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Beef Stir Fry

August 27, 2025 by dinnertonight

This simple Beef Stir Fry for Two is a great option for a go-to weeknight dinner.

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3 1.5 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1/2 pound Eye of Round Beef Steak, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper sliced
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion sliced
  • 1 cup bok choy chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups broccoli florets frozen
  • 1/2 cup beef broth no salt
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce less sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • 2 teaspoons corn starch
  • 2 cups brown rice cooked
Servings: 1.5 cup servings
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  1. In a small bowl mix together the beef broth, soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey and corn starch. Set aside
  2. Heat a medium skillet over high to medium high heat. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. Sauté the bell pepper and onion for 2 to 4 minutes. Add frozen broccoli and continue to sauté.
  3. Add beef and cook until no longer pink or an internal temperature of 145°F
  4. Stir the beef broth mixture and add to the skillet along with the bok choy. Cook until bok choy is wilted and the sauce is thick.
  5. Serve over cooked brown rice.
Recipe Notes

Beef Stir-Fry Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 1/2 cups (370g) servings per container 3 Amount per serving Calories 320 % Daily Value Total Fat 4.5 g 6 % Saturated Fat 1.5 g 8 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 45 mg 15 % Sodium 530 mg 23 % Total Carbohydrate 46 g 17 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 7 g Added Sugars 4 g 8 % Protein 24 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 65 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 499 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Beef, two

Slow Cooker Spicy Peanut Chicken

May 5, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Need a bold, no-fuss dinner for a busy night? Let your slow cooker do the work with this Spicy Peanut Chicken! It’s rich, flavorful, and perfect served over rice or noodles.

  • Toss everything in before work
  • Come home to a warm, protein-packed meal
  • Kid-friendly with just the right amount of spice!

Make dinner stress-free and delicious.

Slow Cooker Spicy Peanut Chicken
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8 servings
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Ingredients
  • 2 pounds chicken breast skinless boneless, cubed
  • 1 medium yellow onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic chopped
  • 1 jalapeno sliced
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 Tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 Tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1/4 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 tablespoons peanuts chopped
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  1. In a slow cooker place the chicken, onion, garlic, and jalapeno.
  2. In a small bowl combine the peanut butter, chicken broth, soy sauce, honey, and red pepper flakes.
  3. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the chicken. Cook on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours.
  4. When ready to serve, stir in the lime juice, cilantro and peanuts. Serve with extra fresh chopped jalapenos for extra spice!
Recipe Notes

Spicyi Peanut Chicken Nutrition Facts Serving size 4 ounces (178g) 8 Amount per serving Calories 270 % Daily Value Total Fat 12 g 15 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 85 mg 28 % Sodium 460 mg 20 % Total Carbohydrate 9 g 3 % Dietary Fiber 1 g 4 % Total Sugars 5 g Added Sugars 3 g 6 % Protein 31 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 20 mg 2 % Iron 0.9 mg 6 % Potassium 560 mg 10 %

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Honey Sriracha Edamame

January 9, 2023 by Dinner Tonight

Can you handle the heat? With a little sweet and a lot of spice, these Honey Sriracha Edamame are sure to pack a punch!


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2 1 cup servings
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2 1 cup servings
Honey Sriracha Edamame
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  • CourseAppetizers, Snacks
Servings
2 1 cup servings
Servings
2 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 2 cups edamame in pods
  • 1 teaspoon garlic mashed
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce Low sodium
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha Sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds divided
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Clean and prep your area.
  2. Cook edamame according to packaging.
  3. In a medium bowl add garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, red pepper flakes, honey, and ¼ tsp of sesame seeds and mix until well combined.
  4. Add cooked edamame pods to the bowl and mix until evenly coated.
  5. Serve hot, top with remaining sesame seeds, and enjoy!
  6. Note: To eat the edamame, put the pod in your mouth, slide out the edamame beans with your teeth, and discard of the pods.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: appetizer, appetizers, edamame, snack, snacking, Snacks

Chicken, Broccoli and Sesame Stir Fry

January 6, 2022 by Dinner Tonight

Looking for a quick, easy, and flavorful recipe for dinner? This Chicken, Broccoli, and Sesame Stir fry is as simple as it is delicious! This stir fry can be pulled together and on the table in 30 minutes. Try this recipe out on your next busy evening!


Chicken, Broccoli and Sesame Stir Fry
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Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Chicken, Broccoli and Sesame Stir Fry
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  • CourseMain Dish
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Servings
6 1 cup servings
Ingredients
  • 1 1/4 pounds chicken breast boneless, skinless
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 Tablespoon corn starch
  • 2 Tablespoons sesame oil
  • 2 Tablespoons Sriracha Sauce
  • 3 Tablespoons soy sauce low sodium
  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger root paste
  • 5 cups broccoli florets fresh
  • 1 ablespoon sesame seeds
  • 2 cups cooked brown rice
Servings: 1 cup servings
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  1. Wash and clean your hands and preparation area. Rinse any fresh vegetables under cool running water before chopping.
  2. Cut the chicken breast into bite-size pieces. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium to medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breast in the pan for about 5-7 minutes or until pink can no longer be seen.
  3. While chicken is cooking, combine water, corn starch, sesame oil, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger in a bowl and whisk together until well combined.
  4. Reduce the heat to medium and add the broccoli florets to the pan and combine the chicken and broccoli. Add in the sauce mixture then cover and cook for about 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Remove the lid and continue to cook until sauce has thickened and chicken has reached a minimum internal temperature of 165°F. Top with sesame seeds and serve over brown rice.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, brocolli, Chicken, main, main dish, protein, rice, sesame

Zesty Baked Chicken

August 13, 2021 by Dinner Tonight

If you’re needing a great all-around baked chicken to serve as the base of so many meals, Look no further! This zesty-baked chicken packs the flavor without busting your nutrition goals!


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6 chicken breast
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6 chicken breast
Ingredients
  • 6 6 ounce chicken breasts boneless, skinless
  • 6 ounces Catalina Dressing low fat
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce low sodium
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Servings: chicken breast
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area.
  2. Place chicken breasts in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, combine Catalina dressing, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and seasonings; mix very well.
  4. Pour the sauce evenly over the chicken.
  5. Bake, uncovered, at 350 for 45-55 minutes; until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165.
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