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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

Chicken Caesar Pitas

April 2, 2025 by Dinner Tonight

Do you always forget to plan weekend lunches like I do? These Chicken Caesar Pitas make quick lunch for busy weekends and are the perfect way to use up leftover chicken.


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Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 skinless chicken breasts butterflied*
  • 10 ounce bag romaine lettuce
  • 1/4 cup low fat Caesar dressing
  • 4 pieces of pita bread sliced in half
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  1. Mix dry ingredients together. Season both sides of each chicken breast.
  2. Heat olive oil in skillet. Place the chicken into the hot skillet cooking about 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F. Let cool and slice or chop into bite-sized pieces.
  3. In a large bowl, mix lettuce, Caesar dressing, and chicken together.
  4. Heat pita bread in microwave for about 10 seconds. Fill with salad mixture.
  5. This is the perfect recipe for using up leftover grilled chicken. If using leftovers, use spices to taste.
  6. Serve with grapes or any fresh fruit.*
Recipe Notes

*Fresh fruit not included in nutritional analysis.

 

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Chicken, leftovers, lunch, protein

Herb Crusted Pork Chops

March 1, 2018 by Dinner Tonight

These Herb Crusted Pork Chops are an easy way to dress up simple chops! Serve with a side of vegetables and potatoes and you’ve got a delicious meal!


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Servings Prep Time
6 15 minutes
Cook Time
16 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 15 minutes
Cook Time
16 minutes
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Servings Prep Time
6 15 minutes
Cook Time
16 minutes
Servings Prep Time
6 15 minutes
Cook Time
16 minutes
Ingredients
  • 6 4 ounce pork chops
  • 1/2 cup crushed corn flakes
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon rosemary
  • 1 1/2 tablespoon dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese fresh
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  1. Trim any excess fat from the pork chops.
  2. On a plate or a shallow pan, combine all the ingredients except the pork chops. Mix them well.
  3. Press the pork chops into the mixture. Make sure each pork chop gets an even coating on both sides.
  4. Cook the pork chops on the backyard grill or under the broiler for about 8 minutes on each side.
  5. To ensure that the pork is done, use a food thermometer to ensure the temperature reaches 145 degrees F.
Recipe Notes

Herb Crusted Pork Chops Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 pork chop (123g) servings per container 6 Amount per serving Calories 250 % Daily Value Total Fat 11 g 14 % Saturated Fat 3 g 15 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 90 mg 30 % Sodium 220 mg 10 % Total Carbohydrate 6 g 2 % Dietary Fiber 0 g 0 % Total Sugars 1 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 29 g Vitamin D 1 mcg 6 % Calcium 73 mg 6 % Iron 2 mg 10 % Potassium 393 mg 8 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: Heart Healthy, herb, herbs, leftovers, Pork, pork chop

Cheesy Chicken Spinach Noodle Casserole

December 5, 2017 by Dinner Tonight

Straight from the slow cooker this casserole is filling and comforting. Try it soon for an instant family favorite!

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Ingredients
  • 1 pound chicken breast skinless, boneless
  • 10 3/4 ounce can of cream of mushroom 98% reduced fat
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 tablespoon of dry chives
  • 1/2 tablespoon of dry thyme
  • 1/2 tablespoon of dry parsley
  • 16 ounces dry egg noodles cooked
  • 3 cups baby spinach rinsed and chopped
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded, reduced fat
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  1. Wash hands and clean preparation area.
  2. Place chicken breast in the bottom of a slow cooker.
  3. In a small bowl combine cream of mushroom soup, water, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, thyme, and parsley. Pour seasoned soup mixture over chicken breast.
  4. Place lid on slow cooker and cook on low 6 – 8 hours until chicken is cooked through and shreds easily.
  5. Remove chicken breast from slow cooker and shred into fine pieces. Add shredded chicken back into the slow cooker and stir in hot cooked egg noodles, baby spinach, and shredded cheese. Replace lid and allow to heat through for 15 – 20 minutes until spinach is wilted and cheese is melted.
Recipe Notes

Cheesy Chicken Spinach Noodle Casserole Nutrition Facts Serving size (207g) servings per container 8 Amount per serving Calories 350 % Daily Value Total Fat 7 g 9 % Saturated Fat 2.5 g 13 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 115 mg 38 % Sodium 290 mg 13 % Total Carbohydrate 43 g 16 % Dietary Fiber 2 g 7 % Total Sugars 2 g Added Sugars 0 g 0 % Protein 26 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 149 mg 10 % Iron 3 mg 15 % Potassium 546 mg 10 %

Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, casserole, Chicken, Heart Healthy, kid friendly, leftovers, main dish, protein, Slow Cooker, spinach

Hearty Vegetable Soup

November 30, 2016 by Dinner Tonight


Hearty Vegetable Soup
Hearty Veggie Soup
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  • CourseMain Dish
Servings
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Ingredients
  • 1 14.5 ounce can low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 8 ounce can tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • 3 small red potatoes diced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 stalks celery diced
  • 1 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes w/ green chilies
  • 1 cup frozen green beans
  • 1 cup frozen corn kernels
  • 1 teaspoon creole seasoning
  • salt and pepper to taste
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  1. In a large stock pot, combine broth, tomato paste, water, potatoes, carrots, celery, onion, beans, un-drained diced tomatoes, green beans, and corn.
  2. Season with Creole seasoning salt and pepper.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 30 minutes or until all vegetables are tender.
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Filed Under: Recipes Tagged With: 400, fall, leftovers, main dish, soup, vegetables, Vegetarian, winter

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