Food Recipes | February 15, 2024

Spinach and Feta Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup chopped spinach
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Using a sharp knife, cut a pocket into the side of each chicken breast.
3. In a bowl, mix spinach, feta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
4. Stuff each chicken breast with the spinach and feta mixture.
5. Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Sear the chicken breasts for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Transfer skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti or linguine
• 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Grated Parmesan cheese for serving

Culinary:

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and red pepper flakes (if using) and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. Add shrimp to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and cooked through.
4. Season shrimp with salt and pepper, then add cooked pasta to the skillet.
5. Toss pasta and shrimp together until well combined.
6. Remove from heat, sprinkle with chopped parsley, and serve hot with grated Parmesan cheese.

Crispy Baked Zucchini Fries

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, cut into fries
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 eggs, beaten

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a shallow dish, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
3. Dip zucchini fries into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture.
4. Place coated zucchini fries on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
5. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Avocado and Black Bean Wrap

Ingredients:

• 4 large flour tortillas
• 2 ripe avocados, mashed
• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Culinary:

1. Warm tortillas in a skillet or microwave until pliable.
2. In a bowl, mix mashed avocado, black beans, corn, red onion, cilantro, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread avocado and black bean mixture evenly onto each tortilla.
4. Roll up the tortillas, tucking in the sides to enclose the filling.
5. Heat a skillet over medium heat and place wraps seam-side down.
6. Cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!

Baked Honey Garlic Salmon

Ingredients:

• 4 salmon fillets
• 1/4 cup honey
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Culinary:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger.
3. Place salmon fillets on the prepared baking sheet and season with salt and pepper.
4. Brush honey garlic sauce over the salmon fillets, coating them evenly.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Remove from oven, garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions, and serve hot.