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Chicken Flautas Air Fryer

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Need a quick and easy “almost homemade” meal? These air fryer chicken flautas are for you! They are “almost homemade” using a store-bought rotisserie chicken and assemble and cook quickly in the air fryer. Try these delicious flautas today!


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Flautas
Toppings
Servings: (2 flautas per serving)
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  1. Mix together the shredded rotisserie chicken, low-fat cream cheese, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt and pepper.
  2. Place the corn tortillas in the microwave and heat for approximately 10-20 seconds. Remove the tortillas and ensure they are pliable for rolling. Allow for more time, if necessary.
  3. Once your tortillas are ready, place 3 tbsp of chicken mixture onto the end of a tortilla. Roll the tortilla tightly and place the flauta seam side down. Repeat the process until all flautas have been rolled. *Note: Use a wooden toothpick to secure the seam if necessary. Make sure to remove these before serving*
  4. Once the flautas are rolled (Or ready), place them side by side in your air fryer basket.
  5. Brush the tops of the flautas lightly with the avocado oil.
  6. Air fry for 6-8 minutes at 370 degrees, turning halfway through. Enjoy!
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Baked Ziti

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Big pasta dishes are always so comforting! Try our Baked Ziti recipe the next time you’re craving pasta.


Baked Ziti
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12 1 1/4 cup servings
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Turkey "Sausage"
Ziti
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  1. In a medium bowl, place turkey and all of the spices, and mix to combine well. Cover and let rest for 10-15 minutes while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  2. In a large pot, heat the olive oil and sauté the onions and garlic until beginning to soften. Add in the turkey sausage and cook until browned.
  3. Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, Italian herb blend, and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for 20-30 minutes. Remove from heat to begin the cooling process or place in an ice bath if you’re going to freeze.
  4. While the sauce simmers, boil the ziti noodles to less than “al dente”. Once noodles are cooked, drain and rinse them under cool water running water. Add into the sauce and stir to gently combine.
  5. In a bowl, combine the cheeses, parsley, and eggs. Whisk to combine.
  6. Option #1: In a 9x13 inch casserole dish place a layer of ziti noodles evenly on the bottom. Next, layer the cottage cheese mixture either in a single layer or in dollops centered where the 12 slices would be. Finally, layer the remaining ziti on top.
  7. Options #2: Layer your ziti in smaller sets of pans to eat now and later. For example, two 8x8 pans, or 4 loaf pans. Cover and prepare for freezing.
Cook Immediately
  1. Preheat the oven to 375*F. Cook covered in the oven for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165*F.
Freeze, Thaw & Cook
  1. Place in the freezer and store for up to 2 months. Ensure you've assembled your ziti for freezing in freezer-safe containers.
  2. Remove from the freezer 24 hours before cooking and place in the refrigerator to thaw.
  3. Cook covered in the oven at 375*F for 30-40 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165*F.
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Chicken, Broccoli and Sesame Stir Fry

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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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  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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Chicken and Rice Stir Fry

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This simple Chicken and Rice Stir Fry is an easy weeknight meal that will come together in less than 30 minutes! This is also a great recipe to get your kids involved in the kitchen and helping with dinner! There are lots of skills to practice for most age groups. Make this Chicken and Rice Stir Fry for Dinner Tonight!


Chicken and Rice Stir Fry
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area. Clean the rims of any canned food before opening.
  2. Cut the chicken breasts into bite-size pieces, removing and discarding any fat.
  3. In a small bowl, add in all sauce ingredients and stir until well combined and cornstarch is dissolved.
  4. In a large skillet heat up olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, place chicken in the skillet and let brown for 2-3 minutes. Stir and let brown for another 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add in the frozen peppers and mushrooms, cook covered for 5-7 minutes stirring once.
  6. Remove covering and pour in the prepared sauce. Cook for another 5 minutes or until the sauce has thickened and the chicken has reached 165* Fahrenheit.
  7. Serve 1/4th of chicken stir fry with ¼ cup brown rice.
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Chicken Tacos with Roasted Street Corn

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Tender slow-cooked chicken plus flavorful roasted corn topped with cheese! This easy taco recipe is perfect for busy weeknights!


Chicken Tacos with Roasted Street Corn
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Chicken Tacos with Roasted Street Corn
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Chicken Tacos
Roasted Street Corn
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  1. Wash your hands and clean your preparation area. Rinse any fresh vegetables under cool running water before chopping. Wash the tops of cans before opening.
  2. Place the chicken breast, diced tomatoes, taco seasoning, onion, and water into the slow cooker. Cook on high for 4 hours or low for 6 hours. Ensure chicken reaches the proper internal temperature of 165* degrees.
  3. In a medium-size skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the corn and jalapeno peppers to the skillet. Let cook without moving for a couple of minutes to slightly scorch the corn. Add the chili powder and cook until the corn is cooked through and to your desired level of scorched. Remove from heat and add the lime juice and cilantro.
  4. Remove the chicken from the slow cooker and shred for assembly.
  5. To assemble the tacos gather your tortillas and add the chicken, roasted corn, and top with the cotija cheese.
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