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Baked Boneless Chicken Thighs

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My baked boneless chicken thighs come out juicy and golden with a savory spice rub and an easy method that’s totally hands off! Here’s how long to bake them and seasoning tips. So I’ve found the secret to weeknight chicken recipes and it is this: chicken thighs! Every time I make them, my family gobbles them down: they’re so juicy and almost impossible to overcook. My favorite way to cook chicken thighs is my Air Fryer Chicken Thighs recipe , but I know everyone doesn’t have an air fryer. So I’ve created one that works just as well in the oven! It’s totally hands off, which is so much easier for weeknight dinners (in my opinion). Why I Think Boneless Thighs Are Perfect For Weeknights Here’s why I’ve started buying boneless thighs for weeknights: Chicken thighs are dark meat , which means more fat than breasts: this keeps them extra juicy when you cook them and they taste so much better than breasts ...

10 Easy Hummus Recipes

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These homemade hummus recipes are tastier and cheaper than store-bought! Here are my favorite flavors that start with a can of chickpeas, from classic to chocolate. Hummus is one of the most popular Mediterranean foods in America. Here’s what everyone says to me when I say I wrote a Mediterranean diet cookbook : “I love hummus!” You know what? So do I. And once I nailed my classic hummus recipe, I started tinkering with loads of flavors. Here are all 10 of my favorite hummus recipes . I’ve got the classic version, colorful veggie-based spins, bold and tangy ideas, and even dessert hummus! Each one comes together in minutes starting with a can of chickpeas, and it’s the ideal healthy snack loaded with plant-based protein and fiber. Classic Hummus Recipe Every recipe here has the same base recipe: chickpeas (or another bean!), tahini, lemon, garlic, and salt. Then you’ll find the rest have some mix-ins for color and flavor. ...

Easy Chicken and Rice (One Pot!)

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This easy one pot chicken and rice recipe is a simple meal with tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice, topped with a fresh lemon parsley gremolata. It’s a cozy, flavorful weeknight dinner! If you’re looking for recipes that bring maximum flavor with minimal effort (like I am), this easy dinner idea checks every box. Yes, my one pot chicken and rice makes your kitchen smell incredible and leaves you with exactly one pan and one cutting board to wash! I love how the rice absorbs all those pan drippings and aromatics while everything cooks together. Top it with a bright gremolata and your weeknight dinner tastes like it took way more effort than it actually did. I have made this meal often for friends and family, and it’s a hit every time: even with picky eaters! 5 Star Reader Reviews “This dinner was AMAZING! I plan to make it again. So flavorful.” -EL “The easy chicken and rice recipe did not disappoint! It has all the ...

Creamy Cannellini Bean Dip

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This creamy cannellini bean dip takes 5 minutes and blends garlic, lemon, and olive oil: no tahini needed! Serve it with pita, crackers, or crunchy veggies. Here’s a confession: I might like this cannellini bean dip even better than hummus! That’s saying something from someone who’s written a half dozen hummus recipes over the years. This easy dip is packed with protein, so simple, and there’s no need to use tahini all. This cannellini bean dip recipe was inspired by a creamy whipped feta dip I saw on Instagram. I thought: surely one can make this as a dip with white beans? Two cans of white beans, one lemon, a drizzle of olive oil, and five minutes later I had something smoother than any hummus I’ve made — and my kids absolutely love it! 5 Star Reader Review “This is such a quick and easy dip, a nice alternative to hummus! I appreciate not needing to bust out the tahini, mix it because it separated, spill some, etc. W...