Black Pepper Chicken

This spicy, saucy, and tasty Chinese-style chicken is perfect for a quick dinner or meal prep. The chicken is soft, juicy, and full of flavor!

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Ingredients Description

Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breast is used for easy cooking and soft texture.
Cornstarch: Used for marination and to make the chicken crispy.
Sauces: Soy sauce, oyster sauce, and rice wine add rich, umami flavor.
Vegetables: Bell pepper and celery add crunch and color to the dish.
Garlic & Scallions: Add strong aroma and taste to the stir fry.
Oil: Any neutral oil like canola or vegetable oil is perfect for frying.

Cooking Instructions

1. Marinate the Chicken: Mix soy sauce, rice wine, sesame oil, garlic, pepper, salt, and 6 Tbsp of cornstarch. Add chicken and coat well. Let it sit for 15–20 minutes.
2. Make Sauce: In another bowl, mix all sauce ingredients and keep aside.
3. Fry Chicken: Coat marinated chicken with remaining 6 Tbsp cornstarch. Heat oil in a pan or wok. Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 minutes until crispy and golden. Remove to a paper towel.
4. Stir-Fry Vegetables: In the same wok, add oil and cook bell peppers and celery with a pinch of salt for 2 minutes on high flame.
5. Add Garlic & Scallions: Add sliced garlic and white part of scallions. Cook 2 more minutes, stirring often.
6. Add Sauce & Chicken: Pour in sauce and let it boil until it reduces by half (about 3 minutes). Add chicken back to the wok in batches and coat with sauce.
7. Serve: Garnish with scallion greens and serve hot with steamed rice.

Nutrition Info (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 25g
• Carbs: 22g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 780mg

Cooking Tips

• Use freshly ground black pepper for stronger flavor.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying chicken—cook in batches.
• If you don’t have a wok, a large nonstick pan works well.
• Prep all ingredients before starting to cook for fast stir-frying.

Cheesy Hash Brown Quiche

Servings: 6 pieces

Golden brown hash browns make a delicious crust for this cheesy and savory quiche.
It’s filled with chicken sausage, onions, cheese, and eggs — perfect for weekend brunch or a hearty breakfast.

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About the Ingredients

This quiche uses crispy hash browns for the crust instead of traditional pastry.
You can use any flavored sausage, but Italian chicken sausage works great.
The cheddar cheese adds a rich, cheesy flavor, and eggs help bind everything together.

Cooking Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. In a bowl, mix thawed hash browns with melted butter and ½ tsp salt.
3. Press the mixture into a 9-inch pie plate to form a crust.
4. Bake the crust for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
5. Meanwhile, cook sausage and onions in a skillet until sausage is browned and onions are soft.
6. Let the sausage mixture cool in a bowl.
7. Add beaten eggs, cheese, milk, and salt & pepper to the bowl. Mix everything well.
8. Pour the mixture into the baked hash brown crust.
9. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for another 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
10. Let cool for 5–10 minutes, then slice and serve with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition Info (Approx. per serving)

• Calories: 310 kcal
• Protein: 15 g
• Carbohydrates: 18 g
• Fat: 20 g
• Fiber: 2 g

Cooking Tips

• Make sure hash browns are fully thawed to get a crispy crust.
• Use pre-cooked or leftover sausage to save time.
• Let the quiche rest after baking for cleaner slices.
• Add bell peppers or spinach for extra veggies.

Carrot & Chickpea Veggie Burger

Bite into a vibrant and flavorful Carrot Chickpea Veggie Burger that’s perfect for a guilt-free meal. This scrumptious patty is packed with wholesome ingredients and a delightful crunch, making it a must-try for veggie lovers!

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Optional Burger Toppings

• Whole wheat burger buns
• Sliced tomato
• Butter lettuce
• Sliced red onion
• Sliced avocado
• Mustard (to taste)

About the Ingredients

This veggie burger combines protein-rich chickpeas and hearty oats for a filling and nutritious patty. Carrots add natural sweetness and crunch, while red onions and garlic powder enhance the flavor. The lemon juice gives the burger a zesty brightness, and olive oil helps to bring everything together and achieve a crisp exterior when cooked.

Cooking Instructions

1. In a food processor, add chickpeas, oats, carrots, red onion, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Pulse until the mixture is mostly smooth but still has some texture.
2. Add lemon juice and pulse again until fully combined.
3. Form the mixture into 6 equal-sized patties using your hands.
4. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Cook patties for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy.
6. Toast burger buns if desired, and assemble with lettuce, tomato, red onion, avocado, and mustard.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade veggie burgers!

Nutrition Info (Approx. per Serving)

• Calories: 230 kcal
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbohydrates: 30 g
• Fat: 9 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sodium: 400 mg

Cooking Tips

• If the mixture feels too wet to shape, add more oats 1 tablespoon at a time until it firms up.
• For extra flavor, add smoked paprika or cumin to the mix.
• You can bake the patties at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes (flipping halfway) for a lower-oil option.
• These patties freeze well—store uncooked patties in an airtight container between parchment layers for up to 1 month.