Courses: Entree

  • Kuku Paka – East African-Style Chicken Curry

    Kuku Paka – East African-Style Chicken Curry

    Kuku Paka, an East African-style chicken curry is a boldly seasoned chicken infused with exotic flavors of Africa. We’ve been on a curry kick lately. For the past couple of weeks, I can’t count how many times I have made curry for dinner, and the family hasn’t complained once. My guess is, they aren’t tired of…

  • Easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

    Easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe

    As back to school creeps up on us, I figured no better time than now to share one of our weeknight favorite meal – Easy Cajun Shrimp Pasta Recipe. This recipe is not only easy; it’s simple as well. Plus, you will get dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. You’re welcome.  Also,…

  • Here’s an Incredibly Quick and Easy Chicken Recipe You’ll Want to Make Tonight

    Here’s an Incredibly Quick and Easy Chicken Recipe You’ll Want to Make Tonight

    Wondering what to make for dinner tonight? This easy chicken recipe of chili coconut chicken is a favorite at our house. Don’t let the chili in the recipe scare you; the addition of coconut cream has toned it down. Serve it over rice for a truly authentic flavor. Although this recipe calls for peanut butter, if you’re not…

  • Decadent Sweet Potato Mashed- Nyama Na Irio

    Decadent Sweet Potato Mashed- Nyama Na Irio

    Decadent Sweet Potato Mashed, wondering why this is decadent well for one it’s definitively not your average sweet potato mashed that’s for sure. This little number is from East Africa made popular by Kenyans. It’s usually served with steak strips – Nyama Na Irio, a quintessential Kenya cuisine. I discovered Irio while in college, my…

  • Chicken and Cheese Crostini:  Alpine Lace® Swiss Cheese

    Chicken and Cheese Crostini: Alpine Lace® Swiss Cheese

    I am a simple no fuss gal, however I love entertaining and spending time with my family, which is one of life’s ingredients that keeps me happy. With a busy life, entertaining can be a daunting task but with this easy Chicken and Cheese Crostini recipe, entertaining family and friends is a breeze. Chicken and Cheese…

  • Recipe | One Pot Chicken and Rice

    Recipe | One Pot Chicken and Rice

    One Pot Chicken and Rice is a savory and easy weeknights dinner, which is why I enjoy making it for my family. Although it a simple dish the addition of chicken adds a bit of excitement which also gives it an uncanny resemblance to arroz con pollo.  The annatto seasoning can be found in the international…

  • Recipe: Easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps

    Recipe: Easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps

    A few weeks ago, Jenn asked how we made our easy turkey lettuce wrap, so I figured I will share it with everyone. It’s an easy weeknight dinner packed with lots of flavors, it’s healthy, and the girls enjoy it. Quick & Easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps Easy Turkey Lettuce Wraps Recipe Type: Entree Author: Kira…

  • Recipe: Rotini with Spicy Mango Jalapeno Chicken Sausage

    Recipe: Rotini with Spicy Mango Jalapeno Chicken Sausage

    How does that saying go – Necessity is the mother of invention? Well, I created this recipe a few years ago out of sheer necessity. I just had my daughter, hadn’t been to the grocery store in weeks and needed to make a quick dinner for hubby before he gets home from work. My daughter…