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Overhead view of a large white rectangular casserole dish holding John Wayne casserole topped with melted cheese, tomatoes, jalapeño slices, and cilantro.

John Wayne Casserole

Inspired by a dish that John Wayne himself submitted to a cookbook years ago, this casserole is the epitome of comfort food! It’s packed full of deliciously comforting layers of flavor. Quick and easy to put together, and perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights.

Creamy dijon chicken breast placed on top of a bed of mashed potatoes in a large white bowl on a table with a blue and white stripe dish towel.

Creamy Dijon Chicken

Creamy, slightly tangy, and perfectly savory, this creamy Dijon chicken is a staple in our house. A family I nannied for when I studied abroad in Paris gave me this basic recipe decades ago, and I’ve never forgotten the power of aromatics, deglazing with wine, fortifying with cream or half and half, and a nice dash of Dijon mustard. Delicious over pasta, rice, mashed potatoes, or cauliflower rice or mash!

A large oval platter of Nicoise salad with potatoes, green beans, eggs, lettuce, olives, capers, tomatoes, and tuna.

Nicoise Salad

An Americanized take on classically French salade niçoise, this Nicoise salad is simultaneously light and hearty, filled with the Mediterranean flavors of the French Riviera. Vibrant summer vegetables, jammy boiled eggs, flaky (canned!) tuna, and a zesty Dijon dressing make it absolutely irresistible, and you can easily customize it to include your favorite ingredients.

A large silver skillet of penne pasta in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce with chicken and basil.

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken pasta combines all the delicious flavors of our reader-favorite Marry Me Chicken… in a pasta dish! My husband’s very favorite iteration of this viral recipe, there’s so much to love about the magical combination of Parmesan, basil, sun dried tomatoes, tender chicken, and al dente penne. If you get a proposal out of this recipe, don’t say I didn’t warn you!

Three seared Cajun-seasoned chicken breasts topped with a creamy sauce in a large silver skillet.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Skillet

Cajun-seasoned chicken swaddled in a creamy sauce, this skillet recipe is quick and easy to make but packed with flavor! It starts with Holy Trinity of bell peppers, onions, and celery, then adds plenty of Cajun seasoning, and just the right amount of cream to add a perfect richness. Delicious over mashed potatoes, cauliflower, rice, or pasta.

Top-down view of a white soup bowl holding creamy, golden chickpea soup with a piece of crusty bread resting in the soup.

Creamy Chickpea Soup

This chickpea soup is so quick and easy to make that you won’t believe how delicious it is! Simple but perfectly savory and satisfying, this vegan soup is made with just a few ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry. A must to add to your rotation.

Overhead view of two white soup bowls holding deep red-orange tomatoey soup with ditalini pasta topped with diced chicken, shredded parmesan, and thin strips of basil.

Chicken Parmesan Soup

All the flavors of classic Italian chicken parmesan in a hearty, creamy soup! With a delicious creamy tomato soup base, plenty of Italian-seasoned chicken, pasta, and Parmesan cheese, this soup recipe comes together quickly for the perfect dinner recipe that’s packed with flavor!

Chicken vesuvio with potatoes and peas in a large silver skillet resting on a striped kitchen towel.

Chicken Vesuvio

A classic chicken dish hailing from the Windy City, chicken vesuvio is full of robust, savory flavors and satisfying ingredients. Juicy chicken thighs, buttery potatoes, and vibrant green peas are roasted in a simple white wine and herb pan sauce. It’s a restaurant-quality recipe that’s simple enough for cooks of any skill level!