Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Verde [RECIPE]

Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Verde
Filled with loads of chicken and beans, this big pot of Chicken Chili Verde is a great way to put your slow cooker to work. (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

Like most of you, we lead busy lives. That’s why we love throwing dinner in the slow cooker before we head out the door in the morning, only to come back at night and everything is ready to eat. Although not all slow cooker recipes are created equal, this one is delish, and more than a tad spicy, especially if you use our homemade salsa verde to prepare it. To tame the heat, make sure you add in sour cream. Just in time for game day, we hope you enjoy it! Continue reading “Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Verde [RECIPE]”

Frito Pie [RECIPE]

Frito Pie
It doesn’t have to be game day to serve up a yummy family favorite like Frito Pie.
(Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

As a kid, Frito Pie was always one of my favorite school lunches. It was crunchy, cheesy and simply good, filling grub. But one of the things I didn’t like about it is that sometimes it was a little too oily, which wasn’t a good thing for a teenager worried about his complexion. Now I’ve replaced half the meat with ground turkey, added more seasoning for a deeper flavor profile, and even thrown in a bit of corn meal for extra creaminess. I hope you like this grown-up version as much as I do! Continue reading “Frito Pie [RECIPE]”

Angus Enchiladas with Green Chilies [RECIPE]

Angus Enchiladas with Green Chilies
Satisfy your Mexican cravings with our Angus Enchiladas with Green Chilies.
(Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

When you grow up in Texas, it isn’t unusual to get a hankering for Mexican food from time to time. My mom used to make enchiladas fairly often when I was a kid, but this is our spin on the classic dish. This recipe marries beefy goodness with gooey cheese, spicy red sauce, and chopped green chilies. It makes up a big batch great for a family dinner or get together and pairs perfectly with refried beans and rice.  Continue reading “Angus Enchiladas with Green Chilies [RECIPE]”

Southwest Chicken Pasta [RECIPE]

Southwest Chicken Pasta
Flavorful and delicious, with just the right amount of spice, our Southwest Chicken Pasta is a real crowd pleaser.
(Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

Reminiscent of our travels through New Mexico where we fell in love with the flavor profiles of the American Southwest, this recipe uses kitchen staples like black beans, dried pasta, and spices in a unique new way. Prepare this dish a day in advance for optimal taste, so all the flavors have an opportunity to meld.  Continue reading “Southwest Chicken Pasta [RECIPE]”