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Creamy Stovetop Mac and Cheese Every once in a while, I make an "unhealthy" meal — this one was requested by Jace. All of us love macaroni and cheese . It's a family staple, right? Growing up, we ate a lot of it, so I decided to make this homemade version and topped it with breadcrumbs (Kevin's idea). Kevin loves meat in all of his meals, so he picked up a rotisserie chicken to go on top. He seemed to really enjoy it. I’m fine with just regular mac and cheese, so this worked great for me. I used reduced fat cheese — still trying to find healthy alternatives where I can. I'll be honest, it took a little while to make, but it was definitely worth it. Creamy stovetop mac and cheese topped with golden breadcrumbs - perfectly crisped and bubbling hot. • Total cook and prep time: 15–20 minutes • Family friendly: Yes, macaroni and cheese is a family staple • Difficulty level: Intermediate • Serving size: 5–6 • Serving suggestions: Pair ...

Healthy 5-Ingredient Caramel Apple Dessert Recipe The past few nights for my "midnight snack" I have been making this healthy apple dessert. The best thing about this quick healthy snack is that it only uses 5 ingredients, the yogurt is plain so you can taste every other ingredient, and it's only about 180 calories for the entire bowl. It’s one of those easy wins you’ll end up craving every night! Whether it’s post-workout, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or a late-night craving fix, this quick treat fits perfectly. Healthy caramel apple dessert topped with yogurt, sugar-free caramel, walnuts, and cinnamon — a light, low-calorie treat ready in minutes. • Total prep time: 5–10 minutes • Family friendly: Yes, this recipe is made with family-friendly ingredients • Difficulty level: Easy • Serving size: 1 • Serving suggestions: Top with sugar-free Cool Whip, granola, almonds, or walnuts, or pair with a coffee or green tea. You can also add an extra...

Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta This is my first Marry Me Chicken blog recipe, and this one will be on repeat. Jace, Kevin and I not only ate our plates clean, but we have also eaten leftovers of this. We all loved, loved, loved it! I’ve recently started using Chicken Breast Filets from Albertsons, and they’re so much better than regular chicken breasts. They’re thin, cook faster, and are just easier to work with. This recipe was suggested by Kevin (we usually switch off coming up with recipe ideas) and I'm glad he suggested it. We love chicken and pasta, and this protein-packed meal was a hit with everyone! Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta served with tender chicken, fresh herbs, and a rich parmesan sauce – the ultimate comfort meal for any night of the week. • Serving size: 5 servings • Family friendly: YES, we all cleared our plates • Difficulty level: Intermediate What is Marry Me Chicken? This popular recipe is well-known for its creamy, flavorful sauce...

Easy Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan (Healthier & Crispy) Looking for a healthier take on a family favorite? This Oven-Baked Chicken Parmesan is crispy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Made with almond flour and low-sodium marinara, it’s perfect for a guilt-free indulgence. Serve with spaghetti, garlic bread, and a salad for a complete Italian-inspired meal your family will love! Why You Will Love This Chicken Parmesan This Chicken Parm recipe from Clean Food Crush took awhile to make (it's not the easiest...or the cleanest), but everyone wiped their plates clean! Chicken Parm has always been a family favorite (except Jace prefers Alfredo sauce over spaghetti sauce). There were a lot of steps to this one, but it was well worth it. I love switching out non-healthy ingredients for healthier ones, which is why I chose almond flour, olive oil, and low-sodium marinara sauce. I use chicken cutlets/filets because they are thinner and cook better. We ate the chicken before I could even get...

Pesto Pasta with Fusilli Noodles Creamy, cheesy, and shockingly healthy - this Chicken Pesto Pasta turned out way better than I expected . I made it last night for Jace and I, and it instantly earned a spot in our dinner rotation. It’s another healthy, flavor-packed recipe from Alese , and even though I don’t use pesto often, I found myself going back for seconds. I swapped in fat-free mozzarella and gave fusilli noodles (ordered from Amazon!) a try for the first time - they were perfect for soaking up all that cheesy, herby goodness.  Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta with tender chicken, melted mozzarella, and herby pesto sauce - light, flavorful, and satisfying. • Difficulty Level:  Intermediate • Serving size:  3-5 • Total cook time: 20-30 minutes • Family friendly:  Yes, my teen and I both loved it! Why You Will Love This Pesto Pasta This pasta is light, fresh, and totally  satisfying. Pair it with garlic bread, a crisp salad, or roasted veggies, and you've ...

Mini Baked Chicken Tacos This is not your regular taco. This is a creamy Caesar dressing, cheesy, multigrain, unique level of goodness. Not only are these miniature tacos perfect to fit in your hand, they are easy to eat, so filling and delicious, and unlike any taco you will ever eat. Mini Baked Chicken Tacos with taco sauce and lettuce ready to serve. • Difficulty Level: Easy • Serving size: 4 servings, 8 mini tacos • Total cook time: 20 minutes • Family friendly: YES - everyone ate these and had seconds and thirds! Why You Will Love These Mini Chicken Tacos These mini tacos are simple, they take less than 30 minutes to make, with only 7 ingredients. They are a perfect dinner for busy weekdays. If you have kids in school or sports, or if you work all day and don't want to make a complicated dinner, this is the recipe you will want to make. If you want to "spice up" taco night, this is how it's done. They tasted lik...