Category: Dinner

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Elevate your chicken breast dinner with this simple and elegant Chicken Pan Sauce. Made with simple ingredients you already have in your kitchen, this sauce takes just 20 minutes to make and will please even the pickiest palates! It’s flavorful, juicy, and a must-have in your recipe book.

We’ve all been there. It’s another chicken-for-dinner kind of day and even we are feeling uninspired. The good news is, I’m a mom who’s been cooking for kids for a long time, so I’ve got a huge collection of quick and easy chicken dinner ideas. This chicken pan sauce is a great one to start with because it’s SO easy and delicious. If you’re still looking for ideas, try this Honey Butter Baked Chicken, this super Easy Butter Chicken, and this flavorful Grilled Teriyaki Chicken.

Chicken in a Pan Sauce

Oh chicken breast. You know, that flavorless sometimes dry piece of chicken that no one is really THAT excited to see on the plate. Take that chicken breast and turn it into a tender, juicy, flavorful dinner with a chicken pan sauce! I’m serious, it CAN be done. I just did it last week with this recipe and I promise, your family is going to love it just as much as mine did. Why? Because it’s foolproof. It’s a simple sauce of olive oil, butter, garlic, shallot, and chicken broth. Add in a few seasonings, and there is nothing in this sauce that picky eaters won’t like, and everything to love!

We make chicken a lot at our house. Feeding a family isn’t cheap these days and chicken gets the bellies full on a budget. I’ve found a lot of ways to dress up chicken because it gets bland and boring without a little effort. That’s why I love this chicken pan sauce because when I’m not feeling creative, this pan sauce is flavorful and filling without a bunch of extra ingredients. Serve this chicken with some instant pot rice, some quick air fryer frozen broccoli, or an air fryer vegetable mix for a well rounded and seriously simple dinner.

Ingredients

I love how simple the ingredients are for this chicken pan sauce. You most likely have all of these ingredients on hand already. This is a chicken dish that is totally flavorful while still really easy to cook. You don’t have to have any chef skills to cook this chicken to perfection. Everyone will be asking you for your recipe! This sauce is also amazing with steak, pork chops, or really any protein. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

• Olive Oil: Olive oil has a really mild flavor and it is a healthy oil to cook your chicken in.
• Chicken Breast: You will pound your chicken breast with a mallet until it is about a half inch thick. You will sear the chicken first to get a layer of flavor on the bottom of the pan.
• Salt and Pepper: I used Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to season the chicken.
• Italian Seasoning: I make my own homemade blend because the flavors are so much more fresh and there is no added salt in my mix.
• Shallot: Shallot is a little more sweet and has a more mild flavor than onion. I really like to use it in this dish, but you could use an onion instead.
• Garlic: Garlic is sweet and savory and so full of flavor. It really ramps up the flavor in this sauce.
• Butter: I just think butter makes everything better! Butter has fats that really help to bring this sauce together.
• Chicken Broth or White Wine: I use chicken broth because I rarely have white wine on hand, but either is a great option! They both have their benefits, so you can try them both out to see which one you like better.

Chicken with Pan Sauce

This chicken pan sauce is a simple recipe that seriously took me 20 minutes from start to finish. I just make sure to get all of my ingredients out and ready to go, and once you start cooking it all comes together so fast. Not to mention how amazing my house smelled while it was cooking! My family ended up in the kitchen asking what was for dinner, and seriously enjoyed this meal.

1. Pound Chicken and Season: Pound the chicken breasts to ½ inch thickness using a kitchen mallet if they are too thick. Season both sides of the breasts with 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
2. Add Oil to Pan: Add the olive oil to a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
3. Sear Chicken: Add the seasoned chicken to the pan to sear and then cook for about 5 minutes on each side. The chicken should no longer be pink and golden on the outside.
4. Set Chicken Aside: Remove the cooked chicken from the pan and set aside.
5. Make Sauce: To make the chicken pan sauce turn the heat down to medium-high. Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan. Then add the diced onion and garlic and saute for 2 minutes or until tender.
6. Add Liquid: Pour the broth or white wine and deglaze the pan. Stir or whisk to get all the flavors from the pan into the sauce. Simmer to reduce the sauce to slightly thicken. Add more liquid and continue to reduce if you want more sauce.
7. Whisk: Stir in 1 tablespoon of butter to add richness. Whisk in the remaining 1 teaspoon of Italian seasoning.
8. Season: Season to taste with kosher salt and cracked black pepper. You can add more flavor using other dried herbs if you desire.

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This creamy lemon chicken piccata is a quick and easy one-pot meal that’s on the dinner table in 30 minutes! Tender breaded chicken in a creamy lemon sauce that the entire family will love.

Chicken is a favorite protein around here with its mild flavor. It works for so many different recipes! You will have to try some of my other favorites, Lemon Garlic Chicken, Marry Me Chicken, and Tuscan Garlic Chicken!

Creamy Lemon Chicken Piccata Recipe

One of our favorite meals of the week was this creamy chicken piccata. My favorite part was that it was a one-pot meal and ready to eat in 30 minutes! This also means easy clean-up! It’s just like the classic chicken piccata dish, but with the added lemon tang. It gives it such a fresh and delicious taste to the creamy sauce. The chicken has a delicious breading on the outside and is so perfect served over some pasta. Everyone in my family loved this meal. It had such a delicious flavor and will be one that we make again and again!

This American-Italian favorite is so creamy and delicious. Piccata literally means, pounded flat and cooked in a sauce of lemon, parsley, and butter. Cooked in one pan and in 30 minutes means you can have an incredible meal on the table in no time. Don’t be scared of the capers! They really make the dish amazing. If you have never had them, this is the perfect dish to try them with. If you love seafood, you’ll have to try this salmon piccata as well! It’s so delicious and packed with light, bright flavor!

Ingredients Needed

Super simple ingredients come together to make an irresistible meal. Serve your creamy lemon chicken piccata with a nice green salad, homemade breadsticks or rolls, and you have a winning dinner on your hands!

• Chicken: Boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded flat if needed. This is so they cook more evenly!
• Salt and Pepper: Season to taste.
• Flour: Creates a nice breading on the chicken.
• Butter: To cook the chicken in. It also adds a deliciously rich flavor!
• Olive Oil: Also used to cook and add flavor.
• Chicken Broth: A savory base for the sauce.
• Lemons: Fresh whole lemons to use for juice and garnish.
• Heavy Cream: You can also substitute half and half, but it won’t be as creamy in texture.
• Capers: Look for these with the pickles and jarred pepperoncini.
• Parsley: (Optional) For garnish and extra flavor.
• Angel Hair Pasta: You can also use spaghetti noodles if you would like.

Making the Perfect Lemon Chicken Piccata

If needed, take the time to pound your chicken to get it nice and thin. You won’t regret it. They will cook faster and more evenly!

1. Prepare Skillet, Season Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons butter and 2 tablespoons of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then salt and pepper each side of the chicken breasts
2. Adjust Thickness: If the chicken breasts are overly thick, pound them to be thinner. Then the cooking time will be shorter.
3. Flour: Using a shallow bowl, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture.
4. Brown: Then put the chicken breasts in the skillet. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked throughout and no longer pink. Then remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
5. Sauce: Turn the heat to medium-low. Then add juice from lemons, heavy cream, and capers. Bring the sauce to a boil and then return to medium-low heat. Test the sauce and then season with salt and pepper as needed. Allow the sauce to cook and bubble for about 3 minutes.
6. Serve: Serve the chicken over cooked pasta and then spoon the piccata sauce over top. Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

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You are going to fall in love with this quick and easy 8 Can Chicken Taco Soup recipe! It is the perfect dinner when there is no time to run to the grocery store but the family needs dinner, like, NOW. Grab these ingredients right out of your pantry and whip up a delicious and flavorful soup!

Taco soup is definitely a favorite at my house! This recipe is just one of my favorites, and it’s perfect for a super busy night. Try this crockpot taco soup, this delicious and easy cheesy taco soup or this low in calories skinny taco soup for more fun variations of one of my favorite dishes!

8 Can Taco Soup with Chicken

I love how easy this recipe is and that I have these 8 cans on hand at any given time. Add it all together and create one amazingly easy dish that is thrown into a stove top pot or slow cooker. As the taco soup is cooking the flavors begin to combine creating an irresistible soup. It is thick, rich and chunky! This taco soup is fresh and comforting in every bite!

This chicken taco soup is perfect served with a side of roasted carrots or zucchini spears if you have the time. It’s also great with a fresh wedge salad for some extra nutrients. If you don’t have the time to make anything along side this soup, then that’s ok! This soup has everything you need for a hearty and filling meal that everyone will love.

Everything You’ll Need

Each ingredient in this chicken taco soup is something you probably already have in your pantry! It is simple to make and a tried and true favorite chicken taco soup. If you are a fan of quick and easy recipes than this one is for you. You really just need 8 cans and that’s it! Now, I know not everyone is a fan of all the ingredients in canned items, so you can obviously substitute anything canned for whatever fresh ingredients you want. One I often substitute is a rotisserie chicken for canned chicken. You can find measurements below in the recipe card.

Chicken Taco Soup Ingredients

• Tomatoes: Diced in a can, I add the entire can.
• Corn: Drain the corn and add to the pot.
• Black Beans: First drain and then rinse the beans well to make sure the salt is washed off. I think they taste way better this way.
• Pinto Beans: Adds the extra thickness that are creamy. Prepare them the same way as the other canned beans.
• Cream of Chicken Soup: Thick soup mixed with small chicken bites. All ready to be added to the soup once opened. You could also use a homemade recipe if you are trying to cut back on salt!
• Chicken Breast: Tender chicken in a can that is ready in minutes. Drain and add it in, or use a rotisserie chicken or boil chicken, then take it off the bone and add.
• Green Enchiladas Sauce: Bring on some spice with this enchilada sauce.
• Chicken Broth: A savory liquid that fills this soup with chicken flavoring.
• Homemade Taco Seasoning: My homemade taco seasoning is so good and easy to make. Make ahead of time and store for 3 months! Obviously you can use a store-bought version, they are just much higher in salt.

Optional Toppings

• Olives: Sliced from a jar or can.
• Avocado: I like to add fresh avocado for a little contrast of flavor and color. They are delicious and full of vitamins.
• Sour Cream: A dollop on top is just what this soup needs!
• Tortilla Strips: A crunch that brings texture to the soup.
• Lime Wedges: The acid in the lime brightens up the whole soup, it’s perfect!

8 Can Chicken Taco Soup Recipe

Try this chicken taco soup with 8 cans and taco seasoning to make one AMAZINGLY delicious soup.  All the flavor you know and love with the comfort of family around your dinner table. The smell of this soup will fill your house and make your mouth water. You won’t believe it is all from canned ingredients!

1. Add Ingredients: In a large pot add the diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, cream of chicken, chicken breast, green enchilada sauce, chicken broth, and homemade taco seasoning. 
2. Cook: Bring to a boil and then reduce to a simmer over medium heat. Let simmer for 5 minutes and then serve with desired toppings.

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Creamy Bacon Carbonara is a classic Italian creamy pasta. Bacon, mushrooms, and onions are cooked together and tossed in a cheesy, rich egg yolk sauce for an easy 30-minute meal! A quick and easy dinner that is made in minutes!

Pasta is a weekly special in our home! If you love pasta as much as we do, try this Creamy Garlic Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, this easy and delicious Creamy Chicken Bacon and Broccoli Ranch Pasta or one of our favorites, Creamy Pork Carnitas Pasta.

Creamy Bacon Carbonara

Carbonara is an Italian pasta dish from Rome made with egg, hard cheese, guanciale, and black pepper. I finally found a carbonara recipe that I love. The sauce is so creamy, cheesy, and so good. The best part is that the pickiest eater gobbled this down, and my other boy had seconds! It was pretty easy to throw the whole thing together. I felt like it was the perfect Sunday meal served with a side salad and garlic bread! This is the dish if you want a quick and easy delicious meal in just minutes. This creamy bacon carbonara only takes 30 minutes from start to finish!

It is simply delicious and so easy to make at home. Everyone will be raving over this incredible creamy pasta! I know many people are worried about the sauce breaking because of the egg. It was easier than I thought! Just go low and slow. It will totally work out! Once you try this recipe, you’ll want to try this easy pasta carbonara too. It’s delish!

Ingredients

Simplicity is key with this creamy bacon carbonara meal! The use of good quality ingredients is a must! For a fully traditional carbonara recipe, use pancetta instead of bacon. You can find the exact measurements below in the recipe card.

• Eggs: All you need is the yolks!
• Heavy Whipping Cream: Half and half will work, but for a rich, creamy blend, heavy whipping cream is my preference.
• Parmesan: Use a sharp, hard cheese of parmesan that is shaved instead of grated for a less gritty texture on your pasta.
• Parsley: Fresh and chopped up very fine, this adds color and some fragrant garnish.
• Salt: Season to your liking.
• Red Pepper Flakes: The red pepper adds a little kick of heat to the recipe.
• Bacon: A good thick-cut bacon or even a high-quality standard cut of bacon will make a difference. You can also use pancetta which is the traditional meat in the dish.
• Mushrooms: This is optional, but I love mushrooms and can’t leave them out.
• Onion: This is optional but adds a great flavor.
• Pasta: Linguine is my favorite, but spaghetti will work great too.

Creamy Bacon Carbonara Recipe

This creamy bacon carbonara recipe is simple to make but is a little delicate. Don’t try to rush through this recipe! The eggs will scramble if your pan is too hot, so make sure to take your time so you don’t end up with a scrambled mess. It is not a hard recipe. You just have to be a little patient.

1. Beat: Beat the eggs, cream, parmesan, parsley, salt, and red pepper together in a bowl.  
2. Fry: Fry the bacon until crisp, then crumble and set aside.  
3. Saúte: With 1 -2 Tablespoons of bacon grease, sauté the onion and the mushrooms until the onions are translucent and golden.  
4. Drain: Drain the pasta, and while it’s still warm, add the onions and mushrooms. 
5. Combine: Pour the cream mixture into the pasta, and stir over low heat for one to two minutes. Do this on low heat, or you will make scrambled eggs.
6. Garnish: Serve with additional parmesan.

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There is nothing more comforting than this absolutely perfect chicken pot pie! A flaky pie crust filled with chicken, veggies, and tons of flavor is just what you need on a cold winter day, or any day. This is a classic recipe you will definitely want in your recipe book!

I am a huge fan of chicken pot pie. We ate it growing up and it always just hits the spot! It’s a wholesome meal in just one dish and it’s something that everyone loves. It’s kind of like the perfect casserole! If you want some other fun casserole recipes, you need to try this Overnight Breakfast Casserole, this yummy Taco Casserole, and this incredible Hashbrown Casserole.

Homemade Chicken Pot Pie

When I think of comfort food, I think of a homemade chicken pot pie! It’s everything I want in a meal. Lots of flavor, delicious veggies, and covered in a buttery flaky crust. What’s not to absolutely love?! I have a great pie crust recipe that I share in the recipe card, but this butter pie crust recipe is also one of my favorites. I think some people shy away from making chicken pot pie at home because they think it will take forever. Think again! This recipe takes 20 minutes to make and an hour to bake.

The inside of this chicken pot pie is so flavorful, and while it’s baking it becomes this perfectly creamy and gravy like mixture. You are seriously going to love it! The best part is, it’s the perfect meal all on it’s own. I definitely love it with some mashed potatoes and fresh vegetables like this chilled cucumber tomato salad. There is no right or wrong way to serve this chicken pot pie, it’s a classic that everyone will love.

Ingredients

This absolutely perfect chicken pot pie recipe is a total classic. These ingredients are simple, straight forward, and so tasty when they all come together. Fresh and quality ingredients will always taste best. I didn’t include this but you can make a simple egg wash or brush the top of the crust with heavy cream to help it brown nicely. You can find exact measurements below in the recipe card.

Chicken Pot Pie

• Pie Crust: I absolutely love this homemade pie crust recipe, I think you will too! I like making extra and freezing some so that I can always pull some out of the freeer. A store bought pie crust will work too.
• Chicken Breast: You will want to either boil some chicken breast or roast it ahead of time. The chicken should be cooked and skinless for this recipe. You could use other parts of the chicken as well, the dark meat has lots of flavor.
• Butter: Butter makes everything better!
• Onion: Onions add a lot of flavor to the filling.
• Carrots: They get so soft and delicious!
• Celery: They have a nice light flavor and a great texture.
• Peas: This is optional. My picky eaters don’t like them but I love them!
• Flour: This will help the gravy get thick.
• Chicken Broth: This is what makes the filling so perfectly flavorful.
• Half and Half: This helps the sauce get nice and creamy.
• Lemon Juice: A little acid really brightens up the sauce and brings out all of the delicious flavors.

Seasonings

• Dried Parsley Flakes: This has a milk sweet flavor. You could also use dried basil instead.
• Pepper: This adds extra flavor and a little heat.
• Nutmeg: This might be a surprising ingredient, but nutmeg has a warm earthy flavor that goes a long way in this dish!
• Dried Thyme: I absolutely love thyme, and it is the perfect herb for this dish.
• Chicken Boullion: This is where a lot of the flavor comes from, and you will add it to taste. I would start with one teaspoon and give it a taste to see if you want more or not.
• Salt: Salt helps to bring out all the flavors in this dish.

Chicken Pot Pie Recipe

Homemade chicken pot pie is actually really easy to make! You don’t have to do anything special, just cook the filling in a pan before baking it. You will cook the vegetables until they are aldente, because you are still cooking them in the oven for an hour afterward. Other than that, there is nothing to worry about with this recipe!

1. Prep Crust: Prepare the pie crust by rolling out one crust to place in the bottom of a deep dish 9″ pie dish. Make sure the crust is bigger than the pan dish so there is extra to create a pretty edge when you seal it.
2. Cook Veggies: Melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium-sized pot over medium heat. Add the onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until soft and tender for about 5 minutes. Set aside.
3. Make Roux: In a large stock pot, melt ¼ cup butter. Stir in the flour and whisk to make a roux. The mixture will look like a paste. This helps to thicken the filling
4. Whisk Liquids In: Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and milk.
5. Add Seasonings: Add the lemon juice, salt, pepper, parsley, thyme, nutmeg, and chicken bouillon. Stir frequently until the mixture becomes thick.
6. Stir in Veggies: Remove from the heat. Then stir in the cooked chicken pieces and veggie mixture.
7. Taste: Taste and adjust the seasonings or add salt or chicken flavoring if needed.
8. Add to Crust: Pour the mixture into the crust of the pie dish.
9. Top with Crust: Roll the remaining pie crust over the top and then pinch the edges shut. Then cut slits in the top of the pie.
10. Bake: Bake for 1 hour at 375 degrees Fahrenheit, or until golden brown.
11. Cool and Enjoy: Allow to cool slightly and serve!

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Juicy and succulent Steak Diane is the perfect dinner for any occasion. Diane refers to the delicious cream sauce made that includes mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and Cognac. The steak is flattened and seared in butter, and couldn’t be more flavorful!

At my house, a steak dinner is a real treat that we can all look forward to. It’s everyone’s favorite and always what they ask for on their birthdays and other special occasions. If your family is the same way, you have to try this super easy Juicy Air Fryer Steak, this delicious Skillet Salisbury Steak, and this divine New York Steak.

What is Steak Diane?

Steak diane is a beef dish that is served with a mushroom cognac sauce that is typically flambeed. The sauce has heavy cream, mustard, and broth to give it lots of depth of flavor. There are no flames needed to get a great flavor in this sauce! It really hits the spot, and the whole family loves it too! The best part is, it’s almost a complete meal all on it’s own. I like to add some grilled asparagus or air fryer broccoli for an extra veggie. This dish is of course AMAZING served with some mashed potatoes too!

Sometimes I just really crave a good steak! Sometimes its as simple as some slow cooker beef tips, and other times I want a full on prime rib. The latter is usually just for special occasions! Sometimes, I want a dinner that feels and tastes just as expensive as a prime rib dinner, but for half the cost. This steak diane recipe is the perfect solution! It’s a delicious, tender, and flavorful piece of meat smothered in a yummy creamy mushroom sauce. You tenderize the steak, then make a delicious mushroom and cream sauce in the same pan that you cook the meat. It blends all the flavors together for a delicious balanced flavor.

Ingredients

The traditional steak diane recipe doesn’t include mushrooms. I really like including them because they add a lot of rich and hearty flavor to the sauce. You could also include garlic, it does the same thing for the sauce. This dish would also be delicious garnished with fresh parsley and chives. Make this recipe your own! You can find the exact measurements below in the recipe card.

• Olive Oil: I prefer to cook my steaks in olive oil, but you can use your favorite cooking oil here.
• Butter: This adds a lot of flavor to the steak and helps them get a nice color.
• Beef Tenderloin Steaks: The quality of the meat will make a difference. I would get a nice piece of meat but it doesn’t have to be the most expensive since you will be tenderizing it.
• Shallot: This adds tons of flavor to the sauce.
• Button Mushrooms: I prefer button mushrooms for this sauce, but you could use pretty much any kind of mushroom.
• Cognac or Brandy: It is traditional to add cognac to the sauce. You could substitute brandy or broth if you don’t want to add any alcohol.
• Beef Broth: Beef broth adds extra flavor and liquid to the sauce which makes it the perfect consistency.
• Heavy Cream: This is what makes the sauce so thick and creamy. It really makes a huge difference!
• Worcestershire Sauce: It’s sweet, sour, and spicy, and perfect in the sauce!
• Dijon Mustard: It’s tangy and sharp and keeps the sauce really flavorful.
• Dried Italian Seasonings: I like to make my own blend for the freshest flavors, you can find the recipe here.
• Kosher Salt and Cracked Black Pepper: To taste!

Steak Diane Recipe

Don’t be fooled by the number of steps in this steak diane recipe, it is all really easy! First, you will pound the meat until it is about 1 inch thick. This will keep it really tender and help it all cook evenly. You sear the steaks in the pan, and then make the sauce in the same pan. This gets all of those delicious flavors into the sauce. Add your steaks back in to finish warming and you have the most amazing dinner!

Cook Steak

1. Pound: Pound the steaks down to 1-inch thickness with a kitchen mallet then season both sides of each steak with salt and pepper.
2. Cook Steak: Heat the butter and oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steaks to the skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side. Then cook to the desired doneness. Medium-rare steak is cooked to 135 degrees Fahrenheit, but you can cook it longer if you like it more well done. Transfer the cooked steaks to a plate and then tent with foil. Now you will make the sauce for steak diane.

Make Sauce

1. Cook Mushrooms: In the same skillet cook the sliced mushrooms for 3-5 minutes, or until softened. Then remove from the skillet and set aside.
2. Saute Shallot: Again, in the same skillet sauté the shallot over medium heat for 1-2 minutes, until softened. Add additional olive oil if needed.
3. Add Cognac: Add the cognac and cook for 1 minute until the alcohol is almost evaporated. Then use a spatula to scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet. You can substitute the alcohol with beef broth if you prefer to leave it out.
4. Add Broth: Stir in the beef broth and bring to a boil over high heat. Cook until thickened, about 2 minutes.
5. Add Ingredients: Stir in the cream, dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
6. Add Mushrooms: Add the cooked mushrooms back into the sauce.
7. Season: Season with dried Italian seasonings, salt, and pepper.
8. Add Steaks: Return the steaks to the sauce in the skillet. Spoon the sauce over the steaks and heat through until warm.
9. Season: Season with additional salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh herbs and enjoy!

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These easy-to-make crab cakes are filled with thick chunks of crab meat mixed together with creamy mayonnaise and sweet red bell pepper, topped off with a kick of red pepper flakes. The BEST crab cake recipe you will ever use!

These are perfect for a quick dinner, appetizer or snack! If you love seafood as much as I do try this Cajun Popcorn Shrimp, Grilled Lemon Garlic Scallops or Walnut Crusted Maple Salmon.

Best Crab Cake recipe

Since you guys have been loving these salmon croquettes so much I decided to make for you the best crab cakes that you will ever eat! These seriously are SO good and simple to make. The best part, is my kids eat them not knowing they’re made with crab! The whole family will love these crab cakes. They work great as an appetizer, side dish or served as a quick snack. Whenever I make them, my family can’t get enough of their crispy texture and savory flavor.

Not only are they absolutely delicious, but these crab cakes are so quick and easy to make as well! If you’re ever in a pinch and need to make an appetizer that everyone will love, this is definitely the recipe to try! Everyone will be raving after the first bite. Serve them up with homemade tartar sauce or chipotle mayo for some kick. Don’t blame me if these homemade crab cakes become a new obsession!

What You Need to Make Crab Cakes

Combine all the ingredients together for a quick bowlful of flavor! The best thing about these crab cakes is that you probably have everything to make them in your pantry right now. This makes them so easy to whip up! Check out the recipe card below for exact measurements.

• Crab Meat: Works best if it’s in lump form.
• Mayonnaise: Sticks everything together making a creamy and soft texture!
• Panko: Creates a light, crunchy breading. You can also use homemade breadcrumbs. Find my full recipe here!
• Flour: Helps hold everything together and will give the cakes a crispy crunch on the outside.
• Egg: Binds all the ingredients together.
• Green Onion: Adds a sweet but savory flavor and hint of texture.
• Red Bell Pepper: Adds fresh flavor and a bit of crunch.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Helps to balance out flavors.
• Cajun Seasoning: Adds a pop of spicy Southern flavor!
• Lemon: Citrus complements the flavor of these crab cakes perfectly.
• Vegetable Oil: This will help cook them to a crisp, golden brown.

How to Make Crab Cakes

It only takes 2 steps to whip up these homemade crab cakes. 2 steps!! They’re so easy but taste like they came from your favorite seafood restaurant!

1. Preparing the Filling: In a large bowl add the crabmeat, mayonnaise, Panko, flour, egg, green onion, bell pepper, Worcestershire sauce, Cajun seasoning, and lemon juice. Mix together and shape into patties.
2. Cooking the Cakes: In a large saucepan add the oil and then heat to medium-high. Add the patties to the pan and then fry until they are brown on each side for 4-5 minutes. Serve with your favorite sauce.

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Smothered Pork Chops are tender, savory, and satisfyingly covered in a creamy mushroom gravy.  This one-pan dinner is the perfect comforting dinner at home that your family will love!

Forget everything you know about pork chops being dry and flavorless! These pork chops are so packed with flavor you won’t believe it, and they are so moist and perfectly cooked that my family instantly loved this recipe. After you try this recipe, you’ll have to try these fun Hawaiian Pork Chops, these delicious Baked Stuffed Pork Chops, and these easy Juicy Air Fryer Pork Chops.

Smothered Pork Chops in an Amazing Mushroom Gravy

When you need a restaurant-quality meal at home, these smothered pork chops are the perfect choice!  The creamy gravy is so flavorful thanks to the one-pan method this recipe uses.  Those delicious bits on the bottom of the pan get scraped up into the gravy along with earthy mushrooms and rich heavy cream.  Smother your pork in this flavorful and satisfying gravy for the perfect juicy meat. I love to serve them with mashed cauliflower and some sautéed garlic asparagus with bacon!

This classic dish is not only incredibly delicious, but it is also affordable and a family favorite. The creamy gravy and tender, fall-apart meat is homemade goodness that will make you a very popular cook! This is a great recipe to add to the meal-planning dinner recipes. For other meal planning ideas, check out these totally delicious healthy meals!

Ingredients

One thing you won’t see in this ingredient list is canned soup! This is a made-from-scratch smothered pork chops recipe that is just as easy as using cans, without all those unknown ingredients. You could throw in some onions with the mushrooms to add a little extra flavor. You can find the exact measurements below in the recipe card.

• Olive Oil: Add to pan warmed to medium high heat before adding in pork chops.
• Salt and Pepper: These are used to add flavor and to bring out all of the flavors in the other ingredients.
• Thick Cut Pork Chops: Either bone-in or boneless will work, just adjust your cook time since bone-in will take a few minutes more on each side.
• Sliced Mushrooms: Crimini, white, or portobello all work well.
• Butter: Add to pan and whisk with flour to begin gravy.
• Flour: Whisk together with butter until brown to start your gravy.
• Beef Broth: Adds flavorful base to the gravy. You could use chicken broth instead.
• Heavy Cream: Thick rich cream in the gravy mixed together with Worcestershire.
• Worcestershire Sauce: Adds a little bit of tanginess to the gravy.

Smothered Pork Chop Recipe

Depending on the size of your pork chops, this could easily be a 30-minute meal! On top of being quick, clean-up is simple because it is all made in one pan! Just another reason that these smothered pork chops will be a family favorite.

1. Heat Oil: In a medium sized skillet over medium high heat add the olive oil.
2. Season Pork Chops and Cook: Salt and pepper the pork chops and add to the sauce pan. Sear on each side for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through and golden brown.  Remove and set aside on a plate.
3. Sauté Mushrooms: Add the mushrooms and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until tender. Set aside on plate with pork chops.
4. Whisk Together Gravy: Add 4 Tablespoons butter and flour to skillet and whisk until it turns brown. Slowly stir in beef broth and heavy cream. Add Worcestershire sauce and dijon mustard and bring to a simmer until sauce starts to thicken. Salt and pepper to taste.
5. Combine and Simmer: Add the pork chops and mushrooms back to the skillet and let simmer for a couple of minutes.
6. Serve: Plate and serve over mashed potatoes if desired.