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Comforting and delicious with an extra moist crumb, this Buttermilk Cake is the perfect dessert for any occasion! To make it really decadent, finish it off with an absolutely irresistible brown sugar vanilla glaze. Serve this at your next family gathering or potluck and watch the rave reviews come pouring in!

I just love classic desserts that never go out of style! Some of my favorite cake recipes that have been passed down from generation-to-generation are this hummingbird cake, a traditional carrot cake and a family favorite oatmeal cake!

Buttermilk Cake Recipe

If you haven’t tried baking with buttermilk, now is the time to start! Buttermilk is an incredible ingredient to use in baked goods because it’s acidic, and actually tenderizes the cake. It also acts with the baking soda to help the texture of the cake become lighter and fluffier. In addition, it adds flavor, richness and moisture. Whether you’re baking cake, bread, or pancakes, using buttermilk will take your recipes to a whole new level of delicious. You can see for yourself with these buttermilk pancakes, buttermilk waffles, or this blueberry buttermilk breakfast cake!

This old-fashioned buttermilk cake is perfectly rich, tender and sweet! It’s also really versatile. Enjoy a slice as a snack, for breakfast, or dessert! Great for any occasion, add this to your Easter, Mother’s Day and holiday menus! It’s definitely a crowd pleaser at any cookout, BBQ or party!

Ingredients in Buttermilk Cake

The simple ingredients in this easy buttermilk cake recipe are mostly all basic baking staples and ones you probably have on hand. If you don’t have buttermilk, I’ve provided the link to a recipe for homemade buttermilk. Note: exact measurements are in the recipe card below.

Butter: Don’t forget to leave out your unsalted butter, so that it can soften to room temperature.

Sugar: Use a combination of light brown sugar and granulated sugar to add the perfect amount of sweetness and caramelized flavor.

Egg: One egg provides structure and extra richness.

Vanilla Extract: For sweet, warm flavor. I recommend using pure vanilla extract or making your own blend.

Buttermilk: The star ingredient! Buttermilk adds a delicious tanginess to the cake and makes it super moist and tender.

Flour: No need to use cake flour, all-purpose flour works great for this cake recipe.

Baking Soda & Salt: Helps the cake rise and get nice and fluffy while baking.

Glaze

Butter: For buttery richness.

Dark Brown Sugar: For a complex toffee, caramel flavor. 

Vanilla Extract: Adds subtle sweetness and warmth.

Buttermilk: Creates the perfect consistency for a thin icing that will spread over the cake and drizzle down the sides.

Powdered Sugar: A must in any icing or glaze recipe.

Salt: Balances out the sweetness.

How to Make Buttermilk Cake

This cake is so easy to whip up, you’ll want to make it again and again! I know you’ll love it as much as my family does!

Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Then spray a 9-inch cake pan (with 2-inch high sides) with pan spray and line with a round of parchment paper for easy removal.

Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the butter, brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla until combined. Then mix in the buttermilk.

Stir Dry Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to the wet ingredients and mix until just combined.

Bake: Add the cake batter to the prepared pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean from the center of the cake.

Cool and Add Icing: Let the cake cool for 15 minutes before poking all over with a skewer and pouring the glaze evenly over the top. You can place a pan or parchment paper under the cooling rack to catch the excess glaze as it spills over the sides of the cake.

Glaze

Melt Butter: Once the cake has been removed from the oven and is cooling, begin making the glaze. Add the butter to a small saucepan and cook over medium heat until fully melted.

Finish the Glaze: Reduce the heat to low and add the brown sugar, vanilla, and buttermilk. Stir until the sugar is completely melted. Remove from the heat and stir in the powdered sugar and salt.

Take your spooky season celebrations up a notch with this festive dinner in a pumpkin! It’s filled with a creamy, savory sausage and rice pilaf that’s sure to be a hit with your family. So delicious, it’s scary.

This is one of my favorite times of the year because not only do the fun themed treats come out, but so do all the hearty soups and stews! If you’re looking for a fun treat, try these mummy cookie bites! If you want a hearty dinner to warm you up, try slow cooker pumpkin chili. And if you need more pumpkin in your life, these 3-ingredient pumpkin chocolate chip cookies are the way to go!

Dinner in a Pumpkin Recipe

Oh, this dinner in a pumpkin? It’s absolutely delicious! Imagine digging into a mix of sausage, mushrooms, and creamy, savory rice, all nestled inside a perfectly baked pumpkin. Every bite is a delightful burst of flavors that’ll make you want seconds. (Maybe even thirds!)

Gather the family around to enjoy this festive meal. It’s a winner, and everyone at the table will love it! Because not only does it look good, (the perfect Halloween dinner!) but it’s absolutely delicious and super easy to prepare! Don’t be surprised if ‘dinner in a pumpkin’ shows up in the dinner rotation a few times this fall.

Ingredient List

This dinner in a pumpkin uses a lot of simple ingredients, and the great thing is, you can easily customize your pilaf with things you have in the fridge! I used creamy mushrooms, Italian sausage, yellow onion, and bell peppers for some crunch. Exact measurements are all in the recipe card below!

Medium Pumpkin: Use a good-sized pumpkin, ready to be filled and cooked.

Vegetable Oil: Used for cooking the veggies and sausage in.

Red Bell Pepper and Green Bell Pepper: Colorful bell peppers, adding crunch and sweetness.

Small Yellow Onion: A small onion for flavor and aroma.

Garlic: Adds a strong, delicious taste to the mix. Fresh minced garlic is best!

Ground Italian Sausage: Flavored sausage for a hearty and tasty filling. You could also swap this out for ground turkey or beef. Use whatever you have on hand!

Cremini Mushrooms: Earthy mushrooms that add a nice texture and taste.

Cream of Mushroom Soup: So your dinner in a pumpkin has a little extra creaminess and delicious flavor! Cream of chicken soup would also work.

Cooked Rice: To give your meal a little more substance.

Salt and Pepper: Basic seasonings to enhance the taste of the dinner in a pumpkin.

Let’s Make Dinner in a Pumpkin!

Your friends and family are going to love this festive meal so much! It’s simple to make, hearty, and most importantly- absolutely delicious!

Prepare Pumpkin: Clean the pumpkin, cut the top off and gut and scrape it clean. Leave the pumpkin meat intact, only remove the guts, save the top.

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and then line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Cut Veggies: Wash and dice the red and green bell peppers, and onion. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat.

Sauté: Add the diced peppers and onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes. Add the Italian sausage and cook until the sausage is just browned. Then to the skillet add the garlic and mushrooms and continue to sauté everything together for another 3-5 minutes.

Add Soup and Rice: Reduce the heat to medium low and add the can of cream of mushroom soup and 1 can of water. Then add the cooked rice and salt and pepper to taste.

Add to Pumpkin: Stir until everything is well combined. Then remove the filling from heat and fill the hollowed pumpkin with the filling.

Bake: Place the top back on the pumpkin, place the filled pumpkin on the baking sheet and bake for 45 minutes to an hour, until the meat of the pumpkin is fork tender and easily able to be scraped.

Rest: Once the pumpkin has baked thoroughly, remove it from the oven and then allow it to rest for 10 minutes.

Enjoy: To serve, scoop out the filling along with some of the pumpkin meat and then enjoy!

This flavorful Chinese Chicken and Broccoli dish is made in just one pan and is ready in less than 30 minutes! Small pieces of tender chicken and broccoli florets are cooked in an irresistible sweet and savory sauce. Serve over rice with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and red pepper flakes for an amazing meal!

Stir fry recipes, like this one, are quick & easy to make, and so tasty! Perfect for weeknight meals. Korean beef, cashew chicken, and garlic chicken stir-fries are some other favorites that you should definitely try!

Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry

Dive into the incredible flavors of this Chinese Chicken and Broccoli stir fry! It’s a simple recipe packed with juicy chicken pieces and crisp-tender broccoli seasoned with garlic, ginger, and a stir fry sauce that’s slightly sweet, but mostly savory. Pair with a bowl of steamed rice (or for a low carb option, serve with cauliflower rice or zucchini noodles) for a dinner that’s just as good as anything you’d get in a restaurant.

When you’re craving those enticing Chinese flavors and you’re thinking about calling for takeout, give this chicken and broccoli stir fry recipe a try instead. This dish is so much fresher and you can control the ingredients to make it just how you’d like. The whole family will love it, and you’ll definitely want to add it to the normal dinner menu rotation!

Ingredients You’ll Need

The sauce for this dish is a simple combination of ingredients that you probably already have in the pantry, like chicken broth, brown sugar, soy sauce, sesame oil and cornstarch. Here’s everything you’ll need:

Sesame Oil: Use this to cook the chicken and broccoli and also add richness and depth to the sauce.

Chicken Breast: I used boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces.

Kosher Salt & Pepper: To season the chicken. Add more as needed, once you taste the finished dish.

Garlic: Minced garlic is a must in any stir fry!

Ginger Paste: Pairs nicely with the garlic to add a warm spiced taste.

Broccoli: Wash and chop fresh broccoli florets into bite-sized pieces.

Chicken Broth: Gives the sauce the right consistency and some savory flavor.

Brown Sugar: For a hint of sweetness, use dark or light brown sugar. Both work but the dark brown sugar will add a deeper flavor.

Soy Sauce: Use low-sodium soy sauce or regular, whichever you prefer.

Oyster Sauce: Adds a depth of flavor to the dish with a sweet, salty, earthy taste.

Cornstarch: To thicken the sauce, so it will properly coat the chicken and broccoli.

Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Chicken and broccoli enveloped in a flavor-packed sauce is the perfect quick and easy dinner that the whole family will enjoy. Here’s the simple method to make it:

Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all of the sauce ingredients then set aside.

Prep: Heat 1 tablespoon of sesame oil in a large wok or non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.

Cook the Chicken: Season the chicken with salt and pepper then add the chicken to the wok. Cook and sauté for 6 minutes until golden brown and no longer pink. Then remove the chicken from the wok and set aside.

Cook Garlic and Ginger: Returning to the wok, add 1 tablespoon sesame oil, garlic, and ginger paste. Then cook for 30 seconds.

Sauté the Broccoli: Add the broccoli florets and cook for 4 minutes until tender and browned on the outside then remove and set aside.

Heat the Sauce: Returning to the wok, add the sauce. Heat the sauce over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes. The sauce will cook and also start to thicken. 

Toss the Chicken and Broccoli With the Sauce: Add the cooked chicken and broccoli back to the wok with the sauce. Then stir to evenly coat the ingredients with the sauce and heat through for 3 minutes.

Serve: Enjoy with rice and garnish with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes.

Fresh and flavorful, La Scala Salad is a copycat recipe of the famous Italian chopped salad served at La Scala restaurant in Beverly Hills. Rumor has it, Kim Kardashian orders this salad often, and for good reason! It’s packed with delicious ingredients and crunchy texture, thanks to the chickpeas, salami, mozzarella cheese, and a zesty red wine vinaigrette.

I love a good chopped salad! Try these other favorites next: Italian Chopped Salad, Portillo’s Chopped Salad, and Grinder Salad. They are all easy to make and loaded with flavor!

Copycat La Scala Salad Recipe

There is not much better than a fresh green salad with plenty of texture, and this La Scala Salad may just be one of the best chopped Italian salad recipes I’ve made! It’s no wonder that it recently became very popular on social media! Surprisingly enough, this viral recipe has actually been around since the 1950s. It was invented by Jean Leon, the owner of La Scala, a Beverly Hills restaurant. Supposedly, the Kardashians and other celebrities often visit La Scala to enjoy the delicious Italian-chopped salad. Once you try it, you’ll see why it’s so popular!

I love recreating viral recipes, and this one was definitely a hit! With the fresh crisp lettuce, chickpeas, salami, cheese and red onion, it’s packed with so much delicious texture and flavor. Make it a complete meal and pair it with thick and slightly chewy Focaccia Bread for the perfect side.

Ingredients in La Scala Salad

The list of ingredients in this La Scala Salad recipe are super enticing; from the fresh veggies to the slightly spicy salami and delicious dressing. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

The Salad

Lettuce: Use a mix of chopped romaine lettuce and chopped iceberg lettuce for wonderful color and crunchy texture.

Chickpeas: Mix drained and rinsed chickpeas in for extra protein and heartiness.

Italian Salami: The addition of salty meat makes this salad so special. The savory, spicy flavor is a tasty contrast to the fresh, crisp lettuce and tangy dressing.

Mozzarella Cheese: The perfect finishing touch!

Red Onion: Slice thin so your salad has just enough sweet and slightly pungent flavor.

Dressing

This red wine vinaigrette is super versatile and tasty. It would work well on almost any fresh green salad you’re serving!

Olive Oil: Use a mild oil that pairs well with the vinegar and spice. Olive oil is always my go-to with salads!

Red Wine Vinegar: So the dressing has a nice zip and tanginess!

Dijon Mustard: Adds a bit of spice and savory flavor to the La Scala salad. It also binds to the oil and vinegar to keep the vinaigrette emulsified (mixed).

Kosher Salt & Cracked Black Pepper: To bring out all of the delicious flavor.

Grated Romano or Parmesan Cheese: Adds delicious cheesiness!

Red Pepper Flakes: (Optional) Add for a little extra spice.

How to Make La Scala Salad

Super quick & easy, whip this La Scala salad together for a side or main dish that is sure to impress!

Make the Dressing: To make the dressing add the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, and grated Romano cheese in a medium bowl. Whisk together until combined.

Mix the Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce, chickpeas, salami, red onion, and shredded mozzarella cheese.

Add the Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and then gently toss to combine.

Garnish and Serve: Top La Scala salad with additional Romano cheese and red pepper flakes. Then serve immediately and enjoy!

Tamale Pie is seasoned ground beef on top of a cornbread crust, drenched in a bold enchilada sauce, and topped with cheese and tomatoes. This casserole recipe is an easy spin on tamales, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner!

This Tamale pie is bold and flavorful! Serve this alongside a Chilled Cucumber Tomato Salad, or this Southwest Quinoa Bean Salad. You can finish off the meal with some classic Tres Leches Cake!

What is Tamale Pie?

Tamale pie is basically a casserole, or pan version, of a classic tamale. It’s perfect for serving larger numbers, either a large family or to take to a potluck or gathering. The cornbread crust is poked and drenched with enchilada sauce, then topped with ground beef, or other topping of your choice. As this bakes it gives the cornbread crust a moist, tender texture that is similar to the masa that surrounds tamales. 

This classic casserole recipe is a family favorite! The best part about this casserole is that you use a cornbread crust that mimics the texture of the masa in tamales. Once you try it, everyone will love it. It’s a dinner that your whole family will go crazy over.

Ingredients in Tamale Pie

These ingredients are simple and easy… You can whip this up so quickly! Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for all of the exact measurements.

Jiffy Cornbread Mix: The cornbread mix will act as your pie crust.

Egg: The egg binds the crust together

Sour Cream: Adds in a bit of tang and delicious creaminess. The sour cream adds a lot to the base.

Creamed Corn: I love adding an additional corn flavor to the cornbread!

Ground Beef: You can also use ground turkey if you prefer.

Seasonings: Chili powder, salt, ground cumin, oregano, garlic powder, and onion powder all mix together to make the most delicious and flavorful base of spices.

Green Chilies: Depending on your desired heat level, you can get mild, medium, or spice green chiles.

Red Enchilada Sauce: This seeps into the cornbread, making the whole dish flavorful.

Monterey Jack Cheese: You can also use cheddar cheese or Colby Jack cheese.

How to Make Tamale Pie

Cook up the cornbread crust, add on the sauce, the meat, and toppings, and you have a delicious meal you will keep making over and over again.

Prep: Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 9-inch pie dish and set it aside.

Combine: Mix together the cornbread mix, egg, sour cream, and creamed corn in a large bowl. 

Bake: Pour the cornbread mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for about 10 minutes. (It won’t be done completely, but it will bake more once you layer everything on).

Cook the Meat: While the cornbread bakes, prepare the ground beef. Cook over medium heat in a large skillet until no longer pink. Add the green chilies and seasonings. Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3 minutes.

Add Sauce: Poke holes in the cornbread, then pour the enchilada sauce on top of the cornbread and into the holes.

Add Beef and Cheese: Add the beef mixture to the cornbread, then top with the shredded cheese.  

Bake: Bake for 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a few minutes before serving. 

Garnish: Add additional toppings for serving if desired, and enjoy!

Copycat Oatmeal Creme Pies! A delicious homemade take on your childhood favorite treat. Each pie features two fluffy oatmeal cookies with a creamy, buttery filling in between.

I love this recipe for homemade oatmeal creme pies. It takes a delicious, nostalgic treat and makes them even better! Another recipe that I love is this one for Homemade Cosmic Brownies. You won’t want packaged snack cakes again!

Recipe for Homemade Oatmeal Creme Pies

Remember those Little Debbie Oatmeal Creme Pies from your childhood? They were my favorite! I still find myself craving them today. Now you can make them at home! These creme pies are AMAZING! Soft and chewy oatmeal cookies sandwiched between a smooth creme filling.

Not only are these homemade oatmeal creme pies super delicious, but really easy to make as well! You’ll have soft, fluffy cookies with the most creamy and delicious filling ready to go in a snap. Trust me, once you have them from scratch, Little Debbies just won’t cut it anymore! Let’s get into everything you’ll need to whip up a batch:

Ingredients You’ll Need

Gather up these pantry staples – butter for some creamy goodness, sugars for sweetness, a sprinkle of spices for warm, cozy flavor, and oats for that satisfying crunch. Oh, and don’t forget everything to make the creamy vanilla filling! You can find exact measurements for each ingredient in the recipe card below.

Butter: Adds a rich flavor to the cookies and also makes them nice and soft.

Sugar: I used both white and brown sugar for a deep, delicious sweetness.

Eggs: Bind all of the ingredients together.

Vanilla Extract: So the batter has a pop of sweet, warm flavor.

Flour: To give the cookies structure.

Baking Soda: Help the cookies puff up and become nice and fluffy.

Spices: I used cinnamon and cloves to give the oatmeal creme pies the perfect warm flavor.

Salt: Just a pinch helps to balance out all of the flavors.

Oats: So the cookies have a hearty, nutty texture and flavor! I used old-fashioned oats.

Butter for Filling: More creamy goodness for the middle of the cookies. This acts as the base of the frosting.

Powdered Sugar: Used to sweeten up the filling.

Vanilla Extract for Filling: Makes the filling extra flavorful and delicious.

Heavy Cream or Milk: Adjusts the consistency of the filling. It also makes it creamy!

How to Make Homemade Oatmeal Creme Pies

These copycat Oatmeal Creme Pies are a cinch to make. Bake the oatmeal cookies until they’re nice and golden brown, then add a generous layer of the creme filling inside! It’s what makes them so yummy!

Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.

Butter Mixture: Add the butter and both sugars to a large bowl or stand mixer. Cream together with a hand mixer or the paddle attachment until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.

Add Wet Ingredients: Add in the eggs, and vanilla and mix until combined.

Mix Dry Ingredients, Then Combine: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, cloves, and salt. Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet and mix until just combined. Then stir in the oats by hand.

Shape: Scoop the dough into 3 tablespoon-sized balls and place on the prepared baking sheets, leaving 2 inches between them.

Bake: Bake for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown. If you make your cookies smaller they take less time close to 10 minutes.

Cool: Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for 2-3 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. While cookies are cooling prepare the cream filling.

For the Creme Filling

Butter Mixture: Add the butter to a large bowl or stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Use the stand mixer or hand mixer to cream the butter until light and fluffy, 3-4 minutes.

Add Sugar, Vanilla, and Cream: Add the powdered sugar, vanilla, and cream or milk and mix slowly until combined. Once combined, beat on medium-high until the frosting is very fluffy.

Add to Cookies: To assemble either pipe or spread 1-2 tablespoons of the filling onto the bottom side of one cookie and top with another. Repeat until all the cookies are used.

Fluffy and moist pumpkin spice pancakes are what fall breakfast dreams are made of! Perfectly spiced and full of flavor, it’s like having pumpkin pie for breakfast!

The best part of pancakes is the toppings! If you really want decadence try topping these pumpkin spice pancakes with cinnamon honey butter, homemade maple syrup, and fresh whipped cream. Be prepared because your pancakes will taste like a dessert, and there’s nothing wrong with that!

Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

These are the best pancakes to wake up to on a cozy fall morning. The pumpkin puree makes them amazingly moist, the brown sugar adds sweetness, and the pumpkin spices flavor them just right. The texture and fluffiness of these pumpkin spice pancakes are perfection! It’s sure to be a family favorite!

Pancakes are a classic breakfast that everyone loves! I have so many different pancake recipes and variations that I make for my family and guests. German pancakes are always fun for the kids because they love how high they bake. They also love these cinnamon roll pancakes! But I always keep my homemade pancake mix on hand to make mornings easy!

Ingredients For Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

These are super easy to whip up and put together. Stock up on canned pumpkin puree because you will want these pumpkin spice pancakes year-round. See the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

Flour: All-purpose flour or unbleached bread flour will both work.

Brown Sugar: Adds rich golden sweetness.

Baking Powder: This is the leavening agent that helps give pancakes their fluff.

Salt:  Balances the sweet.

Cinnamon, Nutmeg, Ginger, and Cloves: The must-have spices for anything pumpkin.

Milk: Using plain milk here instead of buttermilk will react with the baking powder giving you bubbles.

Pumpkin Puree: Canned puree is super simple, make sure it’s not the pumpkin pie filling.

Egg: Use large eggs, not medium.

Butter or Vegetable oil:  Either one will work, it’s whatever you prefer.

How to Make Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

These pancakes are simple and easy! They come together quickly, and they are easy enough that your kids can even help you make them! Pumpkin spice pancakes are a MUST every time Fall comes around.

Whisk the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, and spices.

Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, pumpkin egg, and butter or oil.

Combine: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and whisk to combine. The batter may still be lumpy and that is ok.

Cook: Pour 1/4 cup batter onto the buttered griddle or skillet and cook until bubbles begin to appear on the surface. Carefully flip and cook the opposite side until golden brown. Repeat with the rest of the batter greasing when needed.

Serve: Serve with maple syrup, whipped cream, and pecans if desired.

An amazing Tuscan dish made easy in the slow cooker! This Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken is slow cooked to tender perfection and smothered in a creamy, savory sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and parmesan cheese. The perfect way to win anyone over!

If you love Tuscan dishes, you’re in the right place! Here are a few more of my favorite recipes to try: Marry Me Salmon, creamy Tuscan ravioli, and Tuscan garlic tortellini soup!

Marry Me Chicken in Crock Pot

Creamy Tuscan garlic chicken, also known as “Marry Me Chicken,” is one of my most popular recipes on the blog and for good reason! The chicken is so tender and juicy, and that sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and melty parmesan? So good that everyone in your family will be begging for seconds. I decided to make a slow cooker version of this dish, this way you can just ‘set it and forget it’ and come home to the best dinner ever.

This Crock Pot Marry me Chicken is a winner when it comes to effortless, delicious dinners. You start with seasoned chicken breasts seared to perfection, then let them soak up in that creamy, flavorful sauce made with butter, garlic, chicken broth, cream, and parmesan cheese. Toss in some sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning for that extra zing. Then let your crockpot do the work, and in a few hours, you’ve got tender chicken in a flavorful creamy sauce. Serve it over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes, and you’ve got the perfect dinner on your hands!

Ingredient List

You’d be surprised how a handful of humble ingredients can transform into something ridiculously good. Here is everything you need to put this Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken together! (Exact measurements are in the recipe card below.)

Chicken Breasts: These bad boys turn tender and juicy, soaking up all the saucy goodness. You can also use chicken thighs if you prefer.

Salt and Pepper: The simple seasonings that amp up the flavor of the Crock Pot Marry Me Chicken, making it taste extra awesome.

Olive Oil: Helps give the chicken that perfect sear. Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside!

Butter: Adds a creamy, rich texture to the sauce. I used unsalted butter since we add salt separately.

Garlic: Gives that amazing smell and strong savory flavor, making the sauce a flavor bomb.

Flour: Makes the sauce nice and thick. You could also use a cornstarch slurry as a gluten-free option.

Chicken Broth: Forms the base of the sauce and adds a savory flavor. You can also use chicken stock or vegetable broth as a substitute.

Heavy Cream: Makes the sauce super creamy and dreamy.

Parmesan Cheese: Melts into the sauce, bringing that salty, cheesy goodness we all crave.

Sun-Dried Tomatoes: I used jarred sundried tomatoes for a sweet and tangy kick. This is what makes the Crock Pot Marry Me chicken so good, in my opinion.

Italian Seasoning: A blend of tasty herbs (like oregano, basil, and thyme) giving the sauce that classic Italian taste.

Fresh Basil (for garnish): The finishing touch, making everything look and smell fantastic. It’s like the cherry on top, but better – it’s basil!

How to Make Marry Me Chicken in the Slow Cooker

Give those chicken breasts a quick sear, then pop everything in the Crock Pot and let it work its magic! If you have the time, I recommend cooking on low for 5-6 hours. This way the chicken will be as soft and tender as possible.

Season: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt and pepper.

Sear: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 3-5 minutes on both sides until the chicken is just browned on the outside. You don’t need to cook the chicken because it will continue to fully cook in the crockpot.

Transfer to Plate: Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate while you make the sauce.

Make Roux: Return to the same skillet, and add the butter. Once it is melted, sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until it’s fragrant. Add in the flour and stir to make a paste.

Add Broth, Cheese, and Seasonings: Whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning.

Simmer: Simmer the sauce for a few minutes for it to thicken.

Add to Crock Pot: Pour the sauce into the bottom of the crockpot then layer the chicken on top of the sauce. Then add the drained sun-dried tomatoes to the top of the chicken.

Slow Cook: Cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 5-6 hours.

Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped fresh basil leaves and serve warm over pasta.

Taco dip takes all the tasty flavor of tacos and turns it into a creamy, zesty, easy-to-eat appetizer. Whip this up in 5 minutes with just 4 key ingredients. It is so deliciously addicting and will be the star of the party! 

We all love an easy, flavorful dip that pairs well with crackers, veggies, or chips. If you are looking for more tasty dip recipes, give my Loaded Creamy Ranch Dip, 5 Minute Million Dollar Dip or this easy Rotel Dip a try!

Taco Dip Recipe

This taco dip recipe is a simple mix of cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and taco seasoning. Finish with a garnish of olives, tomatoes, green onion, and fresh cilantro! This creamy, enticing chip dip is fresh, flavorful and absolutely irresistible! Always a crowd-pleaser for potlucks, parties, game days, holidays, and Cinco de Mayo.

Not only does this recipe have a fabulous taste, it’s one of the easiest apps to make. And because it’s great served chilled, it’s the perfect make-ahead dish! Serve this with some delicious Air Fryer Tortilla Chips, and I guarantee it will be a new family favorite!

Ingredients in Taco Dip

This taco dip recipe requires minimal ingredients (and you might even already have them all on hand)! It’s one of those dips you’ll turn to again and again. We love to whip it up for game day or family gatherings. Check out the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.

Cream Cheese: This is the base of the dip, and the creaminess helps to bind everything together.

Sour Cream: Adds a lovely tangy flavor and smooth texture to the dip.

Salsa: Use your favorite store-bought salsa, or better yet, try my homemade restaurant style salsa!

Taco seasoning: You’ll need 3 tbsp of taco seasoning. This homemade taco seasoning is bursting with flavor, but feel free to use store-bought.

Garnish: For a pretty presentation and extra texture and flavor, sprinkle a garnish of black olives, tomatoes, green onion and cilantro over the top.

Let’s Make Some Dip!

The 5 minutes that it takes to make this easy taco dip will be well worth your time! It’s effortless and you’re sure to love it! Here’s how:

Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, cream cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning. Using an electric hand mixer, blend until creamy. 

Transfer to a Serving Bowl: Then spoon the dip into a serving bowl.

Add Garnish: Sprinkle sliced olives, chopped tomatoes, fresh cilantro, and green onions over the top of the dip.

Enjoy: Serve with chips and dig in!

Air Fryer French Fries have a perfectly crispy outside, tender inside, and are absolutely heavenly. Super easy to make, too! You won’t believe that these fries aren’t deep-fried are after you try one. They almost taste too good to be true!

Serve these delectable fries with Famous Fry Sauce, garlic aioli, Comeback Sauce, or for a kick, some Skillet Queso.  Then serve them up with Copycat Chick-fil-A Nuggets for a healthier twist on a fast food favorite made at home.

The Best Air Fryer French Fries

If you don’t have an air fryer yet, I would almost recommend buying one just for these fries! French fries are one of my favorite snacks EVER and making them in the air fryer makes them even better! There is just something about a really great French fry that’s hard to beat. The fact that you can make the BEST fries right at home is just plain awesome. I don’t have to leave my home to get the most crispy, tender, and perfect fries anymore. Both your wallet and your health will thank you for making the change. (You won’t believe these aren’t deep-fried!)

These air fryer French fries are so good, you may only want to eat fries for dinner. (I don’t blame you if this is what you choose!) So be prepared to make enough. These will be so popular you may need to triple the recipe to have enough. My family always devours them in an instant!

Air Fryer Fries Ingredients

Making these fries is a cinch. Just a few simple ingredients for fries that are both wholesome and delicious. A win-win! You’re never going to want to go back to deep-frying. Air fryers even work for other appetizers like egg rolls and onion rings! They’re seriously the best!

Potatoes: I like to use Russets for a fluffy texture on the inside.

OIive Oil: A heart-healthy oil that adds a bit of tasty, earthy flavor. Olive oil also helps your potatoes crisp up perfectly.

Italian Seasoning: Makes everything taste great. It’s my favorite blend of herbs!

Parmesan: So your air fryer French fries have a little melted cheesy goodness.

Salt and Pepper: All to taste!

How to Make French Fries in an Air Fryer

With just a fraction of the oil used in deep-frying, these are the ideal snack for anyone trying to eat healthier without sacrificing flavor! Give your loved ones the taste they crave with an appetizer that’s also heart healthy.

Preheat Oven, Cut Potatoes: Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit. Then slice the potatoes using a fry cutter, or manually cut them into 1/4-inch strips.

Rinse and Dry: Rinse the potato slices in cold water and then pat dry with a paper towel.

Toss With Seasonings: Then in a medium-sized bowl toss with olive oil, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.

Air Fry: Place the fries into the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

Toss, Continue Cooking: Toss the fries halfway through the cooking process so the fries get evenly cooked.

Enjoy: Serve with ketchup, fry sauce, or your other favorite dipping sauce.