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Barbecue Chicken Casserole

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This Barbecue Chicken Casserole is comfort food made simple—especially when you start with leftover barbecue chicken. By repurposing cooked chicken, you cut down on prep time while still serving a warm, satisfying meal. It’s a great example of how planning ahead can turn one recipe into multiple stress-free dinners.


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  1. Preheat your oven to 350 Degrees F.
  2. In a large bowl combine the slow cooker barbecue chicken, barbecue sauce, corn, rice, black beans, and red onion, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add 1 cup of cheddar cheese and mix until well combined.
  4. In a 9x13 inch casserole dish spread the mixture into an even layer. Top with the crushed tortilla chips and remaining ½ cup cheese.
  5. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until casserole reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  6. Remove and serve topped with green onion.
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BBQ Chicken Casserole Nutrition Facts Serving size 2x3 inch square (161g) 12 Amount per serving Calories 200 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 30 mg 10 % Sodium 410 mg 18 % Total Carbohydrate 30 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 10 g Added Sugars 8 g 16 % Protein 12 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 190 mg 15 % Iron 1.5 mg 8 % Potassium 290 mg 6 %

Barbecue Chicken Tostadas

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Turn leftover Slow Cooker Barbecue Chicken Thighs into a whole new meal with these Barbecue Chicken Tostadas. Crispy tostadas topped with saucy chicken and fresh toppings make dinner feel exciting without extra cooking. Reusing leftovers like this helps stretch your time, budget, and creativity while keeping meals interesting for the whole family.


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  1. Shred and reheat your slow cooker barbecue chicken ensuring that the chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 Degrees F.
  2. Lay out 4 tostada shells on a cookie sheet and divide ½ of the chicken onto the tostada shells and top with ½ of the mozzarella cheese.
  3. Broil the tostadas until the cheese melts.
  4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 with the remaining tostadas.
  5. Top with the diced red onion and green onion.
  6. Serve.
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BBQ Chicken Tostadas Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 tostada (96g) 8 Amount per serving Calories 150 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 300 mg 13 % Total Carbohydrate 12 g 4 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 3 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 12 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 220 mg 15 % Iron 0.8 mg 4 % Potassium 190 mg 4 %

Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash

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Hashbrowns don’t have to be for breakfast! Enjoy this savory Sauteed Vegetable and Potato Hash recipe any time of the day!

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Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash
Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash
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6 1 cup servings
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Sautéed Vegetable and Potato Hash
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  1. Wash hands and food preparation area.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and sauté for about 3 minutes.
  3. To the onions, add peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, and seasonings. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings. Cook for about 8 – 10 minutes, or until vegetables are cooked through.
  4. Remove all vegetables from the pan and set aside.
  5. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil to the pan over medium-high heat. Add hashbrowns in an even layer. Cook for 12-15 minutes, occasionally stirring to ensure even browning.
  6. When the hashbrowns are cooked through, lower the heat, and add the sauteed vegetables. Stir to combine.
  7. Add spinach and stir gently to combine. Cook until spinach is just wilted.
  8. Evenly top with cheese and green onions, then serve.
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Buffalo Chickpea Wrap

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If you like some spice, this is the recipe for you! Chickpeas are so versatile and can be used as a meat-substitute in this dish. Spice them up with some hot or Buffalo wing sauce and enjoy this very filling wrap!


Buffalo Chickpea Wrap
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4 1/2 wraps
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  1. Add olive oil to a medium-sized sauté pan on medium heat.
  2. Add onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
  3. Drain and rinse cans of cooked chickpeas and add to the pan with onion, garlic, and red bell pepper.
  4. As the chickpeas heat, begin to mash the chickpeas with the back of a wooden spoon or fork. The chickpea mash is a rough mash and does not need to be smooth.
  5. Add in hot sauce, Greek yogurt, smoked paprika, and ground cumin.
  6. Sauté and stir until well combined.
  7. Lay out a large tortilla on a clean surface. Lay washed and dried romaine leaves onto the tortilla.
  8. Remove the chickpea mixture from the heat and evenly distribute it onto the two tortillas. Top with ricotta cheese and sprinkle with chopped green onions. Fold in the ends of the tortilla and begin to roll the tortilla into a wrap.
  9. Cut each wrap in half for 4 servings.
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Creamy Onion Dip

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It’s not a tailgate without adding a dip to the line-up! Try our creamy onion dip with all your favorite fresh veggies!

 

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10 4 tablespoon servings
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Caramelized Onions
French Onion Dip
Fresh Veggies for Dipping
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  1. Clean your area and wash your hands before you begin.
  2. Saute onion in olive oil, chicken bouillon, and salt.
  3. Mix together yogurt and mayonnaise. Add green onions, paprika, onion powder, dried parsley, Worcestershire sauce, and salt.
  4. Fold in caramelized onions.
  5. Serve with fresh sliced veggies.
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Creamy Onion Dip Nutrition Facts Serving size 4 Tablespoons Dip + 1 1/3 Cup Veggies (228g) servings per container 10 Amount per serving Calories 120 % Daily Value Total Fat 6 g 8 % Saturated Fat 1 g 5 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 5 mg 2 % Sodium 230 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 13 g 5 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 6 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 5 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 89 mg 6 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 447 mg 10 %