Rachel Cooks With Love: Chicken Recipes

Introduction

Cooking with love is always the secret ingredient to creating delicious and comforting meals. Rachel, a passionate cook, loves to experiment with different flavors and ingredients to create simple yet flavorful chicken recipes. In this article, we will share some of Rachel’s favorite chicken recipes that are easy to make and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

For each recipe, the ingredients are easily accessible and can be found in any grocery store. Here are the ingredients you will need for each recipe:

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into small pieces
• 1 pound broccoli florets
• 1 pound fettuccine pasta
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1/2 cup butter
• 4 cloves garlic, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste

Chicken Fajitas

• 1 pound chicken breast, cut into thin strips
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Tortillas, for serving

Chicken Parmesan

• 1 pound chicken breast, pounded thin
• 1 cup Italian breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

1. Cook fettuccine pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a separate pan, sauté chicken and garlic in butter until chicken is cooked through.
3. Add broccoli and continue to sauté until broccoli is tender.
4. Pour in heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Combine cooked pasta with the sauce and chicken and broccoli mixture.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Chicken Fajitas

1. Season chicken strips with chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add chicken strips and cook until browned on both sides.
4. Remove chicken from the pan and set aside.
5. Add sliced bell peppers and onion to the same pan and sauté until tender.
6. Add chicken back to the pan and stir to combine.
7. Warm tortillas in the oven or microwave.
8. Serve chicken mixture on top of tortillas and enjoy!

Chicken Parmesan

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Mix Italian breadcrumbs, grated parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
3. Dip chicken breasts in beaten egg, then coat in breadcrumb mixture.
4. Place chicken on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until chicken is fully cooked.
5. Remove chicken from the oven and top with marinara sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese.
6. Return chicken to the oven and bake until cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Nutrition

Here is the estimated nutrition information for each recipe:

Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo

• Calories: 890
• Protein: 39g
• Carbohydrates: 68g
• Fat: 52g
• Sodium: 670mg

Chicken Fajitas

• Calories: 360
• Protein: 27g
• Carbohydrates: 28g
• Fat: 14g
• Sodium: 480mg

Chicken Parmesan

• Calories: 530
• Protein: 50g
• Carbohydrates: 26g
• Fat: 25g
• Sodium: 1220mg

Conclusion

Rachel’s love for cooking shines through in her delicious chicken recipes. Each recipe is easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Whether you’re in the mood for a comforting bowl of pasta or a flavorful fajita, these recipes are sure to satisfy. So, next time you’re in the kitchen, remember to cook with love and enjoy the delicious results.