🍗 Garlic Butter Skillet Chicken Legs

 

🔥🤤 This one is Skillet Garlic Butter Chicken Legs — crispy, golden chicken cooked in a rich buttery sauce. Super juicy and simple, just like in the photo.

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🍗 Garlic Butter Skillet Chicken Legs

Ingredients

• 5–6 chicken legs (drumsticks or leg quarters)
• Salt & black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp dried thyme or oregano
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Season the Chicken
Pat chicken dry. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and herbs.

2️⃣ Sear Until Golden
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken skin-side down and sear 5–6 minutes until deeply golden.
Flip and cook another 4–5 minutes. Remove and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Sauce
Lower heat to medium. Add butter to the same skillet.
Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and scrape the pan to release all the flavor.

4️⃣ Simmer
Return chicken to the skillet.
Cover and simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes, until fully cooked and tender.

5️⃣ Finish
Add lemon juice if using.
Spoon sauce over the chicken and sprinkle with parsley.

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🔥 Tips

• Don’t rush the browning — that’s the flavor
• Cast iron skillet works best
• Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread

🍗 Chicken with Green Olives (One-Pan)

 

😍🔥 This looks like Braised Chicken with Green Olives & Herbs — super juicy chicken, golden on the outside, cooked in a savory sauce with olives (very Mediterranean / Moroccan vibes).

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🍗 Chicken with Green Olives (One-Pan)

Ingredients

• 4 chicken thighs or drumsticks (bone-in, skin-on)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup green olives (pitted)
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp smoked paprika
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• ½ tsp ground coriander
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• ½ tsp dried oregano or thyme
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional but 🔥)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Season the Chicken
Rub chicken with salt, paprika, cumin, coriander, and black pepper.

2️⃣ Sear Until Golden
Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken skin-side down until deeply golden (about 5–6 minutes).
Flip and cook 3 minutes more. Remove and set aside.

3️⃣ Build the Sauce
In the same pan, add onion and cook until soft.
Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds.
Pour in chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pan.

4️⃣ Add Olives & Simmer
Add green olives and dried herbs.
Return chicken to the pan.
Cover and simmer on low heat for 25–30 minutes until chicken is tender.

5️⃣ Finish & Serve
Sprinkle with fresh parsley/cilantro.
Add lemon juice if using.

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🔥 Serving Ideas

• With crusty bread
• Over rice or couscous
• With roasted potatoes

 

🍤 Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

 

🤤🔥 This looks like Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta (Rotini) — rich, cheesy, and perfectly seared shrimp.

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🍤 Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz rotini pasta (or any short pasta)
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken broth (or pasta water)
• ¾ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional but 🔥)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• Salt & black pepper to taste
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• ½ cup diced tomatoes (optional, like in the photo)
• Fresh parsley, chopped

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Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta
Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.

2️⃣ Season & Sear the Shrimp
Season shrimp with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
Heat olive oil + 1 tbsp butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
Sear shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

3️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
In the same pan, add remaining butter and garlic. Sauté 30 seconds.
Add chicken broth and let reduce slightly.
Pour in heavy cream, stir, then add Parmesan cheese.
Simmer until creamy and smooth.

4️⃣ Combine Everything
Add pasta and tomatoes to the sauce. Toss well.
Add shrimp back in and mix gently.
Use pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.

5️⃣ Finish & Serve
Taste and adjust seasoning.
Garnish with parsley and extra Parmesan.

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🔥 Tips

• Don’t overcook shrimp — they should be juicy
• Parmesan melts best off heat
• Want extra richness? Add a splash of cream cheese

Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels

 

Ohhh 🤤 Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels… comfort food at its best!

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🥨 Mozzarella Stuffed Soft Pretzels

Ingredients

Dough

• 1 ½ cups warm water (110°F / 45°C)
• 1 packet active dry yeast (2 ¼ tsp)
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp melted butter

Filling

• Mozzarella cheese sticks or mozzarella cut into thick strips

Baking Bath

• 10 cups water
• ⅔ cup baking soda

Topping

• 1 egg, beaten (egg wash)
• Coarse salt (or sesame seeds / garlic butter – optional)

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Instructions

1️⃣ Activate the Yeast
In a bowl, mix warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.

2️⃣ Make the Dough
Add salt, melted butter, and flour. Mix and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled.

3️⃣ Shape & Stuff
Punch down dough and divide into 8 equal pieces.
Roll each piece into a long rope, flatten slightly, place mozzarella in the center, and pinch tightly to seal.
Shape into pretzels or sticks.

4️⃣ Baking Soda Bath
Bring water to a boil and add baking soda.
Boil each pretzel for 20–30 seconds, then remove and place on a lined baking sheet.

5️⃣ Bake
Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with coarse salt.
Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes until deep golden brown.

6️⃣ Serve Hot
Best enjoyed warm with marinara sauce, cheese sauce, or garlic butter 😍

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🔥 Tips

• Seal the dough well so cheese doesn’t leak
• Use low-moisture mozzarella for best results
• Want extra flavor? Brush with butter + garlic after baking

🍓 Berry Cream Puff Pastry Cake

 

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🍓 Berry Cream Puff Pastry Cake

🧾 Ingredients

Cake Base

• 2 sheets puff pastry (thawed)
• Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Cream Filling

• 2 cups heavy whipping cream (cold)
• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 cup mascarpone cheese
  (or cream cheese, softened)

Berry Layer

• 1½ cups mixed berries (raspberries, strawberries, blueberries)
• ⅓ cup sugar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp cornstarch + 2 tbsp water

Topping (optional but 🔥)

• Extra whipped cream
• Fresh berries
• Mint leaves

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Bake Puff Pastry

1. Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F
2. Place puff pastry on baking tray, poke with fork.
3. Bake 15–20 min until golden & puffed.
4. Let cool completely.

2️⃣ Berry Filling

1. Cook berries + sugar + lemon on medium heat.
2. Add cornstarch slurry, stir until thick.
3. Let cool.

3️⃣ Cream

1. Whip cream + powdered sugar + vanilla until soft peaks.
2. Add mascarpone and whip until smooth & fluffy.

4️⃣ Assemble

1. Puff pastry
2. Cream layer
3. Berry filling
4. Another puff pastry
5. Top with whipped cream & berries

Dust with powdered sugar ❄️

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💡 Tips

• Best chilled 1 hour before serving
• You can use strawberry jam if short on time 😉
• Perfect for Eid, birthdays, or guests

🥩 Garlic Butter Steak Bites

 

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🥩 Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Ingredients

• 500 g beef steak (sirloin or tenderloin), cut into cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

1. Season steak cubes with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a hot pan.
3. Add steak cubes and sear on all sides (2–3 min per side).
4. Add butter and garlic, toss for 30 seconds until fragrant.
5. Sprinkle parsley and set aside.

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🍝 Creamy Cheesy Pasta

Ingredients

• 400 g rotini (or any pasta)
• 2 tbsp butter
• 2 tbsp flour
• 2 cups milk
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar + mozzarella)
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Chopped parsley

Instructions

1. Cook pasta in salted water, drain.
2. Melt butter in a pan, add flour, whisk 1 minute.
3. Slowly add milk + cream, whisk until thick.
4. Add cheese, garlic powder, salt, pepper. Stir until smooth.
5. Add pasta and mix well.

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🍽️ Serve

Plate the creamy pasta, top with steak bites, garnish with parsley 🤌
Perfect comfort food

Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders

 

🔥 Crispy Fried Chicken Tenders 🔥

Eat or Pass? 😋

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken tenders
• 2 cups buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
• Oil for frying

Instructions:

1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour (overnight is best).
2. Mix flour, cornstarch, and all spices in a bowl.
3. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, pressing well for extra crunch.
4. Fry in hot oil (350°F / 175°C) for 5–7 minutes until golden and crispy.
5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.