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Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Crockpot recipes are my favorite, and they keep getting better with my crock pot crack chicken – made with ranch, bacon and cheese! It can be shredded or left as a whole and served over your favorite side dish such as pasta, rice or a baked potato.

Crock Pot Crack Chicken

What is Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Basically, this dish is perfectly slow cooked chicken, covered in Ranch and garlic flavors. It is smothered in a cheesy and bacon sauce. Then, once cooked, it is shredded and served over any side dish. It is creamy, it is moist and it is OH SO GOOD.

It is based off a really popular recipe, crack dip. Which uses all the same ingredients, but, in a dip form. You can really make this recipe into the dip form by adding more cream cheese, sour cream, mayo and/or greek yogurt.

If you don't like Ranch, bacon and cheese combining into one perfect dish, come on!

Why Do I Love Crockpot Ranch Chicken

This dish is the most effortless dish that turns out absolutely amazing. Just place everything into a crock pot and press cook. I even use the liners for easy clean up. I typically have all these ingredients on hand. Making this the perfect dish for a weeknight when I do not know what to cook.

It makes for great leftovers. I make a big batch to not have to worry about lunch the next days. Crack chicken is great on a ton of different side dishes and is very kid friendly.

Quick Substitutions and Tips for Crack Chicken Recipe

I use chicken breast; however, different cuts of chicken work very well. I suggest using something boneless, such as a bones chicken thigh, since you will shred it. However, if you want to serve it whole, you can cut around a bone while eating.

You can use your favorite type of bacon. I typically use fully cooked bacon; however, you can try bacon bits, real bacon or some diced up ham.

Essential Ingredients for Crack Chicken in the Crockpot

These are the essential ingredients to make the best crock pot crack chicken.

First things first is a crock pot or slow cooker of course. I use the original crock pot brand and I love using the liners for easy clean up; however, you do not have to. Make sure you grab a meat thermometer too, that can stay in a closed crock.

crack chicken ingredients
  • Chicken
  • Ranch seasoning
  • Garlic powder
  • Cream cheese
  • Shredded cheese
  • Bacon
Chicken

I use chicken breast for crock pot crack chicken; however, different cuts of chicken work very well. I suggest using something boneless, such as a bones chicken thigh, since you will shred it. However, if you want to serve it whole, you can cut around a bone while eating.

Ranch Seasonings

I always find it easier to grab the big jar; however, you can also use the little packages.

Garlic Powder

Since we are not sautéing this recipe, I used garlic powder instead of minced garlic.

Cream Cheese

Typically, I do use ⅓ less fat cream cheese; however, you can use the real thing. To make this recipe creamier, double the cream cheese or add ¼ cup of plain, nonfat Greek yogurt.

Shredded Cheese

I use the Trader Joe's lite Mexican cheese blend; however, you can use any type of shredded cheese that you want to.

Bacon

Okay, no one get mad at me for this one. Fully cooked bacon is my absolute favorite thing. It is so easy. It comes out squishy, which I love. Plus, it has less fat.

You can use your favorite type of bacon. I typically use fully cooked bacon; however, you can try bacon bits, real bacon or some diced up ham.

Plain, Nonfat Greek Yogurt

This is not necessarily an essential ingredient but I think it adds a step up to the recipe. To make the dish creamier, double the cream cheese or add ⅛ cup to ¼ cup of plain nonfat Greek yogurt into the mix after shredding the chicken.

Crockpot recipes are my favorite, and they keep getting better with my crock pot crack chicken – made with ranch, bacon and cheese!

How to Make Crack Chicken

Grab a crock pot or slow cooker of course. I use the original crock pot brand and I love using the liners for easy clean up; however, you do not have to. Make sure you grab a meat thermometer too, that can stay in a closed crock.

Add ⅛ cup of water or chicken broth to the bottom of the crock pot, to keep the chicken moist.

Place the chicken at the bottom. Then, top it with Ranch, garlic powder, half the shredded cheese, the bacon (I reserve some for garnishing), and the cream cheese.

crock pot ranch chicken

Place the lid on the crock pot and cook on low for two hours, until chicken is fully cooked.

Once cooked, shred the chicken. You can do this right in the crock pot or in a separate bowl. Add the chicken back into the crock pot. If adding yogurt, add that in now and mix to combine.

Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and place the lid back on the crock pot. Let it cook, on high, for another five minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

FAQs
  • Use a different type of chicken
  • Double the cream cheese to make it creamier
  • Add ¼ cup of yogurt, sour cream or mayo when shredding to make it creamier
  • Use your favorite type of bacon or diced cooked ham

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Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Crockpot recipes are my favorite, and they keep getting better with my crock pot crack chicken – made with ranch, bacon and cheese!

Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Crock Pot Crack Chicken

Crockpot recipes are my favorite, and they keep getting better with my crock pot crack chicken – made with ranch, bacon and cheese! It can be shredded or left as a whole and served over your favorite side dish such as pasta, rice or a baked potato.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs 15 mins
Total Time 2 hrs 20 mins
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 people
Calories 247 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • ⅛ cup chicken broth
  • 1 pound chicken breast two pieces
  • 3 tablespoons Ranch seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ cup shredded lite Mexican cheese
  • 6 slices fully cooked bacon
  • 2 ounces ⅓ less fat cream cheese
  • ¼ cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt optional, for extra creaminess

Instructions

  • Add ⅛ cup of water or chicken broth to the bottom of the crock pot, to keep the chicken moist. 
  • Place the chicken at the bottom. Then, top it with Ranch, garlic powder, half the shredded cheese, the bacon (I reserve some for garnishing), and the cream cheese.
  • Place the lid on the crock pot and cook on low for two hours, until chicken is fully cooked.
  • Once cooked, shred the chicken. You can do this right in the crock pot or in a separate bowl. Add the chicken back into the crock pot.
  • Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and place the lid back on the crock pot. Let it cook, on high, for another five minutes, or until the cheese is melted. 
  • For extra creaminess, double the cream cheese used or add in ⅛-1/4 cup of yogurt or sour cream when shredding the chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 30gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 1168mgPotassium: 506mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 194IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 190mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Chicken Breast
Course Appetizer, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American
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Honey Roasted Carrots

These are my garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots, which is the only side dish you will ever need! They make eating vegetables so fun and will be the talk of your whole family.

garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots

What are your favorite vegetables? Mine are broccoli and carrots, but, I am pretty basic. I always have a bag of carrots in my fridge. They last long and can taste really good if you spice them up.

Carrots are one of the staple vegetables, but that is my opinion. Lots of people like them and they can be used in so many ways.

These garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots take only minutes to prepare and will certainly wow a crowd. I also make a huge batch of them to have my dinner vegetable prepped for the week. However, they can also be fancied up, which is perfect for a dinner party or a holiday gathering.

Ingredients for Honey Roasted Carrots

This recipe requires just a couple of ingredients that you probably already have in your cabinet. However, if you are missing any, we can go over some substitutions.

roasted carrot ingredients
  • Olive oil
  • Honey
  • Minced garlic
  • Carrots
  • Garlic salt

And that is it! But, I can also let you in on some substitutions.

Olive Oil

I use olive oil because it is the easiest. However, you can substitute any type of oil or use melted butter (which tastes even better)

Honey

These are honey roasted carrots after all. Maple syrup is a great substitute for honey. However, you can also substitute brown sugar or a brown sugar replacement such as Swerve.

Minced Garlic

You can buy pre-minced garlic; however, I love mincing my own with this mini food processor. 

Garlic Salt

Yes, garlic and garlic salt. Trust me, one cannot have too much garlic.

Carrots

You can really use any type of carrot, you will just have to adjust the cooking time. I love using the big carrots for a holiday gathering as they look fancier. However, I typically just do baby carrots as they are easier. When it is just me eating them, this is what I prefer.

Tips for Honey Garlic Carrots

Baking times depend on how big the carrots are and how soft you want them to be. I use baby carrots, which take about 30-40 minutes. However, smaller carrots will take less time while larger carrots take more time.

roasted

How to Make Honey Glazed Roasted Carrots

There are really just five very simple instructions: preheat oven, toss with oil, mix in sauce/seasonings, bake and flip.

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450 degrees and line a baking tray with aluminum foil. I like to spray it with a little cooking spray; however, you might not need to.

Step 2

Add the carrots to a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the carrots and toss to evenly coat.

oil on carrots
Step 3

Add the remaining ingredients (garlic, garlic salt and honey) and toss to evenly coat.

honey garlic on carrots
Step 4

Add the carrots to the baking tray, in a single layer. Bake in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway. But, if you are using a different carrot, adjust your cooking time.

I like mine sweet. Therefore, I drizzle another tablespoon or two of honey on top, when they are done cooking. However, if you do not want the extra sweetness, skip this step.

Variations of Roasted Glazed Carrots

For a sweeter dish, add more honey. But, you can also combine the carrots with some brown sugar or a brown sugar replacement such as Swerve.

This dish is pretty sweet; however, if you like things spicier, try Mike's Hot Honey or adding some spice to the seasonings mix. But, you can also try some pumpkin pie spice or cinnamon.

For my garlic lovers, add more garlic! Come on, you can never have too much.

Try making this recipe with other vegetables like broccoli.

Main Dish

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FAQs:

Can I make these honey roasted carrots ahead of time?
Yes! These are really great to make ahead of time. Just pop them back into the oven or into the microwave to heat up.

Can I store these in the fridge?
These carrots are great stored in the fridge, in an air tight container, for up to 4 days.

Can I use another type of carrot?
Yes! Other types of carrots work very well. I like big carrots for a dinner party or holiday as they look better. However, be sure to adjust cooking times.

Honey Roasted Carrots

If you are looking for the best side dish, look no further. These are my garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots, which is the only side dish you will ever need! They make eating vegetables so fun and will be the talk of your whole family.

garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots

Honey Roasted Carrots

If you are looking for the best side dish, look no further. These are my garlic and honey glazed roasted carrots, which is the only side dish you will ever need! They make eating vegetables so fun and will be the talk of your whole family.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Side Dish, Sides
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4 people
Calories 108 kcal

Equipment

  • Oven

Ingredients
 

  • 1 pound baby carrots
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ⅛ cup honey
  • 5 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon garlic salt

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 450 degrees and line a baking tray with aluminum foil. I like to spray it with a little cooking spray.
  • Pour the carrots into a bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the carrots and toss to evenly coat.
  • Add the remaining ingredients (garlic, garlic salt and honey) and toss to evenly coat. 
  • Add the carrots to the baking tray, in a single layer. Bake in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway. 
  • For a sweeter dish, drizzle another tablespoon or two of honey over the carrots when they are done roasting.

Nutrition

Calories: 108kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 1gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 671mgPotassium: 289mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 15638IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 1mg
Course Side Dish, Sides
Cuisine Vegetarian
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Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and cooked in the air fryer are the absolute best weeknight dinner or meal prep. I make stuffed peppers all the time. There are so many different flavor combinations and ingredients that you can add. Plus, it is easy to make a big batch because these make amazing leftovers!

Bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and cooked in the air fryer are the absolute best weeknight dinner or meal prep.

I absolutely love stuffed peppers. They are the perfect meal prep or easy weeknight dinner. Plus, there are tons of flavor combinations to try. You can chose from my famous pizza stuffed peppers. Try out my Mexican stuffed peppers or enchilada stuffed peppers. Keep it more Italian with my lasagna stuffed peppers recipe or Italian stuffed peppers. But, I don't typically make them with ground beef so I used my favorite stuffed pepper recipe and reinvented it in the air fryer.

Why Do I Love Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

I typically cook my peppers in the oven; however, it takes a very long time. Cooking anything in the air fryer usually takes a lot less time. I also love the texture the air fryer creates.

I typically make my stuffed bell peppers with ground chicken; however, this time I decided to switch it out for some beef. Stuffed peppers are great because you can really make them your own. You can use ground chicken, ground beef, pieces of meat or really just anything.

stuffed pepper

They are an entire meal wrapped up in one cute package. You get the meat, carbs, vegetables and fat, all in one! But, if you want to skip any ingredients, you can!

Essential Ingredients

You will obviously need an air fryer. I love my Ninja double basket. If you do not have an air fryer, you can check out my other stuffed pepper recipes or you can modify this recipe to bake the peppers in the oven.

These are the essential ingredients that you will need to make the best air fryer stuffed peppers.

ingredients
  • Bell peppers
  • Minced garlic
  • Diced onion
  • Ground Beef
  • Taco seasonings
  • Taco sauce
  • Tomatoes
  • Rice
  • Shredded Mexican cheese
Bell Peppers

These air fryer stuffed peppers are made with bell peppers; however, you can also substitute a different pepper. The mini sweet peppers or jalapeño peppers are amazing with this recipe. But, those will be cooked for less time as they are smaller.

I used some green bell peppers for these air fryer stuffed peppers. However, you can use any color of bell pepper or substitute your pepper some spaghetti squash, eggplant, zucchini or another vegetable that you love.

Minced Garlic and Diced Onion

You can buy pre-minced garlic; however, I love mincing my own with this mini food processor. You can also use that for the onion, depending on how big you like the pieces.

Ground Beef

I typically make my stuffed bell peppers with ground chicken; however, this time I decided to switch it out for some beef. Stuffed peppers are great because you can really make them your own. You can use ground chicken, ground beef, pieces of meat or really just anything.

If you want to keep this a lighter dish, use ground chicken breast. For a vegetarian dish, you can swap out for a meat replacement or more vegetables or beans.

Taco Seasonings

This is the taco seasonings blend that I live and breathe for, but, hey, I am biased. However, you can also buy a packet, just use 2/2.5 tablespoons of it!

  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
air fryer Stuffed bell peppers with ground beef
Taco Sauce

I add Taco Bell sauce to keep the air fryer stuffed peppers flavorful and moist. However, there are many taco sauce brands you can buy too.

Tomatoes

I just use a can of crushed tomatoes or sauce. However, you can substitute Rotel if you like the dish a little more spicy.

Rice

You will need to make your own rice and this recipe is not going to teach you how. For this recipe, I find that 1 cup or so of cooked rice works the best. That will be ½ cup dry. You can follow my stovetop rice recipe, my instant pot rice recipe or you can just use a rice cooker.

Shredded Mexican Cheese

I use the Trader Joe's lite Mexican cheese blend; however, you can use any type of shredded cheese that you want to.

Variations to my stuffed bell peppers with ground beef recipe

To keep it lighter, swap out the ground beef for ground chicken breast.

For a low carb dish, substitute the rice for riced cauliflower. Plus, it adds more vegetables. But, I also like to use riced cauliflower and rice together.

Step by Step Instructions for Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Let's make some stuffed peppers in the air fryer! I typically get the peppers started first. Then, work on the meat and add the cooked meat into the peppers right before they are done. I do not like to keep the cooked ground beef in the air fryer for too long as it can get dried out.

Step 1: Making the Peppers
air fryer peppers

Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees. If you like the peppers softer/toasty, preheat to 375 degrees. Cut the tops off of the pepper. Then, remove the seeds and the core.

Cook the peppers in the air fryer for 10 to 14 minutes, depending on how soft you like your peppers. Try not to let the peppers touch as they need as much air flow as possible.

Step 2: Making the Filling
ground beef

Meanwhile, heat a large pan over medium high heat. Drizzle with oil or grease with cooking spray. Once heated, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softening. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant.

Add the ground beef and start breaking it up. Sprinkle on the seasonings and continue to breakup while cooking. Continue to break up and mix in the seasonings until the beef is fully cooked. 

Once cooked, add in the sauce, tomatoes and cooked rice. Then, toss everything together and bring to a slight simmer. Simmer for 3 minutes.

Step 3: Putting the Stuffed Peppers Together

Once the peppers are almost done, stuff the meat mixture into each pepper. Top with shredded cheese and air fryer for another 3 minutes, until the cheese is melted.

Bell peppers stuffed with ground beef

Tips for the Best Stuffed Peppers

  • Adjust the timing depending on how soft you like the peppers
  • To cook them quicker, cut them in half instead of cutting the tops off
  • If the peppers do not sit flat, shave off the bottom a little to create a base
  • Try not to let the peppers touch as they need as much air flow as possible
  • Drizzle queso or salsa con queso over the peppers before eating
  • Increase the temperature when melting the cheese if you want it browner

Making Peppers in the Oven

If you do not have an air fryer, you can make the peppers in the oven. Follow the same steps, except, cook the peppers in the oven at 425 degrees for about 20 to 30 minutes, depending on how soft you like the peppers.

storing and leftovers

You can store stuffed peppers in the fridge for up to three to four days in an air tight container. To heat it up, I typically pop it in the microwave for a few minutes. But, you can also add it back to the air fryer or place it in the oven.

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and cooked in the air fryer are the absolute best weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Bell peppers stuffed with ground beef and cooked in the air fryer are the absolute best weeknight dinner or meal prep.

Air Fryer Stuffed Peppers

Stuffed peppers are my favorite meal as they are an entire meal wrapped up in one little package. I started air frying my peppers because they cook quicker and have a delicious texture. I combined that with my taco ground beef filling for the best dinner or meal prep!
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 peppers
Calories 275 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 4 bell peppers
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • ⅛ cup red onion diced
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef 96%
  • ½ cup crushed tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons Taco Bell
  • 1 cup cooked rice
  • ⅓ cup shredded lite Mexican cheese
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees (375 degrees if you like the peppers toasty/softer). Cut the tops off of the pepper. Then, remove the seeds and the core. 
  • Cook the peppers in the air fryer for 10 to 14 minutes, depending on how soft you like your peppers. Try not to let the peppers touch as they need as much air flow as possible. 
  • Meanwhile, heat a large pan over medium high heat. Drizzle with oil or grease with cooking spray. Once heated, add the diced onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until softening. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, until fragrant. 
  • Add the ground beef and start breaking it up. Sprinkle on the seasonings and continue to breakup while cooking. Continue to break up and mix in the seasonings until the beef is fully cooked. 
  • Once cooked, add in the sauce, tomatoes and cooked rice. Then, toss everything together and bring to a slight simmer. Simmer for 3 minutes. 
  • Once the peppers are almost done, stuff the meat mixture into each pepper. Top with shredded cheese and air fryer for another 3 minutes, until the cheese is melted. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 pepperCalories: 275kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 29gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.4gCholesterol: 76mgSodium: 308mgPotassium: 675mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 3028IUVitamin C: 117mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Ground Beef
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
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Chicken Spaghetti

The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese. Only a couple ingredients come together to make this protein packed weeknight meal.

The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese.

Velveeta and Rotel is the ultimate combo. I love making a creamy, meaty dip or fiesta corn dip with the duo as well. But I also loving making full casserole meals with them like my famous queso smothered chicken casserole, Doritos bake, chicken con queso, or nacho casserole.

It is usually just me and my husband eating this meal; however, it is very kid friendly as well. When we make it, we eat half of it for dinner and half for lunch leftovers the next day. This recipe makes amazing leftovers that reheat very well.

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Are you looking for an easy weeknight meal? Maybe you are looking for a meal that you can prepare ahead of time. Well, this is the ultimate comfort food meal that will satisfy all of your cravings.

  • This chicken spaghetti recipe requires minimal ingredients - spaghetti, chicken, rotel and cheese.
  • It is very filling, satisfying and will crush any of your cravings.
  • You can cook your own cheese sauce and chicken; however, you can purchase a pre-made version.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recipe kid friendly? This recipe is very kid friendly; but, if your child does not like Rotel, or thinks it is too spicy, substitute a can of diced tomatoes.

Can this recipe be reheated as leftovers? This recipe makes for great leftovers. This dish can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days and easily be reheated in the microwave or the oven.

Is this recipe good with other types of chicken or meat? This recipe will teach you how to make chicken spaghetti with ground chicken; however, this dish is great with chicken breast, chicken tenderloins, or another cut of chicken. You will just need to shred or chop it after cooking. In addition, this recipe is fantastic with other types of meat and is really good with ground beef. But, if you want to try the easier route, use rotisserie chicken and give it a little shredding.

Can I add more protein to this dish? I use Banza spaghetti, which has added protein. However, you can use another protein pasta or regular spaghetti.

List of Ingredients:

These are the essential ingredients that you will need to make the best chicken spaghetti.

ingredients
  • Spaghetti
  • Minced garlic
  • Diced onion
  • Ground chicken
  • Taco seasonings
  • Velveeta
  • Rotel
  • Shredded Mexican cheese
Spaghetti

I use Banza spaghetti, which has added protein. However, you can use another protein pasta or regular spaghetti.

Minced Garlic and Diced Onion

You can buy pre-minced garlic; however, I love mincing my own with this mini food processor. You can also use that for the onion, depending on how big you like the pieces.

Ground Chicken

Typically, I will use a 99% fat-free ground chicken breast for chicken spaghetti; however, you can also substitute a different fat percentage. This dish is great with chicken breast, chicken tenderloins, or another cut of chicken. You will just need to shred or chop it after cooking.

In addition, this recipe is fantastic with other types of meat and is really good with ground beef. However, if you want to try the easier route, use rotisserie chicken and give it a little shredding.

Taco Seaosnings

This is the taco seasonings blend that I live and breathe for, but, hey, I am biased. However, you can also buy a packet, just use 2/2.5 tablespoons of it!

  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese.
Velveeta

I used the 2% milk type for this recipe; however, you can use the regular. I believe Velveeta has some white queso blocks as well, if you want to try that too. If you want an extra creamy dish, add in a block of cream cheese as well.

Rotel

This recipe calls for Rotel because it is so easy! This is a quick and easy Rotel dip recipe and we are not trying to make it complicated. Rotel is kind of like a salsa, you could say, but not quite. It is basically petite tomatoes, green chilies and spices.

However, you are more than welcome to substitute salsa in this recipe but I prefer it with Rotel. Just be cautious as it can get a bit spicy, I am a wimp. Another alternative is to do half Rotel, half mild salsa, if you find the Rotel to be too spicy.

For a more kid friendly dish, if they do not like the Rotel, substitute a can of diced tomatoes.

Shredded Mexican Cheese

I use the Trader Joe's lite Mexican cheese blend; however, you can use any type of shredded cheese that you want to.

Step by Step Instructions

Let's make this Rotel chicken spaghetti recipe!

I typically start with the pasta, strain that, and then continue with the rest. It is not as chaotic this way and there is less cleaning.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees or a high broil.

Pasta

Start by splitting the spaghetti into thirds. Then by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions, leaving it very slightly al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water. Then, drain well and set aside.

Chicken

Heat a large pan over medium/high heat. Grease with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil.

Add the diced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes. Place the minced garlic into the pan. Cook for another minute or two, until fragrant.

Add the ground chicken and start breaking it up. Sprinkle on the seasonings and continue to breakup while cooking. Continue to break up and mix in the seasonings until the chicken is fully cooked. 

step 1: chicken

However, you can also use pre-cooked chicken, such as rotisserie chicken. But, just shred it into small pieces.

Sauce

Reduce the heat to medium. Then, add the Velveeta cheese and begin to warm up the cheese. Continue to stir together and melt the cheese into the chicken.

step 2: cheese

Add the Rotel and stir together. Allow it to come to slight simmer, to heat up.

step 3: Chicken spaghetti with rotel

Spoon the drained spaghetti into the meat mixture and stir together. If needed, slowly add reserved pasta water, milk or sour cream (or yogurt or mayo).

step 4: pasta

Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray. Pour in the spaghetti casserole and evenly spread across the entire dish. Top with the shredded cheese.

spaghetti casserole

Then bake in the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Divide into four pieces and enjoy.

What to Serve with the Best Weeknight Dinner

Chicken spaghetti is almost a complete dish, in my mind. It is just missing some vegetables! Since this dish is already cheesy and slightly spicy, I love serving this with a sweeter vegetable like my maple bacon Brussels sprouts, my candied carrot chips or crunchy crack broccoli.

storing and leftovers

You can store chicken spaghetti in the fridge for up to three days in an air tight container. To heat it up, I typically pop it in the microwave for a few minutes. But, you can also add it back to a casserole dish and place it in the oven.

Chicken Spaghetti - Rotel and Velveeta Casserole

The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese. Only a couple ingredients come together to make this protein packed weeknight meal.

The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese.

Chicken Spaghetti

The easiest, creamiest and most delicious recipe is this rotel chicken spaghetti made with lots of cheese. Only a couple ingredients come together to make this protein packed weeknight meal. 
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 people
Calories 362 kcal

Equipment

  • Stovetop
  • Oven

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces spaghetti Banza
  • ⅛ cup red onion diced
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 16 ounces ground chicken breast
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon oregano
  • 10 ounces rotel 1 small can
  • 6 ounces Velveeta cheese 2% milk
  • ⅓ cup shredded lite Mexican cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. 
  • Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions, leaving it very slightly al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water. Then, drain well and set aside. 
  • Heat a large pan over medium/high heat. Grease with cooking spray or a drizzle of olive oil.
  • Add the diced onions and cook for 1-2 minutes. Place the minced garlic into the pan. Cook for another minute or two, until fragrant. 
  • Add the ground chicken and start breaking it up. Sprinkle on the seasonings and continue to breakup while cooking. Continue to break up and mix in the seasonings until the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat and set aside. 
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Then, add the Velveeta cheese and begin to warm up the cheese. Continue to stir together and melt the cheese into the chicken.
  • Add the Rotel and stir together. Allow it to come to slight simmer, to heat up.
  • Spoon the drained spaghetti into the meat mixture and stir together. If needed, slowly add reserved pasta water, milk or sour cream (or yogurt or mayo).
  • Grease a casserole dish with cooking spray. Pour in the spaghetti casserole and evenly spread across the entire dish. 
  • Top with the shredded cheese then bake in the oven for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. 
  • Divide into four pieces, add your favorite taco toppings and enjoy. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1.5 cupsCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 19gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 24mgSodium: 914mgPotassium: 487mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 734IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 408mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Ground Chicken/Turkey
Course Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine Mexican
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Chicken Cutlets

Breaded chicken cutlets are so good plus, you can air fry them, which taste just like a fryer, or a cutlet can be baked in the oven. 

THE BEST MEAL EVER!

CRISPY, CRUNCHY, AIR FRYER CHICKEN CUTLETS.

Breaded chicken cutlets are so good plus, you can air fry them, which taste just like a fryer, or a cutlet can be baked in the oven.

What are Chicken Cutlets?

Chicken cutlets are very thinly sliced boneless chicken breasts. You can purchase them pre-sliced; however, you can also slice them yourself. You will need to slice them horizontally and pound them thin, if necessary.

I typically see chicken cutlets breaded and either made in the air fryer or baked in the oven. However, you can also fry the chicken cutlets (not in the air fryer, an actual fryer) but that requires a lot of oil!

Why This is One of My Favorite Recipes

So, why is this one of my favorite recipes? It is so versatile and can be used for pretty much anything. They are amazing as a sandwich, a salad topping, mixed into pasta, or really just about anything.

List of Ingredients:

These are the essential ingredients that you will need to make the crispiest chicken ever!

Chicken

Of course, you will need chicken. Chicken cutlets are very thinly sliced boneless chicken breasts. You can purchase them pre-sliced; however, you can also slice them yourself. You will need to slice them horizontally and pound them thin, if necessary.

Egg Whites

I usually use egg whites because they are easy to pour out into a bowl and are not as sticky as the full egg. There is so whisking required. However, you can use a real egg, just be sure to whisk it first.

Flour

Any type of all-purpose flour will work. You can also use a gluten free cup-for-cup flour.

Italian Seasonings Blend

I typically do an Italian seasonings blend; however, you can modify the seasonings to your liking.

  • Garlic powder
  • Onion powder
  • Paprika
  • Italian seasonings
  • Salt
  • Pepper

Adding grated parmesan cheese is also really great; however not necessary. I love how it adds flavor and crunch to the chicken cutlets.

chicken cutlets
Additional Ingredients

First off, you will need an air fryer, you can use a basket type air fryer; but, I really like a rack type air fryer as well. 

Then, you will need three small shallow bowls. I typically use plastic containers.

Finally, some cooking spray to emulate actual frying.

Step By Step Instructions

Ensure the chicken cutlets are thin and even. You may have to pound some down to ensure they are all the same thickness.

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Grease the air fryer rack with cooking spray.

Pour two tablespoons of flour and half the seasonings into one bowl, the egg into another and the remaining ingredients in the final bowl.

Press the chicken cutlets into the flour, then, dredge them in egg. After that, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture.

Place each chicken piece on the greased air fryer rack, trying not to let them touch.

Air fry chicken cutlets

Air fry for 3 minutes. Then, spray with cooking spray. Air fry for another 2 minutes.

Flip the chicken over and then spray again with cooking spray. Air fry for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked and crispy.

Breaded chicken cutlets

Oven Baked Breaded Chicken Cutlets

Ensure the chicken cutlets are thin and even. You may have to pound some down to ensure they are all the same thickness.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Grease an oven safe cooling rack with cooking spray. Line a baking tray with aluminum foil and place the cooling rack on top.

Pour two tablespoons of flour and half the seasonings into one bowl, the egg into another and the remaining ingredients in the final bowl.

Press the chicken cutlets into the flour, then, dredge them in egg. After that, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture. 

Place each chicken piece on the greased cooling rack, trying not to let them touch. 

Baked chicken cutlets

Bake for 3 minutes. Then, spray with cooking spray. Bake for another 3-4 minutes.

Flip the chicken over and then spray again with cooking spray. Bake for another 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked and crispy. 

What To Serve with My Favorite Chicken

This is so versatile and can be used for pretty much anything. They are amazing as a sandwich, a salad topping, mixed into pasta, or really just about anything.

I serve it with a side of my Gigi Hadid famous pasta recipe, air fryer buffalo cauliflower, mini bloomin onions (air fryer white pearl onions), or air fryer baby potatoes.

Storing and Leftovers

You can store these cutlets in the fridge for up to three days in an air tight container. To heat them up, I air fry the chicken cutlets at 400 degrees for 3-4 minutes. They can also be reheated in the oven at 425 degrees for 4-5 minutes. I also love eating them cold over a cold salad.

Chicken Cutlets

THE BEST MEAL EVER!

CRISPY, CRUNCHY, AIR FRYER CHICKEN CUTLETS.

chicken cutlets

Chicken Cutlets

The best and most versatile recipe to make are these super crispy chicken cutlets
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 20 mins
Course Main Dish
Servings 6 cutlets
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 

  • 6 chicken cutlets about one pound
  • 6 tablespoons flour
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs Italian style
  • ⅛ cup reduced fat parmesan cheese grated
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasonings
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper
  • ¼ cup liquid egg whites

Instructions

  • Ensure the chicken cutlets are thin and even. You may have to pound some down to ensure they are all the same thickness.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees. Grease the air fryer rack with cooking spray.
  • Pour two tablespoons of flour and half the seasonings into one bowl, the egg into another and the remaining ingredients in the final bowl.
  • Press the chicken cutlets into the flour, then, dredge them in egg. After that, press the chicken into the breadcrumb mixture. 
  • Place each chicken piece on the greased air fryer rack, trying not to let them touch. 
  • Air fry for 3 minutes. Then, spray with cooking spray. Air fry for another 2 minutes.
  • Flip the chicken over and then spray again with cooking spray. Air fry for another 5 minutes or until fully cooked and crispy. 
  • Oven directions: or bake in the oven at 425 degrees for 8-10 minutes, following the same directions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cutletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 39gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 111mgSodium: 364mgPotassium: 677mgFiber: 1gSugar: 0.3gVitamin A: 170IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 52mgIron: 2mg
Keyword Chicken Breast
Course Main Dish
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Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe

Have you seen that famous Gigi Hadid pasta recipe, well, it is just penne alla vodka and I will show you how to make the best version of it!

This is not my typical healthy recipe, sorry. This is your classic, full fat version of my favorite dish. If you want something "lightened up" you can check out my instant pot penne alla vodka or my light vodka sauce which is just made on the stovetop.

Gigi Hadid, you may know her as a supermodel or the daughter of one of those real housewives ladies. Well, a while back, she went viral making this spicy vodka sauce. Everyone went crazy for this "Gigi Hadid vodka pasta recipe". But, it is really just a spicy penne alla vodka!

Have you seen that famous Gigi Hadid pasta recipe, well, it is just penne alla vodka and I will show you how to make the best version of it!

I will leave the name as the Gigi Hadid pasta recipe. I do like her and that is apparently what it is known as now. But, still, it will always be penne alla vodka to me.

Fun fact: my family is OBSESSED with penne alla vodka. When I tell you obsessed, I mean ridiculously beyond crazy obsessed. We can go to an Italian restaurant every night for a good penne vodka dish. 

When I tell you we are the biggest penne alla vodka critiques, I MEAN IT. You cannot get a less than perfect sauce pasta us. Which is why I know this will be your favorite penne alla vodka dish.

Tips and Tricks from Allie Carte
  • Substitute the vodka with a squeeze of lemon and additional water, if needed.
  • If you do not like it spicy, skip the crushed red pepper.
  • However, we also love using Italian hot sausage and skipping the crushed red pepper (it is spicy enough)
  • Use your favorite pasta shape for this Gigi Hadid pasta recipe
What You Need to Make This

No special cooking gadgets are required. I make the pasta in one pot and then the sauce in a pan on the stove top. That is all you will need in terms of cooking tools.

Then, of course, for the pasta part, you will need pasta. Like I said, I am a penne alla vodka snob so I am using penne. However, you can use any shape that you love.

Next, will be the ingredients for the actual Gigi Hadid pasta sauce recipe, that will be the time consuming part.

  • Olive oil
  • Shallot
  • Garlic clove
  • Tomato paste
  • Vodka
  • Heavy cream
  • Parmesan cheese
  • Crushed red peppers
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • Parsley

Now, this is typically where I go over some suggestions and substitutions. However, I will preface this by saying I have perfectly crafted this recipe and I follow it to a T. If you are going to make any substitutions, it will not be the same.

Olive Oil

Yes, I am sure you can use a different type of oil; however, I do not. I just use extra virgin olive oil and that is the end of it. I am not sure what Gigi Hadid would have used in her pasta recipe. Avocado oil is super trendy over in LA; however, olive is just fine here in Florida.

Shallot

Okay, this may be where you can make the biggest substitute; however, the shallot really does make a difference. You can substitute a portion of a red onion; but, it really is not the same! Shallots do have a more mild taste. Honestly, I love the taste of onion; therefore, I do like using a red onion in this. However, my husband cannot stand onions and he says the shallot really makes a difference. It is up to you!

Garlic

You can buy pre-minced garlic; however, I love mincing my own with this mini food processor. You can also use that for the shallot.

Tomato Paste

This is in a jar by your classic tomato or pizza sauces.

Vodka

If you do not want to use vodka, or do not have it, you can try a little squeeze of a lemon and add a bit more water, if it needs it.

We will be burning the alcohol off; therefore, there will not be any actual alcohol in the dish. Actually, when Gigi Hadid made this pasta recipe, she skipped the vodka and everyone suspected she was pregnant! Well, she was, but still, we do burn off the alcohol.

Heavy Cream

Yes, the heavy cream does make it better and it is what I specifically use. However, if you really want to make it lighter, you can try some fat-free half and half.

Crushed Red Pepper

I add this at the end to make it spicy. Gigi Hadid does like her pasta recipe to be spicy. However, we also skip the crushed red pepper a lot and use a spicy Italian sausage instead. You can also skip the spicy part which is also amazing.

Salt, Pepper and Parsley

Add this at the end, as much or as little as you like!

Gigi Hadid pasta recipe

How to Make the Best Penne alla Vodka

Gigi Hadid, you may know her as a supermodel or the daughter of one of those real housewives ladies. Well, a while back, she went viral making this spicy vodka sauce. Everyone went crazy for this "Gigi Hadid vodka pasta recipe". But, it is really just a spicy penne alla vodka!

I like to have everything prepped, measured and ready to go. I suggest you do the same.

Pasta

Start by cooking the pasta according to the package instructions. Reserve a half cup of pasta water, if needed. Then, drain well and set aside.

Gigi Hadid Pasta Sauce Recipe

Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add one tablespoon of oil and allow that to heat up.

In the pan, add the shallots and sauté for about a minute or two, until they start to become translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.

Pour in the rest of the oil and the tomato paste. Mix that together and continue to cook until they are combined, about 3-5 minutes.

Add in the vodka sauce. Stir together for about 2-3 minutes, until it no longer smells like alcohol.

Pour in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 4-7 minutes, until thickened.

Add in the pasta and stir to combine. If needed, slowly stir in the pasta water.

Sprinkle with crushed red pepper, salt, pepper and parsley, mixing to evenly distribute.

Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe

Have you seen that famous Gigi Hadid pasta recipe, well, it is just penne alla vodka and I will show you how to make the best version of it!

Have you seen that famous Gigi Hadid pasta recipe, well, it is just penne alla vodka and I will show you how to make the best version of it!

Gigi Hadid Pasta Recipe (Penne alla Vodka)

The world's greatest penne alla vodka recipe and I MEAN IT. I am telling you, I am the biggest penne alla vodka critique so you know this stuff is better than anything else!
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Main Course, Main Dish, Sauce, Sides
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 people
Calories 854 kcal

Equipment

  • Stovetop

Ingredients
 

  • 8 ounces pasta dry
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 shallot
  • 5 cloves minced garlic
  • 6 ounces tomato paste
  • ¼ cup vodka
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper or to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon parsley or to taste

Instructions

  • Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve a half cup of pasta water, if needed. Drain well then set aside.
  • Heat a large pan over medium heat. Add one tablespoon of oil and allow that to heat up. 
  • Add the shallots and sauté for about a minute or two, until they start to become translucent. Add the garlic and sauté for another 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Pour in the rest of the oil and the tomato paste. Mix that together and continue to cook until they are combined, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Add in the vodka sauce. Stir together for about 2-3 minutes, until it no longer smells like alcohol.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese, stirring to combine. Reduce the heat to low and allow it to simmer for 4-7 minutes, until thickened. 
  • Add in the pasta and stir to combine. If needed, slowly stir in the pasta water. 
  • Sprinkle with crushed red pepper, salt, pepper and parsley, mixing to evenly distribute. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 cupCalories: 854kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 16gFat: 61gSaturated Fat: 31gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 1560mgPotassium: 756mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 3092IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 237mgIron: 3mg
Keyword Pasta
Course Main Course, Main Dish, Sauce, Sides
Cuisine Italian
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Teriyaki Chicken Fried Rice

Skip the takeout and try out my ground chicken fried rice made with teriyaki sauce, gluten free ingredients and some secret spicy sauce!

Fakeout Tuesday featuring CHICKEN FRIED RICE!!! I haven’t had this dish in forever but my sister got me craving fried rice!! We were not going to give in to her temptation of going to my local Chinese takeout. Hello major points. So I pulled out my recipe and made my version!

I couldn’t believe how quick and delicious this recipe was when I first made it. It is so hard to stop sampling it to take some photos! It is a great dish served with lots of vegetables. You can add any of your favorites or serve some edamame on the side. Either way, I guarantee you’ll be asking for more!!

Skip the takeout and try out my ground chicken fried rice made with teriyaki sauce, gluten free ingredients and some secret spicy sauce!