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Sweet and Simple Chicken Recipe

Monday, December 13, 2021 California, USA

Super Sweet and Simple Chicken Recipe

Hi friends! 👋

We're right smack dab in the middle of the Christmas season, and boy is it busy! This is when I tend to rely on cookies and healthier meal options to balance. 😂

The recipe I have for you today is a super simple and easy one to make, I call my super sweet and simple chicken recipe. I've made it every week so far this December, so you know it has to be easy! I actually saw something similar added to fish, and thought to myself.. I don't eat fish, but I bet this would be good on chicken! I played around with it quite a bit, and this is how I'm saving/making it from here on out. I hope you enjoy!

This specific chicken recipe is on the healthier side, made with raw honey and deli mustard. When you bit into it, you get a nice and moist chicken, with a sweet top and an added little kick from the mustard. As a healthier option, I recommend making two and meal prepping the second one for later!

Chicken Ingredients

Two Boneless Chicken Breasts
Raw Honey
Deli Mustard
(Optional Salt, Pepper, Garlic Salt)
Olive Oil

Ingredient Notes

I preheat my toaster oven to 375 degrees.

I initially add two tablespoons of honey and two tablespoons of deli mustard in a small ramekin. Mix it really good and set it aside.

I put the chicken on foil (with a little olive oil on the bottom so it won't stick) and sprinkle salt, pepper and garlic salt on top. Mine all comes as one, but you can do each individually as well.

Then I take half of the mixture and spread it on top, leaving some leftover for when the chicken comes out of the toaster oven.

I put it in for 40 minutes, making sure the internal temperature of the chicken is 165 when taking it out.

Once done, I add the additional mixture on top, cut and enjoy! Yes, it's really that simple!

Recipe Equipment

Small Ramekin
Aluminum Foil
Toaster Oven
Spoon

The equipment is simple for this recipe. Of course if you don't have a toaster oven, you can always use a convectional oven. Mine just heats up so much faster and always has the tray sitting inside waiting to be utilized, so I tend to cook with this option first if just for myself.

This recipe is for two pieces of boneless chicken
Store leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge

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I hope you love this new chicken recipe! If you try it out, I'd love for you to comment below to let me know what you thought. You can also tag me on Instagram or Facebook!

Two Ingredient Super Simple Sweet (with a little kick) Chicken Recipe

Prep Time: 5-10 minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes

Course: Lunch, Dinner

Cuisine: American

Macro Friendly: YES!

EQUIPMENT

Toaster Oven
Small Ramekin
Aluminum Foil
Spoon

INGREDIENTS

2 Tablespoons Raw Honey
2 Tablespoons Deli Mustard
Garlic Salt, Pepper, Salt (Optional)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Heat the toaster oven to 375 degrees F.

2. Small hint of olive oil on the aluminum foil before adding the chicken.

3. Add chicken to the aluminum foil.

4. Sprinkle spices (salt, pepper, garlic salt).

5. Mix honey and deli mustard in small ramekin.

6. Add 50% on top of the chicken to cook, save the rest for after.

7. Cook the chicken for 40 minutes.

8. Check that internal temperature is 165 before adding to a serving plate.

9. Add the rest of the mixture on top of the chicken.

10. Enjoy!

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Sweet and Simple Chicken Recipe

What I Eat in a Day Tracking Macros

Sunday, September 5, 2021 California, USA

Hi family and friends! 👋

I hope you all are having an amazing day and productive week. I recently had a day of downtime, where the kids and I stayed home, caught lizards, splashed in the hot tub and enjoyed all of those toys they only see every so often when we're not running to and from one place to the other. As stir crazy as I can go staying home, I'm currently sitting here listening to giggling at the table, watching out of the corner of my eye them eating their after dinner bowl of cereal, just because. Truthfully, they love it!

I know a lot of people ask what I eat in a day, so I want to try and document my meals every so often for you to get an idea of what my day look like when it comes to food. Today worked out for me to be home for all four meals, so I went for it!

First, lets go over what my macros are for the day!

Sleep: 7 hours, 30 minutes

Workout: 0

Meals: 4

Protein: 135g

Fat: 45g

Carbs: 20g

Meal One:

Cheese

Egg Whites

Eggs Whole

Avocados

Onions

Strawberries

Meal One

Meal Two:

Beef

Ketchup

Watermelon

Meal Two

Meal Three:

Protein Shake

Wheat Thins

Whey Protein

Almonds

Meal Three

Meal Four:

Chicken

Cheese

Onion

Cherry Tomatoes

Meal Four

Although I wouldn't say this is a typical day (Monday through Friday looks a lot different with workouts and a more routine day), it's good to get an idea of how simple and straight forward it really can be! If the numbers look a little overwhelming, check out the post on Why I Love the RP Diet App, as all of them are factored and edited throughout your journey. You just enter some information to start and each week, and the rest is really done for you. You enter what you want to eat and the app tells you how much (or reminds you just how many carbs are in that item you love). Truly the simplest way to hit your nutrition goals in my opinion.

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What I Eat in a Day Tracking Macros

10 Simple Seasonings to Spice Up Any Meal

Friday, April 9, 2021

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10 simple seasonings to spice up any meal

Hi family and friends! 👋

I hope you all are having a great week. This post is probably LONG overdue, as I get so many comments on Instagram asking how I spice up my meals, since you all know I tend to eat a lot of the same things over and over. This one is so important, as it keeps things interesting, but doesn't add extra calories to your meal so you stay on track. Although this list isn't the full list of what I use, it definitely includes the ones you see most often. Let's dig in!

Cinnamon Bun Seasoning

Greek Yogurt
English Muffin
Pita Bread

I eat Cinnamon Bun Flavoring on my Greek yogurt every single day! So much in fact, that I just ordered three at a time I go through it so quickly. However, I also use it on bread options as well. Generally I eat carbs with I Can't Believe It's Not Butter spray because I use my fats for other things, so adding some flavoring to a somewhat bland piece of bread really helps!

Chocolate Donut Seasoning

Greek Yogurt
Casein Shake
Whey Protein Shake

Like the Cinnamon Bun Flavoring, this one goes on my Greek yogurt most days as well. Again, it adds a little ump to a somewhat bland meal. Unlike Cinnamon Bun, I also use this in shakes, as most are chocolate, and it gives a little bit more to the overall taste!

Bacon Flavor Seasoning

Eggs

This is a specialty seasoning, and not something I use all that often. However, if you're a huge bacon lover, you may want to try it! I sometimes utilize it on my eggs to switch it up, and it works. I could also see this being used on hamburgers, pizza, etc. (because when is bacon ever a bad thing)?

Ranch Seasoning

Crockpot Crack Chicken Recipe

I make Crockpot crack chicken generally once a week, and it's always in my fridge. Because of this, I skip the cute little packets and purchased the big tub! As a main ingredient, I go through it often, so it's always good to have on hand. If you haven't tried this incredibly easy recipe, you can view it here.

Taco Seasoning

Crockpot Chicken Recipe

This is another seasoning that is never bad to have on hand. I generally use it for my Crockpot salsa chicken, so it's always good to have in a big tub! If you haven't tried making salsa chicken before, you can view how to make this super simple recipe here.

Garlic Salt

Homemade Pizza
Hamburger
Pita Bread

Garlic salt or powder adds so much flavor, especially to pizza or hamburger! Although these are the main ways I like to use it, I also use it every now and then on a piece of pita bread with some meals.

Salt & Pepper

Everything.. J/K
Eggs
Broccoli
Brussel Sprouts

I feel like these are staples in everyone's home, but if you're not using them to spice up your foods- you're missing out! I would say out of every spice I own, these two are used the most.

Truffle Salt

Eggs

This is another specialty spice, and one I don't use as often (but man is it good)! If you're a fan of Tim Ferriss, he introduced me to this incredible spice on eggs years ago, and I'm so glad he did. If you eat a lot of eggs and egg whites like I do, check this one out!

Everything But The Bagel Seasoning

Eggs
Homemade bagels
Any type of bread
This is a very universal seasoning, and another one that I think is so great to have on hand. I like it for homemade bagels or bread primarily, but it really can be used on almost anything.

Cinnamon Seasoning

Pita Bread
Tortilla
English Muffin
Oatmeal
Yogurt
Pancake/Waffle mix
French Toast
Cinnamon is a wonderful staple to have on hand. I generally use it on bread, but it could be used for a variety of things, so definitely make sure you have this one!

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10 Simple Seasonings to Spice Up Any Meal

8 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Eat Casein

Friday, February 19, 2021

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I see a lot of people wanting to use casein protein powder as a late night meal option, but they aren't really sure the best way to prepare it. So, I did some research to find out why casein is so beneficial and put together some of the ways I'm seeing people rave about it!

WHAT IS CASEIN?

Casein is a type of protein, most often found in milk and is an essential ingredient in cheese.

WHY DO PEOPLE USE IT AT NIGHT?

Casein is slow digesting, so people often take it before bed to help with recovery and to reduce muscle breakdown while they sleep. A lot of times people view it as a way to gain muscle while you sleep.

I personally like casein because it's light and keeps me full throughout the night. I also use chocolate casein, so it helps with my sweet tooth and cravings. (My favorite casein recipe is listed below.)

CASEIN BENEFITS

Contributes to Muscle Growth and Retention
Aids in Recovery after exercise
Slow Digesting
Greater Fat Loss
Reduces Cravings
Improved Performance
Contains Essential Amino Acids

WHAT IS THE SIMPLEST WAY TO DIGEST IT?

I've tried many casein recipes, and the simplest/most easiest way to consume casein is to make a shake!

Depending on my macros, here's how I make mine:

Casein Milkshake

Casein Protein
Vanilla Almond Milk
Peanut Butter (can do a chocolate/peanut butter casein if macros are tight)
Banana (generally only get a little, but it makes a big difference)
100% Cocoa Powder (for a little more chocolate)
(Have additional macros available? Try sugar free whip or sugar free chocolate sauce on top!)

I just throw it all in a blender, and wa-la! So simple, and incredibly delicious! I use chocolate casein, so this helps with my sweet tooth (and wanting to eat it ALL) at night.

WHAT ARE THE BEST CASEIN RECIPES?

Below are some of the creative ways I see others preparing casein outside the usual bedtime shake! Most of the casein is a full scoop, and water is just enough for consistency. The rest can really be altered to your macros allotted! Plug it into what you have available for proteins, fat and carbs to see if you can create your perfect combination. I'd love for you to share in the comments below or tag me on @dumbbellsnotblonde if you found the perfect casein recipe match.

Casein Waffle

Casein
Egg Whites
Water
Sprinkle Baking Powder
Peanut Butter
(Have extra macros available? Add sugar free pudding or syrup to the mix!)

Casein Ice Cream

Two bananas (cut in chunks/freeze)
Blend with 2 1/2 scoops casein
Add a little almond milk
(Extra macros available? Add sugar free pudding or syrup to the mix!)

Casein Mug Cake

Scoop of casein protein powder
Peanut Butter
1 whole egg
Water
Mix without water with a fork, add a little water and continue mixing until it's a sticky texture
Microwave for 90 seconds
(Have extra macros available? Add fat free whip cream on top!)

Casein Cookies

20g Casein
2 1/2 Peanut Butter or creamy honey almond butter type spread
1 tsp Baking Powder
1.25 tbs Water
Mix Casein and Baking Powder first
Add Butter
Add water and mix
Add chocolate chips
Roll into balls/press down a bit to make them more cookie like
Bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 8-10 minutes

Casein Pancakes

Casein Protein Powder
Egg Whites
3 tbsp Water
Peanut Butter
Whisk eggs and water, then add powder and peanut butter. Medium heat on the pan, and flatten them down a bit. Flip when ready.
(Have extra macros available? Add fruit or your favorite fat free whip on top!)

Casein Brownie

1 Scoop Chocolate Casein
1/2 tsp Baking Powder
Add water until brownie batter consistency
Microwave 3-5 times in 30 second intervals
(Have extra macros? Top with Peanut Butter or your favorite sugar free whip on top!)

Casein Pumpkin Pie

Cinammon Bun Casein
Canned Pumpkin Cinnamon & Pumpkin Pie Spice
Add water to make like a thick pudding
Refrigerate for two hours
(Have extra macros? Add a little sugar free whip on top!)

I hope this helps with a general casein understanding and provides some inspiration for your first (or next!) bedtime meal. If you find just the right concoction, please share in the comments below or tag me on Instagram @dumbbellsnotblonde. I'd love to try your creation. :)

If you haven't tried casein just yet, are you going to be adding it into your bedtime routine? I want to know, so make sure to comment!

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Be Game Day Ready with this Healthier Frozen Peanut Butter Bananas Recipe!

Friday, February 5, 2021

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Frozen Banana Bites for Game Day Football Superbowl

Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Game Day Bites

These Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Game Day Bites are a healthier take on a tasty little dessert! They are made with bananas, nuts'n more toffee crunch, thin chocolate coating and a dab of frosting. When you bite into them, you get the frozen banana taste with just a hint of the protein superfood and chocolate shell. The frosting on top is icing on the cake for an all-around bite sized dessert. Make sure to share or bag individually, as they are easy to keep eating!

Frozen Peanut Butter Banana Game Day Bites Recipe Inspiration

Who doesn't love frozen bananas with peanut butter and chocolate?! I will admit, this is a trio that I could eat every single day. (Chocolate Peanut Butter Casein with a banana thrown in is also my favorite bedtime shake, which is just a healthier liquid version.) Since game day usually requires an abundance of chips and dip, soda, pizza... and really anything else that you eat too much of, I decided to find a healthier alternative that still allowed me to participate in the food festivities. This one didn't disappoint, so I hope you enjoy them as much as I did!

Game Day Bites Ingredients

Ingredients Notes

For the peanut butter, I use a fun toffee crunch spread (they also have birthday cake, cocoa hazelnut, white chocolate, cookie dough, salted caramel peanut butter and more). Of course, regular peanut butter would also work well. For the chocolate dipping candy, I have the kind that hardens immediately, so it's very smooth and easy to create the footballs out of icing. I haven't tried regular chocolate, but I'm sure it could be a great substitute as well. The frosting is just a very small tube, but a larger one should work too. This is such a simple recipe that can be adjusted for macros and ingredients. Feel free to follow my exact recipe or create something similar on your own!