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Comfort Food

One Pot 10 Minute Shrimp Scampi | This shrimp scampi has all the classic garlicky flavors, is made in one pot, ready in 10 minutes, and is perfect on it's own or over some pasta!  Perfect for a busy weeknight! | http://thechunkychef.com | shrimp | scampi | easy | dinner | one pot | quick

One Pot 10 Minute Shrimp Scampi
August 7, 2017
Cheesy Garlic Crescent Rolls | Soft, buttery crescent rolls are baked with gooey mozzarella cheese, and brushed with an insanely flavorful garlic and herb butter!  Ready in less than 20 minutes! | http://thechunkychef.com

Buttery Garlic Cheese Bombs
August 2, 2017
Grilled Bratwurst with Spicy Peach Salsa | No more boring brat toppings here... serve up your traditional grilled beer brats with this habanero peach salsa and prepare to be amazed!  Plus, tips for how to serve these brats when grilling isn't an option. | http://thechunkychef.com

Grilled Bratwurst with Spicy Peach Salsa
July 30, 2017
Homemade Chili Mac Bake | Hearty, cheesy, and comfort food the whole family will love!  Perfect for a busy weeknight, and leftovers are just as amazing! | http://thechunkychef.com

Homemade Chili Mac Bake
July 23, 2017
Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Casserole | A rotisserie chicken, creamy salsa verde sauce, plenty of gooey cheese and crunchy tortilla chips... it's the perfect casserole that's easy to prep ahead for a weeknight dinner! | http://thechunkychef.com

Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Casserole
July 5, 2017
Tahini Marinated Chicken Buddha Bowl | Healthy, delicious, and easy to make... these buddha bowls are the perfect dinner or lunch! You'll love the tahini marinade that doubles as a sauce! | http://thechunkychef.com

Tahini Marinated Chicken Buddha Bowl
June 18, 2017
Spicy Baked Beans with Bacon | Perfect for cookouts or summer BBQ's, these baked beans with bacon have a mouthwatering spicy kick from jalapeños that make for an unforgettable side dish! | http://thechunkychef.com

Spicy Baked Beans with Bacon
June 14, 2017
Spicy Bourbon Glazed Carrots | You'll love these easy glazed carrots made with bourbon, brown sugar and cayenne! They're perfect for a weeknight dinner or holiday feast! | http://thechunkychef.com

Spicy Bourbon Glazed Carrots
June 11, 2017
Chorizo Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes | Mexican flavors come together in these stuffed sweet potatoes, for a meal that's healthy and incredibly easy to prep ahead for a stress-free dinner! | http://thechunkychef.com

Chorizo Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
June 4, 2017
One Pan Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken | An easy weeknight meal, bursting with flavor, smothered in melty cheese, and on your table in 20 minutes! | http://thechunkychef.com

One Pan Cheesy Jalapeño Chicken
April 26, 2017
Slow Cooker Shredded Italian Beef | Tangy and spicy, this Italian beef is easily cooked in a slow cooker until fork tender, then shredded, for the ultimate in delicious easy weeknight dinners! | http://thechunkychef.com

Slow Cooker Shredded Italian Beef
April 12, 2017
Basic Cheesy Spinach Quiche with Bacon | This easy quiche is loaded with spinach, ham, bacon, caramelized onions, mushrooms and Gruyere! No complicated dinner here, it uses frozen pie crust! | http://thechunkychef.com

Basic Cheesy Spinach Quiche with Bacon
April 2, 2017
Salami and Pickle Grilled Cheese | Everything you love about the salami, cream cheese and pickle appetizer, put into a gooey, buttery grilled cheese! Comfort food elevated to gourmet levels! | http://thechunkychef.com

Salami and Pickle Grilled Cheese
March 26, 2017
Ham and Cheese Spinach Puffs | Ready in just over 30 minutes, these spinach puffs are made with flaky puff pastry, wrapped around a creamy mixture of ham, gruyere cheese and fresh spinach. Perfect for using leftover ham! | http://thechunkychef.com

Ham and Cheese Spinach Puffs
March 8, 2017
Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Roasted Chicken | Chicken thighs are coated in a sweet and savory maple mustard sauce and roasted alongside creamy butternut squash and savory brussels sprouts, all on one sheet pan for an incredibly quick, easy meal with hardly any cleanup needed! | http://thechunkychef.com

Sheet Pan Maple Mustard Roasted Chicken
February 15, 2017
Lemon Chicken and Potato Bake | Chicken and potatoes are baked with lemon slices in a creamy casserole that's sure to fill you up and make you smile! | http://thechunkychef.com

Lemon Chicken and Potato Bake
January 29, 2017
20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara | Cheese tortellini pasta is coated in a rich carbonara sauce, sprinkled with bacon and Parmesan cheese. It's the perfect weeknight dinner! | http://thechunkychef.com

20 Minute Tortellini Pasta Carbonara
January 26, 2017
Smoky Beef and Poblano Chili | A hearty beef and poblano pepper chili with just the right amount of heat and spice and full of great smoky flavor! Perfect for a game day meal! | http://thechunkychef.com

Smoky Beef and Poblano Pepper Chili
January 22, 2017
Cheesy Bacon Spinach Dip | This party spinach dip is loaded with tons of spinach, gooey cheese, crispy bacon and other mouthwatering flavors. Combine, bake, and eat! Perfect for a party! | http://thechunkychef.com

Cheesy Bacon Spinach Dip
December 27, 2016
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole | A one pan family style casserole full of chicken, ham, swiss cheese, creamy herb sauce and savory stuffing! | http://thechunkychef.com

Chicken Cordon Bleu Stuffing Casserole
December 15, 2016
One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions | Amazing Fall flavors combine in this one pan, 30 minute pork chop meal! | http://thechunkychef.com

One Pan Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
November 30, 2016

Cheesy Quinoa and Sausage Broccoli Casserole
November 20, 2016
Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Popper Dip | Warm and spicy, this ultra cheesy bacon jalapeno popper dip will be the hit of ANY party you bring it to! | http://thechunkychef.com

Cheesy Bacon Jalapeno Popper Dip
November 18, 2016
Mom's Famous Corn Pudding | Family favorite corn pudding that uses everyday staple ingredients and doesn't require a mixer! | http://thechunkychef.com

Mom’s Famous Corn Pudding
November 13, 2016

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