Slow Cooker Chicken Stew with Peppers and Peaches

Slow Cooker Chicken Stew with Peppers and Peaches

Couverts4
on high 4 hours
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Equipment

  • 1 slow cooker (3-6 quart),
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Whisk or fork

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients:

  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together water or chicken broth and soy sauce.

Combine in Slow Cooker:

  • Place the chicken breast slices in the slow cooker.
  • Pour the mixture of water (or chicken broth) and soy sauce over the chicken.

Cook in Slow Cooker:

  • Cook on low for 7-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours until the chicken is cooked through and tender.

Thicken Sauce:

  • In a separate bowl, mix peach juice (from the canned peaches) with cornstarch until smooth.
  • Gradually stir this mixture into the slow cooker.

Add Peaches and Pepper:

  • Stir in the sliced peaches and thinly sliced red bell pepper.

Finish Cooking:

  • Cook for an additional 15 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken and the flavors to meld.

Serve:

  • Once ready, serve the chicken stew hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:
This dish pairs well with a medium-bodied white wine such as a Chardonnay or a Viognier. The fruity and slightly floral notes of these wines complement the sweetness of the peaches and the savory flavors of the chicken and peppers.
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Succulent Chicken with Peaches and Basil Sauce

Succulent Chicken with Peaches and Basil Sauce

Couverts4
Preparation time:40 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 large frying pan
  • 1 Knife
  • 1 Whisk or fork,
  • 1 Serving dish

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare Chicken:

  • Brush each chicken breast slice with beaten egg to coat.

Cook Chicken:

  • In a large frying pan, melt butter over medium heat.
  • Add the egg-coated chicken breast slices and cook for about 15 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and golden brown.
  • Ensure to turn the chicken over a couple of times during cooking to ensure even cooking.

Cook Peaches and Sauce:

  • In the same frying pan, pour in water or chicken broth.
  • Add sliced peaches, chopped onion, and lemon zest.
  • Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
  • Stir in chopped basil leaves, salt, and pepper to taste.

Serve:

  • Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving dish.
  • Pour the peach and basil sauce over the chicken.
  • Serve hot with cooked rice.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

For this delightful dish, consider pairing it with a light and fruity white wine such as a Riesling or a Gewürztraminer. These wines complement the sweetness of the peaches and basil while balancing the savory flavors of the chicken.

Nutrition values

Calories: 350 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 25 g | Vet: 15 g | Suiker: 10 g
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Cuisine; American
Diets; Gluten-Free

Tender Chicken Marengo in Savory Tomato Sauce

Tender Chicken Marengo in Savory Tomato Sauce

Couverts4
Preparation time:1 hour 15 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 large frying pan with lid,
  • 1 Serving dish
  • 1 strainer or sieve

Ingredients

Optional:

Instructions

Saute Chicken:

  • In a large frying pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add chicken breast slices and thinly sliced onion.
  • Saute until chicken is lightly browned on both sides and onion is softened.

Add Flavor:

  • Pour in vinegar, crushed garlic, chopped parsley, and tomato sauce.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • If using, add dried thyme and bay leaf for extra flavor.

Simmer:

  • Add water or chicken stock to the frying pan.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat for about 1 hour, or until the chicken is tender and cooked through.

Strain and Reduce Sauce:

  • Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the pan and set aside.
  • Strain the sauce through a sieve or strainer to remove any solids.
  • Return the strained sauce to the frying pan and simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes to reduce and thicken.

Serve:

  • Place cooked rice in a serving dish.
  • Arrange the chicken breast slices over the rice.
  • Pour the reduced sauce over the chicken and rice.

Garnish:

  • Garnish with additional chopped parsley if desired.
  • Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

For this classic French dish, consider pairing it with a medium-bodied red wine such as a Merlot or a Pinot Noir. The fruity and earthy notes of these wines complement the rich tomato sauce and savory chicken flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 450 kcal | koolhydraten: 25 g | Eiwitten: 30 g | Vet: 25 g | Suiker: 5 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course
Cuisine; European / French
Diets; Gluten-Free

Gourmet Chicken Stuffed with Herbed Butter

Gourmet Chicken Stuffed with Herbed Butter

Couverts4
Preparation time:30 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

Prepare Herbed Butter:

  • In a small bowl, combine the sliced butter, fresh parsley, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Roll the butter slices in the mixture until evenly coated.

Stuff the Chicken:

  • Lay out the chicken breast slices on a clean surface.
  • Place a slice of herbed butter in the center of each chicken breast.
  • Roll up the chicken breast tightly around the butter slice.

Coat the Chicken:

  • Dip each chicken roll in the beaten egg, ensuring it is fully coated.
  • Then roll the chicken in breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.

Cook the Chicken:

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Place the coated chicken rolls in the skillet and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Ensure to turn the chicken rolls occasionally to cook evenly on all sides.

Serve:

  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

For this elegant dish, pair it with a crisp and refreshing white wine such as a Chardonnay or a Sauvignon Blanc. The acidity in these wines will cut through the richness of the herbed butter and complement the flavors of the chicken perfectly.

Nutrition values

Calories: 400 kcal | koolhydraten: 15 g | Eiwitten: 30 g | Vet: 25 g | Suiker: 1 g
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Course; Chicken / Main Course
Cuisine; Ukrainian
Diets; Dairy-Free

Sizzling Beef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry

Sizzling Beef and Green Pepper Stir-Fry

Couverts4
Preparation time:20 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 large frying pan or wok,
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients

Instructions

Marinate the Beef:

  • In a large bowl, mix the beef steak tips with soy sauce and cornstarch until well coated.

Cook the Beef:

  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the marinated beef and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.

Add Green Peppers:

  • Add the thinly sliced green peppers to the pan with the beef.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the peppers are tender but still crisp.

Serve:

  • Serve the sizzling beef and green pepper stir-fry hot over cooked rice.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

Pair this dish with a light-bodied red wine such as a Pinot Noir or a Beaujolais. The fruity and slightly acidic characteristics of these wines will complement the savory flavors of the beef and the freshness of the green peppers.
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Course; Beef / Main Course
Cuisine; American
Diets; Dairy-Free

Savory Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Savory Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry

Couverts4
Preparation time:18 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 Large bowl for marinating,
  • 1 large frying pan or wok,
  • 1 spatula

Ingredients

Instructions

Marinate the Beef:

  • In a large bowl, combine the beef steak tips with soy sauce, cornstarch, and sugar.
  • Let it marinate for 10 minutes.

Cook the Beef:

  • Heat olive oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
  • Add the marinated beef and brown it until cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.

Add Onion and Broccoli:

  • Stir in the thinly sliced onion and cook until tender but still crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Then add the broccoli florets and continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the broccoli is tender-crisp.

Incorporate Reserved Marinade:

  • Pour in the reserved marinade mixture and stir well to combine.
  • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly and coats the beef and broccoli.

Serve:

  • Serve the beef and broccoli stir-fry hot over cooked rice.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

For this flavorful dish, consider pairing it with a medium-bodied red wine such as a Merlot or a Cabernet Sauvignon. These wines complement the richness of the beef and the savory flavors of the soy sauce marinade.

Nutrition values

Calories: 350 kcal | koolhydraten: 12 g | Eiwitten: 30 g | Vet: 20 g | Suiker: 4 g
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Course; Beef / Main Course
Cuisine; American
Diets; Dairy-Free

Homestyle American Chop Suey

Homestyle American Chop Suey

Couverts6
Preparation time:40 minutes
for tomato sauce 1 hour 30 minutes
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Equipment

  • 1 large saucepan
  • 1 Frying pan
  • 1 pot for boiling pasta,

Ingredients

  • 1 can 14-16 oz crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 lb macaroni or penne pasta gluten-free if desired
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small to medium onion chopped (or shallot for variation)

Instructions

Make the Tomato Sauce:

  • In a large saucepan, combine crushed tomatoes, dried parsley, and dried basil.
  • Cook over low heat for 1.
  • 5 hours until grease forms on top of the sauce.
  • Stir occasionally.

Cook the Pasta:

  • While the tomato sauce is simmering, cook the macaroni or penne pasta according to the package instructions.
  • Drain and set aside.

Brown the Ground Beef and Onion:

  • In a frying pan, brown the ground beef and chopped onion over medium heat until the beef is fully cooked and the onion is translucent.
  • Drain off any excess grease, then return the ground beef mixture to the frying pan.

Combine Ingredients:

  • Add the prepared tomato sauce and cooked pasta to the ground beef mixture in the frying pan.
  • Stir well to combine.
  • Heat Through: Cook the mixture over medium heat until heated throughout, stirring occasionally.

Serve:

  • Once heated through, serve the American Chop Suey hot.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Pairing:

For this hearty dish, you could pair it with a medium-bodied red wine such as a Merlot or Zinfandel. These wines complement the richness of the beef and tomato sauce without overpowering the dish.

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | koolhydraten: 20 g | Eiwitten: 6 g | Vet: 10 g | Suiker: 7 g
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Course; Main Course
Cuisine; American

Pork Seasoning Mix for Goulash

Pork Seasoning Mix for Goulash

Couverts5
Preparation 10 minutes
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Equipment

  • airtight container

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine dried thyme leaves, black pepper powder, crushed dried rosemary, celery salt, dried parsley, dried basil, dried oregano leaves, dried marjoram leaves, sea salt, garlic powder, and dry sage powder.
  • Mix the ingredients until evenly blended.
  • Transfer the seasoning mix to an airtight container for storage.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

This robust pork seasoning mix pairs well with a medium-bodied red wine such as Merlot or a fruity Pinot Noir. If you prefer white wine, opt for a lightly oaked Chardonnay to complement the pork’s flavors.

Nutrition values

Calories: 7 kcal | koolhydraten: 2 g | Eiwitten: 0 g | Vet: 0 g | Suiker: 0 g
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Cuisine; American
Diets; Halal / Kosher

Italian-Inspired Goulash Seasoning Blend

Italian-Inspired Goulash Seasoning Blend

Couverts1 Seasoning for 2 pounds of beef
Preparation time:10 minutes
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Equipment

  • Small bowl
  • Glass jar

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine paprika, salt, fennel seeds, red pepper flakes, black pepper, minced onions, minced garlic, parsley, and Italian seasoning.
  • Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
  • Transfer the seasoning blend to a glass jar or airtight container for storage.
  • To use, add the seasoning mixture to 2 pounds of ground beef or any other meat of your choice for your favorite goulash recipe.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

This Italian-inspired seasoning blend complements the rich flavors of goulash and pairs well with a medium-bodied Italian red wine such as Chianti or Sangiovese.

Nutrition values

Calories: 13 kcal | koolhydraten: 3 g | Eiwitten: 0 g | Vet: 0 g | Suiker: 0 g
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Cuisine; European / Italian
Diets; Halal / Kosher

Flavor-Boosting Meat Marinade

Flavor-Boosting Meat Marinade

Couverts8
Preparation time:10 minutes
Marinating Time 1 day 12 hours
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Equipment

  • airtight container

Ingredients

Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine black pepper, prepared horseradish, minced garlic, salt, apple cider vinegar, mayonnaise, white sugar, and spicy brown mustard.
  • Mix the ingredients until smooth and well combined.
  • Transfer the marinade to an airtight container.
  • Place the container in the refrigerator and let the marinade sit for 24 to 36 hours to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Once marinated, the sauce is ready to use for enhancing the flavor of your meat in dishes like goulash.

Notes & Wine Advice

Wine Advice:

This rich and creamy marinade pairs well with a crisp white wine such as Pinot Grigio or a light-bodied Chardonnay. If you prefer red wine, opt for a fruity Beaujolais or a light-bodied Pinot Noir.

Nutrition values

Calories: 209 kcal | koolhydraten: 2 g | Eiwitten: 1 g | Vet: 22 g | Suiker: 1 g
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Course; Marinade
Cuisine; American
Diets; Dairy-Free / Halal / Keto / Kosher / Paleo