've been making it for years and am so happy to convert this enchilada soup to an Instant Pot recipe!

Enchilada soup is SO easy to make! You can see here how to make it in the SLOW COOKER or on the STOVE TOP if you don't have an instant pot (although you need to buy one!). I also LOVE this recipe because it's just ONE POT! BOOM, done! If you like one pot recipes, checkout this Hamburger Soup, too!

How to make Instant Pot Enchilada Soup:

* For full ingredient list and directions scroll all the way to the bottom of the recipe**

Want to add meat? Scroll down for instructions on how to add ground chicken or turkey to enchilada soup!

Add the canned ingredients to the Instant Pot. Add water, onion, cumin, and red pepper flakes. Stir everything, then close the lid and make sure the valve is in the sealed position.
Set the instant pot on high or manual for 5 minutes.
- Remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (5 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’. Since there is a lot of liquid in this soup it could take 10+ minutes.
After the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5-10 minutes. This will prevent liquid from splattering out of the pressure valve. Carefully flip the valve to release the rest of the pressure, then remove the lid.
Add the frozen corn, cilantro, ½ cup of cheese, and cilantro if desired to the instant pot enchilada soup. Stir, close the lid and let sit for 5 minutes.
Serve and garnish with your favorite toppings such as more cheese, green onions, avocados, tortilla strips, and cilantro! Greek yogurt is yummy too!

I like to double this recipe and freeze extra! It's easy to pull out during the week for meals.

How to freeze Instant Pot Enchilada Soup:

One the Instant Pot Enchilada Soup has cooled, add 3-4 cups to quart size freezer bags. Seal the bags, pressing out any air from the bag. Place in the freezer laying down to save space.
To defrost, remove from freezer and place in fridge the day before eating. For day of defrosting, set on counter in a shallow bowl or plate.

Is Enchilada Soup Healthy?

Yes! Instant Pot Enchilada Soup is very healthy! It's a vegetarian meal that is low calorie. You could also add ground turkey or ground chicken to add additional protein.

This recipe makes about 6 servings. For each serving it has 229 calories, 2 grams fat, 42 grams carbohydrates, 12 grams of fiber, and 14 grams of protein.
- With 12 grams of fiber, this packs nearly half of your daily fiber. This Enchilada Soup is also high in potassium, Vitamins A & C, and calcium and iron!
- While this recipe has 1000mg of sodium, you can reduce that by making sure to use no-salt added sauces, beans, and tomatoes. Make sure you also rinse the beans to reduce the sodium.
- It also has 28% of the daily recommended protein without containing meat!

Want to add more protein? Ground chicken or ground turkey works great for a leaner meat. To add to the soup:

Before adding anything to the instant pot, turn the pot to saute mode, then spray lightly with non stick spray or a bit of oil. Add 1 pound of ground chicken or turkey, and saute for 5-6 minutes, or until mostly cooked through.
Follow the directions adding ingredients to the pot and cook as instructed.

My favorite Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!
Hamburger soup is full of hearty vegetables in a deliciously seasoned broth. It’s the perfect lunch or dinner!
The Best Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs are so easy to make! Done in a few minutes and super easy to peel, you'll never make them any other way again!
Instant Pot Asian Pork cooks up in just minutes, and is the perfect healthy dinner! Use the juicy meat in lettuce wraps, sliders, or a salad!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy healthy meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! Great for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or just plain!
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!
Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious healthy meal that cooks in just 10 minutes! Simple to make, family friendly, and so tasty!
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf: In five minutes you can have a whole bunch of hardboiled eggs which are perfect for egg salad! No peeling or ice bath for this Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf!
Instant Pot Chicken Noodle soup is rich with flavor and takes only a fraction of the time to make. Warm up on a cold day with this major comfort food

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5 from 13 votes

Instant Pot Enchilada Soup

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Instant Pot Enchilada Soup is hearty and delicious, yet low calorie and vegetarian. Most of the ingredients are pantry staples, and it's very inexpensive as well! See options to add meat as well as cook on the stove top or in the slow cooker!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: instant pot enchilada soup

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 229 kcal

Ingredients

32 oz no salt added tomato sauce
10 oz can red enchilada sauce
14.5 oz can great Northern beans, rinsed
14.5 oz can black beans, rinsed
14.5 oz can diced fire-roasted tomatoes with liquid
1 medium onion, diced
2 cups water
1 TBS ground cumin
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
6 oz frozen corn
½ cup shredded fat free cheddar cheese

Instructions

Add tomato sauce, enchilada sauce, black and northern beans, fire roasted tomatoes with liquid, water, onion, cumin, and red pepper flakes to the Instant Pot. Stir everything, then close the lid and make sure the valve is in the sealed position.
Set the instant pot on high or manual for 5 minutes.**Remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (5 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’. Since there is a lot of liquid in this soup it could take 10+ minutes.**
After the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5-10 minutes. **This will prevent liquid from splattering out of the pressure valve.** Carefully flip the valve to release the rest of the pressure, then remove the lid.
Add the frozen corn, cilantro, cheese, and cilantro if desired. Stir, close the lid and let sit for 5 minutes.
Serve and garnish with your favorite toppings such as more cheese, green onions, avocados, tortilla strips, and cilantro! Greek yogurt is yummy too!

Recipe Notes

Want to add more protein?

Ground chicken or ground turkey works great for a leaner meat. To add to the soup:

Before adding anything to the instant pot, turn the pot to saute mode, then spray lightly with non stick spray or a bit of oil. Add 1 pound of ground chicken or turkey, and saute for 5-6 minutes, or until mostly cooked through.
Continue with directions from the beginning.

Nutritional Information:

For each serving it has 229 calories, 2 grams fat, 42 grams carbohydrates, 12 grams of fiber, and 14 grams of protein.

The BEST Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Published Apr 8, 2019 by Allyson
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The Best Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs are so easy to make! Done in a few minutes and super easy to peel, you'll never make them any other way again!

Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs are so easy to make and take little effort and time! Since I learned how to make them in the Instant pot, I will never make them any other way; it's just too easy! Eat them plain or use them in Egg Salad! I love using my instant pot for other easy meals too, like Bang Bang Chicken or Thai Coconut Soup- YUM! Grab the Instant Pot and get ready to whip these up!

As I mentioned earlier, these Hard Boiled Eggs are SO easy! This is how we make them:

How to make the BEST instant pot hard boiled eggs:

**scroll all the way down for printable directions, full ingredient list, and step by step video**

Using a 6 or 8 quart Instant Pot, add 1 cup of water to the bottom, then place the trivet or rack in the bottom of the pot.
Place medium or large eggs on the trivet. I usually make up to 8 in my 6 quart instant pot, but you can add more or less.

Close the lid and make sure the pressure valve is in the sealed position.
Set the pot on high or manual pressure, for 4 minutes.
- You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (4 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’. Since there isn't much liquid, this should take 5-10 minutes.
Once the time is up, let the pot sit for 5 minutes. Once 5 minutes is up, flip the sealed valve to release the pressure. Be careful as steam will come out of the valve.
While the pressure is releasing, fill a medium size bowl with water and ice cubes. Remove the top from the Instant Pot and then carefully remove the eggs and place them into the ice bath. Set the timer for 5 minutes.

Once they have sat for 5 minutes, go ahead and remove them from the water. Peel and serve or place in the fridge and store until ready to eat!

Are Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs Healthy?

YES! One large egg contains 80 calories, 5g fat, 1g carbohydrates, and 6g protein!

One egg contains over 10 percent of your daily recommended Vitamin D intake!
Hard-boiling and poaching have shown to be the healthiest methods of preparing eggs, as they don’t require oil or butter for cooking.
Hard boiled eggs are LOW CARB (KETO/Southbeach friendly), gluten free, Paleo approved, Whole30 approved, and are vegetarian!
Eggs contain phosphorus, vitamin B12, and essential amino acids. Eggs also contain 15% of your daily riboflavin intake and also include folate, iron, vitamin B6, and zinc!

How long do Hard Boiled Eggs keep in the fridge?

It's recommended not to keep eggs over a week in the fridge. I prep as many as I will need for the week and eat them throughout the week.

How to re-heat hard boiled eggs:

I like instant pot hard boiled eggs cold, but if you like them on the warmer side, try this tip:

Place eggs in a glass bowl and pour boiling water over the top of the eggs (keep eggs in shell). Let sit for 5-10 minutes then remove the shell and eat.
Do NOT reheat eggs in the microwave- they will EXPLODE!

How to use Instant Pot Hard Boiled eggs?

I love eating Hard Boiled eggs plain, but there are many ways to incorporate them into your meals! Try some of these:

Classic Egg Salad is the perfect lunch or dinner; light, delicious, and has tons of modification options! This is the best and easiest Egg Salad recipe!
Avocado Egg Salad! Use healthy avocados and hard boiled eggs to make a delicious no-mayo egg salad! Use the egg salad in sandwiches or in lettuce wraps for a lower carb option!
Potato Salad is delicious at a BBQ! Cut up the Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs and use them in a potato salad!
Add chopped hard boiled eggs to this delicious Southwestern Salad! Perfect filling healthy meal!
Creamy Pesto Caprese Potato Salad is a delicious spring and summer salad that is lightened up with Greek Yogurt! Add hard boiled eggs chopped up for extra protein!

Like the Instant Pot as much as I do? Checkout my favorite Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!
Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup is a delicious, comforting vegetarian Thai recipe which takes less than 10 minutes to cook! Includes tofu or chicken options!
Instant Pot Asian Pork cooks up in just minutes, and is the perfect healthy dinner! Use the juicy meat in lettuce wraps, sliders, or a salad!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that comes together in no time! Not only is it amazingly easy, but it’s the best cheesecake EVER!
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf: In five minutes you can have a whole bunch of hardboiled eggs which are perfect for egg salad! No peeling or ice bath for this Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf!
Instant Pot Thai Lettuce Wraps (pork or chicken) can be made with pork or chicken in the instant pot or slow cooker! Juicy pork or chicken covered in an easy Thai peanut sauce makes the perfect healthy easy dinner!

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4.7 from 13 votes

The BEST Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

Prep Time

1 min

Cook Time

4 mins

natural release/ice bath

10 mins

Total Time

6 mins

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot hard boiled eggs

Servings: 8 eggs

Calories: 80 kcal

Ingredients

8 large eggs
1 cup water

Instructions

Using a 6 or 8 quart Instant Pot, add 1 cup of water to the pot, then place the trivet or rack in the bottom of the pot.
Place 8 medium or large eggs on the trivet. **you can add more or less** Close the lid and make sure the pressure valve is in the sealed position. Set the instant pot on high or manual pressure, for 4 minutes.
Once the time is up, let the pot sit for 5 minutes (natural release). Flip the sealed valve to release the remaining pressure. *Be careful as steam will come out of the valve.*
Fill a medium size bowl with cold water and ice cubes.
Remove the top from the Instant Pot and then carefully remove the eggs and place them into the ice bath. Set the timer for 5 minutes.
Remove them from the water. Peel and serve or place in the fridge and store until ready to eat up to one week.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Eggs will stay fresh for 7 days in the fridge.

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

Published Mar 25, 2019 by Allyson
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Pickup baby potatoes and grab spices from the pantry to make these delicious crispy Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes! Perfect side dish done in 20 minutes!

Making roasted potatoes has never been easier than when using an Air Fryer. Coat them with your favorite seasoning, olive oil, and don't forget the salt, then pop them in the Air Fryer, set the timer and BOOM, this amazing side dish is ready to eat! You can make Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes as a side dish, or load them up with delicious toppings and eat them as a meal!

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes are healthy and majorly delicious, much like Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus, Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, or Air Fryer Asparagus Fries!

First thing is first, you must have an Air Fryer to make these amazing Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes! I really like my Air Fryer XL (no air fryer? scroll down to see my recommendations)! Making these couldn’t be easier – only a few ingredients and they come together in minutes, and cook in 20 minutes! WIN WIN!

How to make Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes:

**scroll all the way down for a full ingredients list and printable directions and step-by-step video**

Prep the potatoes; wash and cut them in half. Place into a medium to large size bowl.

Add olive oil, spices, and toss to coat.

baby potatoes in bowl cut in half with spices

Add the coated potatoes to the air fryer tray; spread into an even layer.

Air fryer roasted potatoes in air fryer before cooking

Turn the air fryer to 400 degrees, and set for 20 minutes. After 10 minutes, open the basket and quickly shake the potatoes, close and turn back on for the remaining 10 minutes. When the time is done, remove the basket and toss the potatoes lightly.

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes after cooking inside the air fryer basket

Serve immediately to set aside and save for later.

I love eating these Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes as a meal, but they make a more rounded side dish. Try serving these roasted potatoes on the side with:

What to serve with Roasted Potatoes

30 Minute Loaded Vegetable Pot Pie is packed full of veggies and is sure to comfort! So delicious and quick to make!
I love making this delicious Beer Cheese Fondue and dipping these roasted potatoes into it! So yummy!
Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips with Peach Curry Sauce are a great dinner solution that comes together in just a few minutes. With a delicious panko coconut crust and the perfect sauce, this is a dish your whole family will love!
Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad (copycat recipe from Chicken Salad Chick) is filled with grapes, apples, pecans, and shredded chicken!
Instant Pot Pineapple Chicken is an easy and delicious family friendly meal that is done in minutes and only uses one pot!
Simple Wedge Salad with Homemade Blue Cheese - Super delicious and takes 2 minutes to make!
Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Wings
Skinny Bruschetta Chicken has delicious juicy grilled chicken topped with a fresh tomato bruschetta! It’s the perfect healthy dinner!
Spicy Black Bean Hawaiian BBQ Burgers will be a hit at your next BBQ, and even the meat eaters will be asking for this recipe!

Are Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes healthy?

YES! These potatoes are SO healthy!!

Air fryer roasted potatoes contain 113 calories per serving, 5 grams of fat, 18 grams carbs, 2 grams of fiber, and 17 grams of protein.
They also contain 38% of your daily recommended vitamin C!

No air fryer, no problem!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus has only 2 ingredients and takes a fraction of the typical time, this will be your favorite way to cook asparagus!
Sauteed Kale is n easy and nutritious side dish everyone will love!

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5 from 16 votes

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

25 mins

Pickup baby potatoes and grab spices from the pantry to make these delicious crispy Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes! Perfect side dish done in 20 minutes!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer roasted potatoes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 113 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb bag baby potatoes, washed and cut in half
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon thyme
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Add prepped baby potatoes to a large/medium bowl. Add olive oil, basil, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
Add potatoes to air fryer basket and spread into an even layer. Close the basket.
Set the air fryer to 400 degrees and 20 minutes. After 10 minutes open the air fryer and shake the basket to toss the potatoes. Close and continue cooking 10 minutes.
Remove the basket and shake to toss the potatoes. Serve and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Nutritional information per serving (4 servings): 113 calories, 5g fat, 18g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 0g sugar, and 17g of protein.

Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap

Published Mar 14, 2019 by Allyson
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A Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap is a delicious, easy, and quick meal with only a handful of ingredients! Perfect to take on-the-go, or eat at home! Creamy Tikka Masala sauce over turkey pair for the perfect wrap!

This post has been sponsored by Tyson Foods Inc. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Making on-the-go meals is so important for my family since we are always running around. Coming up with new recipes for these types of meals can sometimes be challenging, but this Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap is amazingly delicious and easy to make! Using Sara Lee® Premium Meats Oven Roasted Turkey Breast and other fresh ingredients keeps this meal quick and majorly delicious!

Having two kids that are both involved in multiple after-school activities makes life busy. I like to make a lot of make-ahead meals or on-the-go dinners that we can eat quickly in the car, or between practices. Sometimes me and my boys even setup a little picnic between the soccer fields between games or practices and enjoy each other's company and food! The problem is, they get sick of the same old thing all the time, so I am constantly trying to come up with different ideas! We were having Indian take-out one night when I realized that our favorite Tikka Masala sauce would be perfect on a wrap; The Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap was born! Serving the wraps with on-the-go Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes or Simple Wedge Salads with Homemade Blue Cheese is quick and easy!

You only need a handful of ingredients for Turkey Tikka Masala Wraps, most of which you may already have in your fridge or pantry.

How to make Turkey Tikka Masala Wraps:

**scroll all the way down for a full ingredient list and printable directions.**

Get all of the ingredients together, including Sara Lee® Premium Meats Oven Roasted Turkey Breast.

Next, assemble the wraps using tortillas or wraps. Add a few slices of lettuce, Sara Lee Premium Meats Oven Roasted Turkey Breast slices, cheese, Tikka Masala sauce, tomatoes, and wrap it up.

For on-the-go meals, wrapping them tightly in foil or using a reusable container to store them works well.

What is Tikka Masala Sauce?

Tikka Masala sauce is usually creamy and orange-colored. The sauce usually includes tomatoes (frequently as purée), cream, coconut cream and spices such as turmeric and paprika which contribute to the orange color. It's not generally spicy, although it can be requested spicier. Typically, the sauce is served with chicken, but can be used in a variety of foods.

Where to buy Tikka Masala Sauce?

You can find Tikka Masala sauce pre-made for convenience in the international aisle of the grocery store. Typically by Indian or Thai foods, but I have also found it near sauces like pasta sauce or jarred gravies. If you can't find it, ask a store employee where to find the Tikka Masala sauce.

Can I use other meats for Turkey Tikka Masala Wraps?

Yes! Other Sara Lee Premium Meats varieties would be great with this recipe. The high-quality cuts of Sara Lee® Premium Meats all have a delicious fresh taste, and are affordable even though they are a premium quality. Sara Lee Premium Meats Oven Roasted Chicken or Chipotle Seasoned Chicken Breast or Turkey Breast would all be wonderful in these Tikka Masala Wraps.

What to serve with Turkey Tikka Masala Wraps:

Finding quick and easy side dishes to take on-the-go can also be challenging. Here are my favorites:

Instant Pot Corn on the Cob is ready to eat in just minutes and is super flavorful! No need to peel the husk; corn on the cob can be cooked directly in the husk and then removed without a mess!
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, and load them up with your favorite toppings for a healthy meal!
Simple Wedge Salads with Homemade Blue Cheese are super delicious and takes 2 minutes to make! Load them into a travel container to eat on the go!

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5 from 10 votes

Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap

Prep Time

10 mins

Total Time

10 mins

A Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap is a delicious, easy, and quick meal with only a handful of ingredients! Perfect to take on-the-go, or eat at home!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Indian

Keyword: Turkey Tikka Masala Wrap

Servings: 4 wraps

Calories: 242 kcal

Ingredients

4 tortillas or wraps
4-6 leaves romaine or red leaf lettuce
12-16 slices Sara Lee® Premium Meats Oven Roasted Turkey Breast
4 slices Munster or swiss cheese, broken into halves
8 TBS tikka masala sauce
2 roma tomatoes, sliced

Instructions

To make each wrap, lay out a wrap or tortilla and top with 1-2 lettuce leaves, 3 or 4 slices of Sara Lee® Premium Meats Oven Roasted Turkey Breast, 1 slice of cheese (2 halves), 1-2 Tbsp. tikka masala sauce, and 2-3 slices tomato.
Either serve or store for later by wrapping in foil or storing in a reusable container.

Recipe Notes

For a lower carb option, leave out the tortillas and make lettuce wraps!
Store in refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition (calculated from low carb wrap and 3 slices of turkey breast) per wrap:
- 242 calories, 10 grams fat, 15 grams carbohydrates, 6 grams fiber, 1 gram sugar, 19 grams protein.

Air Fryer Asparagus Fries (easy recipe)

Published Mar 7, 2019 by Allyson
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With less than 5 ingredients, NO oil, and done in less than 10 minutes, these Air Fryer Asparagus Fries will become a favorite side dish or snack!

Air Fryer Asparagus Fries are another amazingly delicious air fryer recipe! They come together in no time, without having to dredge in flour (hello, easy!), and cook in less than 10 minutes! The asparagus stay tender and not soggy, yet have a delicious crispy coating on the outside!

Healthy and majorly delicious much like these, I love making these Air Fryer Carrot fries, Air Fryer Zucchini fries, Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus , Air Fryer Baked Potatoes, Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli, or Air Fryer Avocado Fries.

First thing is first, you must have an Air Fryer to make these amazing Air Fryer Asparagus Fries! I really like my Power XL Air Fryer! Making these couldn’t be easier – only a few ingredients and they come together in minutes, and cook in less than 10 minutes! WIN WIN!

Want more of a side dish asparagus recipe? Try these Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Asparagus!

How to make Air Fryer Asparagus Fries:

**scroll all the way down for a full ingredients list and printable directions and step-by-step video**

Prepare the asparagus by cutting or snapping off the hard ends; about 1 inch up the stem and discard those pieces. Wash and dry the asparagus.
In a shallow dish, add an egg and a bit of water, then whisk and beat until a little frothy. Add the asparagus and toss around to coat.
In a separate shallow dish or bowl, add panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs, and spices.
- I like this 'everything bagel' spice blend, but if not using that I suggest using a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and some poppy seeds.
Add the asparagus spears a few at a time, and toss around until coated. Place them into the air fryer tray. Repeat until all asparagus are coated.
- I was able to fit about 16 spears into my air fryer at once. I suggest to cook them in an even layer and do not put them too close together.

Lightly spray the tops of the fries with oil spray, and set the air fryer on 8 minutes. Open after 5 minutes, then carefully flip the asparagus spears over, then cook the remaining time. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce!

I love dipping Air Fryer Asparagus Fries in everything, especially this Horseradish Aioli, but here are some more of my favorite dipping sauces:

No air fryer, no problem! You can also BAKE these Asparagus Fries:

How to Bake Asparagus Fries:

Use the same directions in terms of prepping and coating the asparagus spears. Set the oven to 350 degrees F. Place fries on a parchment lined baking sheet. Cook for 15 minutes, then flip over. Cook 5-7 more minutes or until crispy. To crisp coating further, turn oven to broil on HIGH and broil for 1-2 minutes or until browned. Serve hot!

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
Air Fryer Kale Chips are the easiest and most delicious Kale Chips! Made in just minutes and super healthy (63 calories per serving), these will be your go-to snack!
Air Fryer Potato Skins use cooked potatoes and take less than 10 minutes to make! Serve these on game-day or as a delicious appetizer!
Air Fryer Bacon is the easiest method for cooking bacon. Avoid the greasy mess, take half the time, and make the most deliciously crispy bacon EVER!
Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
Air Fryer Roasted Asparaguss has only 2 ingredients and takes a fraction of the typical time, this will be your favorite way to cook asparagus!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

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4.86 from 7 votes

Air Fryer Asparagus Fries

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

8 mins

Total Time

13 mins

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air fryer asparagus fries

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 145 kcal

Ingredients

16-20 spears asparagus
1 medium egg
1 teaspoon water
⅓ cup regular breadcrumbs
¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
1 TBS everything but the bagel seasoning (or garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, poppy seeds- ⅛ teaspoon each)
oil spray

Instructions

Prepare the asparagus by cutting or snapping off the hard ends; about 1 inch up the stem and discard those pieces. Wash and dry the asparagus.
In a shallow dish, add an egg and a bit of water, then whisk and beat until a little frothy. Add the asparagus and toss around to coat.
In a separate shallow dish or bowl, add panko breadcrumbs, regular breadcrumbs, and spices.
Add the asparagus spears a few at a time, and toss around until coated. Place them into the air fryer tray. Repeat until all asparagus are coated.
Add fries to the air fryer basket, do not place them too close together. Lightly spray the tops with oil, and close.
Set air fryer for 400 degrees and 8 minutes. After 5 minutes, open and carefully flip fries over, then close and cook remaining 3 minutes.
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Nutrition per serving (recipe makes 2 servings): 145 calories, 4 grams fat, 16 grams carbohydrates, 3 grams fiber, 8 grams protein.

How to Bake Asparagus Fries:

Air Fryer Cheese Fries (2 ingredients)

Published Mar 4, 2019 by Allyson
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Air Fryer Cheese Fries have only two ingredients and are done in less than 20 minutes! These quick easy fries will be a go-to appetizer or snack!

I am a HUGE fan of the Air Fryer!!It is seriously so awesome and I love how quickly it cooks food! Do you have an Air Fryer yet?! Making cheese fries in the air fryer is so easy and takes less than half the time of a conventional oven! Plus, the air fryer doesn't heat up the whole house like an oven!

Air Fryer Cheese Fries can be loaded with other toppings as well, and if you want to add a healthy side dish, try this Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli or Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus to go with the cheese fries!

Making Air Fryer Cheese Fries is so simple, you'll never want to use an oven again!

How to make Air Fryer Cheese Fries:

**scroll down for full ingredient list and printable directions**

Using your favorite brand of frozen french fries, add them to the air fryer basket.
- Don't pile them too high if you want them to all get cooked evenly.
Set the air fryer for 8 minutes. Once it stops, open the basket and shake the fries around. Close and set for 5 more minutes. Open and shake, then sprinkle some salt over the top of the fries, and sprinkle the cheese over the tops of the fries. Close and cook for 1 more minute.
Eat them immediately!

Air Fryer Cheese Fries in air fryer basket

What is the best cheese for Air Fryer Cheese Fries?

This is totally up to you! For these specific cheese fries I used pepper-jack cheese because I wanted a little spice! Colby jack cheese is popular as well as medium cheddar! You really cannot go wrong with ANY cheese on these fries!

What toppings or dips are good for Air Fryer Cheese Fries?

Cheese alone on cheese fries is amazing, but I love adding buffalo sauce as well as homemade blue cheese. Add some green onions as well for a little crunch.
Topping the fries with cheese, shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, blue cheese crumbs, and jalapeno ranch make a great dish!
Add some bacon, sour cream, and green onions to the top of the cheese fries for a loaded baked potato version!

Use this Best Chili Recipe and load up the cheese fries for a hearty meal!
Add shredded chicken, marinara sauce, and mozzarella for a fun take on chicken parmesan - french fry style!
Serving Air Fryer Cheese Fries with Sriracha Ranch, jalapeno ranch, or ZAX sauce is always a great option!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

Air Fryer Cheese Fry being pulled up from plate

Serve Air Fryer Cheese Fries alongside your dinner! They go great with Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos, or Bang Bang Chicken Rice Bowls!

Make sure you try my other Air Fryer recipes too, such as:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus has only 2 ingredients and takes a fraction of the typical time, this will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp are topped with a healthier version of the classic delicious sweet and spicy Bang Bang Sauce. They’re the perfect lightened up appetizer or meal!

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5 from 14 votes

Air Fryer Cheese Fries

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Air Fryer Cheese Fries have only two ingredients and are done in less than 20 minutes! These quick easy fries will be a go-to appetizer or snack!

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer cheese fries

Servings: 4

Calories: 271 kcal

Ingredients

16 ounces frozen french fries, any type (about half a bag)
1 cup shredded cheese, pepperjack, colby jack, or cheddar all work well
¼ teaspoon salt, optional

Instructions

Add fries to the air fryer basket. Close and set for 400 degrees and the timer for 8 minutes. Open and shake the fries around. Close and set for 5 more minutes. Open and shake the fries.
Add salt and sprinkle the cheese over the top in an even layer. Cook 1 minute or until cheese is melted. Serve immediately.

Recipe Notes

Nutritional info (varies based off brands and cheese used):

4 servings: 272 calories, 14 grams fat, 27 grams carbohydrates, 3 grams fiber, 9 grams protein.

General Tso's Tofu (Vegetarian)

Published Feb 26, 2019 by Allyson
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General Tso's Tofu will have you forgetting about the meat and devouring dinner! This is the BEST vegetarian version of the famous General Tso's dish.

General Tso's Tofu is one of my favorite dishes, mostly because I love Chinese take out, but sometimes it’s hard to find a great version at Chinese restaurants. It's not a problem though, because it's very easy to make Vegetarian General Tso's Tofu at home. It's great knowing exactly what ingredients go into the recipe (no MSG like a lot of restaurants add), and it's majorly delicious! General Tso's Tofu is the perfect vegetarian version of General Tso's Chicken. Add Sesame Bok Choy, Garlic Ginger Spinach, or Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli to the side along with some homemade crab rangoon and you have the perfect dinner!

For General Tso's Tofu, I like the tofu to be crispy. This means you have the option to fry or bake it, but I like to use a method called ‘shallow’ frying, which means the whole object isn’t submerged in oil; basically just the bottom and you turn flip it around on each side to get the desired crispness.

How to make General Tso's Tofu:

**scroll down for full directions and printable ingredient list.**

Tofu needs to be pressed before you use it. Make sure all the water is pressed out of the tofu.
- Cut the tofu bloc in half, then set the halves onto a paper towel or clean kitchen towel. Place another towel/paper towel on top of the tofu, then place a heavy object on top in order to weigh down the tofu. Leave it for at least 20 minutes, but the longer the better. This will help press the water out of the tofu, and the water will be absorbed with the towel/paper towel.
To get crispy tofu, we are going to coat the tofu in cornstarch, then shallow fry it.
Heat the oil in a heavy bottom skillet, then add the tofu being careful not to crowd the pan. Flip the tofu around every few minutes and you will see it developing a nice browned crispy crust on the outside.
Make the sauce while the tofu is cooking.
- - to adjust the spice level, reduce or add more red pepper flakes.
Once the tofu is done, remove from the pan and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Carefully wipe the skillet out (it's hot), then place back on stove and add sesame oil. Then add the ginger and green onions to the skillet and cook for a minute. Pour the sauce into the skillet and cook another minute, then add the tofu into the skillet and toss to coat.

How to serve General Tso's Tofu:

Serve General Tso's tofu over white rice, brown rice, or quinoa.
For a lower carb option serve over cauliflower rice!
Add some vegetables on the side like Sesame Bok Choy, Garlic Ginger Spinach, or Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli.
For more protein, serve with Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders or One Skillet Ginger Soy Chicken.

What is the best Tofu for cooking General Tso's Tofu?

Definitely use firm or extra firm tofu for this recipe. The tofu needs to be firm to stand up to the coating and frying. Using a soft or silk tofu will result in the tofu falling apart while trying to coat and cook it.

Where do I find tofu at the store?

Tofu is generally kept in the produce section of the grocery store. If your grocery store has a natural foods area, it could also be there. It will always be in a cooler or refrigerated. If you can't find it, just ask. Most grocery stores stock firm tofu regularly.

If you like TOFU as much as I do, be sure to checkout these other Tofu recipes:

Honey Sesame Tofu is the perfect dinner for meatless Monday or vegetarians. The tofu is fried crispy and then tossed in a delicious sweet sauce!
Copycat Bang Bang Tofu is a vegetarian spin on the popular Bang Bang Shrimp!! Spicy, sweet, and delicious!
Easy Baked Tofu will become a staple in your home. Add sauce, throw it in salads, the sky is the limit for this versatile basic tofu recipe.
Panda Express Copycat Firecracker Tofu with Brown Rice is a delicious take-out style dinner!
Spicy Asian Eggplant & Tofu Bowls are the perfect healthy dinner! Delicious Japanese Eggplant, Bok Choy, and tofu drenched in a spicy Asian Sauce! Takes less than 30 minutes, too!

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5 from 21 votes

General Tso's Tofu

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

General Tso's Tofu will have you forgetting about the meat and devouring dinner! This is the BEST vegetarian version of the famous General Tso's dish.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: asian

Keyword: general tso's tofu

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

For the Tofu

1 brick extra firm tofu
3-4 TBS cornstarch
1-2 TBS canola or vegetable oil

For the sauce

½ cup brown sugar
3 TBS hoisin sauce
3 TBS rice vinegar
3 TBS ketchup
2 TBS soy sauce
½ cup water
2 shakes red pepper flakes (optional, 2 shakes turns out pretty mild..add more for more spice or you can leave out for less)
1 TBS sesame oil
4 green onions , chopped
3 TBS fresh ginger , finely chopped

Instructions

Drain tofu of excess water pressing between the counter and heavy object. **I use 2 clean kitchen towels, one folded up the size of the tofu brick on the bottom (place under tofu), and then one on top. Then I place my cast iron pan on top of the top towel, and sometimes place something else in the pan to hold it down. You do not want the tofu to collapse, if it's breaking take some weight off. Let sit 20 minutes. to drain**
While waiting for tofu, mix together the first 7 ingredients and set aside.
Heat a skillet on medium with about a ½ inch of vegetable oil inside. While heating, slice tofu into ½" slices, then cut each slice into thirds. Coat each cube lightly with cornstarch and then place into pan until browned and crispy. You may have to turn up the heat under the pan a bit. Remove from frying pan and set aside on paper towels.
Wipe pan clean with paper towel and add sesame oil, onions, and chopped ginger. Cook about 1 minute, until fragrant. Add sauce mixture to pan, bring to a boil, and simmer about 2 minutes. Add tofu back to mixture, toss to coat. Top with green onions if desired.

Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus (2 ingredients)

Published Feb 14, 2019 by Allyson
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With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

Roasted Asparagus is a very healthy and delicious side dish for dinner, lunch, or breakfast! It only takes about 20 minutes to roast in the oven, however using an Air Fryer cuts down the time dramatically. In seven minutes the asparagus is lightly crispy on the ends, yet perfectly tender and ready to eat. It never turns out soggy and always has the perfect bite to it!

Serve these alongside Air Fryer Meatballs, Air Fryer Lobster Tails, Grilled Boneless Skinless chicken breast, Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan, Air Fryer Turkey Breast, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs or Air Fryer Shrimp for the perfect meal!

Using the air fryer to make Air Fryer Asparagus Fries, Roasted Parmesan Brussels Sprouts, Air Fryer Zucchini fries, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, Air Fryer Mushrooms, and Roasted Broccoli is also so quick and delicious! This Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your new favorite side dish!

I am a big fan of the Air Fryer for many reasons; it's so easy to use, the cleanup is so quick and minimal, and it cooks SO FAST compared to a traditional oven. It also uses WAY less oil compared to actual frying. If you haven't purchased an Air Fryer yet, I HIGHLY recommend it (see my recommendations below)!

Making this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus is so easy! Most likely you'll just need to purchase asparagus, and then will need olive oil, salt, and pepper, which I bet is already in the pantry!

How to Make Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus:

**scroll all the way down for full printable step by step directions and ingredient list**

Trim the ends of the asparagus about an inch up from the bottom.
Place the asparagus onto a plate and lightly drizzle 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (or whatever oil you prefer) over the asparagus. Sprinkle ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt and ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper over the top, then toss around to coat the asparagus.
Place the spears into the Air fryer basket and then close, turn the fryer to 400 degrees, and set for 7 minutes.

Once the time is up, remove the basket and serve the asparagus.

Is Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus Healthy?

YES! Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus is great because it uses less oil than roasting in the oven, and the air fryer helps crisp the asparagus.

For ¼ pound of asparagus, it contains 53 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 4 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.
It's also great source of vitamin's A and C, as well as iron.
Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus also fits into most diets- KETO, Paleo, Whole30, vegetarian, vegan, and low carb/Atkins just to name a few.

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
These Easy Air Fryer Scallops have a delicious lemon butter flavor! Done in less than 10 minutes, this is a go-to air fryer recipe!
Air Fryer Asparagus Fries have less than 5 ingredients, NO oil, and done in less than 10 minutes! These will become a favorite side dish or snack!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, quick, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!
Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
This is the best Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans recipe and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main dish served over rice!
These Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp are the perfect quick meal! Perfect for healthy eating, and done in less than 10 minutes! Serve these for dinner or on game day!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
Garlic Ginger Spinach is the perfect blend of Garlic and Ginger, sautéed with delicious healthy fresh spinach.
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!

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4.94 from 31 votes

Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus

Prep Time

2 mins

Cook Time

7 mins

Total Time

9 mins

With only 2 ingredients and taking a fraction of the typical time, this Air Fryer Roasted Asparagus will be your favorite way to cook asparagus from now on!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer roasted asparagus

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 53 kcal

Ingredients

1 pound fresh asparagus, ends trimmed
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

Trim the ends of the asparagus about an inch up from the bottom.
Place the asparagus onto a plate. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the asparagus. Sprinkle kosher salt and ground black pepper over the top, then toss to coat the asparagus.
Place the spears into the air fryer basket and close. Turn the air fryer to 400 degrees, and set for 7 minutes.
Once the time is up, remove the basket and serve the asparagus.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

For ¼ of the asparagus there are 53 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 4 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.

Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli (low calorie, low carb)

Published Feb 11, 2019 by Allyson
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Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, fast, and delicious side dish. This lower calorie air fryer option will become a staple side dish!

Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, fast, and delicious side dish. With only 61 calories per serving this air fryer roasted broccoli will become a staple side dish!

Broccoli is one of my favorite side dishes, but I love for it to be roasted so it has a nice bit of crispiness to it. Broccoli is incredibly healthy, has low carbs, low calories, and fits into most specialized diets.

Using the Air fryer to roast broccoli is faster than using the oven, doesn't heat up your house, and makes the perfect non-soggy broccoli! Once you try this Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli, you will never cook it any other way!

Make sure you checkout my Air Fryer Kale Chips, Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussel's Sprouts and Air Fryer Asparagus Fries as well!

First thing is first, you must have an Air fryer. to make this Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli. I really like my OMORC Air Fryer XL, 5.8QT Air fryer! Making the broccoli couldn't be easier - it's only 3 ingredients (from your pantry) and comes together in just a minute, and cooks in less than 10 minutes!

How to make Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli:

**scroll all the way down for a full ingredients list and printable directions**

Prepare the broccoli; Trim the florets off the bunch, then chop up the stems, you can use that to roast as well!
- For this air fryer roasted broccoli recipe you can make as much as you want, but I used 2 broccoli bunches.
Add broccoli to a bowl, then add 1 teaspoon olive oil, salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Add ¼ cup of water to the bottom of the air fryer (under the basket in the actual basin). This will prevent it from smoking while cooking.
Add the broccoli to the my Air fryer basket, then close and set to 400 degrees for 7 minutes. Remove and enjoy!

Is Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli Healthy?

YES! Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is great because it uses less oil than roasting in the oven, and the air fryer helps crisp the broccoli.

For 1 cup of broccoli, it contains 61 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 6 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.
Additionally it contains 125% of your daily Vitamin C!
Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli also fits into most diets- KETO, Paleo, Whole30, vegetarian, vegan, and low carb/Atkins just to name a few.

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

Make it a complete meal by serving this delicious roasted broccoli with one of the following main dishes:

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!
Air Fryer Kale Chips are the easiest and most delicious Kale Chips! Made in just minutes and super healthy (63 calories per serving), these will be your go-to snack!
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are so easy - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts – perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
This is the best Copycat PF Chang’s Spicy Green Beans recipe and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main dish served over rice!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe !
Garlic Ginger Spinach is the perfect blend of Garlic and Ginger, sautéed with delicious healthy fresh spinach.
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!

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4.89 from 17 votes

Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli

Prep Time

3 mins

Cook Time

7 mins

Total Time

10 mins

Air Fryer Roasted Broccoli is an incredibly easy, fast, and delicious side dish. With only 61 calories per serving this air fryer roasted broccoli will become a staple side dish!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer roasted broccoli

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 61 kcal

Ingredients

4 cups fresh broccoli (about a pound), trimmed
1 TBS olive oil
⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
⅓ cup water

Instructions

Add broccoli to a bowl, then add olive oil, salt and pepper, and toss to coat.
Add ¼ cup of water to the bottom of the air fryer (under the basket in the actual basin). This will prevent it from smoking while cooking.
Add the broccoli to the Air Fryer basket, then close and set to 400 degrees for 7 minutes. Remove and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Makes 4 one cup servings.
Nutrition per serving: 61 calories, 4 grams of fat (healthy fat from olive oil), 6 grams carbohydrates, 2 grams fiber, and 3 grams of protein.

The BEST Valentine's Day Ideas

Published Feb 6, 2019 by Allyson
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Valentine's Day is a great time to show the people in your life that you care! Here are some great Valentine's Day Ideas to make everyone feel special!

With Valentine's Day around the corner, I wanted to find some fun ideas of things to do. I originally published this article in 2013, so I have updated it with some fresh Valentine's Day Ideas as well! From Valentine's Day cookies, to homemade cards and home decor, there is a little bit of everything.

This super cute Valentine's Day Wreath is so easy and gorgeous! I love this idea of taking simple twigs, and sprucing them up with some color. To make this wreath checkout the step by step video on Southern Living.

This next project is a really cute valentine's day idea to do with kids. You need some paint or stamps to press little fingers into, some card stock and a sharpie, and you are good to go. Unfortunately I could only find this imagine, and not the source where it came from.

Pink Ombre Pancakes are the perfect breakfast to wake up to on Valentine's Day morning! You can make these with pancake mix or homemade pancake mix, and then all you need is pink food coloring. I like gel food coloring because it's so vibrant, but you can find the step by step instructions, as well as a how-to video here.

Next up is a great looking door that has been decorated for Valentine's Day by A Little Crafting. I actually made a burlap wreath very similar to this one last Christmas, and it was really easy and cheap! I love the burlap banner too- what a great touch! This is a super easy DIY for Valentine's day!

Valentine's Day Chocolate M&M Popcorn is the PERFECT Valentine's Day treat! It's so delicious and totally easy to make! My kids LOVE making this Valentine's Day Idea with me and they absolutely love it! You only need a few ingredients like candy melts, and you can find the holiday M&M's at the store usually starting the beginning of February.

Looking for some easy Valentine's Day decorations for the inside of your house? Take a look at this super cute banner from The Paper Mama. She is so generous that she is offering this banner as a free printable! Just load up some paper in that bad boy and print! Get some cute ribbon and hang this up!

Whether you have kids or not, this next tutorial on how to make some homemade Valentines is so super cute! Fiskars is giving instructions to make 3 really awesome DIY valentines. This is such a cite Valentine's Day Idea; I love this little monkey!

Hosting a party? These M&M Cookie bars are super easy to make and majorly delicious! I can't wait to make these!

Now, if you are hosting a party, I am sure you need some adult beverages. These Strawberry and Basil Margaritas are perfect for washing down cookies. By letting the Strawberries sit for a few hours in the drink, the margaritas turn a festive shade of pink! Perfect for a romantic cocktail, too!

Another delicious cocktail is this pretty pink Strawberry Coconut Cocktail! It only takes a handful of ingredients and is so delicious!

Moving on from food, these adorable DIY cards are adorable. If you follow my blog, you know that I just love doing any type of hand print art. It's simple for kids to do, and they are so proud of themselves when it's finished. It is also a great keepsake for parents as well. Rosy~Posy gives a great step by step tutorial on how to make these!

For some free and awesome home decor, check out Plum Adorable. She has a ton of free printables and Valentine's Day ideas! I love the subway art, and already have it displayed in my kitchen. Those xoxo blocks look super easy to make too. She has several other ideas and printables for Valentine's Day as well.

I love these Conversation Heart Cookies from Martha Stewart. These would make a great dessert or gift bag favor for those school parties.

Lastly, if you just plan to stay in and snuggle up with your sweetie on Valentine's Day, this Strawberry cake would make the perfect at-home dessert. A person who commented on this recipe said, "Really perfect for Valentine’s. This cake speaks of nothing but love. Okay, perhaps sweetness, and passion and beauty"....it must be great, right!?

If you want more Valentine's Day Ideas, especially food, you need to checkout these 30+ recipe ideas for Valentine's Day!

I also have a GREAT list of a ton of HANDMADE VALENTINE'S DAY CARDS! Check that out HERE!

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Chicken Tortilla Soup (Crock Pot)

Published Feb 4, 2019 by Allyson
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Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is the perfect healthy comfort food. Set it and forget it; this soup is going to become a regular in your dinner rotation!

Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup in the is such an easy, healthy, and classic recipe, that you will definitely want to add it to your regular rotation. My family loves it during the winter because it is super comforting and with a little kick, it really warms you up! Having healthy recipes makes eating healthy much easier, and this Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is just one of the MANY HEALTHY RECIPES on Domestic Superhero!

When I was in college, I worked in a really popular Mexican restaurant, and was so excited to get a serving job there because it was always super busy (big tips!), and the food was amazing! I assumed I would gain at least 10 pounds that summer because of the delicious food, but I ended up losing weight because I spent 12 hours a day on my feet running around! One of their best dishes was easily one of the most simple, their Chicken and Rice Mexican Soup, and I always thought I could make Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla soup easily. The best part about the soup was how the cheese melted in the soup once it was sprinkled on top; it made for every single bite to be cheesy delicious.

Flash forward 5 years later, I wanted to recreate this soup at home! When I developed this Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup, I knew I wanted to keep the flavors in line with the restaurant I used to work for, but I wanted to make it healthier so I could feel good about eating it. When I finally nailed this crock pot chicken tortilla soup, my husband was SO happy, because he loved it just as much as me.

How to make Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup:

**Scroll all the way down for full ingredient list and printable directions**

Using a large slow cooker, add chicken, tomatoes, enchilada sauce, onion, green chilis, and garlic to the pot. Pour in the water and broth and add the spices.
Close the slow cooker and set it on LOW for 6-8 hours, or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
When the time is up, remove the chicken and place on a cutting board (careful, it's hot!), then use 2 forks to shred the chicken. add it back to the soup, then add the corn and cilantro. Cover the pot and cook 15-20 minutes on high.
Spoon crock pot chicken tortilla soup into bowls and garnish with cheese and lime.

Is Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup healthy?

YES! Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla soup is a great meal if you are looking to eat healthy!

It's full of protein (19 grams per serving), low in calories (192), carbs (17 grams), and fat (5 grams)! This is the perfect meal!
Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup has 5 weight watchers points per serving.

Can I double the recipe and freeze it?

YES to both! Crock Pot Chicken tortilla soup can be doubled in the crock pot and then divided to freeze.

Use freezer safe bags to freeze. I divide the soup into 4 cup portions to freeze per bag. Seal and lay flat in the freezer to freeze. Be sure to label with the date and name of the soup.
The chicken tortilla soup will stay good for up to a year frozen.

Eating healthy is so much easier when you have a meal plan in place. Checkout all of my meal plans as well as these other healthy recipes to keep you on track:

Slow Cooker Vegetable Tortilla Soup is the perfect hearty healthy meal. With only 100 calories per cup, it’s low calorie, low carb, and you would NEVER know it!
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, and load them up with your favorite toppings for a healthy meal!
Copycat Taco Bell Mexican Pizzas are the PERFECT dinner recipe! With less than 400 calories, you can feel good about serving this fresh family meal!
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!

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5 from 11 votes

Slow Cooker Chicken Tortilla Soup

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

6 hrs

Total Time

6 hrs 10 mins

Crock Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is the perfect healthy comfort food. Set it and forget it; this soup is going to become a regular in your dinner rotation!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: crock pot chicken tortilla soup

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 192 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts or 1 (15oz) can black beans if making vegetarian
1 14 ounce can fire roasted diced tomatoes
10 ounces enchilada sauce I use hot to give it a kick
1 medium onion chopped
4 ounces chopped green chili peppers I use the canned chilies
2 cloves garlic minced
2 cups of water
16 ounces chicken broth or vegetable broth lower sodium
1 teaspoon cumin (may add more if you want a spicier soup)
1 teaspoon chili powder (may add more if you want a spicier soup)
½ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 bay leaf
1 cup frozen corn
1 TBS cilantro chopped
½ cup part skim shredded mozzarella cheese
lime for garnish

Instructions

In the slow cooker place chicken breasts (or beans), tomatoes, enchilada sauce, onion, green chilies and garlic. Pour in the water and broth, and add the cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and bay leaf.
Cover, and cook on low setting for 6 to 8 hours or on high setting for 4 hours.
Remove chicken from slow cooker and transfer to a cutting board. Using 2 forks, shred the chicken into pieces and then place back into soup; stir. (this step is only needed if making with chicken)
Stir in corn and cilantro; cover and cook for 20 minutes.
To serve, sprinkle 1 TBS (or more if desired) of cheese over the soup. Garnish with a lime and whatever else you desire.

Recipe Notes

**Nutritional information includes cheese and lime garnishes, however does not include any other garnishes such as chips, green onions or avocado.

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Published Jan 31, 2019 by Allyson
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Crispy, cheesy, and majorly delicious; these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!

These crispy Brussels sprouts are going to blow your mind! They are AMAZINGLY delicious, crunchy, cheesy, salty, and soooooo good! They are the best Brussels sprouts I've ever had! Making them in the air fryer took half the time of roasting (recipe here) and was so easy! I highly recommend you try these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts as a side dish during your next meal!

I have tons of healthy dinner ideas to go along with these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts as well! Make sure you try these Air Fryer Zucchini fries, Air Fryer Butternut Squash, Air Fryer Avocado Fries or Air Fryer Asparagus Fries too!

Now, these are NOT your Grandma's Brussels Sprouts. You may think you HATE Brussels sprouts, but trust me, you are WRONG! You need to either roast or Air fry. Brussels sprouts to make them crispy and delicious. Boiled soggy Brussels are no one's friend, and if that is the way you have tried them, you need to try them cooked correctly ASAP.

How to make Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts:

**scroll all the way down for the full printable recipe and ingredient list**

Prep the Brussels sprouts; chop off the little stem at the bottom, then cut them in half.

Using a medium or large bowl, place the halved Brussels sprouts into the bowl, then add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper and toss them around to coat.

Using an Air Fryer, spread the Brussels sprouts into the basket, then close and turn the air fryer to 400 degrees and set to 5 minutes.

While those are cooking, get ¼ cup of bread crumbs and ¼ cut parmesan cheese (I like to use freshly grated, but you can use pre-grated as well, just NOT the sprinkle type of parmesan). Once the timer beeps, open the air fryer and carefully mix the Brussels sprouts around.

Spread them back in an even layer, then sprinkle the breadcrumbs and cheese over the tops. Close the Air fryer. and set for 5 more minutes at 400 degrees.

When the time is up, remove the Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts and serve immediately!

The Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels sprouts come out super crispy, cheesy, seasoned perfectly and majorly delicious!

Are Brussels sprouts healthy or good for me?

**see recipe card for specific recipe nutritional information**

Yes!!! Brussels Sprouts are one of the healthiest foods you can consume, and they have very little calories for the amount of nutrients they provide!

They are one of the better green vegetable sources of protein, and just one serving meets the daily vitamin C and vitamin K requirements. One cup provides:
- 195% of vitamin K, 125% of vitamin C, and 10 percent or more of vitamin A, vitamin B-6, folate, potassium, and manganese
There are many potential health benefits associated with Brussels sprouts, including eye and bone protection.
Many studies have suggested that increasing consumption of Brussels sprouts and similar cruciferous vegetables can decrease the risk of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and overall mortality.
Brussels sprouts should not be overcooked as this reduces nutrient levels.

What type of Air Fryer should I use for Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts?

I suggest using a larger air fryer, and making sure you can spread the Brussels Sprouts in an even layer.

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts make the perfect side dish, or even meal in my case! Taking only TEN minutes to make, they're super quick, easy, and majorly delicious! Serve these alongside a One Skillet Hamburger Casserole, Air Fryer Scallops, Creamy Stuffed Chicken, or Air Fryer Chicken Legs for a balanced meal!

If you like nutritious side dishes, you have to see these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

Asian Glazed Brussels Sprouts - perfect dinner companion! Roasted with a delicious spicy sweet glaze that everyone will love!
Air Fryer Fish
Crock Pot Cranberry Turkey goes perfectly with these sprouts!
Spinach Artichoke Stuffed Mushrooms (Air Fry or Bake)
Air Fryer Avocado Fries are creamy and crunchy without any oily mess! With only a handful of ingredients, these are the perfect healthy snack or appetizer!
Air Fryer Baked Potatoes are so easy - crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside!
This is the best Copycat PF Chang's Spicy Green Beans recipe and perfect as a side dish or vegetarian main dish served over rice!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus Recipe only has a handful of ingredients; Save money and know exactly what's in your food with this recipe !
Garlic Ginger Spinach is the perfect blend of Garlic and Ginger, sautéed with delicious healthy fresh spinach.
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!

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4.4 from 23 votes

Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Prep Time

3 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

13 mins

Crispy, cheesy, and majorly delicious; these Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts are going to be your new go-to side dish. Only a handful of ingredients and only 132 calories per serving!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 132 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Brussels Sprouts, ends trimmed and cut in half
1 TBS extra virgin olive oil
1 TBS balsamic vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Using a medium or large bowl, place the halved Brussels sprouts into the bowl, then add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper and toss to coat.
Using an Air Fryer, spread the Brussels sprouts into the basket, then close and turn the air fryer to 400 degrees and set timer to 5 minutes.
Once the timer beeps, open the air fryer and carefully mix the Brussels sprouts around.
Spread them in an even layer, then sprinkle the breadcrumbs and cheese over the tops (some might fall down into the cracks, that's okay). Close the Air Fryer and set for 5 more minutes at 400 degrees.
When the time is up, remove the Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprouts and serve immediately

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Makes 4 servings.

Nutritional Info per serving: 132 calories, 5 grams fat, 17 grams carbohydrates, 4 grams fiber, 7 grams protein.

Weight watchers: 4 points per serving

Sheet Pan Asian Chicken & Vegetables (One Pan)

Published Jan 28, 2019 by Allyson
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Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and Vegetables only uses one pan and makes a delicious and healthy meal. Great for meal prep and healthy eating!

Making sheet pan meals is such an easy and quick way to have dinner on the table. There are so many options for meals when you make these, and this Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and vegetables is so delicious and healthy! Use whatever vegetables you want with this one, but I like peppers, broccoli, and sugar snap pease, and then serve it however you want as well. I love serving the meal over rice or cauliflower rice, and making extra sauce to drizzle over the top- YUM! I also love these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas as an easy meal! Be sure to checkout all of my ONE POT MEALS, MEAL PLANNING IDEAS, HEALTHY RECIPES! as well.

Like I said, making Sheet Pan Asian Chicken is SO easy!

How to make Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and Vegetables:

**scroll down for full ingredient list and printable directions**

Get all the ingredients together. Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
Chop chicken into bite sized cubes, and vegetables into bite sized pieces and arrange onto a large baking sheet (like this one).
Make the sauce in a small bowl then drizzle over the top and toss to coat.
Place in the oven and cook for 10 minutes, gently toss the vegetables and chicken and place back in oven for 10 more minutes.
Carefully remove and serve as desired.

How to serve Sheet Pan Asian Chicken:

Eat as is! Chicken and vegetables make for a delicious meal!
Make some white or brown rice and serve over rice!
Pack for lunches! Use 3 section containers and pack vegetables, chicken, and rice to heat up for lunch at work!
Serve over cauliflower rice for a lower carb option.
Serve with this delicious Quinoa Fried rice on the side- makes the PERFECT side dish for this Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and vegetables!

Is Asian Chicken and Vegetables Healthy?

Yes, absolutely! Not only is it low calorie, but it fits into the Paleo and Whole30 diets.

This recipe makes four servings and each servings contains 221 calories, 3 grams of fat, 22 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber, and 27 grams of protein.
Not only that, but it packs in more than a whole day's worth of vitamin C, 67% of your daily vitamin A, and 17% of your iron!
According to weight watchers, this recipe has 6 smart points per serving!
Don't forget to factor in whatever you serve the sheet pan asian chicken and vegetables with, because that will also add to the nutritional information.

Can I double or triple the Sheet Pan Asian Chicken recipe for meal prep?

YES! You might have to use a few baking sheets or an extra large baking sheet (like this one) because you shouldn't overcrowd the baking sheets or the food won't cook properly. You can place them into the oven at the same time though!

More healthy recipes you might enjoy:

Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps (one pot) are super easy to make and taste better than the popular PF Chang's version. This healthy recipe packs all the flavor!
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy healthy meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! Great for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or just plain!
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the perfect easy, healthy meal. Less than 30 minutes from start to finish, these are perfect for meal prep or on a busy night!
Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!

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5 from 9 votes

Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and Vegetables

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Sheet Pan Asian Chicken and Vegetables only uses one pan and makes a delicious and healthy meal. Great for meal prep and healthy eating! Only 221 calories!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: asian

Keyword: sheet pan asian chicken

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 221 kcal

Ingredients

1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast, cut into bite sized pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
1 medium yellow bell pepper, seeded and chopped
2 cups sugar snap peas
1 ½ cup broccoli, chopped
1 TBS brown sugar
½ cup low sodium soy sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ teaspoon sriracha, or more to taste
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced (about 1 inch)
green onions, for garnish

Instructions

Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.
In a small bowl add brown sugar, soy sauce, garlic, sriracha, and ginger; mix to combine. Set aside.
Using a large baking sheet, cover with foil or parchment (if desired). Arrange chicken and vegetables on baking sheet. Drizzle sauce over the chicken and vegetables and then toss to coat.
Place in oven and cook for 10 minutes. Remove and toss vegetables and chicken. Place back in oven for 10 more minutes. Remove.
Garnish with green onions and serve as desired.

Recipe Notes

This recipe makes four servings and each servings contains 221 calories, 3 grams of fat, 22 grams carbohydrates, 5 grams of fiber, and 27 grams of protein.
Weight watchers: 6 smart points.

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp (with lightened sauce)

Published Jan 25, 2019 by Allyson
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Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp are a healthier alternative to the typically fried dish! Simple and super delicious, they're the perfect meal!

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp are topped with a healthier version of the classic delicious sweet and spicy Bang Bang Sauce. They're the perfect lightened up appetizer or meal!

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is a healthier take on the popular fried bang bang shrimp recipe! Bang Bang Sauce is such a delicious sauce; sweet and then a punch of spice, it's perfect on pretty much everything! If you haven't made my Bang Bang Chicken (in the instant pot), or my Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls you need to give them a try! I also LOVE these Air Fryer Cajun Shrimp Skewers as a healthy meal!

Do you have an Air Fryer? I am in LOVE with mine because it makes “frying” food healthier! It does a great job crisping food and doesn't use any of the greasy oil! Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp is much healthier than the fried alternative because you don't have to deep fry them. The prep is pretty much the same because you still have to coat the shrimp with flour, egg and then the crumb mixture, but then you just pop them in the air fryer.

How to make Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp:

**scroll all the way down for a full ingredient list and printable directions**

It's very easy, and pretty much uses the same method as frying, but using the air fryer allows the oil to be left out!

Prepare a pound of large shrimp: make sure they are deveined with tails and shells are removed. They should also be defrosted if frozen (follow package directions ). You can also use fresh shrimp.
Setup all of the ingredients: it's easiest to make the air fryer bang bang shrimp in somewhat of an assembly line.

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp are topped with a healthier version of the classic sweet and spicy Bang Bang Sauce; the perfect lightened up appetizer or meal!

Add the shrimp to a plastic bag with the flour and toss to coat. Tap off any excess flour before the next step.
Add a few of the shrimp to the egg wash and toss to coat completely. Add the shrimp to the breadcrumb mixture and press the coating into the shrimp, being sure it sticks. Repeat for all of the shrimp.
- **Don't want to bread the shrimp? Use this basic seasoned Air Fryer Shrimp recipe.

To cook the Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp:
- Place the shrimp into the air fryer, adding only as many as will fit in a single layer. Give a quick spray of olive oil over the tops of the shrimp, then close the air fryer. Set the temperature at 400 degrees and the timer to 5 minutes. When the time is up, carefully flip the shrimp over, spray with olive oil, then close and set again to 400 degrees and set the timer for 3 minutes.
- Remove when the time is up, then repeat until the rest of the shrimp are cooked.

How to make Bang Bang Sauce (lightened up):

Bang bang sauce is a sweet and spicy sauce that tastes great on EVERYTHING! The traditional version is made with full fat mayonnaise, but for this recipe I’ve lightened the sauce up. Since we are using the air fryer, and by doing so, saving a ton of fat and calories by not deep frying, I figured it would be nice to have a healthier sauce as well. The difference is Greek yogurt is used instead of using all mayonnaise! To make: Add all of the sauce ingredients into a bowl or jar (scroll down for amounts), then mix until completely combined. Place in the fridge until ready to use!

How and when to serve Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp:

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp makes a perfect party appetizer! Serve it on a tray (add the sauce right before serving), with small forks or toothpicks on the side! Top with green onions or cilantro!
Bang Bang Shrimp also makes a great meal! Serve it over rice or cauliflower rice as a lower carb option and dig in! Top the shrimp with the sauce (add extra to the rice- YUM), then garnish with green onions and some cabbage slaw!
Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp would be GREAT in Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos! You can find my popular version of the recipe here, just substitute the deep-fried shrimp with the air fryer bang bang shrimp!
Add Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp into a quesadilla for lunch or the another great party appetizer option!

What type of Air Fryer should I use for this recipe?

There are many Air Fryers to choose from, but I love my PowerXL Vortex Air fryer! Here are some other great options:

Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer Oven, 6 Quart: 6-in-1, Broil, Roast, Dehydrate, Bake, Non-stick and Dishwasher-Safe Basket, Stainless Steel
COSORI Air Fryer 5.8QT - Large Hot Electric Oven Oilless Cooker with 8 Quick Setting Recommendation

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Baked avocado fries are creamy, crunchy, and healthy without any oily mess! They’re the perfect health conscious snack, with only a handful of ingredients!
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4.79 from 14 votes

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp (with lightened up sauce)

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

8 mins

Total Time

23 mins

Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp are topped with a healthier version of the classic delicious sweet and spicy Bang Bang Sauce. They’re the perfect lightened up appetizer or meal!

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 226 kcal

Ingredients

1- pound large cooked shrimp peeled, deveined, and tails removed, defrosted
olive oil spray

For the coating:

¼ cup flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup panko
½ cup cornstarch
2 medium eggs
1 TBS water

For the Bang Bang Sauce:

⅓ cup Greek yogurt, (plain, 2% or nonfat)
2 TBS light mayonnaise
2 TBS sriracha
2 TBS sugar
1 TBS rice vinegar

For Garnish:

chopped green onions or chopped cilantro, optional

Instructions

To coat the shrimp:

Setup all of the ingredients; it's easiest to make the air fryer bang bang shrimp in somewhat of an assembly line.
Place flour into a large Ziploc bag. Place eggs and water into a small bowl and beat together. Place cornstarch, panko breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a shallow container and mix well.
Add the shrimp to the plastic bag with the flour and toss to coat. Tap off any excess flour off before the next step.
Add a few shrimp to the egg wash, and toss to coat completely.
Add the shrimp to the breadcrumb mixture, toss and press the coating into the shrimp, being sure it sticks. Repeat for all of the shrimp.
Wash hands with Lava® Soap to remove all of the grime from your hands!

To cook the Air Fryer Bang Bang Shrimp:

Place the shrimp into the air fryer, adding only as many as will fit in a single layer. Give a quick spray of olive oil over the tops of the shrimp, then close the air fryer.
Set the temperature at 400 degrees and the timer to 5 minutes. When the time is up, carefully flip the shrimp over, spray with olive oil, then close and set again to 400 degrees and set the timer for 3 minutes.
Remove when the time is up, then repeat until the rest of the shrimp are cooked.

For the sauce:

In a small bowl, add Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, sugar, sriracha, and rice vinegar. Whisk to combine; place in fridge until ready to serve.

To serve:

Place cooked bang bang shrimp on a tray, then top with bang bang sauce right before serving. Add chopped green onion or chopped cilantro over the top of the bang bang shrimp and enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Nutritional information (calculated from listed ingredients) based off 6 servings: 226 calories, 4 grams of fat, 27 grams carbohydrates, 20 grams protein, 1 gram fiber, 6 grams sugar. Weight Watchers: 6 points per serving

Baked Avocado Fries

Published Jan 21, 2019 by Allyson
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Baked avocado fries are creamy, crunchy, and healthy without any oily mess! They're the perfect health conscious snack, with only a handful of ingredients!

With the Big Game right around the corner, I am always trying to make better-for-you alternatives for snacks. Making these baked avocado fries is easy; they only take a handful of ingredients, cook in 20 minutes, and are ultra-delicious! I love to slather some homemade pimento cheese over these as well!

Want to make these Avocado fries in the AIR FRYER?? Check out the easy Air Fryer Avocado Fries recipe here!

I always head to ALDI for my game day foods and I suggest you do too! Shopping at Aldi makes life easier and more affordable as they offer high-quality food at affordable prices! I was able to pick up all of the ingredients needed for these Baked Avocado Fries at ALDI.

Ingredients for Baked Avocado Fries:

**for a full list scroll down to printable recipe**

fresh avocados, found in the produce section of ALDI.
flour
eggs
panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
seasonings (I like chili powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper)
cilantro and sprinkle parmesan cheese for garnish
olive oil spray
favorite dipping sauce

How to make Baked Avocado Fries:

**scroll down for full ingredients list and printable directions**

Cut the fresh ALDI avocados in half, then remove the pit. Cut into 4-5 thicker slices per half, and use a spoon to scrape the back of the skin to remove the avocado flesh.
Setup an assembly line: shallow bowl with flour, shallow bowl with 1 egg (beaten) + 1 TBS water, shallow bowl with panko breadcrumbs + seasonings, and sliced avocados on a plate.
Dredge the avocado carefully in flour, then dip it into the egg wash covering it completely. Let extra drip off, then toss into panko mixture, pressure mixture against avocado to coat. Repeat for all avocado slices.

Using the Countertop Convection Oven from ALDI (available now for a limited time!), remove the baking sheet and line with foil or parchment paper and spray with olive oil spray. Add the covered avocado fries to the baking sheet, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray. Set oven to 350 degrees, and set timer for 10 minutes. Place the baking tray into the oven. After 10 minutes, flip the baked avocado fries over, then cook 10 more minutes.

Remove and top with chopped cilantro and sprinkle parmesan cheese. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch, Zax Sauce, BIG MAC SAUCE, or Cilantro Lime Dip!

WHY ALDI?

Are you as big of a fan of ALDI as I am!??! I shop there all the time and love their low prices and quality brands.

Did you know that their innovative approach has made them one of the fastest-growing retailers in the U.S. and a favorite among savvy shoppers (*According to annual surveys of U.S. consumers conducted from 2011 to 2017 by Market Force Information®)? It's true! More than 90 percent of their store consists of ALDI-exclusive brands, and they guarantee the quality is as good as or better than name brands.
They guarantee quality on all of their private-label products. If a customer doesn’t like an ALDI-exclusive product, they can bring it back, and ALDI will return their money and replace the product.
- ALDI was the first grocery store to offer all ALDI-exclusive products free of certified synthetic colors, partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) and added MSG.
I know, the stores are designed a little differently, but that is just so they can keep prices low and keep the store working efficiently. They display products right in their boxes, ask customers to deposit a quarter for a shopping cart (and you get the quarter back when you return the cart at the end of your shopping trip) and encourage people to bring reusable grocery bags!

Not only can you find high quality food at ALDI, but you can also find new household products at low prices for a limited time through ALDI Finds. It’s a way ALDI surprises shoppers with trendy products, while they are able to test new items that could become part of their everyday selection. Right now, for a limited time, you can find the same awesome countertop convection oven I used to make these Baked Avocado Fries! I also used the oven to make some of our favorite Kirkwood Buffalo Chicken Wings to serve alongside the Baked Avocado Fries, which you can also find at ALDI.

What are you making for the BIG GAME this year? I highly suggest heading to ALDI to pick up your GAME DAY ingredients and trying out these Baked Avocado Fries!

Want to make these Avocado fries in the AIR FRYER?? Check out the easy Air Fryer Avocado Fries recipe here!

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5 from 12 votes

Baked Avocado Fries

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baked avocado fries

Servings: 4 -5 slice servings (about)

Calories: 212 kcal

Ingredients

2 medium ripe fresh avocados found in the produce section of ALDI.
¼ cup flour
1 medium egg
1 TBS water
½ cup panko breadcrumbs (Japanese breadcrumbs)
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ tsp salt
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
olive oil spray
handful chopped cilantro
1 TBS sprinkle parmesan cheese
dipping sauce

Instructions

Cut the fresh ALDI avocados in half, then remove the pit. Cut into 4-5 thicker slices per half, and use a spoon to scrape the back of the skin to remove the avocado flesh.
Setup an assembly line: place flour in a shallow bowl, add eggs +water to a shallow bowl and beat together, place panko breadcrumbs + seasonings in another shallow bowl, and sliced avocados on a plate.
Dredge the avocado carefully in flour, then dip it into the egg wash covering it completely. Let extra egg wash drip off, then toss into panko mixture, pressure mixture against avocado to coat. Repeat for all avocado slices.
Using the Countertop Convection Oven from ALDI set on bake at 350 degrees, remove the baking sheet and line with foil or parchment paper and spray with olive oil spray. Place the avocado fries on the baking sheet, and lightly spray the tops with olive oil spray. Set timer for 10 minutes. Place the baking tray into the oven. After 10 minutes, flip the baked avocado fries over, then cook 10 more minutes.
Remove and top with chopped cilantro and sprinkle parmesan cheese. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce!

Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas

Published Jan 17, 2019 by Allyson
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Shrimp, sweet & spicy bang bang sauce, cheese, and slaw all grilled between tortillas make these Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas the perfect meal or appetizer!

Bang Bang Sauce is a total staple at my house; it's easy and works well with so many dishes. Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken was the most popular recipe on Domestic Superhero in 2018, everyone LOVES Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls, Shrimp Tacos, Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls, and Bang Bang Tofu is the most popular tofu recipe! Making Bang Bang Shrimp quesadillas is so easy and everyone will love them! These make the perfect lunch, dinner, or appetizer!

As I said, Bang Bang Sauce is a staple in our house. I suggest making a jar and just keeping it in your fridge at all times! Bonefish Grill’s Bang Bang Sauce is popular for a reason, it’s delicious! It’s also VERY easy to make yourself. I’ve used it for Bang Bang Tofu, Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken, and Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls, and they were all majorly tasty!

How to make Bang Bang Sauce:

**full directions and ingredient list below, scroll down**

Take mayonnaise, Sriracha, rice vinegar, and sugar; whisk all of them together in a jar or bowl.
Close the jar and let the sauce meld in the fridge.
I like using a SAUCE BOTTLE for my Bang Bang sauce because then it's easy to squirt on whatever I want it on!

How to use FRIED, BOILED, OR FROZEN Shrimp for Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas:

You have a few options when it comes to the shrimp in this recipe. I have made them all ways, and can honestly say I don't have a preference. I don’t think it makes THAT big of a difference in the recipe, because you get a lot of crunch from the crispy tortillas, so leaving the shrimp boiled is okay in my opinion. However, you can also fry the shrimp before adding them. Alternatively, you can use pre-fried shrimp, and I would just cook them before you use them in the quesadillas so they aren't frozen.

Frying the shrimp:
- use fresh or defrosted shrimp that are peeled, deveined, and patted dry.
- Dredge each shrimp in cornstarch, then add to a pan with hot oil. Fry a few minutes per side, until golden brown then set on a paper towel lined plate. Repeat for all, making sure not to crowd the skillet while cooking.
Boiled shrimp:
- use fresh or defrosted shrimp that are peeled, deveined, and patted dry.
- Add shrimp to boiling water for 2 minutes, remove and set aside on a paper towel lined plate to dry.
Frozen fried shrimp:
- Defrost/cook according to package instructions; set aside.
Air fryer - follow these easy steps to make in the air fryer.

How to Make Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas:

**Scroll all the way down for full printable ingredient list and directions**

Get all the ingredients together – it’s easiest to make these in a sort of assembly line.
Take one tortilla, add cheese, shrimp, slaw, green onions, some sauce (not too much), more cheese, and then the top tortilla.
Cook for a few minutes in a large skillet on each side over MEDIUM heat.
- Don't turn the heat too high because it will burn quicker than the cheese can melt.
Remove from pan, cut into fourths, then top with bang bang sauce and green onions. EAT!

When to serve Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas:

For dinner with a side of steamed or fried rice! Quinoa 'fried rice' is also a popular side dish at our house!
For lunch; Using frozen shrimp can save you tons of time and effort when making these Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas. Serve with a little bowl of roasted red pepper soup or a southwestern salad!
During GAME-DAY! These make the BEST appetizer and everyone will go crazy over them! Using most of the same ingredients you can also make BANG BANG SHRIMP EGG ROLLS to serve alongside these quesadillas!

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Turkey Club Egg Rolls are filled with turkey, bacon, tomato, avocado, cheese, and a special sauce! Ready for a Turkey Club Sandwich taken to the next level- try these!
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Ball is the perfect party appetizer! It’s creamy with a little kick and crunch, and it’s majorly delicious and super easy to make!
Jalapeno Popper Bombs are filled with spicy jalapeños, cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and then baked to golden perfection. They’re the perfect appetizer!
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5 from 12 votes

Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Shrimp, sweet & spicy bang bang sauce, cheese, and slaw all grilled between tortillas make these Bang Bang Shrimp Quesadillas the perfect meal or appetizer!

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: bang bang shrimp quesadillas

Servings: 4 quesadillas

Calories: 659 kcal

Ingredients

For the quesadillas:

8 medium flour tortillas
1 lb small/medium pre-cooked shrimp, shells and tails removed, deveined (can buy already like this), defrosted , or you can use frozen pre-cooked shrimp
1 ¼ cups shredded pepper jack cheese
6 stalks green onions, chopped
2 cups pre-shredded cabbage mix , purple/green cabbage

For the sauce:

1 TBS sriracha
¼ cup mayonnaise
1 TBS rice vinegar
1 TBS sugar

Instructions

For the sauce:

Add all ingredients into a jar/bowl and stir until combined. Cover and place into fridge until ready to use.
If FRYING the shrimp:
Pat defrosted shrimp dry. Toss in cornstarch until covered. Heat oil in a shallow skillet, until hot. Carefully cook shrimp in batches until done-do not overcrowd the skillet- place onto a paper towel lined plate. Cook all.

If BOILING the shrimp:

Using a medium pot, fill about halfway with water, then bring to a boil. Carefully add shrimp and boil for about 2 minutes, stirring while cooking. Drain, set aside on a paper towel lined plate and pat dry.

If using FROZEN Pre-fried shrimp:

Cook shrimp according to package directions, set aside.

To make quesadillas:

Take one tortilla, add a few TBS of cheese, about ⅓ cup shrimp, ½ cup slaw, 1 TBS green onions, some sauce (not too much), more cheese, and then the top tortilla.
Gently heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spray with nonstick spray or lightly coat with oil. Add quesadillas and cook 3-4 minutes on the first side, carefully flip then cook 1-2 minutes on the second side (will cook faster, watch not to burn). Remove from pan.
Repeat for all quesadillas.
Cut quesadillas into fourths, then top with bang bang sauce and green onions. EAT!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Nutrition information calculated using boiled shrimp.

Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup

Published Jan 16, 2019 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup is a delicious, comforting vegetarian Thai recipe which takes less than 10 minutes to cook! Includes tofu or chicken options!

Whenever we go to a Thai restaurant, I have to order the Coconut Soup; It's magically delicious!!! So creamy, yet slightly spicy and sweet, it's amazingly tasty and I crave it all the time. For a long time I thought the authentic Thai flavors were difficult to recreate at home, but I was wrong, it's actually very easy when you have the right ingredients. This Instant Pot Thai Coconut soup only takes 4 minutes to cook in the instant pot (plus the time to come to pressure etc), and turns out fantastic. I like using tofu in my coconut soup, but a lot of people enjoy the soup with chicken, so I will include those instructions below as well. You are going to LOVE this comforting Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup! If you like Thai food, you should also checkout One Pot Thai Noodles, Instant Pot Thai Lettuce Wraps and Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders!

How to make Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup:

**scroll all the way down for printable directions, full ingredient list, and step by step video**

- Using a 6 or 8 quart Instant Pot, heat it up using the sauté function. Add the oil, onions, and peppers and sauté . If you are going to add chicken, this is when you should do it.
  - Add the sliced chicken to the pot with the onion and peppers, and sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the mushrooms, and stir. Add the brown sugar, ginger, curry paste, fish sauce, lite soy sauce and stir some more.
- If you are using TOFU, add it now.
  - Make sure you DRAIN (see below for directions) your tofu before putting it into the pot.
- Add the broth, close the top of the pot, seal the pressure valve, and set on manual/high for 4 minutes.
  - You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (4 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’. With a soup this will take a bit of time since there is a lot of liquid, probably 10-15 minutes. Once it comes to pressure the pot will beep and the time will begin counting down.
- Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5-10 minutes, then flip the valve to release the remaining pressure (careful some liquid may spout out). Remove the top carefully.
- Add lime juice, coconut milk, and sriracha to taste. Stir everything to combine. Serve the soup and garnish with lime wedges, cilantro, or anything else desired. Enjoy!

How to drain tofu:

It's important to drain the tofu before using it. This will allow the tofu to absorb the flavor of whatever you are cooking it with; in this case the Thai coconut flavor. Flavorless tofu is not good tofu, so make sure you don't skip this step if using tofu.

Using firm or extra firm tofu, remove from package and discard the water in the package. Cut the tofu block in half long ways, so you make the block thinner.
Place 1 folded clean dish towel or paper towels down on the counter. Set tofu halves next to each other on top of the towels. Add another 1-2 towels on top of the tofu.
Place a cutting board on top of the towels, then add a lot of weight to the top of the cutting board. I typically use a few cast iron pots or pans.
Let it sit for at least 20 minutes, then remove the weight, towels, and cut the tofu into bite sized cubes.

If you like tofu as much as I do (delicious when cooked correctly) then checkout my popular General Tso's Tofu and Crispy Honey Sesame Tofu recipes!

Is Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup Healthy?

This soup is fairly healthy, however there is a decent amount of saturated fat due to the coconut milk. It contains 7 grams of saturated fat which is about 30% of your daily allowance, so as long as you are mindful of that, it's still pretty healthy. Here is how the nutrition breaks down:

Nutrition info for TOFU: 202 calories, 12g fat, 7g saturated fat, 14g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g sugar, 9g protein
Nutrition info for CHICKEN (no tofu): 215 calories, 10g fat, 6g saturated fat, 13g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g sugar, 17g protein.
Weight Watchers Points: Tofu version contains 8 weight watchers points per serving and the chicken version contains 7 points.
The soup also contains 17% of your daily vitamin A and 62% of your daily vitamin C!

Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup is the perfect meal, so doesn't require any additional side dishes, but if you'd like more options, be sure to try out these delicious Instant Pot Thai Lettuce Wraps, One Pot Spicy Thai Zoodles or Spicy Thai Chicken Tenders! Serving this dish with just some steamed white rice and shelled edamame is a great option as well!

My favorite Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Asian Pork cooks up in just minutes, and is the perfect healthy dinner! Use the juicy meat in lettuce wraps, sliders, or a salad!
Best vegetarian instant pot recipes; From side dishes to main dishes, and a variety of cuisines, there is definitely something for everyone!
Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf: In five minutes you can have a whole bunch of hardboiled eggs which are perfect for egg salad! No peeling or ice bath for this Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf!
Instant Pot Thai Lettuce Wraps (pork or chicken) can be made with pork or chicken in the instant pot or slow cooker! Juicy pork or chicken covered in an easy Thai peanut sauce makes the perfect healthy easy dinner!
Instant Pot Roasted Red Pepper Soup: Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons is the perfect comfort food without any guilt! Make it in the Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or on the stove top!

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4.84 from 24 votes

Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup

Prep Time

5 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

15 mins

Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup is a delicious, comforting vegetarian Thai recipe which takes less than 10 minutes to cook! Includes tofu or chicken options!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Thai

Keyword: Instant Pot Thai Coconut Soup

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 202 kcal

Ingredients

1 TBS sesame oil
1 medium white onion, sliced
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and sliced
8 ounces mushrooms, wiped clean, cut in halves or 4ths if larger
1 TBS brown sugar
1 TBS fresh ginger, about an inch diced
2 TBS Thai red curry paste
1 ½ TBS fish sauce
1 TBS reduced sodium soy sauce
1 block firm or extra firm tofu, drained and cut into bite sized peices
4 cups vegetable or chicken broth
3 TBS lime juice
1 cup unsweetened coconut milk, (found in the Asian area of the grocery store, usually in a can)
sriracha to taste , I typically add 1 tsp
lime wedges for garnish
cilantro for garnish

Instructions

Heat a 6 or 8 quart Instant Pot, using the sauté function. Add oil, onions, and peppers and sauté 2-3 minutes. **If you are going to add chicken, this is when you should do it (see notes below).
Add the mushrooms, and cook for 2 minutes. Add brown sugar, ginger, curry paste, fish sauce, lite soy sauce and stir. Add tofu then broth.
Close the lid, seal the pressure valve, and set on manual/high for 4 minutes.
Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally for 5-10 minutes, then flip the valve to release the remaining pressure (careful some liquid may spout out). Remove the top carefully.
Add lime juice, coconut milk, and sriracha to taste. Stir everything to combine.
Serve the soup and garnish with lime wedges and cilantro. Enjoy!

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

TIP: You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (4 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’. With a soup this will take a bit of time since there is a lot of liquid, probably 10-15 minutes. Once it comes to pressure the pot will beep and the time will begin counting down.

If using CHICKEN:

1lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into ½ inch strips or bit sized cubes.
Add the chicken at the end of step one, with the peppers and onions, and cook. Continue with recipe as written. Omit tofu.

Nutrition info for TOFU: 202 calories, 12g fat, 7g saturated fat, 14g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g sugar, 9g protein.

Nutrition info for CHICKEN (no tofu): 215 calories, 10g fat, 6g saturated fat, 13g carbohydrates, 2g fiber, 7g sugar, 17g protein.

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (with meal prep options)

Published Jan 8, 2019 by Allyson
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the perfect easy, healthy meal. Less than 30 minutes from start to finish, these are perfect for meal prep or on a busy night!

Using one baking sheet pan makes meals so easy! For these Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas all you need is some vegetables, chicken, and seasoning and you are ready to eat! I like to use these for weekly meal planning, and make containers for lunch for my husband and myself. It really helps staying on track with healthy eating. You can make sheet pan chicken fajitas in big batches so you have enough to eat throughout the week for various meals. Be sure to checkout this Sheet Pan Asian Chicken & Vegetables as well as all of my ONE POT MEALS, MEAL PLANNING IDEAS, HEALTHY RECIPES! as well.

Making Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas is EASY!

How to make Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas:

**Scroll down for full ingredient list and printable directions**

Prep all of the vegetables; wash, remove seeds, and chop to desired sizes.
Prep chicken breast; remove any fat/skin, cut into bite-sized cubes.
Add chicken and vegetables to a large baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the top, then add cumin, chili powder, salt, and garlic powder; toss to coat using hands or tongs.
Place the sheet pan chicken fajitas into a preheated oven and cook for 20 minutes.
Remove and toss to disperse juices. Serve with your favorite side dishes!

How to serve Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas:

Serve chicken and vegetables over steamed white or brown rice.
Serve chicken and vegetables with a side of flour or corn tortillas. Top with your favorite toppings like sour cream/greek yogurt, cheese, avocado, or whatever!
To keep the dish low carb, serve over cauliflower rice or in low carb tortillas.
Add more protein by serving with a side of black beans and salsa rice!
Make delicious tortilla soup to serve alongside the sheet pan chicken fajitas!
I like to use these 3 section containers to pack them for lunches and meals on the go!

Are Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas Healthy?

YES! The dish itself is extremely healthy. Not only is it low calorie, but it fits into the KETO, Paleo, and Whole30 diets.

These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas have 231 calories, 6.8 grams fat, 4.9 grams carbohydrate, 1 gram fiber, 1.7 grams sugar, and 36 grams of protein per serving* (8 servings per recipe).
If you are calculating points with weight watchers, this recipe comes to 4 smart points.
**These nutritional facts do NOT include any additional garnishes or things to serve them with (like tortillas, sour cream, etc). You will need to account for that in your own calculations.

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5 from 11 votes

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the perfect easy, healthy meal. Less than 30 minutes from start to finish, these are perfect for meal prep or on a busy night!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: sheet pan chicken fajitas

Servings: 8 servings

Calories: 231 kcal

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
1 red pepper, seeded and sliced
1 yellow pepper, seeded and sliced
1 orange pepper, seeded and sliced
1 large yellow or white onion, peeled, ends cut off, and thinly sliced
1 ½ TBS extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
garnishes such as tortillas, avocado, Greek yogurt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
Spray a large baking sheet with nonstick spray or lightly coat with oil. Add chicken breast cubes, peppers, and onions to the large baking sheet. Drizzle olive oil over the top, then sprinkle spices over the top as well. Toss to coat all vegetables and chicken. Spread back into an even layer.
Place baking sheet into pre-heated oven. Set timer for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, toss a bit, then place back into oven for an additional 10 minutes.
Remove from oven and serve as desired (see above for serving options).

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

8 servings will yield a 4 ounce portion of chicken per serving (think deck of cards).
231 calories, 6.8 grams fat, 4.9 grams carbohydrate, 1 gram fiber, 1.7 grams sugar, and 36 grams of protein per serving* (8 servings per recipe).
Weight Watchers: 4 smart points.

Best Vegetarian Instant Pot Recipes

Published Jan 7, 2019 by Allyson
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These are the best vegetarian instant pot recipes; From side dishes to main dishes, and a variety of cuisines, there is definitely something for everyone!

Instant pot recipes are a life-saver when it comes to busy nights. Having a variety of options is also important so a family doesn't get burnt out on the same food night after night. These are the BEST Vegetarian Instant Pot recipes online! There are side dishes as well as main dishes on this list. They are great for meatless monday or the health conscious cook. Not only is it great to throw some meatless meals into your life for health reasons, but also for your budget! It's a lot more affordable not using meat for every meal. This list of the Best Vegetarian Instant Pot recipes will have you looking forward to more meatless meals!

New to the Instant Pot? Here are some of my top tips:

Do NOT overfill the Instant Pot! This will cause a huge mess when the recipe is done cooking, or even worse, it won't cook at all.
Use a 6 quart or 8 quart Instant Pot. I am not a fan of the smaller 3 quart instant pot, even if you have a small family.
Don't forget that the time to cook the recipe is NOT the total time of the recipe. The pot needs to 'come to pressure', which usually takes about 10 minutes, before the timer will actually start counting down.
Purchase some accessories that will help you utilize the instant pot.
- A rack is going to be great to set stuff on in the pot. It will allow you to cook things like potatoes and eggs, without having them touch the water and get mushy.
- An oven safe bowl is great for when you want to use the pot-in pot method to cook 2 things at once (for example potatoes and eggs for potato salad).
- A springform pan is great for making things like meatloaf and cheesecake. Make sure to get a removable trivet with handles and use it under the pan for easy removal of the pan.

If you aren't into meatless recipes, check out all of my instant pot recipes for more delicious meals! Now lets get to the BEST Vegetarian Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy vegetarian side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!

Palak paneer is a classic vegetarian dish from north India, made with fresh spinach and cheese, seasoned with fresh ginger, garlic and garam masala.

Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat! You're going to LOVE this CRISPY SKIN HACK!!!

Instant Pot Mac & Cheese takes hardly any time to cook, is majorly creamy and delicious, and will become your go-to mac and cheese recipe!

Only a handful of ingredients in this delicious Garlic Hummus. Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this Instant Pot Garlic Hummus recipe!

Instant Pot Salsa Rice is the perfect meal or side dish to your favorite Mexican inspired dinner! Filled with fresh vegetables and only 4 minutes in the Instant Pot and this rice is ready to eat!

Instant Pot Spaghetti Pie uses a whole pound of pasta and will keep your family full for dinner!

Instant Pot Corn on the Cobb is ready to eat in just minutes and is super flavorful! No need to peel the husk; corn on the cob can be cooked directly in the husk and then removed without a mess!

Instant Pot Roasted Red Pepper Soup with Grilled Cheese Croutons is the perfect comfort food without any guilt! Full of fresh peppers, tomatoes, and healthy ingredients, this is an easy soup you can feel good about feeding your family!

Asian Sweet Corn Soup is really DELICIOUS in taste and super EASY to make. It is delicate in texture and mildly flavored with only a few ingredients. The soup is VEGAN and can be made GLUTEN FREE. Instructions for STOVE TOP SWEET CORN SOUP are also given in the recipe

Instant Pot Paleo Cauliflower Mushroom Risotto is so tasty and healthy and takes less than 30 minutes to make!

Instant Pot Refried Beans are homemade with dried beans and no presoaking. It’s a big batch so you can feed a large crowd or freeze for future meals. Naturally gluten-free!

Instant Pot Potato Carrot Medley has flavor to spare and all in under 30 minutes. So simple you can have your favorite vegetables anytime you want.

Instant Pot Taco Pasta makes a quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s sure to be a hit with the entire family!

Instant pot butter chickpea curry recipe has all the butter chicken flavor minus the actual chicken!

Instant Pot Weight Loss Soup is a very easy to make veggie soup that packs lots of nutrients and fiber to keep you full and boost your energy.

For those nights when you need dinner on the table fast this Easy Instant Pot Vegetarian Spaghetti and Meatballs is about the easiest throw together dinner there is!

Instant Pot Hot and Sour Soup is a delightfully easy to make that will warm your soul with Asian flavors. Healthy, nutritious and incredibly delicious.

Chana Masala is hearty and delicious curry is made with chickpeas or garbanzo beans, which are rich in iron, protein and are naturally vegan & gluten-free!

Healthy and flavorful Instant Pot Vegetarian Chili recipe made with a mix of dried beans, vegetables, spices, and a secret ingredient. A healthy, one-pot meatless meal your whole family will love.

Vegetarian Taco Pasta is the best of both worlds. It’s good old hearty pasta dressed up in spicy and zesty taco seasoning.

Paneer Butter Masala/Paneer Makhani is vegetarian variation of Butter Chicken. Start with paneer, Indian cottage cheese, and simmer it in tomato puree, season with toasted and ground garam masala and finished with a touch of heavy cream!

Instant Pot Split Pea Soup is hearty, satisfying and full of bold Moroccan flavors.

Instant Pot Lentil Sloppy Joes are so easy and tasty! Everyone in your family will love this vegetarian twist on a classic fave!

Vegetarian Instant Pot Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes are an easy replacement for starchy regular mashed potatoes

Jackfruit Carnitas can be used for so many things…tacos, taquitos, burrito bowls, burritos, sandwiches, nachos…use your imagination!

Instant Pot black bean soup is a delicious plant-based meal that even the meat-eaters will love!

Hopefully on this list of the best vegetarian instant pot recipes you have found at least ONE recipe you would love to try. I promise you they are delicious, easy, and totally worth trying! Utilize your instant pot and try these vegetarian recipes out today!

If you like the INSTANT POT as much as I do, then checkout ALL of my Instant Pot Recipes HERE!

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Jalapeno Popper Casserole

Published Jan 2, 2019 by Allyson
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With the weather getting cooler, I am always craving comfort foods! This Jalapeno Popper Casserole is full of delicious Egg noodles, chicken, cheese, and jalapeños, then topped with a crunchy topping. This will be a family favorite for years to come!

Jalapeno Popper Casserole is a quick and easy meal that the whole family will love. Although it has jalapeños, I wouldn't characterize this meal as too spicy. If you are sensitive to spice, you can always reduce the amount of jalapeños, which shouldn't affect the overall taste of the casserole much.

How to make Jalapeno Popper Casserole:

*Scroll down for full printable ingredient list and directions**

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Boil 24 oz package of Egg noodles, strain, and set aside.
Make a roux using butter, garlic, jalapeños. Once they come to a boil, add flour, then mix to combine. Add milk and whisk to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and watch the roux thicken up. Add a bit of the cheese, then mix to melt.

In a large bowl, add Reames Frozen Egg Noodles, the roux, chicken, and shredded cheese. Stir to combine.

In a little bowl mix panko bread crumbs, chopped jalapenos, salt, pepper, and cheese.
Add the casserole mixture to an oven safe baking dish or skillet, then sprinkle panko mixture over the top. Cover with foil loosely. Place into preheated oven and cook for 10 minutes.

Remove foil from casserole and switch oven to broil. Broil for 2-4 minutes, watching closely so the breadcrumbs do not burn. Once they are browning, remove from the oven and serve!

It's easy to make Jalapeno Popper Casserole! So yummy and the perfect family meal!

If you like Jalapeno Popper recipes as much as I do, checkout these others from Domestic Superhero:

Jalapeno Popper Bombs are filled with spicy jalapenos, cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and then baked to golden perfection. They’re the perfect appetizer!
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Bread is the perfect blend of spice and creaminess topped with crunchy bacon. This appetizer will not last long at your next party!
Jalapeno Ranch Pull Apart Bread is the cheesiest, most delicious pull-apart bread with a KICK that you will ever try! Makes the perfect appetizer!
Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Black Bean Burgers are deliciously cheesy, spicy hot, and protein packed black bean burgers! Perfect for the meatless grill option!

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5 from 14 votes

Jalapeno Popper Casserole

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

25 mins

Jalapeno Popper Casserole is full of delicious Reames Frozen Egg Noodles, chicken, cheese, and jalapenos, then topped with a crunchy topping! This will be a family favorite for years to come!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: jalapeno popper casserole

Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

24 oz Reames Homestyle Egg Noodles (can be found in the frozen section)

For Roux:

3 TBS butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large jalapeno, seeded and minced
2 TBS flour
1 ½ cups milk
¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese

For casserole:

2 cups shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
½ cup pepperjack cheese, shredded
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

For breadcrumb topping:

1 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 small jalapeno, seeded and diced
2 TBS shredded pepperjack cheese, chopped
oil spray

Instructions

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
Boil Reames Frozen Egg Noodles for 13 minutes, strain, set aside.

For the roux:

In a medium saucepan over medium heat, add butter, garlic, and jalapeños. Once the butter is melted, sauté for 2 minutes. Add flour, mix to combine. Add milk slowly and whisk to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and watch the roux thicken up. Add ¼ cup cheese, mix to melt. Remove from heat, set aside.

For casserole:

In a large bowl, add Reames Frozen Egg Noodles, the roux mixture, chicken, and shredded cheese. Stir to combine.

For topping:

In a little bowl mix panko bread crumbs, chopped jalapeños, salt, pepper, and cheese.

For cooking:

Add the casserole mixture to an oven safe baking dish or skillet, then sprinkle panko mixture over the top. Cover loosely with foil. Place into preheated oven and cook for 10 minutes.
Remove foil and switch oven to broil. Broil for 2-4 minutes, watching closely so the breadcrumbs do not burn. Once they are browning, remove from the oven and serve!

16 {FREE} Printable Gift Tags

Published Dec 19, 2018 by Allyson
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No need to spend extra on holiday gift tags this year; use these FREE Printable Gift tags to label all the presents under the tree!

I seriously LOVE free printables. I love that such talented people make these lovely tags and put them out there for the world to use! For the last few years I haven’t bought any gift tags, and people always compliment the cute and unique tags I’ve used. All you need is a printer (love my Brother InkJet Laser Printer) and card stock paper, and you can print as many as you’d like! I love the variety and how you can select a few different ones, but all tie them together in a central theme. I use double sided tape to attach them to the wrapping paper, or I’ll punch a hole in the top and tie on with some cute twine! Below are 16 adorable FREE printable gift tags that will work on any type of gift!

Be sure to checkout my ideas for DIY SANTA HANDPRINT SALT DOUGH ORNAMENTS, DIY SCRABBLE ORNAMENTS, and CHEAP AND EASY GIFT WRAPPING. Tons of holiday food options on Domestic Superhero too!

These Chalkboard Style Tags are adorable and so popular right now! I especially love the 'Stay Cosy' free printable gift tag! With a couple different options, you can print them from PoppyTalk and then use some black or white twine to tie them to the gifts or double sided tape to attach them to the wrapping paper.

A couple more options of chalkboard tags from How to Nest For less will keep you living the frugal life! That chalkboard reindeer is TOO cute!

These FUNNY & HONEST free printable gift tags will have EVERYONE cracking up this holiday season! There are SIXTEEN different hilarious tags on Lovely Planner that you cannot miss! I love these!

Ugly Sweater free printable gift tags?!?! YES!!!! Sign me up! These would be perfect for a white elephant gift exchange or anytime really!

I've used these Free Holiday Gift Tags from Living Locurto a few times and they are so bright and cheery! They are easy to match with different papers and have a good deal of writing space as well.

I love the idea of using brown craft paper to wrap gifts, and then make them into 'parcels' from Santa! You can find all of these free printable gift tags from More Style Than Cash and help your kids believe that Santa really did deliver these gifts!

Movie fans on your hands?!?! These Free Printable Christmas Movie Quote Tags will have everyone laughing! There is a wide variety of options on The Happy Tulip and you can print them all for free!

I love these basic gift tags from Simple As That Blog. Using a pretty color palate and then two different fonts make these simple gift tags classic and tasteful. Print, punch a hole, then attach and you are done!

This set gives you a whole set of FREE PRINTABLE PACKAGING! Labels of all different shapes and sizes, you will find something to adorn any type of gift in this fun set of free printable gift tags.

Bringing a hostess a bottle of wine or alcohol this holiday season? These 'Cheers to you My Friend' labels are PERFECT! Print, punch a hole, then use some twine to wrap the tag around the bottle. This dresses up the bottle perfectly and you don't even have to worry about wrapping it- GENIUS!

These Feather Holiday Gift tags are so unique! I don't think I've ever seen anything like this even available to buy, so they would be a cute and unexpected tag on a fun gift!

These FUNNY Free Printable Gift Tags from a Girl and Her Glue Gun are SO fun! Definitely fun to use at a white elephant party, family exchange, or work gift exchange! Hilarious!

These free printable gift tags are so class and fun! These look exactly like ones you could purchase at the store, yet print them at home and save some money! Cut these out, then punch a hole in the top and let them dangle from a holiday bag or wrapped gift! I love that snowman!

A couple more Chalkboard Gift Tags, but these seem a little more elegant. Dress them up with gold ribbon and black wrapping paper for a very chic feel!

I love these Merry & Bright free printable gift tags from Our Best Bites because they really are Merry and Bright! The little graphics are different on each one, and they all have a different greeting! I especially love the 'Baked with Love' tag as that would be perfect to attach to some home baked goods that you are using as gifts!

These fun off-white and brown tags are so cute and almost retro-ish! I love the 'Do Not Open Unit' tag and I also love the little Reindeers! These leave a lot of space to write as well, which is always nice!

So many cute and fun FREE PRINTABLE GIFT TAGS here! Which is your favorite? Do you print your own gift tags?

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Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower (Convenient family meal)

Published Nov 14, 2018 by Allyson
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Delicious cauliflower 'rice' with chicken, vegetables, and the perfect sauce! This family meal is ready in a few minutes and makes life so easy!

This post is sponsored by Pinnacle Foods. All comments and opinions are my own.

I know I am not the only one who struggles to get dinner together on busy weeknights. Finding time to cook something nutritious while entertaining my children, cleaning up the house, and getting homework done is nearly impossible! Now that my kids are getting older, we have multiple sports and activities in the evening, and by the time we all get home we are starving! I hate running to the drive through, so I am always looking for convenient, nutritious options. When I heard about Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower, I knew my family would love to try it!

As I mentioned, finding convenient meals that I feel good about feeding my family can be difficult. I love that when I shop at Walmart, I can now find these delicious Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Meals in the freezer section where all of the frozen meals are located. It's so easy to grab these meals and go when I am doing my shopping at Walmart! I love that they are low priced, nutritious, and are available at my local Walmart.

My family absolutely loved the Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower, but there are other varieties as well: Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Garlic Chicken, Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Alfredo Chicken, and Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Sweet & Sour Chicken are also great options. The coolest part about these meals is that ALL the “rice” and “pasta” in these meals are actually made from VEGETABLES! How cool is that?! My kids love that they are eating “pasta,” but little do they know they are actually eating nutritious vegetables! SCORE!

I love that the meals only take 15 minutes to make and only use one skillet! Clean up is a cinch, and I have more time to spend with my family, rather than doing dishes! It's a complete meal so I don't have to worry about making anything else to accompany it! With 1 full cup of vegetables per serving and no artificial preservatives or flavors, I feel good about feeding them to my family!

5 from 7 votes

Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower (Convenient family meal)

Prep Time

1 min

Cook Time

15 mins

Total Time

16 mins

Delicious cauliflower 'rice' with chicken, vegetables, and the perfect sauce! This family meal is ready in a few minutes and makes life so easy!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower

Servings: 3 (1.5 cup) servings

Calories: 120 kcal

Ingredients

1 -21 ounce package 1 -Birds Eye® Veggie Made™ Chicken Fried Riced Cauliflower
1 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

Follow preparation instructions on the back of the packaging. Ready in 15 minutes!

Loaded Breakfast Nachos

Published Nov 9, 2018 by Allyson
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Loaded Breakfast Nachos are the perfect solution for tailgating, game day, or a quick meal. Crunchy tortilla chips are layered with eggs, bacon, and classic nacho toppings for an amazing appetizer!

Loaded Breakfast Nachos are the answer to all early socializing events! Whip these bad boys up for a late morning game-day brunch, tailgating at 10am, or just when you feel like a hearty meal. I've loaded these nachos up with eggs, bacon, black beans, tomatoes, jalapeños, and cheese, and then topped them with creamy avocado, sour cream, salsa, and cilantro. These are the ULTIMATE nachos! Today's post is sponsored by Fresh Cravings Salsa, but all opinions are my own.

My husband is a HUGE college football fan, Go Dawgs (UGA), and we are often up early watching Game-Day with friends and family. I always want to start eating "football" food right away, but sometimes it seems too early. This is where LOADED BREAKFAST NACHOS come in. If you've never tried eggs and bacon on nachos, you are seriously missing out. It is SO GOOD. Making breakfast nachos is so easy, and everyone will be calling you a genius when you serve these. It's one of those meals you see and think, "why didn't I think of that?!?" No worries, you still have time to WOW everyone!

How to make Loaded Breakfast Nachos:

Get all the ingredients together, including Fresh Cravings Salsa, and preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- This also means you should have the eggs scrambled and ready to go, or you need to make them now. Same goes for the bacon - or use pre-cooked bacon.
- I like using triangle or round shaped tortilla chips for nachos, but feel free to use whatever type you prefer.
Spread the chips out on a baking sheet or in a skillet (my favorite way to serve/make nachos). Start layering the toppings. Add some more chips, keep layering. Once the chips are loaded up, pop the baking sheet or skillet into the oven. Cook for about 10 minutes, watching to make sure they aren't burning. Remove from oven.

Top with avocado, sour cream, Fresh Cravings Salsa, and cilantro. Serve the breakfast nachos and DIG IN!

I love using Fresh Cravings Salsa on these loaded breakfast nachos because they use high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, and never cook the salsa (like jared competitors) so the taste stays fresh and chunky! I am obsessed with their Chunky and Restaurant styles, but they have tons of other options as well.

Fresh Cravings Salsa is made in small batches, packed with nutrients, free from NINE major allergens (wheat/gluten, dairy, soy, eggs, shellfish, fish, tree nuts, iodine, and peanuts) are cholesterol free, trans-fat free, vegetarian, low carb, and low calorie all while keeping a bright, savory flavor; it's the best!

You can find their products all over the country, and they are totally budget friendly, it's awesome! Check the store locator to find the closest local grocery store where you can buy them!

More game-day recipes you are SURE to love:

Instant Pot Asian Meatballs are the perfect easy appetizer; done in under 20 minutes! The sweet and slightly spicy sauce will have you hooked year round!
Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls are filled with delicious shrimp, slaw, and the super popular Bang Bang sauce! Perfect game day snack or appetizer!
Bruschetta Baked Brie is loaded with fresh tomatoes and basil on gooey brie; this will be your favorite go-to easy party appetizer!
Buffalo Chicken Loaded Waffle fries are loaded with shredded buffalo chicken, bleu cheese, buffalo sauce, more cheese, and ranch make the most epic fries EVER!
Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this easy homemade hummus recipe!
Jalapeno Popper Bombs are filled with spicy jalapeños, cream cheese, pepper jack cheese, and then baked to golden perfection. They’re the perfect appetizer!
Jalapeno Popper Cheese Bread is the perfect blend of spice and creaminess topped with crunchy bacon. This appetizer will not last long at your next party!
Jalapeno Ranch Loaded Nachos are loaded with fresh ingredients and homemade spicy jalapeno ranch. In less than 20 minutes you have the perfect dish!
Million Layer Dip is filled with tons of fresh vegetables and Mexican inspired flavors. Everyone will go crazy for it at your next fiesta!

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5 from 8 votes

Loaded Breakfast Nachos

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: breakfast nachos

Servings: 4 people

Ingredients

1 bag (11 ounces) tortilla chips
4 eggs, scrambled
1 ½ cups shredded colby jack cheese
15 ounces black beans, drained and rinsed
4 bacon strips (or ⅓ cup pre-cooked bacon), cooked and chopped
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1-2 medium jalapeños, seeded and sliced thinly

For topping:

½ cup Fresh Cravings Salsa, chunky or restaurant style
1 avocado, pitted and sliced
¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1 TBS milk
handful chopped cilantro

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Using a baking sheet or skillet, add tortilla chips and layer with scrambled eggs, beans, bacon, cheese, tomatoes, and jalapeños. Place into oven and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cheese is melted. Carefully remove from oven.
In a small bowl mix sour cream and milk (this will thin it out a bit, optional). Top nachos with Fresh Cravings Salsa, sour cream, avocado, and cilantro. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

Feel free to add or remove ingredients as desired. These breakfast nachos have unlimited options of additional ingredients that would be delicious!

Instant Pot Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes

Published Oct 31, 2018 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes is a set it and forget it family meal! Makes life way easier, and the meatloaf is the moistest you will ever try!

Meatloaf is one of those meals that is so comforting, yet so delicious. Most people toss in whatever they have in the fridge and pantry, but my long time recipe is always a hit with friends, neighbors, and relatives. Using the instant pot makes the most moist and delicious Instant Pot Meatloaf! Another benefit of the instant pot is that you can cook potatoes at the same time! I like to serve 'baked' potatoes with my meatloaf, but mashing them up would be a great option as well!

How to Make Instant Pot Meatloaf and Potatoes:

**Scroll all the way down for full ingredient list and directions**

Add all of the meatloaf ingredients into a large bowl. Mash and completely mix everything together with your hands.
Using a large heavy duty piece of foil, place the meat mixture into the center, and then form into a 'loaf' about 3 inches high.
- Try to make sure it's even from top to bottom around the whole loaf, otherwise it's easy for the meat to dry out.
- Wrap sides of the foil up along the edges loosely to cradle the meat.
Using a large 8qt Instant Pot (you can use the 6 quart, but it's difficult to fit the potatoes and the meatloaf into it), add 2 cups of water to the bottom of the instant pot. Place wire steamer rack, and add 4 small/medium russet potatoes on top. Add a second wire steamer rack (not totally needed, but helps keep the meatloaf flat)*, then place the meatloaf in the foil on top.
- **If you do not have a second wire steamer rack, but arrange the potatoes so that the foil pack/meatloaf can sit on top of the potatoes without falling off.

Close the instant pot, making sure the pressure valve is sealed, then set the pot to MANUAL/HIGH pressure for 35 minutes. Once the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually.
Remove the meatloaf carefully and then the potatoes. Preheat the oven to broiler, and brush the top of the meatloaf with the BBQ sauce and set the foil pack on top of a baking sheet. Place under the broiler for about 5 minutes, carefully watching to make sure it doesn't burn.
Serve in slices with the baked potatoes and top with your favorite toppings! I like Greek yogurt, cheese, and broccoli! YUM!

Tips for Instant Pot Meatloaf and potatoes:

Depending on the thickness of your meatloaf, the time may vary. It is important for the meatloaf to reach 165 degrees internally to be done. If the temperature has not reached 165 degrees, close the instant pot and cook for 3-5 more minutes.
Keep the thickness of the meatloaf even all the way around. Mine was about 3 inches. If it is uneven, the thinner areas will dry out.
Make the instant pot meatloaf the night before and serve the next day. I swear it gets better after a night in the fridge!
Feel free to cut the potatoes in half or quarters before cooking. Then make mashed potatoes when they are done instead of baked potatoes - so easy!

What to serve with the meatloaf and baked potatoes:

My favorite Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Lettuce Wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Make the spicy chicken in just minutes, then load up fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Instant Pot Asian Pork cooks up in just minutes, and is the perfect healthy dinner! Use the juicy meat in lettuce wraps, sliders, or a salad!
Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!
Instant Pot Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Chicken is an easy healthy meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes! Great for tacos, salads, rice bowls, or just plain!
Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!
Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps: Instant Pot Honey Sesame Chicken Lettuce Wraps are a delicious healthy meal that cooks in just 10 minutes! Simple to make, family friendly, and so tasty!
Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf: In five minutes you can have a whole bunch of hardboiled eggs which are perfect for egg salad! No peeling or ice bath for this Instant Pot Hard Boiled Egg Loaf!

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5 from 6 votes

Instant Pot Meatloaf and Potatoes

Instant Pot Meatloaf and Baked Potatoes is a set it and forget it family meal! Makes life way easier, and the meatloaf is the moistest you will ever try!

Servings: 6

Ingredients

For meatloaf mixture:

1 lb ground beef
½ pound ground pork sausage
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 medium onion, finely diced
1 green pepper, top cut off and seeded, finely diced
½ cup breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon thyme
¼ cup BBQ sauce
¼ cup milk
1 TBS Worcestershire sauce
2 medium eggs

For Potatoes:

3-4 medium russet potatoes, with holes poked in them

For topping:

¼ cup BBQ

Instructions

Add all of the meatloaf ingredients into a large bowl. **I like to use my food processor to chop the onion, celery, and green pepper**Mash and completely mix everything together with your hands. **If the mixture seems too wet and sticky, add a bit more breadcrumbs. You want it damp, but not soaking wet.
Using a large heavy duty piece of foil, place the meat mixture into the center, and then form into a ‘loaf’ about 3 inches high. Try to make sure it’s even from top to bottom around the whole loaf, otherwise it’s easy for the meat to dry out. Wrap sides of the foil up along the edges loosely to cradle the meat.
Using a large 8qt Instant Pot (you can use the 6 quart, but it’s difficult to fit the potatoes and the meatloaf into it), add 2 cups of water to the bottom of the instant pot. Place wire steamer rack, and add 4 small/medium russet potatoes on top. Add a second wire steamer rack (not totally needed, but helps keep the meatloaf flat)*, then place the meatloaf in the foil on top. **If you do not have a second wire steamer rack, but arrange the potatoes so that the foil pack/meatloaf can sit on top of the potatoes without falling off.
Close the instant pot, making sure the pressure valve is sealed, then set the pot to MANUAL/HIGH pressure for 35 minutes. Once the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 5 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually.
Remove the meatloaf carefully and then the potatoes.
Preheat the oven to broiler, and brush the top of the meatloaf with the BBQ sauce (¼ cup) and set the foil pack on top of a baking sheet. Place under the broiler for about 5 minutes, carefully watching to make sure it doesn’t burn. Remove and allow to cool for 5 minutes.
Serve in slices with the baked potatoes. Top potatoes with your favorite toppings!

Instant Pot Chicken (all purpose shredded chicken)

Published Oct 17, 2018 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Chicken is the easiest, quickest, and smartest way to prepare shredded chicken. Use the chicken for weekly meal prep or freeze for future use!

Having shredded chicken on hand can be a life saver during the week. Using the instant pot makes is a smart way to prep shredded chicken because it's quick and easy! Keeping shredded chicken in the fridge for quick salads, tacos, or whatever is a great way to stick to healthy eating. Freezing all purpose shredded chicken can be great as well - pull it out of the freezer in the morning, and it's ready to go by dinner time.

This Instant Pot Chicken is essential and will make your life so much easier! Use it with some of my favorite recipes such as Buffalo Chicken Lettuce wraps, Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad (Chicken Salad Chick Copycat Recipe), or Bang Bang Chicken rice bowls!

Making Instant Pot Chicken is so easy! Feel free to use a 3 quart, 6 quart, or 8 quart Instant pot for this recipe. Cooking directions will not change, however the amount of chicken should be considered when using a smaller or larger instant pot.

How to make Instant Pot Chicken from fresh chicken breast:

Add 1 cup of chicken stock or water to the instant pot. Add 2 pounds of fresh, not frozen, chicken breast to the instant pot. Season with some salt and pepper.
Close the top of the instant pot and place pressure valve to the sealed position.
Set the instant pot on manual/high pressure, then set for 7 minutes (if the chicken breasts are HUGE add 1 more minute).
- The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to 'come to pressure' at which point the time will start counting down.
Once the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally (do not flip the pressure valve) for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, release the rest of the pressure, then remove the instant pot chicken carefully.

How to make Instant Pot Chicken from frozen chicken breast:

Add 1 cup of chicken stock or water to the instant pot. Add 1 pound of frozen chicken breast to the instant pot.
- Make sure the breasts are separated, and not frozen together. It will be difficult to cook evenly if they are all stuck together. Season with some salt and pepper.
Close the top of the instant pot and place pressure valve to the sealed position.
Set the instant pot on manual/high pressure, then set for 12 minutes (if the chicken breasts are HUGE, add one more minute).
- The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to 'come to pressure' at which point the time will start counting down.
Once the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally (do not flip the pressure valve) for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, release the rest of the pressure, then remove the instant pot chicken carefully.

How to shred cooked instant pot chicken breasts:

There are several great ways to shred cooked chicken breast! Here are my favorite ways:

Use a stand mixer such as KitchenAid's stand mixer. Place cooked instant pot chicken breasts into the mixing bowl with the paddle attachment in place. Turn on low and watch the paddle shred the chicken with NO effort on your part!
Use a hand mixer to shred the chicken. Place the chicken into a plastic or glass bowl, then use a hand mixer on medium/low speed and place into the chicken. The mixer will shred the chicken while you hold it!
The old fashioned way, shred the chicken breasts using two forks! This is my go-to way to shred a small amount of chicken because it doesn't really get much else dirty. If you have a lot of chicken though, I suggest using one of the methods above.

How to Freeze Shredded Chicken:

Place portions into freezer safe bags (I like 2-3 cups in each bag), press out extra air, then seal. Spread the chicken throughout the bag, then lay it flat in the freezer.
Label bag with portion size and date. Chicken will stay good in the freezer for up to a year.
To defrost: Remove from freezer the night before you need to use it, or the morning before you need to use it.

How to use shredded chicken breast (recipes):

Tons of recipes utilize pre-cooked shredded chicken; Here are my favorites:

Buffalo Chicken Lettuce wraps are the perfect healthy chicken recipe! Load the spicy chicken up in fresh lettuce wraps with your favorite toppings!
Over 28 Instant Pot Chicken recipes are on this one article! So many tasty recipes!
With only a handful of ingredients, Buffalo Chicken Tacos are the perfect easy meal! Healthy and delicious, this will be a dinner staple!
This Asian Salad or asian slaw is super crunchy and majorly delicious! With a homemade Asian Dressing, this will be a favorite quick salad!
Air Fryer Chicken Taquitos are an easy crispy snack or meal!
Buffalo Waffle fries are loaded with shredded buffalo chicken, bleu cheese, buffalo sauce, more cheese, and ranch make the most epic fries EVER!
Low carb Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Mini Peppers are made in the air fryer or oven! They are the perfect game-day appetizer or snack!
Fancy Nancy Chicken Salad (Chicken Salad Chick Copycat Recipe)
Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want!
BBQ Chicken & Pineapple Grilled Cheese is the perfect ooey-gooey Hawaiian style grilled cheese sandwich.
A low carb keto chicken crust pizza recipe with just 4 ingredients! Top it with creamy Alfredo sauce, spinach, onions and mozzarella for a delicious and simple low carb dinner.
Buffalo Chicken Dip is the perfect game-day recipe and easy made in the instant pot!
Creamy Jalapeño Chicken Enchiladas are cheesy, flavorful, and smothered in copycat Chuy’s Creamy Jalapeño Dip for a dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite!
White Chicken Chili is great for using up leftover chicken and is a filling comfort food with a creamy base!
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake is a delicious casserole recipe the whole family will love. Made with a lighter homemade Alfredo Sauce.
Buffalo Chicken Pizza is packed with that fantastic buffalo flavor that we all know and love! This cheesy pizza is a guaranteed family favorite!
Greek chicken stuffed zucchini boats get a Mediterranean flair with the addition of tomatoes, olives, feta, and oregano. Enjoy as a low carb dinner recipe or pair it with rice or pasta and you have a wholesome meal!
Chicken Pear Sweet Potato Farro Salad is a healthy and delicious salad!
Chicken Enchilada Mac and Cheese is ready in 30 minutes and packed with flavor! The perfect weeknight dinner recipe!
Creamy chicken casserole is made with cheese sauce, pasta, chicken, broccoli and bacon. Kid-friendly and perfect for a weeknight meal!
Chicken Noodle Casserole are a great way to have comfort food fast.

If you like the INSTANT POT as much as I do, then checkout ALL of my Instant Pot Recipes HERE!

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5 from 9 votes

Instant Pot Chicken -All purpose shredded chicken from fresh or frozen

Prep Time

3 mins

Cook Time

7 mins

natural release

5 mins

Total Time

10 mins

Instant Pot Chicken is the easiest, quickest, and smartest way to prepare shredded chicken. Use the chicken for weekly meal prep or freeze for future use!

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot chicken

Servings: 8 -4 ounce servings

Calories: 187 kcal

Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, fresh or frozen
1 cup chicken stock
pinch salt
pinch black pepper

Instructions

For fresh breasts:

Add 1 cup of chicken stock or water to the instant pot. Add 2lbs of fresh, not frozen, chicken breast to the instant pot. Season with some salt and pepper.
Close the top of the instant pot and place pressure valve to the sealed position. Set the instant pot on manual/high pressure, then set for 7 minutes (if the chicken breasts are HUGE add 1 more minute). **The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to 'come to pressure' at which point the time will start counting down.**
Once the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally (do not flip the pressure valve) for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, release the rest of the pressure, then remove the chicken carefully and shred (see suggestions above).

For frozen breasts:

Add 1 cup of chicken stock or water to the instant pot. Add 2lbs of frozen chicken breast to the instant pot. **Make sure the breasts are separated, and not frozen together. It will be difficult to cook evenly if they are all stuck together.** Season with some salt and pepper.
Close the top of the instant pot and place pressure valve to the sealed position. Set the instant pot on manual/high pressure, then set for 12 minutes (if the chicken breasts are HUGE, add one more minute). **The pot will take about 5-10 minutes to 'come to pressure' at which point the time will start counting down.**
Once the time is up, allow the pressure to release naturally (do not flip the pressure valve) for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, release the rest of the pressure, then remove the chicken carefully and shred (see suggestions above).

Recipe Notes

**For super large chicken breasts add about 1 more minute. Chicken breasts should reach 165 degrees to be considered done. If the chicken has not reached this temperature, you can close and add 1 more minute to the instant pot.

**Feel free to add more or less chicken. You can add more chicken and you shouldn't have to increase the cooking time.

Copycat Zax Sauce Recipe (Zaxby's Sauce)

Published Oct 15, 2018 by Allyson
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This signature Zaxby's Sauce is perfect dip for chicken or french fries . With only a handful of ingredients, it's super easy to make and majorly addicting!

Zaxby's sauce is extremely popular in the South, as Zaxby's is everywhere. I had never heard of Zaxby's until I moved to Georgia, because they didn't have any locations in any of the other places I've lived. Once you try it, you will never go back to other sauces - it's delicious on EVERYTHING!

I originally posted this recipe in 2013 (wow 5 years ago!), but am updating it now (Oct. 2018) with some more valuable information. With nearly 1 million pins on Pinterest, this Copycat Zaby's Sauce is a sure-fire hit recipe!

Serve Zax Sauce with Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries, Air Fryer Homemade French Fries, Air Fryer Fish, Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, or Air Fryer Tater Tots!

How to make Copycat Zaxby's Sauce:

**Scroll down for full ingredient list and directions**

Mix together ketchup, mayonnaise, and garlic powder. Add Worcestershire sauce and continue to mix. Add a layer of black pepper to the top of the sauce (about 1 tsp) and mix again. Repeat the black pepper and mix again.
Place the Zaxby's sauce into the fridge and allow to meld for at least 2 hours.

What is Zaxby's Sauce?

Zaxby's sauce is a creamy blend of zesty spices whose tangy taste was custom-made for Zaxby's delicious Chicken Fingerz. Come to find out the sauce is great with fries as well.
Also know as Fry Sauce in Utah, sometimes called Pink Sauce, and also resembling Raising Canes Sauce from a Baton Rouge chain called Raising Canes, these versions are practically the same, just a different name.

How to store Zaxby's sauce, and how long it lasts:

Store Zaxby's sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
The sauce should last at least 2 weeks, but up to a month in the fridge- doubtful it ill last that long though!

More amazing sauces you might like:

Chiptole Ranch is a spiced up ranch that is perfect on chicken, fries, salads, wraps, or whatever! It's great and so easy to make!
Big Mac Sauce is perfect on burgers, fries, and salads! With just a handful of basic ingredients, it's simple and delicious!
In-n-Out Sauce is famous on their burgers and to dip fries into! Now you can make it at home with this perfect copycat in-n-out sauce recipe!
Copycat Outback Bloom sauce is the Outback Steakhouse staple that goes with the bloomin' onion. Try it with chicken, salad, on wraps, or with a burger!
Creamy Jalapeno Ranch is perfect on salads, nachos, or whatever! This spicy ranch is a staple!
Homemade Sweet Chili Sauce is the perfect Asian staple! Use this for egg rolls or any delicious Asian meal!
Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce

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5 from 21 votes

Copycat Zax Sauce

Prep Time

5 mins

Total Time

5 mins

This signature Zaxby's Sauce is perfect dip for chicken or french fries . With only a handful of ingredients, it's super easy to make and majorly addicting!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: zaxbys sauce

Servings: 5 servings

Calories: 162 kcal

Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup ketchup
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, and garlic powder. Add Worcestershire sauce and mix well. Cover the surface of sauce with lots of black pepper until just coated, mix. Repeat process covering surface with black pepper (about 1 teaspoon total) and stir until mixed.
Refrigerate for at least two hours prior to use to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve with chicken fingers or fries!

Recipe Notes

Originally published in 2013 - this post has been updated as of Oct. 2018.

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas (Grilled)

Published Oct 8, 2018 by Allyson
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Classic buffalo chicken flavors mixed together and grilled between two crunchy tortillas makes the perfect Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas.

If you follow Domestic Superhero then you know that I am obsessed with all things buffalo chicken. I mean, how can you not be?! Homemade Buffalo sauce is essentially delicious on ANYTHING, so I pretty much can guarantee that if you add it to a dish, the dish will turn out super tasty! Using the classic flavors of a buffalo chicken wing, I paired them together and made these amazingly tasty Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas.

I love using a grill to make these buffalo chicken quesadillas, but you can always use a grill pan as well. There're only a handful of ingredients, but the cheeses, carrots, celery, and sauce really make these Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas POP!

Buffalo Chicken is such a versatile dish! I've already shared some of my favorite buffalo style recipes such as the Buffalo Chicken Salad, Buffalo Chicken Sandwich, Air Fryer Buffalo Wings (fast & easy), Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip, and even Air Fryer Buffalo Cauliflower Bites (No Oil)!

How to make Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas:

**Scroll down for full directions and ingredients**

Get all the ingredients together; chicken, cheeses, celery, sauce, carrots, spices, and tortillas (scroll down for amounts).
Grill the chicken until cooked all the way through. Then add to a bowl with the celery, carrots, buffalo sauce, spices, and some of the cheese - then mix it all together.
- Using 3 chicken breasts allowed me to make 3 massive buffalo chicken quesadillas, so you could probably even spread it to 4 whole quesadillas if you use less filling in each one.

Add the filling to a large flour tortilla, and then brush the sides that will be grilled with a little oil.
Pop these back on the grill in order to melt the cheese! Flip them over after a few minutes and then serve them!
- I like to close the grill to make the cheese melt more quickly, but be careful not to burn the quesadillas.
Top with ranch (Jalapeno ranch for the win), more buffalo sauce, or blue cheese dressing and chives (or more buffalo sauce if you like it HOT) and then devour!

I love grilling! Here are some other recipes that are great on the grill!

Jalapeno Ranch Black Bean Loaded Nachos are loaded with fresh ingredients and homemade spicy jalapeno ranch. In less than 20 minutes you have the perfect dish!
Turkey Cranberry Grilled Cheese is the ULTIMATE Thanksgiving leftovers meal! Turkey, cranberry sauce, and two cheeses are combined for this tasty sandwich!
Grilled Sausage Foil Packs are loaded with delicious Yuengling infused sausage, red potatoes, mini corn cobs, and onions! Perfect for a quick easy dinner!
Apple Grilled Cheese is perfect for fall! Smokey gouda cheese melted between tart granny smith apples is savory and delicious!
Best Grilling Recipes for summer compiled!

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5 from 7 votes

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesdaillas

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

Total Time

30 mins

Classic buffalo chicken flavors mixed together and grilled between two crunchy tortillas makes the perfect Grilled Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas.

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Keyword: buffalo chicken quesadilla

Servings: 3 quesadillas

Ingredients

3 chicken breasts
dash salt
dash pepper
⅓ cup buffalo wing sauce (recipe in notes)
⅓ cup bleu cheese crumbles
¾ cup colby jack cheese, shredded
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, peeled and diced
3-4 large flour tortillas
olive oil

For garnish

ranch dressing
parsley, chopped
2 green onions, chopped

Instructions

Heat the grill on medium/high. Spray grill top with nonstick spray or brush with oil.
Sprinkle salt and pepper on the tops and bottoms of your chicken breasts. Place on grill and close. Cook 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through (times will vary depending on heat level). Remove. Using a fork and knife, chop chicken into bite sized pieces.
In a large bowl, combine chicken, buffalo sauce, celery, carrots, colby jack cheese, and bleu cheese crumbles.
With tortillas open, add mixture to half the tortilla spreading in an even layer. Fold the other half over the top and lightly press down to secure. Repeat for all tortillas. Brush olive oil over one side, and place that side DOWN on the grill. Brush the top side once set on the grill. Repeat for all. Cook 2-3 minutes per side*, or until lightly crisped and cheese is melted. Watch carefully so avoid burning. Remove and set aside.
Cut quesadillas in half. Serve topped with parsley, green onions, and ranch. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

*I prefer to close the grill top to cook the inside of the quesadilla faster, however it will cook quickly so keep a close eye on it to prevent burning.

Don't like bleu cheese? Leave it off!

Buffalo Sauce Recipe HERE.

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes (with crispy skin hack)

Published Oct 7, 2018 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, and load them up with your favorite toppings for a healthy meal!

With the trusty Instant Pot, making sweet potatoes has NEVER been easier! Simply load the cleaned sweet potatoes into the instant pot, then set the timer and forget about it! The sweet potatoes are done in a fraction of the time traditional baking takes, and they are incredibly creamy and delicious! Like crispy skins on your sweet potatoes? Pop them under the broiler for a few minutes and voila - crispy Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes!

I've made potatoes millions of times, but trust me when I say using the Instant Pot is the easiest method! Eat these Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes for dinner, or serve them alongside side a main dish such as Bang Bang Chicken, Roasted Red Pepper Soup, or Chicken Noodle soup! You can also use the instant pot sweet potatoes to make a delicious Southwestern Stuffed Sweet Potato, which is the PERFECT dinner!

How to make Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes:

**Scroll all the way down for full directions**

Use medium sized sweet potatoes for Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes. The cooking time will depend on how big the sweet potatoes are, so try to get sweet potatoes that are all about the same size.
Clean the sweet potatoes! Make sure you scrub the dirt off the skins of the potatoes before cooking. Stab some holes in the potatoes with a fork.
Add a cup of water to the bottom of the Ins tant Pot. Place the steamer rack or trivet into the bottom of the pot – you do not want the potatoes touching the water or they’ll get soggy. You can add as many potatoes as you want!
Set the pressure to high/manual, and cook for 20 minutes (time will vary based off size) for medium sized potatoes.
- You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (20 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’.
Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally (don’t flip the valve) for 7 minutes. Then release the rest of the pressure.
Optional: If you want crispy skins on your sweet potatoes, place them on a baking sheet and spray lightly with oil and sprinkle some salt on the skins. Place under the oven broiler for 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye on them so they don’t burn. I love broiling them because I love eating the crispy skins!
Serve with toppings or plain! I love using a bit of brown sugar, butter, and maple syrup - it's like dessert!

Are baked sweet potatoes healthy?

YES! Sweet potatoes are super healthy, but you have to be careful about what you add to the top of the potatoes!

Sweet potatoes are a rich source of fiber, which is great for digestion, as well as contain tons of vitamins and minerals including iron, calcium, selenium, and they're a good source of most of our B vitamins and vitamin C.
One of the key nutritional benefit of sweet potatoes is that they're high in an antioxidant called beta-carotene, which converts to vitamin A once consumed.
- Vitamin A is linked to anti-aging benefits, cancer prevention and the maintenance of good eyesight, according to the National Institutes of Health.
While they do have a lot of carbs (about 23g for a medium/small potato), the health benefits definitely outshine the higher carb count.
A medium instant pot sweet potato contains about 100 calories. This doesn’t count any toppings!

How to serve Sweet Potatoes:

There are tons of options when it comes to serving sweet potatoes. I mix it up between healthier options, and then sometimes splurge a little.

Add a bit of brown sugar, butter, and maple syrup to the top of a sweet potato for a dessert-like treat.
Whip up a Southwestern Stuffed Sweet Potato for the ultimate healthy meal.
Use the sweet potatoes in some delicious vegetarian tacos.
BBQ Pork Stuffed Sweet Potatoes:Combine 1 cup pulled pork, chicken, or beef with 3-4 tablespoon of your favorite barbecue sauce. Add more sauce as desired, and top with jalapeños, pepperoncinis, fresh cilantro, or chives.
Italian stuffed sweet potatoes are covered in delicious marinara and cheese! YUM!

Love the Instant Pot as much as I do? Checkout these awesome recipes!

Instant Pot Roasted Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients and is so delicious! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Pumpkin Puree from scratch using the Instant Pot is so easy! Use homemade pumpkin puree in all your favorite fall recipes!
Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want!
Instant Pot Salsa Rice is the perfect meal or side dish to your favorite Mexican inspired dinner! Filled with fresh vegetables and only 4 minutes in the Instant Pot and this rice is ready to eat!
Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that comes together in no time! Not only is it amazingly easy, but it’s the best cheesecake EVER!
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese takes hardly any time to cook, is majorly creamy and delicious, and will become your go-to mac and cheese recipe!
Instant Pot Corn on the Cob is ready to eat in just minutes and is super flavorful! No need to peel the husk; corn on the cob can be cooked directly in the husk and then removed without a mess!

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5 from 8 votes

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes

Prep Time

2 mins

Cook Time

20 mins

natural release

7 mins

Total Time

22 mins

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, and load them up with your favorite toppings for a healthy meal!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot sweet potatoes

Servings: 4 potatoes

Calories: 100 kcal

Ingredients

4 medium sweet potatoes, or more (number of potatoes doesn't matter/effect cooking time)
1 cup water

For crispy skins, optional:

olive oil
salt

Instructions

Clean the sweet potatoes, removing any dirt from the skin. Poke each potato about 5 times with a fork.
Add 1 cup of water to the instant pot. Place steamer rack on the bottom of the pot. Add potatoes on top of the rack. Close the lid and seal the valve on the lid. Set pot on manual/high pressure, then set time for 20 minutes**. When time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release (do not flip the valve) for 7 minutes. When time is up, release the rest of the pressure by flipping the valve. Carefully open and remove sweet potatoes. Serve as is, or see next step* to crisp skins (optional)

To crisp skins:

Set oven on broil setting. Place potatoes on a baking sheet, and lightly spray with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place in oven. Cook about 3-5 minutes, or until skin has desired crispness. Carefully remove, and serve with desired toppings.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Sweet Potato cooking time will vary depending on size. Try to find potatoes that are all around the same size (6 ounces/medium). If potatoes are larger, add a few more minutes to cooking time. If potatoes are smaller, reduce time a few minutes.

Instant Pot Baked Potatoes (with Crispy Skins!!)

Published Oct 3, 2018 by Allyson
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Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!

Making baked potatoes has never been easier! The Instant Pot is such a dream machine, that you can pretty much make anything in just a fraction of the time. These Instant Pot Baked Potatoes were creamier in that any potatoes I've even made in the oven or microwave, and just were so delicious! Pop them under the broiler for a few minutes when they are done, and you even have traditional crispy skin without any of the hassle of baking! Serve these potatoes with delicious Crispy Coconut Chicken Strips, Air Fryer Scallops, Easy Meatball Sliders, or Walnut Honey Chicken Strips! Like Sweet Potatoes better? Find the INSTANT POT SWEET POTATO DIRECTIONS HERE! How about Loaded Mashed Potatoes as well!

Don’t have an Instant Pot? You need to buy one now!! They are life changing because they save so much time and effort!!! I recommend the 6 quart Instant Pot if you have 2-4 people in your family, but if you have more than 4 people, I’d recommend the 8 quart Instant Pot. You can make typical slow cooker recipes in a fraction of the time and so many staples in no time!

How to make Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

**Scroll down for full printable directions**

You want to use medium sized russet potatoes for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes. The cooking time will depend on how big the potatoes are, so try to get potatoes all about the same size.
Clean your potatoes! Make sure you scrub the dirt off the skins of the potatoes before cooking. Stab some holes in the potatoes with a fork.
Add a cup of water to the bottom of the Ins tant Pot. Place the steamer rack in the bottom of the pot - you do not want the potatoes touching the water or they'll get soggy. You can add as many potatoes as you want!

Set the pressure to high/manual, and cook for 13 minutes (time will vary based off size) for medium sized potatoes.
- You should remember when using the Instant Pot, that the time it takes to cook the recipe (13 mins), is not the total time of the recipe. You need to give the pot some time to ‘come to pressure’.
Once the time is up, let the pressure release naturally (don't flip the valve) for 7 minutes. Then release the rest of the pressure.
Optional: If you want crispy skins on your potatoes, place them on a baking sheet and spray lightly with oil and sprinkle some salt on the skins. Place under the oven broiler for 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye on them so they don't burn. I love broiling them because I love eating the crispy skins!

Serve the Instant Pot Baked Potatoes with your favorite toppings such as butter, chives, salt, pepper, sour cream, and cheese!

Are baked potatoes healthy?

YES! Potatoes are super healthy, but you have to be careful about what you add to the top of the potatoes!

Potatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C, a good source of potassium (more than a banana!), a good source of vitamin B6, and fat, sodium, and cholesterol-free!
While they do have a lot of carbs (about 26g for a medium/small potato), they are great for energy!
A small/medium instant pot baked potato contains about 165 calories. This doesn't count any toppings!
Sweet Potatoes are also SUPER healthy! Checkout how to make them in the Instant Pot HERE!

Toppings for Instant Pot Baked Potatoes:

There are tons of ways to top a baked potato! Lots of healthy options as well as indulgent options! Here are some ideas:

Top the baked potato with buffalo cheese sauce and broccoli for the Ultimate Buffalo Broccoli Cheese Stuffed Baked potato!
Make a delicious Indian inspired baked potato with these Samosa Stuffed Baked Potatoes.
Top with traditional butter, salt, pepper, chives, and sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a healthier option).
Top with broccoli and shredded cheddar cheese.
Top with avocado, crispy bacon, and cheddar cheese.
Make homemade basil pesto (or store bought) and add to the top of the potato along with some parmesan cheese.

More of my FAVORITE Instant Pot Recipes:

Instant Pot Sweet Potatoes are the perfect easy side dish! Save time using the Instant Pot, then load them up with delicious toppings for a healthy meal! This CRISPY SKIN HACK is AWESOME!!
Instant Pot Loaded Mashed Potatoes are full of cheese, bacon, and green onions! Ultra creamy and delicious, these are the best loaded mashed potatoes!
Instant Pot Roasted Garlic Hummus has only a handful of ingredients and is so delicious! Save money and know exactly what’s in your food with this recipe!
Pumpkin Puree from scratch using the Instant Pot is so easy! Use homemade pumpkin puree in all your favorite fall recipes!
Instant Pot Bang Bang Chicken comes together in minutes and is so delicious! The classic spicy sauce is perfect on shredded chicken which can be used in rice bowls, salads, wraps, or however you want!
Instant Pot Salsa Rice is the perfect meal or side dish to your favorite Mexican inspired dinner! Filled with fresh vegetables and only 4 minutes in the Instant Pot and this rice is ready to eat!
Instant Pot Peanut Butter Cheesecake is a stunning dessert that comes together in no time! Not only is it amazingly easy, but it’s the best cheesecake EVER!
Instant Pot Mac and Cheese takes hardly any time to cook, is majorly creamy and delicious, and will become your go-to mac and cheese recipe!
Instant Pot Corn on the Cob is ready to eat in just minutes and is super flavorful! No need to peel the husk; corn on the cob can be cooked directly in the husk and then removed without a mess!

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4.72 from 14 votes

Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

Prep Time

3 mins

Cook Time

13 mins

natural release

7 mins

Total Time

16 mins

Instant Pot Baked Potatoes are done in a fraction of the time as traditional baked potatoes, and are the creamiest baked potatoes you will ever eat!

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: instant pot baked potatoes

Servings: 4 potatoes

Calories: 165 kcal

Ingredients

4 medium potatoes, about 6 ounces
1 cup water
olive oil, optional
salt, optional

Instructions

Clean the potatoes, removing any dirt from the skin. Poke each potato about 5 times with a fork.
Add 1 cup of water to the instant pot. Place steamer rack on the bottom of the pot. Add potatoes on top of the rack. Close the lid and seal the valve on the lid. Set pot on manual/high pressure, then set time for 13 minutes. When time is up, allow the pressure to naturally release (do not flip the valve) for 7 minutes. When time is up, release the rest of the pressure by flipping the valve. Carefully open and remove potatoes. Serve as is, or see next step* to crisp skins (optional)
*Set oven on broil setting. Place potatoes on a baking sheet, and lightly spray with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Place in oven. Cook about 3-5 minutes, or until skin has desired crispness. Carefully remove, and serve with desired toppings.

Recipe Video

Recipe Notes

Potato cooking time will vary depending on size. Try to find potatoes that are all around the same size (6 ounces/medium). If potatoes are larger, add a few more minutes to cooking time. If potatoes are smaller, reduce time a few minutes.

Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls

Published Sep 26, 2018 by Allyson
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Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls are filled with delicious shrimp, slaw, and the super popular Bang Bang sauce! Perfect game day snack or appetizer!

With football season in full swing, making creative delicious appetizers is a MUST! These Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls take the popular Bang Bang Shrimp recipe to the next level! They are incredibly easy to make, and everyone will LOVE them! Be sure to whip up some extra sauce because it will NOT last long!

Bonefish Grill’s Bang Bang Sauce is popular for a reason, it’s delicious! It’s also VERY easy to make yourself. I’ve used it for Bang Bang Chicken (Instant Pot), Bang Bang Tofu Bang, Bang Shrimp Quesadillas , Bang Bang Shrimp Rice Bowls, and Bang Bang Shrimp Tacos, and all of them are always a hit!

How to make Bang Bang Sauce:

**scroll down for full recipe list/amounts/directions**

Take mayonnaise, Sriracha, rice vinegar, and sugar; whisk all of them together in a jar or bowl.
Close the jar and let the sauce meld in the fridge while everything else is cooking.
Sauce will keep in the fridge up to a week.

How to Make Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls:

**scroll down for full recipe list/amounts/directions**

You have the option to use fried shrimp or boiled shrimp, it's up to you. I don't think it makes THAT big of a difference in the recipe, because you get a lot of crunch from the fried egg roll, so leaving the shrimp boiled is okay in my opinion. However, you can also fry the shrimp before adding them.

Coat the shrimp and fry them up (if you want fried shrimp), alternatively you can boil the shrimp.
Get all the ingredients together - it's easiest to make these in a sort of assembly line.

Using egg roll wrappers (look for these in the produce section of the grocery store), add the ingredients, one by one, into the center of the wrapper.

Roll the egg roll halfway, tuck the sides into the center, then damped the last corner with some water, and continue rolling to seal completely (see video below).

Fry the egg rolls in canola or vegetable oil until browned and crispy.
Serve and top with more bang bang sauce and green onions - YUM!

Can I make ahead or freeze bang bang shrimp egg rolls?

Yes and yes.

To make ahead (say the night before you need them), I recommend making them but NOT frying them until you need them. Store them covered tightly in the refrigerator. When ready to fry, make sure the seams are still sealed; add water to seal if necessary.
To freeze: I recommend making them but NOT frying them. Wrap them tightly with plastic wrap and freeze. Allow to defrost overnight in the fridge, then fry according to below directions.

I love making Egg Rolls as appetizers, so make sure you checkout these other recipes from Domestic Superhero:

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Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls are the perfect game-day appetizer or snack! Crispy on the outside and spicy on the inside, they're perfect!
Try using this pimento cheese and cooking it up in an egg roll! Would be AMAZING!

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4.97 from 30 votes

Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls

Prep Time

15 mins

Cook Time

5 mins

Total Time

20 mins

Bang Bang Shrimp Egg Rolls are filled with delicious shrimp, slaw, and the super popular Bang Bang sauce! Perfect game day snack or appetizer!

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Chinese

Keyword: bang bang shrimp egg rolls

Servings: 12 egg rolls

Ingredients

For shrimp

1 lb small/medium pre-cooked shrimp, shells and tails removed, devained (can buy already like this), defrosted
2-3 TBS cornstarch
2 cups canola oil, for frying-optional

For sauce

¼ cup mayonnaise
1 TBS sriracha
1 TBS rice vinegar
1 TBS sugar

For egg rolls

12 egg rolls wrappers
2 cups pre-shredded cabbage mix
12 slices pepper jack cheese
bang bang sauce , from above
shrimp , from above

For cooking:

3-4 cups canola or vegetable oil

For serving:

2 stalks green onions, chopped

Instructions

For shrimp:

If frying: Pat defrosted shrimp dry. Toss in cornstarch until covered. Heat oil in a shallow skillet, until hot. Carefully cook shrimp in batches until done-do not overcrowd the skillet- then place onto a paper towel lined plate. Cook all.
If not frying: run defrosted shrimp under cold water for 5 minutes. Pat dry. Set aside.

For sauce:

Add all ingredients into a jar/bowl and stir until combined. Cover and place into fridge until ready to use.

For Egg Rolls:

Lay out the egg roll wrapper. Add about 2 TBS of cabbage mix to the center, then 2 TBS shrimp, cheese slice, and some sauce.
Carefully wrap the egg roll, being careful to keep it tight so the ingredients don't fall out. Dip finger in water, then run it along the final/top corner of the egg roll, and press to seal the wrapper. Repeat for all egg rolls.
In a frying skillet/pot, add oil and heat over medium for about 5 minutes - to 325 degrees. Carefully drop egg rolls into the skillet, cooking 4-5 at a time, not crowding them. Cook 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown, then carefully flip over and cook another 2 minutes or until browned. Remove and place on a paper towel lined plate. Repeat for all egg rolls.
Serve on a platter and top with bang bang sauce and green onions. Serve immediately!