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This crockpot white chicken chili is easy to make, and has just the right amount of spice to warm up your night!

Creamy Crockpot White Chicken Chili

January 8, 2020
Rich and creamy homemade baked mac and cheese, filled with multiple layers of shredded cheeses, smothered in a smooth cheese sauce, and baked until bubbly and perfect!

Creamy Baked Mac and Cheese

September 30, 2019
Chicken marsala is a one pot, 30 minute meal made with golden brown pan fried chicken cutlets, savory mushrooms and a rich marsala wine sauce! #chickenmarsala #italian #chickendinner #chicken #onepot #onepan #30minutemeal #easyrecipe

Easy Chicken Marsala (30 Minute Meal)

March 20, 2019
Buttery Crockpot Ranch Mushrooms - This quick and easy side dish is made using only 3 simple ingredients!  Buttery, and full of ranch flavor, the crockpot does the work for you with this mushroom side dish!

Buttery Crockpot Ranch Mushrooms (3 ingredients!)

October 2, 2018
Four Ingredient Funfetti Cake Batter Dip | This dessert dip uses only 4 ingredients, is no bake, and tastes exactly like cake batter! Both kids and adults alike will love this funfetti treat! | http://thechunkychef.com

Four Ingredient Funfetti Cake Batter Dip

May 7, 2017
Homemade Raspberry Peach Lemonade | The perfect refreshing summer drink is here! Full of raspberry and peach flavors, this homemade lemonade is like drinking sunshine! | http://thechunkychef.com

Homemade Raspberry Peach Lemonade

May 3, 2017
Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad | Regular macaroni salad, step aside... this creamy jalapeño popper version is full of amazing flavors, packs some spicy punch, and is perfect for any gathering or bbq! | http://thechunkychef.com

Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad

March 22, 2017
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
Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops | Tender, juicy, bone-in glazed pork chops are seared and coated in a lip-smacking maple balsamic vinegar sauce! | http://thechunkychef.com

Maple Balsamic Glazed Pork Chops

November 9, 2016
Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies | Thick, chewy chocolate chip cookies that are perfectly crisp on the edges and soft in the middle. The sea salt just accentuates the rich chocolate flavor! | http://thechunkychef.com

Salted Chocolate Chip Cookies

September 28, 2016
One Pot Chicken and Dirty Rice | Chicken thighs are cooked on top of a homemade dirty rice, which makes for the most flavorful Cajun-inspired dish you've ever had! Plus, all you need is one pot! | http://thechunkychef.com

One Pot Chicken and Dirty Rice

September 18, 2016
Applebee's 4 Cheese Mac and Cheese with Honey Pepper Chicken | Even better than the restaurant version, this creamy 4 cheese mac and cheese is topped with a sweet and sticky honey pepper chicken | http://thechunkychef.com

4 Cheese Mac with Honey Pepper Chicken

September 8, 2016
Honeydew Mint Homemade Popsicles | The refreshing taste of sweet honeydew melon and fresh mint will make these easy 4 ingredient homemade popsicles an instant favorite! | http://thechunkychef.com

Easy Honeydew Mint Homemade Popsicles

August 15, 2016
Summer Pineapple Punch | This sweet and easy to make pineapple punch will be the hit of any party! Just 4 simple ingredients plus fresh fruit and pretty garnishes! | http://thechunkychef.com

Fizzy Pineapple Punch

June 9, 2016
Bright and fresh, this salsa is the best you've ever tasted! So easy to make and it's sure to "wow" anyone you make it for!

5 Minute Restaurant Salsa

April 20, 2016
Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip | Easy to make, this cheesecake dip is loaded with great creamy flavors and pieces of peanut butter cups. Try it with apple slices or vanilla wafers! | http://thechunkychef.com

Peanut Butter Cup Cheesecake Dip

April 10, 2016
Coffee Rubbed Burgers with Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce | The Chunky Chef | Not your average burger! Juicy beef burgers seasoned with a spiced coffee rub, topped with peppered bacon and a lip smacking Dr Pepper BBQ sauce!

Coffee Rubbed Burgers with Dr Pepper BBQ Sauce

November 9, 2015
Deliciously moist with a few surprise ingredients, you have to try these strawberry lemonade cupcakes! It's like taking a bite out of summer :)

Strawberry Lemonade Cupcakes

July 29, 2015
The softest, fluffiest, best buttermilk pancakes... from scratch! Savor the sweet hints of vanilla and warmth of the cinnamon; the perfect breakfast!

Vanilla Cinnamon Buttermilk Pancakes

June 8, 2015

Easy Lemon Chicken Piccata

April 22, 2015
These beef enchiladas are filled with a flavorful beef, bean and chili mixture, covered in a delicious homemade sauce and smothered in gooey cheese!

Beef Enchiladas with Homemade Enchilada Sauce

April 15, 2015
Buttermilk Biscuits and Gravy | Soft and fluffy buttermilk biscuits, perfectly big yet light at the same time, smothered with a creamy homemade sausage gravy... classic down home cooking! |http://thechunkychef.com

Buttermilk Biscuits and Sausage Gravy

February 26, 2015

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This crockpot white chicken chili is easy to make, and has just the right amount of spice to warm up your night!
Old Fashioned Easy Apple Crisp | Chopped apples, cinnamon, brown sugar, and the best crispy oat topping, baked into the ultimate Fall dessert!  Top with a scoop of ice cream and salted caramel for the perfect treat! | https://thechunkychef.com | #applecrisp #oat #falldessert #appledessert #fromscratch
The BEST copycat zuppa toscana soup, made with spicy crumbled sausage, silky potatoes, and an ultra creamy broth.  Bacon and kale put the finishing touch on this Olive Garden copycat recipe! #soup #souprecipe #copycat #zuppatoscana #olivegarden #slowcooker #crockpot #instantpot #pressurecooker #easyrecipe #weeknightmeal
Perfect for quick dinner, these family-favorite homemade sloppy joes are ready in 30 minutes or less!  The silky rich sauce is ultra flavorful with a zesty kick! #sloppyjoes #weeknight
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