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Chicken Taco Wraps with Spicy Sauce

April 16, 2026 by dinnertonight

Loaded with veggies and rotisserie chicken, this wrap comes together fast and disappears even faster. A weeknight win you can take anywhere.


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Ingredients
Taco Filling
  • 3 cups rotisserie chicken pulled and shredded from whole chicken
  • 6 large whole grain wraps
  • 1 cup bell pepper sliced
  • 1 cup red onion sliced
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1/2 cup low sodium black beans drained & rinsed
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
  • 3 cups shredded romaine lettuce
  • 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
Spice Mix
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Spicy Cream Sauce
  • 1/2 cup non-fat plain greek yogurt
  • 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon fresh chopped chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoons water to thin dressing
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  1. In a large skillet, add avocado oil, bell pepper, onions, shredded chicken, corn and black beans. Sprinkle spice mix over mixture in skillet. Cook on medium heat until bell pepper and onions are softened and chicken is warmed to temperature of 165 degrees F.
  2. While chicken mixture is cooking, prepare spicy cream sauce in a separate bowl. Add Greek yogurt, spices, chopped chives, and lime juice. Mix until smooth. Use 1 to 2 Tbsp of water to thin sauce to your desired dipping consistency.
  3. When wrap mixture is done cooking, assemble wraps.
  4. Using 1 whole wheat wrap, add ½ cup shredded romaine lettuce, 1 cup of chicken mixture from skillet. Top with shredded cheese, picante sauce, drizzle spicy cream sauce and cilantro. Roll tightly and cut in half to serve.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Chicken, leftover, leftovers, taco

Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Wedges

January 15, 2026 by Dinner Tonight

Life gets busy, but you still have to eat! These Burger Bowls are a delicious addition to any menu–packed with protein, fiber & flavor!

Plus, this recipe allows you to prep extra ground beef for other meals during the week. Stay tuned for another recipe to add to your weekly menu to use up that extra ground beef.


Burger Bowls with Sweet Potato Wedges
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Bowl
  • 3/4 pound lean ground beef
  • 8 cups of greens of choice
  • Burger Toppings: onions (1/2 cup), tomatoes (1/2 cup), cheese (1/4 cup), 1/4 cup pickles
Sweet Potato Wedges*
  • 1 medium sweet potatoes washed
  • 1/2 Tablespoon Avocado Oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 Tablespoons parsley for garnish
Sauce
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 2 Tablespoons low-sodium ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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Instructions
  1. If using frozen sweet potato fries, bake them according to the package and skip to step 6.
  2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper
  3. While oven preheats, slice sweet potato (with skin intact) into wedges about ¼ to ½ inch thick. Place sweet potato wedges on the baking sheet.
  4. In a small bowl, combine oil, garlic powder, and chili powder. Drizzle over sweet potatoes and toss well to coat.
  5. Arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer on baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping when undersides have begun to crisp. Baking time may vary based on the thickness of potato slices and amount of moisture in the potatoes
  6. While potatoes are in the oven, prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  7. In a large skillet, over medium heat add ground to skillet, season with salt and pepper. Break up and cook the ground beef to a temperature of 155 degrees F or until no longer pink. Cook your 3 lbs. of ground beef and set aside 1 lbs for this recipe. Cool and save the other meat for other recipes.
  8. Make the sauce by adding all ingredients to a small bowl and stirring until smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside
  9. Assemble bowls by placing 2 cups of leafy greens in each bowl. Top each bowl with 4 oz (¼ pound) of ground beef and the rest of your favorite burger toppings. Add a few sweet potato wedges or serve on the side. Drizzle special sauce over burger bowl and enjoy.
Recipe Notes

*Can use store-bought sweet potato fries to save time, this may alter the nutritional information.

 

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, bowl, burger, ground beef, lean protein, sweet potato

Homemade Hamburger Helper

September 8, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Whip up this one-skillet wonder in just 25 minutes! Ground beef, elbow pasta, and a cheddar cheese sauce come together to create a family favorite. Perfect for those busy nights when you need something tasty and satisfying on the table fast. Whether you have picky eaters or just crave some cheesy comfort, this Homemade Hamburger Helper is sure to please everyone!

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Ingredients
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef (96% Lean/4% Fat)
  • 1/2 cup onion finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons beef bouillon
  • 2 3/4 cups water
  • 9 ounces elbow macaroni noodles (approx 2 ½ cups)
  • 2 cups lowfat shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup skim milk
Servings: 1 1/2 cup servings
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  1. In a large deep skillet with a lid, cook the ground beef and onion on medium-high heat until ground beef until it’s no longer pink and it has reached 155-degree Fahrenheit.
  2. Add onion powder, garlic powder, beef bouillon, pepper, tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce into the ground beef and stir until it’s combined well.
  3. Add the water and elbow noodles. Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
  4. Once boiling, cover the pan with the lid, and reduce heat to medium-low. Let it cook for 15 minutes or until all the liquid is absorbed and the pasta is cooked. Remove from heat.
  5. Add shredded cheese, yogurt, and milk. Stir until combined. Serve immediately.
Recipe Notes

Homemade Hamburger Helper Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 1/2 cups (231g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 40 mg 13 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 28 g 10 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 155 mg 10 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 385 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, cheese, fall, main, main course, noodle, soup

Hashbrown Breakfast Cup

August 8, 2025 by Dinner Tonight


Hashbrown Breakfast Cup
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Ingredients
  • 3 slices bacon
  • 20 ounces Frozen Shredded Hashbrowns thawed fully
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup 2% milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/4 cup reduced fat, shredded cheddar cheese
  • Nonstick cooking spray
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area and preheat to 400 degrees.
  2. Cook the bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove and pat excess oil off the bacon strip and chop.
  3. In a bowl combine the hashbrowns, eggs, milk, seasonings, cooked and cut bacon, and cheese. Mix until well combined and the egg yolks are broken and mixed in.
  4. In a muffin tin, spray with nonstick cooking spray or use silicone muffin liners. Scoop about 1/3 cup of the egg mixture into each muffin well, and even out with remaining mixture.
  5. Cook for 18-20 minutes. Remove from oven and allow to cool for at least 15 minutes before removing.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: bacon, breakfast, egg, eggs, fall, Pork, school, summer

Fajita Street Tacos

April 30, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Fajita Street Tacos offer a flavorful and convenient way to enjoy Mexican-style tacos at home. Featuring slow-cooked chicken seasoned with traditional spices, these tacos are tender and rich in flavor. This versatile recipe is perfect for busy families, making it an ideal choice for weeknight meals in both spring and fall.

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Ingredients
  • 15 ounce can diced tomatoes low sodium
  • 1 cup yellow onion chopped
  • 1 cup green bell pepper chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 4 ounce can chop green chilis
  • 2 pounds Chicken Thighs boneless, skinless
  • 2 limes slice into wedges
  • 3 cups cheddar cheese low-fat
  • 24 6-inch corn tortillas
Servings: 2 taco servings
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  1. Either spray the slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray or line with a liner.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, onion, green bell pepper, chicken broth, chili powder, oregano, cumin, onion powder, garlic powder and green chilis to the slow cooker. Stir to combine
  3. Add chicken thighs and stir. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours and on high for 3 to 4 hours.
  4. Once done remove chicken and shred with two forks. Add back to the slow cooker and stir to mix with the remaining juices.
  5. To warm the corn tortilla, use a dry-skillet over medium heat. Add a tortilla and heat for 15 to 30 seconds on each side or until warm and toasty brown spots on it.
  6. To serve: top the tortilla with the chicken fajita mixture, 2 tablespoons of cheese and a squeeze of lime.
Recipe Notes

Chicken Tacos Nutrition Facts Serving size 2 tacos (253g) servings per container 12 Amount per serving Calories 280 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 75 mg 25 % Sodium 420 mg 18 % Total Carbohydrate 30 g 11 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 25 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 152 mg 10 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 352 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Chicken, chicken thighs, Slow Cooker

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