Creamy Pesto Chicken Salad with Greens

For a healthy variation on creamy chicken salad, we’ve replaced half the mayonnaise with basil pesto. Serve over greens or make it into a sandwich for a healthy lunch. Bring to a boil. Transfer to a clean cutting board; shred into bite-size pieces when cool enough to handle. Combine pesto, mayonnaise and onion in a medium bowl. Add the chicken and toss to coat. Whisk oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in a large bowl....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 117 words · Russell Patton

Creamy Queso Chili

Add bell pepper, onion and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add chili powder and cumin; cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in beans, tomatoes, broth and salt. Photo: Jacob Fox Close and lock the lid. Cook on high pressure for 10 minutes. Carefully release the pressure manually. Mix shredded cheese and cream cheese into the chili, stirring until melted and smooth. Stir in lime juice....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 106 words · Danny Walker

Creamy Roasted Cauliflower Soup

This roasted cauliflower soup recipe is the perfect balance of texture and flavor. Lemon juice adds brightness while crushed red pepper adds a touch of heat. Toasted nuts bring a bit of crunch to this creamy soup. Photo: Antonis Achilleos Spread in an even layer. Roast for 15 minutes; remove and discard garlic. Stir the vegetables and continue roasting until caramelized and tender, about 10 minutes more. Reserve 1/2 cup roasted cauliflower florets for garnish....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Margaret Baker

Creamy Roasted Garlic Dressing

Slice 1/2 inch off the top of each head. Wrap individually in aluminum foil. Roast for 40 minutes, or until the garlic is very soft. Photo: Jason Donnelly Unwrap the garlic and cool slightly. Separate the cloves and peel. Season with salt and pepper. Tips Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 78 words · Martin Hawkins

Creamy Roasted Potato Salad

Roasting potatoes is the ultimate way to avoid watery, mushy or bland potato salad. Boiled potatoes can hold on to moisture (even if they seem dry! ), which can affect the texture of the final dish. Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Toss potatoes, oil and 1/2 teaspoon salt together on a large rimmed baking sheet until evenly coated. Spread into an even layer, arranging the potatoes cut-sides down....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 196 words · Shannon Gonzalez

Creamy Rotisserie-Chicken Noodle Casserole

This creamy chicken noodle casserole recipe is inspired by our popularCreamy Chicken Noodle Soup with Rotisserie Chickenby Karen Rankin. We use store-bought rotisserie chicken to cut down on cooking time. This casserole is cozy and delicious. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis Did someone say seconds, like? The earthy thyme and garlic powder add depth and earthiness to the casseroleelevating and enhancing the flavor. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 242 words · Christopher Waller

Creamy Scrambled Eggs with Chives

The secret to getting these scrambled eggs creamy is whisking plain kefir into the uncooked eggs. Using the French method for soft curds, the beaten eggs are cooked slowly. For the best results, use a nonstick pan. Add butter to a small skillet over low to medium heat. When the butter has melted, add the egg mixture and scramble with a fork until just set. Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 87 words · Philip Yoder

Creamy Shrimp & Mushroom Pasta

Cashews are the base of this delicious shrimp pasta dish. Blending the nuts helps thicken the sauce and provides creaminessno actual cream required! Straining the cashew mixture removes any unwanted large pieces. Photo: Ali Redmond Chopped rosemary adds freshness to break through the creaminess of the dish. Add linguine and cook according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Meanwhile, add broth and cashews to a blender. Blend until smooth, 15 to 20 seconds....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 163 words · Robert Luna

Creamy Skillet Chicken with Everything Bagel Spice & Spinach

Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Transfer to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil, onion and water to the pan. Photo:Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis Cook, stirring, until mostly softened, about 3 minutes. Add spinach; cook, stirring, until wilted, about 1 minute. Return the chicken and any accumulated juices to the pan and turn to coat. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Lauren McAnelly, Prop Stylist: Holly Raibikis...

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 124 words · Elizabeth Green

Creamy Skillet Chicken with Spinach & Mushrooms

Chicken cutlets are topped with a spinach-mushroom cream sauce for a flavorful yet healthy dinner. Serve over pasta or grains to soak up the sauce. Sometimes labeled as “thin-cut,” chicken cutlets are thin slices of chicken breast about 1/4 inch thick. Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco Chicken should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165F. For a chicken cutlet, this takes about 8 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 362 words · Danielle Hernandez

Creamy Spinach-&-Feta Chicken Casserole

Adding chicken provides protein, while plenty of garlic and onions add flavor. If your sheets are larger than your dish, cut them or fold them in half so they fit. Lightly coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Sara Haas Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion; cook, stirring, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook until fragrant, 1 minute. Stir in spinach and flour; cook, stirring, until combined and mostly dry, about 2 minutes....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 184 words · Laura Smith

Creamy Squash Casserole Recipe

This squash casserole recipe features sharp Cheddar cheese, yellow squash and a buttery, crispy cracker topping. Yellow squash lends a pretty yellow hue, but bright green zucchini works well too. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Photo:Photographer: Stacy K. Allen, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Stir in garlic and thyme; cook, stirring often, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to a colander and let stand for 5 minutes to drain, then press dry with paper towels....

April 20, 2025 · 2 min · 332 words · Brenda Martin

Creamy Strawberry Smoothie

It’s hard to beat this recipe for quick and easy strawberry smoothies. All you need is five ingredients and five minutes. The vanilla extract acts as a great flavor backdrop that will work with most fruits. Photo: Photographer / Brie Passano, Food Stylist / Annie Probst, Prop Stylist / Holly Raibikis Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient....

April 20, 2025 · 1 min · 73 words · Gregory Powers