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Time to Shrink's Low Carb Green Chicken Enchiladas

Low Carb Chicken Enchiladas (1 recipe using low carb tortillas / 1 recipe using zucchini noodles as tortillas) --See video for much more detailed directions-- INGREDIENTS: 2 lbs shredded chicken ( I tend to shred in big batches in my Instant pot- See my crack chicken recipe for directions) 1 can Rotel 1 block Philadelphia Cream cheese 1 Tbsp spices of choice (optional- I tend to do taco seasoning type combination, but will be super tasty even if you totally omit this step) 2 Tbsp crushed chipotle peppers ( purely optional- if you enjoy heat) 1 bag Mexican shredded cheese, or equivalent amount cheese of choice (divided) 1 can Green Enchilada Sauce ( I use Aldi brand) 8 low carb tortillas of choice 1. 1-2 zucchini, sliced length wise thinly on a mandolin1.Combine chicken through half bag shredded cheese together in bowl and mix till well incorporated. 2. Place half can enchilada sauce in bowl and wet a tortilla on both sides. Next lay out tortilla and place about 1.2 ...

Philly Cheese Steak Meatloaf

Meatloaf is something I make often because no matter who in the family is ready to eat at what time, meatloaf holds so very well and is just as good straight out of the oven as it is hours later, or even later in the week! Meatloaf is perfect for Meal Planning as it just holds up and reheats beautifully! So whether you make this for a family, or just for you to eat on over the week- this recipe is just scrumptious! Ingredients-  for meatloaf- 1 lb ground beef 1 lb ground pork ( or sausage) 1/4 onion - diced 1 egg 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 1 Tbsp Penzey's Northwood Seasoning 2 tsp garlic bread seasoning (the gourmet collection brand) 2 tsp Italian seasoning for interior of meatloaf- provolone cheese slices, entire package 1/2 red pepper, sliced 1/4 onion, sliced (bit of oil for sauteeing) for glaze-- 1 T Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup Heinz Reduced Sugar Ketchup 1 tsp hot sauce of choice Set oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. 1. Saute sliced onions and peppers over...

Crack Chicken - Keto Approved!

I don't know if you've ever heard of Crack Chicken, but I made my version for dinner tonight and was reminded just how addictive this stuff is and how much my family LOVES it. I've made it to take a meal to people in the past as well and I have never had a bad review. It is also VERY Keto friendly and can be made quickly and used for meal prep for a week so so easily! I made it to serve Family Style. So, here goes.... My  Instant Pot Crack Chicken - Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken ( I used chicken breast but you could do thighs or even skip the instant pot and make your shredded chicken from a rotisserie or however you please) 1 Tbsp Ranch seasoning ( I use Penzey's buttermilk ranch  ) - it does have a tad sugar in it but its so little and spread out over many serving... 1 cup water seasoning salt 8 oz cream cheese 1. Place chicken in the Instant Pot and add a bit of seasoning salt, or salt and pepper. Set to Manuel, 17 minutes. Place lid and make sure kn...

Sheet Pan Fajitas - Keto Approved!

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas This recipe is so simple and so versatile, as its easy to do for meal prep or size up and do to serve a ton of peeps! I did film a video making this family style for a party, but I will post below just as a basic recipe! I hope ya'll can make this and enjoy it as much as we do! Ingredients 2 lbs chicken, cut into thin strips 1 red pepper, sliced 1 yellow pepper, sliced 1 onion, sliced 1 lemon 2 Tbsp fajita seasoning, divided ( I like Penzey's   ) 2 Tbsp Avocado oil, divided ( or oil of your choice) Toppings of choice- shredded lettuce shredded cheeses salsa guacamole sour cream pepitas /sunflower seeds sliced limes ( and on and on, whatever floats your boat!) DIRECTIONS: Turn oven on 350 Toss chicken with seasoning and about 1 Tbsp of avocado oil. Spread it out on a sheet pan. Set aside Now do the same with veggies! Pop both sheet pans in oven for 15 min. Open and give all a toss. Increase heat to 400 and bake an addi...

Thai Meatballs with a Spicy Thai Peanut Sauce- Keto friendly!

Sometimes things just come together. Some days you just KILL it in the Kitchen. I don't feel like that happens all that often for me, but today I was just feeling myself ya'll. LOL! So I furiously copied down the ingredients and amounts used so that I could recreate this meal again and again. If anyone tries it let me know what you think! Thai Meatballs over Zoodles with Thai Peanut Sauce Ingredients for Meatballs 2 lbs ground beef (80/20) 2.5 Tbsp Thai curry spice seasoning Mix together thoroughly and then form into smallish meatballs. Brown on all sides in 1 Tbsp of cooking oil ( I used avocado oil) and then place on simmer with a lid for a few minutes to cook through. Make sauce while it simmers. Ingredients for Sauce 3/4 cup Peanut butter ( no sugar added) 1/2 cup Soy sauce 1 Tbsp Chili garlic sauce (this amount is good for mild spice, add more or less) 1 tsp ground ginger 1/4 cup Coconut milk (only do the creamy part, drain the liquid off)  ...