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Don’t underestimate a homemade patty melt! This is no average sandwich- it’s crispy bread filled to the brim with a homemade patty and LOTS of cheese. To top it off, it’s got savory and sweet caramelized onions that just make your mouth water.

If you can’t tell, I’m a sandwich girl. I think there is so much to be said about a well-made sandwich. Warm, cold, pressed, or so big you can barely stuff them in your mouth- I love them all! If you are in the mood for a really amazing sandwich, you’ve got to try this Corned Beef Sandwich, this amazing Meatloaf Sandwich, and this classic Monte Cristo Sandwich.

What Is a Patty Melt?

You could consider it a burger with bread instead of a bun, or a grilled cheese with a patty! Really, however you look at it, it’s the best fusion of flavors you’ll have in a long time! It’s so simple and easy to make too, you’re family will be blown away that it’s just a few simple ingredients! First, choose your favorite type of bread. I chose rye bread for this recipe, but you could use brioche, sourdough bread, good old white bread, or anything in between. Then, you make your patty and caramelize your onions. Make sure you have lots of your favorite cheese on hand too! I used Swiss and Provolone, but get creative with what you have!

Ok, from here it’s pretty simple, but the trick to a great patty melt is crispy bread. There’s nothing more disappointing than bread that is smashed flat and still soft and soggy. So make sure to follow my instructions for deliciously crispy bread. You can add a sauce to this recipe if you want! I love boom boom sauce or this classic fry sauce. Just imagine what kind of sauce you like on your burger, and it would go perfectly on this patty melt!

Ingredients

This recipe is really just beef, onions, bread, and cheese!! I absolutely adore a simple straightforward list of ingredients, and this sandwich is exactly that. You can also add literally anything you want to this sandwich. Make it your own! I talk more about what to add to this sandwich below in the recipe card. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

• Ground Beef: You are making your own patties! I love just a simple seasoning of salt and pepper, but you can add whatever flavors you want! If you want to cut down on prep time you could buy hamburger patties from the store.
• Salt and Pepper: To flavor the meat.
• Butter: To cook the onions.
• Onion: You want them fairy thinly sliced so they are easy to bite into once they are on the sandwich.
• Water: You will add water to the pan while you are cooking the onions. This helps to get them nice and caramelized!
• Rye Bread or Choice of Bread: I prefer rye bread with this recipe, but you can use whatever type of bread you like! I talk more about options below in the tip box.
• Swiss Cheese: I love the unique flavor of swiss and think it pairs perfectly with the caramelized onions!
• Provolone Cheese: Provolone is creamy soft cheese perfect for melting.

Patty Melt Recipe

This is a classic patty melt recipe. You grab some pieces of bread, a slice of cheese, a beef patty, and some onions. That’s it! I walk you through how to get the most out of your ingredients. The total time for making this recipe is about 20 minutes. For how delicious it turns out, it’s worth every second!

Prep Ingredients

1. Cook Patties: Heat a large skillet over medium high heat. Split your ground beef in half and form two patties the same size and shape as your bread. Season your patties with salt and pepper and cook them on your skillet, about 1-2 minutes per side. Allow each side to cook until they have developed a dark brown crust. Remove from heat and set aside
2. Caramelize Onions: Melt 2 tablespoons of your butter in your skillet and add your prepared onions and toss in the butter. Add in t tablespoons of your water and cook the onions, continually tossing to evenly cook them. Once the water has cooked off then add another 2 tablespoons and Continue cooking. If the onions still need time to fry and crisp up, then add another 2 tablespoons of water and cook the water off. They should be soft but caramelized.
3. Toast Bread: Melt the remaining butter in the skillet and place two pieces of your bread on the skillet, toast one side of each slice for about 3 minutes. Remove from the skillet and then place 2 slices of swiss on one piece on the cooked side, and 2 slices of provolone on the other piece on the cooked side.

Put It All Together

1. Assemble Patty Melt: Put your cooked patty onto one of the cheese covered breads and then cover the patty with half of the cooked onions. Place the other cheese covered slice cheese side down on top of the sandwich and then place the whole sandwich back in the skillet.
2. Toast Sandwich: Cook each side for 2-3 minutes until the outside of the sandwich is toasted. Then repeat assembly of the sandwich with the next two slices of bread, cheese, patty, and remaining onions.
3. Enjoy: Enjoy fresh!

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This Million Dollar Spaghetti casserole has the perfect name- it really tastes like a million bucks! It’s the perfect combination of lasagna and spaghetti, how can it get better than that?

I am always up for a great pasta dish! They are economical and super tasty, I mean, who is disappointed with pasta for dinner right? If you are in the market for some more delicious pasta recipes, you’ve got to try this Pasta Primavera, this yummy Creamy Tuscan Sausage Pasta, and this Spinach Artichoke Pasta.

Million Dollar Spaghetti Casserole

This million dollar spaghetti is like the perfect mash up of spaghetti and lasagna. It’s layers of spaghetti noodles, yummy marinara sauce, a cheese blend (that of course includes cream cheese!) and, oh yeah, more cheese! I really can’t even express in words how dreamy this dish is! Just think of your favorite pasta dish (mine is Bacon Carbonara), and times that by 10. Ok maybe that’s a little overkill, but seriously, this casserole is a must try.

This recipe takes about as long as a lasagna recipe, so make sure you plan ahead. The hardest part is smelling it and knowing that it needs a while to cool off before you can cut into it. But while this delicious dish is in the oven, you can be making your wedge salad to go along with it! Let’s get on to the good stuff and make this yummy recipe.

Ingredients in Million Dollar Spaghetti

Don’t be intimidated by this list of ingredients. Million dollar spaghetti is actually really simple to put together and doesn’t require any more ingredients than lasagna! I prefer to use a variety of cheeses to really put this dish over the top, but I talk more about cheese substitutes below in the tip box. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

Spaghetti Layer

• Spaghetti: Spaghetti noodles cooked according to the package.
• Marinara Sauce: I like to make my own at home when I have time! If you don’t just grab your favorite brand from the store.
• Butter: I prefer unsalted so this dish doesn’t end up too salty.

Meat Layer

• Olive Oil: The perfect flavor with pasta noodles.
• Ground Beef: This recipe calls for both meats, but you could just use one or the other if you prefer!
• Ground Sausage: I like Italian sausage because it already has great seasonings in it.
• Onion: Chopped onion gives texture and savory flavors.
• Garlic: A must when it comes to Italian inspired dishes.
• Marinara Sauce: Same sauce as mentioned above!
• Dried Italian Seasoning: I like to make my own blend because it tastes way better homemade! You can also use your favorite store-bought brand.
• Salt and Pepper: For extra flavor.
• Mozzarella Cheese: It’s a must!

Creamy Cheese Layer

• Cream Cheese: Tangy and creamy, you’re going to love it!
• Sour Cream: I like to add sour cream because it brings out all of the flavors in the meat in my opinion.
• Ricotta Cheese: You could use cottage cheese instead.
• Mozzarella Cheese: Shredded, or you can slice it from a log. If you choose the log just layer it on top of the cheese mixture instead of mixing it in a bowl together.
• Parmesan Cheese: Fresh is best!

Million Dollar Spaghetti Recipe

This million dollar spaghetti is way easy to assemble! You really just need one large pot for cooking the pasta. While the pasta is cooking, you can also be browning your meat in a large skillet. Make sure you don’t cook your noodles all the way or they will turn mushy in the oven. This dish spends a total of 40 minutes in the oven and needs time to cool before it is ready to serve, so make sure you give yourself plenty of time!

Spaghetti Layer

1. Cook Spaghetti: Cook the spaghetti noodles in boiling water according to the package directions. Cook them a few minutes less than the instructions because they will also cook and soften in the oven. Then drain the noodles.
2. Toss in Sauce: Once drained, then toss in 1 cup of marinara sauce to coat the noodles.

Meat Layer

1. Cook Meat: Add the olive oil to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Then dd the ground beef and ground sausage and cook until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess oil.
2. Add Seasonings: Add the onion and garlic and then cook for 3 minutes or until the onion is softened. Stir in Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Stir in Sauce: Turn off the heat and stir in 4 cups of marinara sauce.

Creamy Cheese Layer

1. Mix Cheeses: In a large mixing bowl, add the cream cheese, sour cream, and ricotta cheese. Mix to combine.
2. Add Parmesan and Mozzarella: Stir in the parmesan cheese and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese. Now it’s time to assemble our million dollar spaghetti.

Assemble Million Dollar Spaghetti

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Add Pasta: Add the pasta mixture to the bottom of the prepared pan.
3. Add Butter: Evenly distribute the pads of butter on top of the pasta.
4. Layer Cheese Mixture: Spread the cream cheese mixture and top of the pasta mixture.
5. Add Meat: Add the meat mixture on top of the cheese mixture.
6. Add Mozzarella: Sprinkle evenly with 1 ½ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
7. Cover and Bake: Cover with foil and then bake million dollar spaghetti for 30 minutes.
8. Bake: Uncover and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly!

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Creamy tuscan garlic scallops are infused in a savory garlic sauce that is absolutely to die for! Easy to make and filled to the brim with flavor, this is a MUST-make dinner for busy weeknights!

Tuscan dishes are some of my absolute favorites. Not only are they beyond easy to make and usually only take 30 minutes or so, but everyone in my family loves them! (Even the picky eaters!) You’ll have to try out my insanely popular Tuscan garlic chicken, sausage pasta, or garlic shrimp next. They’re restaurant quality meals without the effort!

Amazing Creamy Tuscan Garlic Scallops

Get ready to have your taste buds blown away by the divine dish that is creamy Tuscan garlic scallops. This dish is not only easy to make, but it’s also an absolute crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress even the pickiest of eaters. The sun-dried tomatoes release so much flavor into the sauce, while cream, wilted spinach leaves and garlic give it body. Then combined with tender, buttery scallops, it’s a knock-out dinner!

Believe me when I say that this dish is an absolute game-changer. The tender, succulent scallops paired with the rich and creamy sauce bursting with the tangy flavor of sun-dried tomatoes will have you swooning with delight. And the best part? It only takes 25 minutes to make. Even if you’re not familiar with making seafood, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal ready in no time! So, what are you waiting for? Get into that kitchen and treat yourself to some seriously scrumptious Tuscan garlic scallops. You’ll be a believer after one bite.

Tuscan Garlic Scallop Ingredients

For a perfect meal serve these creamy Tuscan scallops over pasta with a simple side salad and French bread. For a low-carb, keto-friendly meal, try it over your favorite roasted veggies, zoodles or mashed cauliflower to soak up this amazing sauce.

• Olive Oil: Avocado oil can be substituted here but I like using olive oil because of the fragrant, earthy flavor it gives the dish.
• Scallops: Soft, buttery, and soak up the sauce so well! If you don’t like scallops try fresh shrimp instead.
• Heavy Cream: Adds creaminess and makes the sauce rich and decadent. You can also use half and half for something that’s a little lighter.
• Chicken Broth:  A savory base for the sauce. You could also use vegetable broth!
• Garlic: You can never go wrong with fresh garlic! This is a must-add for any Tuscan dish.
• Garlic Powder: Adding garlic powder helps give you bold savory flavor.
• Italian Seasoning: My go-to blend of herbs! You can buy this from the store or make your own blend at home using my recipe here.
• Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grate your own for the best possible flavor!
• Spinach: Don’t be shy when adding spinach, it will cook down. I like to chop mine into small pieces.
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Find jarred sun-dried tomatoes where you find canned vegetables. You can also buy them online! Just be sure you have some on hand, these are what make the sauce taste so good.

How To Make Creamy Garlic  Scallops

Tuscan garlic scallops are so easy to make, you’ll feel like a culinary genius with minimal effort! It’s like impressing your dinner guests without breaking a sweat. You’ll have a delicious seafood dinner ready in the same time it takes to watch an episode of your favorite TV show!

1. Sear Scallops: Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat until it’s hot and sizzling. Thoroughly pat scallops dry with paper towels. Then add the scallops in a single layer, (you may need to work in small batches to avoid over crowding.) Sear until a nice golden crust forms, flip and sear on other side. Transfer to a plate once done.
2. Make the Sauce: In the same pan add a little more olive oil and sauté the minced garlic just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Then add the broth, cream, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and cheese. Whisk until it starts to thicken.
3. Simmer: Add the sun-dried tomatoes and spinach and let simmer till the spinach wilts.
4. Add: Gently add the scallops back to the sauce, giving it a quick stir. Serve Tuscan garlic scallops over your favorite pasta.

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Mexican Charro Beans, also known as Frijoles Charros, are loaded to the brim with flavor! Pinto beans are cooked in a chicken broth seasoned with warm and inviting spices. Throw in some bacon, tomato, onions, ham, and jalapeños for the perfect blend of bold flavors.

I just love Mexican food, it’s so packed with flavor! It’s definitely a crowd pleaser and I love making it for guests and friends and family. If you are looking for some more must-try Mexican food recipes, you’ve got to try this Mexican Chicken Corn Chowder, yummy Chilaquiles, and this Grilled Mexican Street Corn.

Charros Beans

I am in love with one pot dinners. Things like chili and this charro bean dish are life savers when you are looking for a simple yet flavorful meal to fill up some hungry bellies. I don’t even remember how I stumbled on this recipe, but I’ve been making it for a while now and can definitely say this is the perfect recipe! It’s simple and straightforward, and absolutely packed with bold and savory flavors. It’s not spicy, but you could definitely crank up the heat if you like it that way!

So if you’ve never heard of charro beans before, it is pretty similar to cowboy beans. It’s got bacon and ham instead of the classic ground beef we think of with a classic chili recipe. I honestly love it just as much as chili, it’s a heavily seasoned broth that leaves you wanting more and more. It’s also a really simple recipe to whip up so it’s definitely going to end up on your dinner calendar. It doesn’t really need a side dish, but we love eating it along with some skillet queso and tortilla chips!

Ingredients

I absolutely love this charro bean dish! So simple, and this list of ingredients is mostly spices because this is a flavor packed meal. I have also seen charro beans with chorizo instead of ham, which you could absolutely do! You can also add beer to the stock to make it a little stronger in flavor. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

• Bacon: I prefer a thicker cut of bacon, it just has a better texture in my opinion.
• Onion: Minced or diced into good size pieces so they cook evenly.
• Jalapeños: Seeded and chopped up pretty small. Remove the seeds so your dish isn’t too hot.
• Garlic: I prefer to use freshly minced garlic.
• Ham: Cubed into bite-size pieces.
• Pinto Beans: Canned so that they are already soft. I suppose you could cook them yourself if you felt like it!
• Diced Tomatoes: Canned, if you can find Mexican-style that’s a bonus!
• Chicken Broth: The base for the beans, you could use beef broth or vegetable stock instead!
• Cumin: It’s peppery and smoky, a must add!
• Brown Sugar: Sugar helps to balance out all of the savory flavors and add depth to the stock.
• Oregano: It’s a little spicy, and blends perfectly with these ingredients.
• Paprika: It’s actually a little fruity and brings amazing depth to the dish.
• Salt and Pepper: To taste.
• Cilantro and Limes: For garnish.

Charro Bean Recipe

You won’t be able to get enough of this flavorful charro bean dish! Make life easy and use canned beans so they are perfectly tender. Dried pinto beans are always an option but it will definitely add to your cooking time. This recipe is all made in one pot which makes it simple to whip up and clean up. As a mom of 4, I’m all about that!

1. Cook Bacon: In a medium pot, cook your diced bacon until it has your desired consistency, I cooked mine until it was just becoming crisp. Then remove the cooked bacon and place on a paper towel to soak up some of the fat. Drain all of the bacon fat from the pot, reserving 3 tablespoons in the pot.
2. Saute Ingredients: Add your diced onion, and jalapenos to the bacon fat in the pot and then saute over medium high heat until the onions are transparent, about 3-4 minutes. Add in the garlic and cubed ham and saute for an additional minute.
3. Add Rest of Ingredients: Add your bacon back into the pot along with your cans of beans, tomatoes, chicken broth, cumin, sugar, oregano, paprika, and salt and pepper. Bring it just to a boil then reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Enjoy: Serve fresh cilantro and limes.

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With this one-pot creamy chicken mushroom florentine, you’ll have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes! Plus, cleanup is easy! This hearty dish is filled with sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, mushrooms and the creamiest pasta! Your family is going to go crazy over it.

One-pot meals are always my go-to for busy weeknights. You get delicious, satisfying meals with minimal effort, and cleanup is a breeze! It’s a win-win. If you’re looking for more one-pot dinners to add to the meal lineup this week, give this beef stroganoff, parmesan chicken tortellini, or Cajun alfredo pasta a try!

One Pot Creamy Chicken Mushroom Florentine

If you’re not sure what to make for dinner tonight, look no further than this one pot chicken mushroom florentine! This delicious pasta dish is worth every carb! The creamy pasta sauce with fresh mushrooms and spinach is so perfect with the chicken. Then the sun-dried tomatoes give it a final hit of flavor and texture! It is insanely delicious and not hard to make at all. You’re going to love it!

Chicken mushroom florentine looks and tastes like a fancy gourmet meal, but is really simple and easy to cook in one pot! I love to make it when I’m feeding a crowd because everyone always loves it and it’s so easy to make a lot of. If you are looking for a meatless option, you can even make this as a creamy mushroom florentine without the chicken. It’s just as delicious that way as well! The flavorful sauce really does a lot of the heavy lifting here. Whether it’s a weeknight at home, or an elegant dinner party, this recipe is one I find myself pulling out time and again!

Ingredients Needed

This meal is so flavorful and filled with so many delicious things. It’s seriously one of my all-time favorite recipes! Sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, chicken, and spinach all cook in the creamy sauce and get tossed in the pasta. You really can’t go wrong with this combination of ingredients.

• Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts: Cut into one-inch pieces so they will cook evenly and quickly.
• Butter: Both unsalted or salted will work, just adjust your salting at the end accordingly.
• Olive Oil: Use a high-quality, extra virgin olive oil to cook the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and mushrooms in.
• Garlic Cloves: Minced garlic gives a rich, savory taste to the cream sauce.
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes: This is my favorite ingredient in this recipe because of their intense sweet and tart flavor! They really take the sauce from good to great.
• Small Mushrooms: Sliced and cooked with the garlic and tomatoes in olive oil. I used button mushrooms, but you could also use cremini or brown mushrooms.
• Flour: A small amount is added to the garlic and oil to create a roux.
• Chicken Broth: Gives the sauce a savory, flavorful base. You could also use a splash of white wine!
• Half and Half: Sweetens the sauce and makes it nice and creamy.
• Salt and Pepper: Season to taste!
• Garlic Powder: Even more garlic flavor? Always!
• Linguine: Break in half for easier cooking and serving. I love the way linguine tastes with the creamy sauce, but you can also swap this out for your favorite pasta! Penne is another great option, as it holds in all of the flavorful sauce.
• Grated Parmesan Cheese: Freshly grated parmesan makes a huge difference, trust me!
• Fresh Baby Spinach:  Thawed frozen spinach works in a pinch, but fresh is best. You can also use baby kale instead.

How to Make Chicken Mushroom Florentine

Not only is chicken mushroom florentine easy to make, but it only takes 20 minutes from start to finish! I know that you will not regret making this meal for your family. It is going to be a huge hit! My kids can never get enough.

1. Cook the Chicken Breasts: In a large skillet over medium high heat add the butter and cook the chicken until golden brown and no longer pink.
2. Cook Vegetables: Add the olive oil and cook the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and mushrooms until tender. Add in the flour and then cook for another minute.
3. Whisk Sauce and Simmer: Slowly add the chicken broth, half and half, salt, pepper, and garlic powder and whisk until incorporated.
4. Cook Pasta: Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until the pasta is tender.
5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from the heat and add the parmesan cheese and spinach and stir until the spinach starts to wilt. Then stir chicken mushroom florentine immediately.

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Homemade Chicken Lo Mein is a classic Chinese noodle dish that tastes so much better than takeout! Noodles drenched in a delicious savory sauce paired with perfectly cooked chicken and tender peppers and carrots makes for a yummy and satisfying meal.

I love Asian food in general. My kids also love Asian flavors so we end up making a LOT of Chinese and Korean food at my house. I may not always get it completely traditional, but it still turns out incredible and even better than takeout. Not to mention I get to choose the quality of ingredients which always makes me feel better. If you are in the mood for some other yummy Asian inspired dishes, you’ve got to try this Asian Ramen Salad, this delicious Cashew Chicken, and this Teriyaki Chicken.

Lo Mein Chicken

Chicken lo mein is a classic Chinese dish that you can easily make at home. It’s so flavorful and filling, and something that everyone will enjoy! Fresh peppers and carrots are cooked in a flavorful Asian inspired sauce, and that sauce gets sucked up by the noodles. They are the most flavorful noodles you’ll have! I like to add chicken to make the meal filling and hearty. This is a great dish to have on the menu.

I really love chicken chow mein, and the difference is mainly in the noodles. Chicken lo mein is made with wider and chewier noodles. You will find both on the menu at pretty much every Chinese restaurant. The flavors in this homemade version are SO much better than takeout, and it’s really fun to make too! The best part about this recipe is you don’t have to prepare any white rice or extra veggies because it’s a whole meal in one! I do like to take the extra step to make homemade wontons for the full restaurant experience, and I never regret it!

Ingredients

I like to keep things simple on this chicken lo mein recipe. You can include other ingredients like onion, eggs, and broccoli. Pretty much any veggie you want could work because this is similar to a stir fry. If you don’t have a wok you can just use your favorite frying pan. You can find the measurements below in the recipe card.

• Lo Mein Noodles: You will want to buy the wide egg noodles, they should be labeled as lo mein noodles.
• Chicken Breast: You will cut it up into smaller pieces so they are easier to eat and cook.
• Vegetable Oil: To cook the chicken. You could use your favorite oil instead.
• Carrot: Cooks until it’s perfectly tender and soaks up the sauce.
• Red Bell Pepper: Adds a mild sweet flavor to the dish.
• Shiitake Mushrooms: So savory and umami, I love them! You could use other mushrooms, these are just my favorite.
• Garlic: For extra flavor. I like to use fresh minced garlic.
• Brown Sugar: Helps balance out all the salty flavors and makes the sauce sticky and delicious.
• Soy Sauce: This is a must have ingredient, it’s the base for the sauce!
• Hoisin Sauce: You can easily make your own at home! I love making my own because it’s just a few easy ingredients and tastes so fresh.
• Sesame Oil: This is a no brainer, so full of flavor!
• Ground Ginger: I like using ground ginger so you don’t end up with bites of really spicy ginger. You could use fresh ginger if preferred.
• Red Pepper Flakes: Use as much as you like. I don’t make my food very spicy because my kids don’t like it, so add more if you want it.
• Black Pepper: Freshly ground is best!

Chicken Lo Mein Recipe

Chicken lo mein is actually super simple to make at home! If you’ve mastered spaghetti and a stir fry, then you can definitely make this meal. I recommend having two pots going at the same time. One is a deep pot to cook the noodles, and the other is a wok or frying pan to cook the chicken and veggies. You make the sauce separately, then put it all together. So simple, and so yummy!

1. Cook Noodles: Cook your noodles according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
2. Cook Chicken and Veggies: While the noodles are cooking, heat your vegetable oil in a medium sized skillet over medium high heat, add your chicken with some salt and pepper to taste, cook your chicken until it is nearly cooked through. Then add the garlic, carrots, red bell pepper, and mushrooms and saute for an additional 3-4 minutes.
3. Make Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together your garlic, brown sugar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, ground ginger, red pepper flakes, and pepper.
4. Put It All Together: Add your cooked noodles to the skillet with your chicken and vegetables. Then pour your sauce mixture over the skillet and toss to coat, sauteing everything together until your sauce thickens and everything has come together, about 5-8 minutes.
5. Enjoy: Remove from heat and serve fresh.

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This sushi bake is a deconstructed California sushi roll that is packed with flavor and all of your favorite sushi ingredients. It’s layers of delicious fish, sushi rice, and the best blend of seasonings. It’s an easy layered dish that is absolutely addicting!

The best part about sushi is that it’s considered healthy, right? Oh, and the amazing flavors. I’ve always been a little nervous about making sushi at home because it sounds labor intensive. This sushi bake is the perfect solution! Like any good casserole, it’s full of all of your favorite ingredients and flavors with a lot less work. For other great casserole dishes, you’ve got to try this Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole, this Breakfast Casserole, and this Turkey Mediterranean Casserole.

Recipe for Sushi Bake

So what is a sushi bake? It’s basically a deconstructed California roll and it’s SO addicting! It’s also really really easy to make, so you get all the flavors of your favorite sushi roll without all of the intimidation of knowing how to make it! I love that it has just a few simple ingredients like a perfectly baked salmon fillet and imitation crab meat. Then of course you have the classic sushi rice, which I teach you how to make in this recipe too. Then you top it with the most amazing blend of sauces for the ultimate touch. You’re going to love it!

You can also get creative with this recipe. With all casseroles, you get to create your own balance of flavors. You can take away or add ingredients to your hearts content! If you like other sushi rolls, try to incorporate their ingredients here. I have never made sushi at home, but I hope to in the near future. In the meantime, I will stick to my poke bowls and sushi casserole!

Ingredients

A sushi bake is basically the best casserole you will ever have. It’s layers of what you would find in a sushi roll, which makes it easy to make at home and great for feeding a crowd. You can use tuna instead of salmon if you felt like it. I love a sprinkle of sesame seeds over the top, but that’s up to you! You can find the ingredients below in the recipe card.

The Basics

• Imitation Crab Meat: The leg style. Of course you can buy real crab meat instead if wanted!
• Salmon Fillet: You will cook it first before putting it into the bake.
• Salt and Pepper: For seasoning the salmon.
• Sushi Rice or Short Grain Rice: It’s sticky and a little sweet with hints of vinegar. It’s so amazing, you have to make it!
• Rice Vinegar: For the sushi rice, I share how to make it below in the recipe card.
• Granulated Sugar: This is added to the sushi rice to help it get sticky.
• Salt: For the rice, helps to bring out all the yummy flavors.
• Water: To cook the rice.
• Cream Cheese: Cream cheese and sushi were made for each other, you are going to love it!

Sauces and Seasonings

• Kewpie Mayo: I love this brand of mayo for sushi, but it’s optional. Any mayonnaise will work.
• Sriracha: It’s perfectly spicy and goes great with Asian foods.
• Nori Sheets: This is a seaweed sheet. I think I’ve even seen it at Costco. You should be able to find some at your local grocery store or at Asian grocery stores.
• Spicy Mayo: You are already adding mayo and sriracha, so if you don’t want to buy another mayo, sriracha mayo is a great idea.
• Eel Sauce: I like to make my own at home because it’s just a thickened soy sauce. You can also find it easily in stores, it is sometimes called unagi sauce.
• Sesame Seeds: Just brings the whole bake together!
• Green Onion: For garnish:
• Cilantro: For garnish.

Sushi Bake Recipe

Get ready for a super fun and unique recipe that you just won’t be able to get enough of! This sushi bake literally disappeared off of my table. I had to hunt down my other casserole dish and make a second because I just didn’t get enough. You cut it into slices and can wrap those slices in more seaweed to get that fun sushi effect. Seaweed tastes amazing paired with sushi so don’t knock it ’til you try it!

Prepare the Salmon

1. Prep Oven: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Season Fillet: Season Salmon with salt and pepper and place on a parchment lined baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes.
3. Flake: Once baked and cooled, use two forks to flake the filet into bite sized pieces, discarding the skin. Set aside.

Cook Rice

1. Rinse Rice: While the salmon bakes, prepare the sushi rice. Rinse the rice with cold water until the water runs clear.
2. Cook: Cook the rice on the stovetop, in a rice cooker, or in the Instant Pot. If you use a rice cooker or Instant pot, cook the rice according to the manufacturer’s instructions. My rice cooker takes 4 cups water to cook 3 cups of rice.
3. Mix Seasonings: While the rice is cooking, add the rice vinegar, sugar and salt together in a small saucepan. Heat over medium-high heat and whisk until the sugar has dissolved.
4. Add to Rice: Transfer the cooked rice to a large mixing bowl. Pour the vinegar mixture over the rice and use a spatula to fold the mixture into the rice.
5. Cover and Cool: Cover the bowl with saran wrap and let the rice cool on the counter until it reaches room temperature.

Assemble Sushi Bake

1. Prep: Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a 9-inch baking dish with pan spray and set aside.
2. Shred Crab: Use a fork to prepare the imitation crab by shredding the fork down the length of the leg. Repeat until stringy. Chop into pieces about an inch long.
3. Mix Meat and Seasoning: Add the salmon, shredded crab, cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sriracha to a bowl. Mix until combined.
4. Add Rice and Seaweed: Press the sushi rice into the bottom of the baking dish. Crush the nori over the top so it covers the rice evenly, adding more as desired.
5. Add Meat on Top: Spread the salmon and crab mixture over the top.
6. Bake: Bake for 12-15 minutes, until thoroughly heated.
7. Garnish and Enjoy: Drizzle the top with sriracha, spicy Mayo, and eel sauce. Garnish with sesame seeds, green onions, and cilantro. Serve with additional nori to wrap around bites of the bake.