Simple Food That Inspires - January 2021

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Banana–Chocolate Chip Muffins(with video)

Mashed ripe bananas and applesauce bring natural sweetness and moistness to this gluten-free breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings on the go.

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Baked Sweet Potatoes with Maple Butter

A touch of maple syrup livens up roasted sweet potatoes in this comforting 4-ingredient side dish that’s perfect alongside chicken, beef, or pork.

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Chickpea Veggie Burgers

The convenience of canned chickpeas and frozen riced cauliflower and broccoli makes these veggie burgers easy to throw together anytime.

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Noodles with Vegetarian Crumbles and Peppers

Whole wheat linguine and vegetarian crumbles put a nutritious spin on an Asian noodle stir-fry.

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Sheet Pan Dijon-Roasted Chicken Thighs

Dijon mustard lends lots of tangy flavor to mild-mannered chicken thighs in this 5-ingredient sheet pan dinner that’s rounded out with some roasted broccoli.

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Spaghetti Squash with Buffalo Shrimp

In this guilt-free twist on a bar menu classic, spicy shrimp and tangy blue cheese are paired with strands of roasted squash for a nutritious and delicious sheet pan dinner.

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Rice Salad with Green Onion–Dijon Dressing

This refreshing grain salad makes a great lunch or light dinner. To save time, make the brown rice, hard-boiled eggs, and vinaigrette ahead and keep them in the fridge before assembling and serving.

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Chicken and Broccoli Fried Rice

Dark meat chicken remains juicy in this simple fried rice that amps up the nutrition and protein by including brown rice and eggs.

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Skillet-Seared Chicken and Tomatoes

Grape tomatoes caramelize and become even sweeter when roasted alongside chicken thighs in this easy 5-ingredient dinner.

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Air-Fried Crispy Chicken Cutlets

Panko bread crumbs and an air fryer deliver crunchy, juicy chicken breasts for an easy crowd-pleasing dinner. Serve these cutlets with salad, pasta, or as a hearty sandwich.

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Carrot Hummus(with video)

Replacing the chickpeas with lower-carb carrots makes this vibrant dip a simple yet nourishing snack that’s paleo-friendly.

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Turkey Shepherd’s Pie with Rutabagas

This lighter twist on a classic shepherd’s pie utilizes lower-carb rutabagas instead of potatoes and lean ground turkey instead of beef but doesn’t skimp on flavor.

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BBQ-Rubbed Pork Tenderloin with Cauliflower and Green Beans

This easy big-batch sheet pan dinner includes everything you need on just one pan and yields enough leftovers for a second meal.

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Paprika Roast Chicken and Veggies

Roasting cabbage and celery caramelizes them, amping up their flavor. Combine them with spice-rubbed chicken for a Paleo sheet pan dinner that’s sure to become a family favorite.

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Roasted Cod Tacos

A hot oven helps crisp up breaded cod for an easy seafood dinner the whole family will love.

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Roasted Spiced Chickpeas with Veggies

Chickpeas crisp up while roasting alongside sweet potatoes, peppers, and mushrooms in this vegetarian sheet pan dinner. A garlicky yogurt sauce is the perfect finishing touch.

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Sheet Pan Chicken with Squash and Brussels Sprouts

This satisfying and comforting dinner features sweet butternut squash and nutty Brussels sprouts alongside crowd-pleasing roasted chicken breast.

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Sheet Pan Roasted Chicken Parm(with video)

This lighter riff on an Italian-American classic bakes the chicken instead of frying it. The usual marinara sauce is replaced with tomatoes that are roasted to bring out their natural sweetness.