Chicken Pot Pie

Whether you grew up in the 60s and 70s eating Swanson Pot Pies or not, this recipe is definitely inspired by that ole classic. I will say it is much more delicious and fresh tasting. The difference being the crust of course and the use of fresh vegetables versus frozen and a better quality chicken that’s not rubbery. This is the quintessential comfort food that your guests will love!

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Dishin’ Spicy Pad Thai

This is my take on Pad Thai. I have taken the best Pad Thai recipes I have had in restaurants and recreated below. The only sidestep is the parsnips on top. That you won’t find in a restaurant, but it works and makes it Dishin’!

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Buttermilk Dipped Chicken

Fried chicken in a buttermilk batter is hard to beat in this genre of comfort foods. I have adapted this a bit to make it a little more healthy by eliminating 90% of the oil and using powdered buttermilk.

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Turkey Stuffed with Cornbread Dressing and Gravy

My mother made this dressing or stuffing all my life, so of course, it is my go-to! I have modified it slightly, but the overall essence is there. No disrespect to my mother, I have never not modified any recipe. Just as a note, she approved of all modifications!

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Northern White Bean Chili with Chicken

White chili is delicious, and when you learn to make this soup, you will be able to make hundreds of varieties of any soup you can imagine. White beans are different from their red chili brother, but they’re just as delicious and comforting on those days when only a good, homemade soup will do.

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Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

I served these at a Christmas Party a few years ago. Whenever I see anyone who attended this party, they go into GREAT detail on how much they loved this, in my view, simple dish. I had many lovely apps that night but this one stole the show.

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