Chef Jen's Recipe Collection
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Easy, satisfying recipes made for real life.
Easy Weeknight Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies
A fuss-free one-pan dinner that comes together in under 30 minutes with minimal prep and cleanup.
Pasta 'n Ceci
A rustic Italian chickpea and pasta soup — slow-simmered until it tastes like it's been on the stove all day.
Shrimp Pasta with Canned Clams in White Wine
A quick and elegant seafood pasta combining canned clams and fresh shrimp in a light white wine sauce.
Spaghetti Stuffed Peppers
Colorful bell peppers filled with leftover spaghetti and baked until tender for an easy, comforting weeknight meal.
Banana Split Smoothie
A creamy, dessert-inspired smoothie that captures all the classic flavors of a banana split in every delicious sip.
Creamy Garlic Pasta with Lemon
Silky cream sauce with garlic and bright lemon tossed with pasta for an elegant yet simple weeknight dinner.
Kid-Friendly Slow Cooker Beef and Vegetable Stew
A comforting, mild beef stew made in the crockpot with tender vegetables and soft rice—perfect for little ones who love an easy, hearty meal.
Budget-Friendly Scrambled Eggs with Vegetables
A quick and affordable egg dinner loaded with budget-friendly vegetables and pantry staples.
Chat-a-Peppino Pasta
A vibrant Italian-inspired pasta dish combining creamy peppino sauce with fresh herbs and tender pasta.
Crispy Chicken Tacos
Chicken tacos stuffed with seasoned shredded chicken and cheese, then baked between two hot pans for crunch on both sides—no frying required.
Quick Pan-Seared Chicken with Garlic and Lemon
A fast stovetop chicken dinner with tender breasts and quick-cooked vegetables ready in under 20 minutes.
One-Pan Sausage and Peppers
Sliced sausages and colorful bell peppers cooked together in one skillet with a garlicky, savory sauce.
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Cheesy Taco Skillet
A quick one-pan dinner loaded with seasoned ground beef, beans, cheese, and all your favorite taco toppings.
Cheeseburger Casserole
A comforting one-dish meal that combines ground beef, cheese, and pasta for classic cheeseburger flavor in casserole form.
Creamy Sun‑Dried Tomato Shrimp
Succulent shrimp bathed in a luscious sun-dried tomato and garlic cream sauce with fresh basil and spinach.
Tuna Rice Casserole
A comforting one-dish meal combining tender rice, flaky tuna, and creamy sauce topped with a crispy breadcrumb crust.
Spaghetti Salad
A refreshing chilled pasta salad tossed with fresh vegetables, Italian dressing, and a blend of cheeses.
Two-Portion Ground Beef and Vegetable Meatloaf
A nutritious meatloaf made with ground beef and fresh vegetables, sized to create two satisfying meals.
Unstuffed Cabbage Rolls
All the flavors of cabbage rolls deconstructed into an easy, one-pan skillet dinner.
Skillet Chicken Biscuits
Creamy chicken, veggies, and golden biscuits all baked in one pan — a warm, comforting meal in under an hour.
Sloppy Joe Pasta Casserole
A comforting baked pasta dish combining seasoned ground beef, sweet and savory sloppy joe sauce, and melted cheddar cheese.
Stuffed Pepper Skillet
A one-pan ground beef and rice dish loaded with bell peppers, tomatoes, and melted cheese.
Easy Stovetop Taco Soup
A quick and hearty one-pot soup loaded with seasoned ground beef, beans, and vegetables in a zesty tomato broth.
Taco-Cabbage Salad
A fresh and crunchy salad loaded with seasoned ground beef, black beans, and vegetables, topped with a tangy creamy taco dressing.
Italian Stuffed Tomatoes
Hollowed ripe tomatoes filled with seasoned ground beef, breadcrumbs, and melted cheese—a classic Italian comfort dish that's both impressive and easy to make.
Pan-Seared Chicken Fajitas with Garlic and Lime
Tender strips of seasoned chicken with sautéed peppers and onions, served with warm tortillas for easy assembly.
Old-Fashioned Skillet Chicken with Pan Gravy
A comforting, timeless chicken dish with a rich pan gravy, just like grandmother used to make.
Easy Beef and Rice Burritos
Hearty burritos filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, and fresh vegetables wrapped in soft tortillas.
Mediterranean Chickpea and Vegetable Bowl
A vibrant, wholesome bowl combining roasted vegetables, creamy chickpeas, and fresh herbs with a bright lemon-olive oil dressing.
Florida Cheesesteak Casserole
A comforting baked casserole combining tender beef, sautéed peppers and onions, melted cheese, and pasta for an easy weeknight dinner.
Classic Tuna Casserole
A comforting one-dish meal with tuna, noodles, and creamy sauce topped with crispy breadcrumbs.
Budget-Friendly Scrambled Eggs with Vegetables
Quick scrambled eggs loaded with sautéed vegetables and brown rice — affordable comfort that stretches across four servings.
Mediterranean Chicken With Tomatoes and Olives
A vibrant sheet pan dinner featuring tender chicken with fresh tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and classic Mediterranean flavors ready in 30 minutes.
Chat-a-Peppino: Diced Chicken with Linguine in Wine Pan Sauce
A vibrant stovetop pasta dish with tender diced chicken, linguine, and a savory wine reduction loaded with olives, artichokes, peppers, and garlic.
Zucchini Hamburger Casserole
A comforting one-dish meal layering seasoned ground beef, tender zucchini, and melted cheese in a bubbly casserole.
Creamy Chicken and Root Vegetable Stew
A comforting, hearty stew with tender chicken thighs, root vegetables, and fresh herbs finished with cream.
Homemade Pumpkin Purée
Silky smooth pumpkin purée made from scratch in your oven, perfect for pies, soups, and fall baking.
Crowd-Pleaser Classics
Familiar favorites worth making again and again.
Pasta Alla Gricia Recipe
A classic Roman dish featuring rigatoni, guanciale, and Pecorino Romano cheese. This simple yet incredibly flavorful combination is known for its rich, savory taste with minimal ingredients.
Feast of the Seven Fishes Stew
Mediterranean seafood stew inspired by Italian-American tradition, featuring tomato broth, fresh seafood, and toasted pasta.
Lemon Pecorino Crusted Chicken with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Golden-crusted chicken with a silky lemon cream sauce—indulgent yet quick enough for any weeknight.
One Pan Italian Sausage Gnocchi
A creamy one-pan Italian sausage gnocchi ready in 25 minutes—weeknight dinner sorted.
Creamy Rasta Pasta Recipe
A vibrant jerk chicken pasta with peppers and cream sauce — weeknight dinner that feels like a celebration.
Italian Cream Cake
A rich, decadent layer cake with cream cheese frosting, coconut, and pecans that's pure indulgence.
Pan-Seared Florida Yellow Snapper with Citrus Butter
A light and bright coastal favorite featuring fresh yellow snapper fillets topped with a zesty lemon-butter sauce.
Eggplant Parmigiana
Crispy breaded eggplant layered with creamy ricotta and tangy marinara, topped with melted mozzarella.
General Tso's Jumbo Shrimp
Crispy deep-fried shrimp coated in a spicy-sweet soy glaze and served with steamed broccoli.
Crispy Parmesan Baked Salmon
Flaky salmon topped with a golden, cheesy panko crust delivers restaurant-quality comfort in under 30 minutes.
Pasta Alla Norma
A vibrant Sicilian pasta with eggplant, tomatoes, basil, and ricotta salata that captures the flavors of summer in every bite.
Ratatouille
A vibrant French vegetable stew where eggplant, zucchini, bell peppers, and tomatoes meld together in aromatic harmony.
Classic Lump Crab Cakes
Golden-crusted pan-fried cakes bursting with sweet lump crab meat and a hint of Old Bay seasoning.
One-Pan Lump Crab and Vegetables
A elegant sheet pan dinner featuring tender lump crab and roasted vegetables, ready in 25 minutes.
Veal Saltimbocca with Prosciutto & Sage
Tender veal cutlets topped with prosciutto and sage, pan-seared and finished with a silky white wine demi-glace, served over linguine.
Mediterranean Glazed Salmon Bowl
A vibrant, protein-packed bowl combining crispy glazed salmon with creamy hummus, fresh vegetables, and bright Mediterranean flavors.
Linguine Puttanesca
A bold and briny Italian pasta with olives, capers, anchovies, and tomatoes.
Fettuccine con Salsiccia
Homemade ribbon pasta tossed with crumbled mild Italian sausage, earthy mushrooms, and a rich red sauce.
Shrimp Scampi
Succulent garlic and white wine shrimp over pasta or crusty bread.
Crispy Parmesan Baked Salmon with Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Arugula
Flaky salmon topped with a golden, cheesy panko crust, served over a fresh bed of peppery arugula with crispy roasted Brussels sprouts for a complete, restaurant-quality meal in under 30 minutes.
Bang Bang Shrimp Mac Attack
Crispy shrimp tossed in a sweet-and-spicy Bang Bang sauce served over creamy three-cheese macaroni, topped with scallions and crunchy toasted breadcrumbs.
Pan-Seared Diced Chicken and Shrimp with Artichokes, Olives, and Pasta
A Mediterranean one-pan pasta combining tender diced chicken and shrimp with briny olives, artichoke hearts, and roasted red peppers in a garlicky white wine sauce.
Spaghetti Alla Nerano
Silky zucchini pasta where a puree becomes the sauce — simple, elegant, and ready in one pan.
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