Homemade Chick-fil-A Market Salad Recipe 25-minute meals chicken recipes clean eating dairy optional easy dinner family favorites gluten free healthy salads high protein meal prep friendly Apr 11, 2025

You know that one fast food salad that actually feels fresh? The one with grilled chicken, juicy apples, blueberries, and a tangy dressing? Yep, the Chick-fil-A Market Salad. I used to grab it on the go all the time—until I realized I could make a better, fresher version right at home.

This Homemad...

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Homemade Parmesan Chicken Nuggets Recipe 30-minute meals chicken nugget recipe gluten-free option healthy fast food at home high protein kid-friendly meals parmesan recipes serves 4 Apr 11, 2025

These Homemade Parmesan Chicken Nuggets are everything you want in a nugget — crisp on the outside, tender inside, and bursting with cheesy, garlicky flavor.

They're coated in a blend of almond flour, Parmesan, and Italian spices, then baked or air-fried to golden perfection. These nuggets are a to...

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Homemade Extra Crispy Tenders Recipe 30-minute meals air fryer chicken tenders clean comfort food extra crispy gluten-free option healthy fast food at home high protein serves 4 Apr 11, 2025

If you miss that shatter-crisp crunch from your favorite chicken chain but want something healthier at home, these Homemade Extra Crispy Tenders deliver big time.

They’re juicy on the inside, ridiculously crispy on the outside — all without deep frying. Made with a grain-free, gluten-free coating a...

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Homemade Chicken Fries Recipe 30-minute meals air fryer recipes chicken fries clean comfort food gluten-free healthy fast food at home high protein kid-friendly meals serves 4 Apr 11, 2025

If your crew loves those crispy chicken fries from the drive-thru, they’re going to flip over these Homemade Chicken Fries — made with real ingredients, no deep fryer, and just the right crunch.

These fun, dippable chicken sticks are coated in a light, seasoned crust and baked or air-fried until go...

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Homemade Wendy’s Nuggets Recipe 30-minute meals chicken nuggets gluten-free option healthy fast food at home high protein kid-friendly meal prep serves 4 wendy’s copycat Apr 11, 2025

These Homemade Wendy’s Nuggets are everything you love about the classic — golden crispy coating, juicy tender chicken, and that bold peppery flavor — but made with simple, real ingredients in your own kitchen.

They’re oven-baked or air-fried (your choice!), gluten-free optional, and way better for...

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Homemade Spicy Chicken Strips Recipe 30-minute meals chicken strip recipe clean comfort food gluten-free option healthy fast food at home high protein serves 4 spicy chicken Apr 11, 2025

These Homemade Spicy Chicken Strips are everything you crave from your favorite fast food chain — crunchy on the outside, juicy inside, and packed with flavor — but made with clean, real ingredients you can feel good about.

Whether you bake or air fry them, they’re just the right amount of spicy wi...

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Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe 20 minutes 4 servings clean eating gluten-free option healthy summer recipes high protein low carb quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

I love meals that feel light but still super satisfying — and these lettuce wraps hit that sweet spot.

I first made them on a hot summer night when no one wanted anything heavy (and I really didn’t want to turn on the oven). I had some ground chicken and lettuce in the fridge, so I quickly sautéed ...

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Balsamic Steak Tips Recipe 25 minutes 4 servings beef recipes clean eating gluten-free healthy summer recipes high protein quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

If you're craving something rich and satisfying — without heating up the whole kitchen — these steak tips are your answer.

This recipe came from one of those “steakhouse cravings meets busy schedule” nights. I had some sirloin on hand, threw together a quick balsamic-garlic marinade, and pan-seared...

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Flavor-Packed Blackened Fish Tacos Recipe 25 minutes 4 servings clean eating fish recipes gluten-free option healthy summer recipes high protein quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

There’s just something about taco night that brings everyone to the table — and these fish tacos never disappoint.

The first time I made them was after a beach trip when I couldn’t stop thinking about the fish tacos we had by the water. I tried to recreate them with pantry spices, a quick slaw, and...

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Southwest Chicken Bowl Recipe 30 minutes 4 servings clean eating gluten-free healthy summer recipes high protein meal prep quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

This bowl is one of those meals that checks all the boxes — quick, hearty, healthy, and packed with flavor.

I first threw it together after a week of tacos and leftover grilled chicken. I added some rice, corn, black beans, avocado… and it instantly became a repeat meal in our house.

It’s now one ...

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BBQ Chicken Tenders Recipe 30 minutes 4 servings clean eating family favorites healthy summer recipes high protein meal prep quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

This is one of those meals I know everyone will eat — no complaints, no negotiating.

It all started on a weeknight when I needed something fast and easy that the kids wouldn’t argue about. I tossed chicken tenders with a few simple spices, brushed on BBQ sauce, and baked them until sticky and golde...

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Easy Honey Mustard Chicken Recipe 30 minutes 4 servings clean eating family favorites healthy summer recipes high protein meal prep friendly quick dinners Apr 10, 2025

This is one of those back-pocket recipes I’ve been making for years — and it never gets old.

I remember the first time I made it: we had nothing fancy in the fridge, but I had chicken, mustard, and honey. I mixed them together with a little garlic and olive oil, threw it in the oven, and crossed my...

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