Author: itskristinskitchen

meatball buns
Beef

Peri Peri Meatball Buns

If you’re looking for the ultimate party food or weeknight comfort meal, these Peri Peri Meatball Buns are about to become your new obsession. Think soft bakery-style buns stuffed with juicy meatballs in a creamy, smoky tomato sauce, baked with melty mozzarella, and finished with a drizzle of fiery peri peri sauce. They’re messy in […]

steak tostadas
Beef

Steak Tostadas with Homemade Guacamole & Chipotle Crema

If you’re craving a dinner that’s big on flavor but still easy to pull off on a weeknight, these Steak Tostadas are going to be your new go-to. Crispy tostada shells layered with creamy homemade guacamole, buttery pan-seared steak, charred sweet corn, crumbly cotija cheese, and smoky chipotle crema – it’s the kind of bite […]

HOT HONEY GARLIC SALMON BITES
Fish

Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites

If you’ve never had salmon quite like this, prepare to be obsessed. These Hot Honey Garlic Salmon Bites are sweet, spicy, sticky, and perfectly caramelized – a total weeknight winner. The salmon stays juicy inside while the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze that clings to every bite. Bonus? It all comes together in under […]

chocolate peanut butter brownies
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Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Brownies

These brownies are proof that you can have dessert without the sugar crash. I made them with SimplyFit Brownie Mix – a protein-packed, lower-calorie brownie base that still has all the rich, fudgy flavor you crave. Topped with warm peanut butter drizzle, they feel like a total indulgence… without actually being one. Why I love […]

hot honey garlic shrimp
Fish

Hot Honey Garlic Shrimp

If you’re looking for a bold and spicy shrimp recipe that delivers on both flavor and crunch, this Hot Honey Garlic Shrimp is your new go-to. It’s the perfect mix of sweet heat, garlicky goodness, and crispy coating – ideal for busy weeknights, game day snacks, or even stuffing into tacos or rice bowls (that’s […]

chicken alfredo potatoes
Chicken

Easy Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Potatoes

These Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Potatoes are the ultimate comfort food shortcut; crispy roasted potato shells stuffed with creamy Alfredo, shredded rotisserie chicken, and plenty of gooey mozzarella cheese. They come together with just a handful of ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknights when you still want something warm and satisfying. Pro Tip: Don’t Be […]

chili cheese dogs
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Campfire Chili Cheese Dogs with Homemade Chili

Campfire Chili Cheese Dogs with Homemade Chili There’s just something about making a hot mess of a meal while camping that makes it taste ten times better. These campfire chili cheese dogs were everything I wanted after a long day of driving. I’m honestly impressed that I managed to whip up from scratch chili in […]

roasted red pepper rigatoni
Pasta

Roasted Red Pepper Rigatoni

This roasted red pepper rigatoni is everything you want in a cozy, flavor-packed pasta dish. The sauce is made entirely from roasted veggies (hello, healthy!) sweet red peppers, tomatoes, garlic, and onion – blended until velvety smooth and made ultra creamy with a secret ingredient: whipped cream cheese. Tossed with rigatoni and topped with fresh […]

Crispy Crunchwrap
Chicken

Crispy Chicken Crunchwrap

There’s something magical about the combination of crispy, cheesy, saucy, and crunchy all wrapped up into one perfect bite – and these Crispy Chicken Crunchwraps deliver exactly that. Inspired by fast-food flavors but made with simple, wholesome ingredients at home, these wraps are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. The star here is the homemade chicken patty: seasoned […]