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Lemon Pepper Salmon

When it comes to quick, healthy, and easy - salmon is always at the top of the list. It's a staple protein in our weekly dinner rotation. So I am always looking for new ways to prepare it. Enter lemon pepper seasoning ! This simple spice blend made with dried lemon zest and black pepper is the perfect partner for salmon. Plus it means we can make a flavor-packed dinner with just 5 ingredients and virtually no prep time. So let’s talk about Lemon Pepper Salmon. It’s zesty, slightly spicy from the black pepper, and rich from the addition of a bit of melted butter. It’s cooked in the oven until it's perfectly cooked and flaky. It pairs great with roasted veggies , grains, pasta, and more. Plus it’s easy to convert this salmon recipe into a sheet pan meal! Just add some quick-cooking veggies (instructions below) This Brown Sugar Salmon and Cilantro Lime Salmon are always regulars in our weekly meal plans. What Makes This Dinner A Winner! There are so many reasons to love...

Lemon Pepper Salmon

When it comes to quick, healthy, and easy - salmon is always at the top of the list. It's a staple protein in our weekly dinner rotation. So I am always looking for new ways to prepare it. Enter lemon pepper seasoning ! This simple spice blend made with dried lemon zest and black pepper is the perfect partner for salmon. Plus it means we can make a flavor-packed dinner with just 5 ingredients and virtually no prep time. So let’s talk about Lemon Pepper Salmon. It’s zesty, slightly spicy from the black pepper, and rich from the addition of a bit of melted butter. It’s cooked in the oven until it's perfectly cooked and flaky. It pairs great with roasted veggies , grains, pasta, and more. Plus it’s easy to convert this salmon recipe into a sheet pan meal! Just add some quick-cooking veggies (instructions below) This Brown Sugar Salmon and Cilantro Lime Salmon are always regulars in our weekly meal plans. What Makes This Dinner A Winner! There are so many reasons to love...

How To Make Lemon Pepper Seasoning

While I am a huge fan of shortcuts in the kitchen, using store-bought lemon pepper seasoning instead of homemade isn’t a shortcut I stand behind. Most store-bought options just don’t taste good. They are too salty, have an artificial lemon flavor, or are packed with sugar. That’s why I always recommend taking some time to make a big batch of homemade lemon pepper seasoning. It is surprisingly easy to make this popular spice blend at home and it just tastes so much better. No fake lemon flavor, no salt bomb - just delicious lemony goodness. Plus it will last for up to a year, so you’re only putting in the work once. Are you convinced yet? If not, let’s talk about all the ways you can use this zest seasoning. It makes amazing chicken, salmon, chicken wings, and pork. It also adds a punch of flavor to roasted veggies, salads, sandwiches, and dips. It can also instantly season rice, beans, and soups. This stuff is magic. Looking to add more homemade spice blends to your spice cabinet?...

How To Make Lemon Pepper Seasoning

While I am a huge fan of shortcuts in the kitchen, using store-bought lemon pepper seasoning instead of homemade isn’t a shortcut I stand behind. Most store-bought options just don’t taste good. They are too salty, have an artificial lemon flavor, or are packed with sugar. That’s why I always recommend taking some time to make a big batch of homemade lemon pepper seasoning. It is surprisingly easy to make this popular spice blend at home and it just tastes so much better. No fake lemon flavor, no salt bomb - just delicious lemony goodness. Plus it will last for up to a year, so you’re only putting in the work once. Are you convinced yet? If not, let’s talk about all the ways you can use this zest seasoning. It makes amazing chicken, salmon, chicken wings, and pork. It also adds a punch of flavor to roasted veggies, salads, sandwiches, and dips. It can also instantly season rice, beans, and soups. This stuff is magic. Looking to add more homemade spice blends to your spice cabinet?...

Rosemary Chicken

In need of an easy and delicious protein to jazz up your weeknight dinners? Well, look no further! Rosemary Chicken is wholesome, easy to make, and bursting with flavor. Made with fresh rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, butter, chicken broth, and honey, this dish has an incredible flavor that tastes great with just about anything. Because this dish is so versatile, it can be served in a ton of different ways. Serving it for lunch? Slice it up thin and pile it into sandwiches or onto your favorite salads. Preparing it for dinner? Serve it up alongside your favorite veggies and the whole grain of your choice. Some of my favorite dishes to serve with Rosemary Chicken this time of year include Roasted Green Beans and a bowl of Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes . That being said, the options are seriously endless when it comes to how to serve this healthy chicken recipe. Make a big batch of this easy chicken to serve with lunches throughout the week or serve it at your next famil...

Rosemary Chicken

In need of an easy and delicious protein to jazz up your weeknight dinners? Well, look no further! Rosemary Chicken is wholesome, easy to make, and bursting with flavor. Made with fresh rosemary, garlic, lemon juice, butter, chicken broth, and honey, this dish has an incredible flavor that tastes great with just about anything. Because this dish is so versatile, it can be served in a ton of different ways. Serving it for lunch? Slice it up thin and pile it into sandwiches or onto your favorite salads. Preparing it for dinner? Serve it up alongside your favorite veggies and the whole grain of your choice. Some of my favorite dishes to serve with Rosemary Chicken this time of year include Roasted Green Beans and a bowl of Roasted Garlic Cauliflower Mashed Potatoes . That being said, the options are seriously endless when it comes to how to serve this healthy chicken recipe. Make a big batch of this easy chicken to serve with lunches throughout the week or serve it at your next famil...

Sheet Pan Healthy Chicken Parm

This Sheet Pan Healthy Chicken Parmesan is so much easier to prepare than the traditional fried version and it's much better for you.  We also love this low-carb  chicken parmesan with spaghetti squash  and vegetarian healthy eggplant parmesan . I am so excited to share today's recipe for healthy chicken parm with you. It's a staple weeknight recipe since almost every kid and adult I know loves the classic flavors of chicken parm and will happily scarf down crispy chicken covered in marinara sauce and cheese. What's not to like? It all starts with chicken breast covered with a crunchy, cheesy mixture of Panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. I like to use chicken breast cutlets for this recipe since they are thin and cook quickly. To keep things light and healthy, I only coat the chicken on one side. This also prevents the soggy, breaded bottom which happens all too often with baked breaded chicken recipes. From there,...