Mango Chicken

 

 Mango chicken is a popular dish that is often served in Chinese restaurants. It is a sweet and savory dish that is made with chicken, mango, and a sweet and sour sauce.

 

Ingredients:

 

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 onion, chopped

1 bell pepper, chopped

1 cup mango chunks

1/2 cup chicken broth

1/4 cup sweet and sour sauce

2 tablespoons soy sauce

1 tablespoon honey

1 tablespoon rice vinegar

1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions:

 

In a large bowl, combine the chicken, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned on all sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Add the onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened.

Stir in the mango chunks, chicken broth, sweet and sour sauce, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes (if using). Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Return the chicken to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until heated through.

Serve over rice.

Tips:

 

For a spicier dish, add more red pepper flakes.

If you don't have sweet and sour sauce, you can make your own by combining equal parts sugar, vinegar, and ketchup.

Mango chicken is a great dish to serve with steamed vegetables or a salad.

Enjoy!

Overnight Oats

 Overnight oats are a quick and easy breakfast option that can be prepared the night before. They are also a healthy way to start your day, as they are packed with fiber and protein.

 

Ingredients:

 

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup milk (almond, soy, or cow's milk)

1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1/4 cup fruit (berries, chopped apples, or bananas)

1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

Optional toppings: nuts, seeds, chocolate chips

Instructions:

 

In a bowl, combine the oats, milk, yogurt, fruit, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, ginger, and salt.

Stir until well combined.

Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.

In the morning, top with your favorite toppings.

Tips:

 

For a thicker consistency, add more oats or yogurt.

For a thinner consistency, add more milk.

If you don't have Greek yogurt, you can use regular yogurt.

You can add any fruit you like to your overnight oats.

For a protein boost, add a scoop of protein powder.

You can make a batch of overnight oats on the weekend and store it in the refrigerator for the week.

Benefits of eating overnight oats:

 

Overnight oats are a good source of fiber, which can help keep you feeling full and satisfied.

They are also a good source of protein, which is important for building and repairing muscle tissue.

Overnight oats are a healthy way to start your day, as they are low in sugar and saturated fat.

Conclusion

 

Overnight oats are a delicious and healthy breakfast option that is easy to make. They are also a great way to get your day started with a boost of energy.

 

I hope you enjoy this recipe!

Pork Chops with Apples

  

Pork chops are a versatile cut of meat that can be cooked in various ways. In this blog post, I will share a recipe for pork chops with apples. This dish is easy to make and is perfect for a weeknight dinner.

 

Ingredients

 

4 bone-in pork chops

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 apples, chopped

1 cup apple cider

1/4 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 cup water

Instructions

 

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Season pork chops with salt and pepper.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add pork chops and cook until browned on both sides.

Remove pork chops from the skillet and set aside.

Add onion to skillet and cook until softened.

Stir in apples, apple cider, brown sugar, cornstarch, and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, or until thickened.

Return pork chops to skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until heated through.

Serve with:

 

Mashed potatoes

Rice

Pasta

Tips

 

You can use any type of apple you like for this recipe.

If you don't have apple cider, you can use apple juice.

This dish is also delicious served with a side of Brussels sprouts or roasted carrots.

Enjoy!

Hearty Vegetable Soup

   

Soup is a classic comfort food that is perfect for any season. It is also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. This hearty vegetable soup is packed with flavor and nutrients. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking.

 

Ingredients

 

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2 carrots, chopped

2 celery stalks, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1/2 teaspoon dried thyme

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes

4 cups vegetable broth

1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes

1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained

1 cup chopped spinach

1/2 cup chopped kale

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

 

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, and celery. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in garlic, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes. Cook for 1 minute more.

Add vegetable broth, tomatoes, black beans, corn, spinach, and kale. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until vegetables are tender.

Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Tips

 

This soup can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

To make this soup vegetarian, use vegetable broth and omit the black beans.

This soup can be made spicier by adding more red pepper flakes.

This soup can be served with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Enjoy!