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Chicken Fried Steak Air Fryer Minis

November 17, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Craving that homestyle taste but short on time? These Airfryer Chicken Fried Steak Bites can be ready in 10 minutes and have that comforting homestyle taste. Spice up these bites with the homemade seasoning mix!


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Servings
6 (3 steak bites per serving)
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6 (3 steak bites per serving)
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Servings
6 (3 steak bites per serving)
Servings
6 (3 steak bites per serving)
Ingredients
  • 2 Tablespoons parsley flakes
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon crushed red peppers
  • 2 1/2 Tablespoons paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 pound 95% lean ground beef
  • 3/4 cup 1% Milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 cups flour
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
Servings: (3 steak bites per serving)
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  1. Wash hands and clean the food prep area.
  2. In one bowl, combine ingredients for homemade seasoning and put aside.
  3. To prepare breading stations, set out 3 medium size bowls. In the first bowl, place flour and one-third of the homemade seasoning and mix. In the second bowl, whisk 2 eggs with milk. In the third bowl, lightly mix panko breadcrumbs with another one-third of the homemade seasoning mix.
  4. Next, take the ground beef in a bowl and lightly mix the remaining one-third homemade seasoning mix into the beef. Take about 1 tablespoon size piece of beef and form into palm size square minis. Place in a bowl or on a plate until all are ready to coat.
  5. To bread, first place steak minis in the flour bowl to coat, then place in egg bowl to dredge, and then place in breadcrumb bowl to cover the minis with breadcrumb mixture.
  6. Continue the process until all steak minis are breaded.
  7. Place steak minis in the air fryer basket in one even layer and air fry at 370 degrees for 10 minutes turning halfway.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, air, air fry, air fryer, Chicken, protein

Meatloaf

November 4, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Our Classic Meat Loaf is a delicious homestyle comfort food that will warm your soul.  The ingredients for this recipe are usually available in your kitchen and can be made in the traditional oven, or try to make in half the time in the air fryer.


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10 servings
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Ingredients
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 3/4 cup 1% Milk
  • 16 ounces frozen spinach leaves thawed and drained
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 teaspoon oregano dry, ground
  • 1/2 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups whole wheat soft breadcrumbs about 4 slices of bread
  • 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs Italian seasoned
  • 1 pound extra lean ground beef
  • 1/3 cup tomato sauce
  • 2 Tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/2 Tablespoon mustard
  • cooking spray
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Oven Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. In a large bowl combine eggs, milk, spinach, onion, and seasonings together.
  2. Add dry breadcrumbs, panko breadcrumbs, and lean ground meat into the wet mixture. Using clean hands, mix all ingredients together until well combined.
  3. Lightly spray a loaf pan with cooking spray. Transfer the meat mixture to the pan, and pat well until evenly distributed.
  4. Bake in the oven set at 350 degrees F for 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
  5. In a small saucepan, stir together tomato sauce, brown sugar, and mustard over medium heat.
  6. Spoon off any excess fat from the top of the meatloaf. Pour the cooked tomato sauce over the meatloaf.
  7. Return to the oven for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce has a sticky consistency.
  8. Remove from the oven and let the loaf rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Air Fryer Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F.
  2. Combine all wet and dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
  3. Divide the meat mixture into two equal parts.
  4. Form and shape each half into small meatloaves.
  5. Place in the air fryer for 25 minutes.
  6. Spoon over the tomato sauce and cook an additional 7-10 minutes, or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F.
  7. Remove loaves from air fryer and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Recipe Notes

To make soft breadcrumbs: Place fresh bread slices into a food processor. Blend until broken into crumbs. (4 slices of bread will make about 2 cups of breadcrumbs)

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, air, air fry, air fryer, Beef, fall, meatloaf

Zucchini Chowder

October 10, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Autumn is so close we can almost taste it! With the first day of fall just a few days away, you are probably craving something warm and tasty for the season.  This Savory Zucchini Chowder is sure to satisfy your cravings!


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7 1 cup servings
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7 1 cup servings
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7 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • olive oil spray
  • 4 slices low sodium turkey bacon
  • 1 cup yellow onion diced
  • 1/2 cup carrot diced
  • 1/2 cup celery diced
  • 2 cups russet potato with skin, diced
  • 1 Tablespoon dried thyme
  • 4 cups Low Sodium Vegetable Broth
  • 1 cup zucchini with skin, diced
  • 1 cup yellow squash with skin, diced
  • 2 cups unsalted sweet yellow corn drained
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 Tablespoon parsley minced for garnish
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Lightly coat the bottom of a pot with olive oil spray.
  2. Add the turkey bacon and cook until crispy. Remove the bacon from the pan and drain on a paper towel. Once the bacon has cooled, coarsely chop, and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, carrots, celery, and salt to the pot. Stir occasionally until vegetables are tender.
  4. Add potatoes, thyme, and broth to the pot. Stir and cover. Bring to a slight boil, then let simmer for about 8 minutes or until the potatoes are partly tender.
  5. Add in the zucchini, corn, and remaining salt and pepper. Continue to simmer for 8 to 10 minutes or until all vegetables are fork-tender.
  6. Transfer two cups of the soup into a blender or food processor. Puree until smooth. Stir the mixture back into the pot.
  7. Add the bacon and milk. Simmer until just heated through.
  8. Garnish with minced fresh parsley.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: fall, main dish, soup, Turkey, zucchini

Mexican Veggie Dip

September 28, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Need a quick and easy dish for your next tailgate? This simple slow cooker recipe serves up festive flavors and is sure to be a crowd pleaser at any get-together. Ingredients can easily be prepped ahead of time, leaving you more time to cheer on your team. Pair with your favorite game-day main dish for a winning combo!


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12 8 ounce servings
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12 8 ounce servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups reduced sodium fat free vegetable broth
  • 1 cup carrots chopped
  • 1 cup bell pepper chopped
  • 10 ounces frozen riced cauliflower
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 cup low fat Monterey Jack cheese blend
  • 8 ounces no salt added tomato sauce
  • 15 ounces diced tomatoes with green chilis
  • 15 ounces reduced sodium black beans
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 Tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Servings: 8 ounce servings
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  1. Begin by washing your hands and cleaning your counter tops or other surfaces. Rinse produce under cool running water before chopping.
  2. Line the slow cooker with a liner bag, if preferred.
  3. Chop the vegetables. Measure all ingredients and place in the slow cooker, except the cheese. Stir until fully combined.
  4. Cook on high setting for 3 hours or low setting for 5 hours.
  5. Sprinkle the cheese on top and cook for 15 minutes more with the lid on the slow cooker.
  6. Best served warm.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, dip, fall, quinoa, Snacks

Sausage and Veggie Skewers

September 9, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Get to grillin’ with our Smoked Turkey Sausage and Veggie Skewers!  Loaded with flavorful grilled sausage and a variety of veggies, these are sure to be a hit at your next summer barbeque!


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8 skewers
Ingredients
  • 13 ounces Smoked Turkey Sausage Sliced into 24 pieces
  • 1 each red bell pepper (Cut into 1x1 inch pieces)
  • 1 each green bell pepper (Cut into 1x1 inch pieces)
  • 1 each yellow bell pepper (Cut into 1x1 inch pieces)
  • 1.5 cups portabella mushrooms halved
  • 1.5 cups onions approximately ½ large onion
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup asparagus
  • 3 each jalapeno peppers (Cut into 1x1 inch pieces)
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 Tablespoon garlic Minced
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Red Crushed Pepper Flakes
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
Servings: skewers
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  1. Clean and prepare your working space.
  2. Prepare your outside grill or inside grill/grilling pan, as necessary.
  3. Cut and prepare all of your ingredients as directed.
  4. Take your smoked turkey sausage and vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, tomatoes, asparagus, and jalapenos) and place them in a large mixing bowl, and mix.
  5. In a smaller bowl, add your olive oil, minced garlic, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, red pepper flakes, dried parsley, pepper, and salt. Mix until well combined.
  6. Next, add the oil and spice mixture to the large bowl of sausage and veggies. Mix until everything is well-coated.
  7. Grab your skewers and evenly distribute the sausage and vegetables on the eight metal skewers in the pattern of your choice.
  8. (If you are using wooden skewers, make sure to soak them prior to use)
  9. Once the sausage and veggies have been added to the skewers, place them on your grill for approximately 10-20 minutes or until your desired doneness.
  10. Remove from grill. Eat and enjoy!
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