I call this Summer Chicken Stew, not only because it is chock-full of the flavors of the season, but also because it is cooked using a slow cooker, perfect for hot summer days when you don't want to heat up the house.
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Monday, August 10, 2026
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Instant Pot Chicken Mac and Cheese #SundayFunday
This Chicken Mac and Cheese is made in an Instant Pot. Ready in less time than it would take to bring the cooking water to a boil to prepare the noodles, with no need to turn on the oven on these hot summer days.
Wednesday, July 8, 2026
N is for Noodles
Sunday, July 5, 2026
Coconut Crusted Chicken #SundayFunday
Tender strips of chicken, dredged in coconut flour, egg, and a panko/coconut flour mixture, then pan-fried in coconut oil and finished in the oven.
Sunday, May 17, 2026
Grilled Chicken Breasts with Strawberry Butter #SundayFunday
Delicious, tender chicken breasts grilled to perfection and topped with a wonderful, fresh strawberry butter.
Friday, April 10, 2026
An Algerian Chicken paired with Organic Wines from South Africa #EattheWorld #WinePW
When I was visiting my friend Linda in Tucson last month, she gifted me a packet of Ras el Hanout that she had picked up during a cruise to northern Africa. I decided to use it to make this Algerian Chicken dish.
Then, since I am hosting our Eat the World event this month, I invited the others to visit Algeria with me.
Sunday, March 29, 2026
Easy Enchiladas #SundayFunday
This easy enchilada recipe has been a staple in our household for many years. It is not a true enchilada recipe as it uses flour tortillas instead of traditional corn tortillas, but it is easy to make, delicious to eat, and can be made ahead of time.
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
E is for Eggs
One of my favorite ways to repurpose leftovers is to make quiche. In this case, I had some leftover chicken, half a package of baby spinach, and half a package of mozzarella cheese. The results? A delicious dinner with leftovers for lunch the following day.
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Copycat Panera Thai Chicken Salad #SundayFunday
I think that of all the fast-food options available, the one we enjoy most often is Panera. I feel that they offer more nutritious food that is not only quick but also colorful, healthy, and delicious. This Thai Chicken Salad was one of my favorites, but the last time I visited, it was no longer on the menu.
Friday, February 13, 2026
Chicken Crepes, A Book Review, and The Weekly Menu
Tender crepes filled with a silky, creamy velouté containing chicken, mushrooms, and spinach can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking, if desired.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
C is for Chicken
It's definitely Chili weather here in Michigan, and we have been enjoying a lot of it. This version is made with lean white-meat chicken breast and white beans, flavored with green chiles and cumin. It is scrumptious.
Friday, January 30, 2026
Oven Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs and the Weekly Menu
I enjoy cooking and spending time in the kitchen, but somedays I just want something easy like these oven-baked BBQ chicken thighs that take only moments of hands-on time and deliver a delicious dinner with little effort.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Chicken and Dumplings #RecipeRedo
When the weather outside is frightful, it's time to head into the kitchen and cook up this delicious, comforting stew that will keep your family warm and content while they wait out the blizzards.
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
A Recipe Redo for the 5th Day of Christmas
My brother Dick was in Nashville during our Santa Party this year. He lost his wife, my dear sister-in-love, Jackie, this past August, and I think it was too painful to attend our family gathering without her. We all understand. This was a huge loss for our family.
Before he left, we had him over for dinner. Just the three of us, seeking to comfort each other, sharing memories of dinners and Christmases past.

Baked Honey Sesame Chicken
Bite-sized portions of white meat chicken, breaded, and shallow-fried before being covered in a savory, Asian sauce and baked.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite size pieces
- 1 c. cornstarch
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 3 eggs, beaten
- 1/4 c. vegetable or peanut oil
- 3/4 c. honey
- 3/4 c. lite soy sauce
- 1/2 c. ketchup
- 1/2 c. light brown sugar, firmly packed
- 1/2 c. rice wine vinegar
- 1 t. dark sesame oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 T. cornstarch (left from the cup used for breading)
Instructions
- Place cornstarch, salt, and pepper into a plastic bag. Add chicken and shake to cover.
- Beat 3 eggs in a shallow bowl and set aside.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the bag and cover with egg mixture. Place into the hot oil and cook, in batches, until browned on both sides. Remove chicken to a casserole and set aside,
- Whisk the honey, soy sauce, ketchup, sugar, vinegar, sesame oil, and garlic together in a medium bowl and pour over the chicken.
- Bake in a preheated 325* oven for 45 minutes, tossing the chicken every 15 minutes.
Notes
Recipe adapted from one found at Recipe Critic.
Nutrition Facts
Calories
574Fat (grams)
15 gSat. Fat (grams)
3 gCarbs (grams)
81 gFiber (grams)
1 gNet carbs
80 gSugar (grams)
57 gProtein (grams)
30 gSodium (milligrams)
2006 mgCholesterol (grams)
154 mgNutritional information for entire amount of dip
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