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Close up shot up blackened salmon rice bowls.

Blackened salmon rice bowls.

Blackened Salmon Rice Bowls

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are my own.

If you’re looking for a dinner that’s fresh, satisfying, and packed with flavor, these Blackened Salmon Rice Bowls are about to earn a permanent spot in your weekly dinner rotation. Delicious blackened salmon made using my favorite Tony Chachere’s Spice and Herbs Creole Seasoning gets placed on top of their delicious Butter and Herb Dinner Rice Mix and then piled high with crisp veggies and a creamy sauce that brings it all together.

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PostedAugust 6, 2026
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner
Tagssalmon bowls, dinner, 30 minute meals
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Sweet corn and leek pasta with crispy prosciutto close up in the skillet.

Sweet corn and leek pasta with crispy prosciutto in a skillet.

Sweet Corn and Leek Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto

If you are looking for an easy summer pasta recipe that feels both comforting and fresh, this Sweet Corn and Leek Pasta with Crispy Prosciutto is it. This recipe is inspired by a dish I had on vacation this summer that I had to recreate. Sweet summer corn, buttery sautéed leeks, crispy prosciutto, parmesan, and pasta come together in the most perfect simple summer pasta and gets topped off with crispy fried leeks that bring it to the next level. It’s a dinner that is special enough to entertain with, but simple enough to make any night of the week.

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PostedJuly 23, 2026
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner
Tagspasta, corn pasta, summer pasta, dinner
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Cajun grilled shrimp served over crispy rice with fresh vegetables and creamy dressing in a summer salad bowl.

Cajun grilled shrimp served over crispy rice with fresh vegetables and creamy dressing in a summer salad bowl.

Cajun Grilled Shrimp and Crispy Rice Salad

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

If you are looking for the ultimate summer dinner, this Cajun Grilled Shrimp and Crispy Rice Salad is it. I partnered with my friends at Tony Chachere’s to create this summer recipe featuring their Seafood Marinade and Jambalaya Dinner Rice Mix that makes this recipe easy and full of flavor. Delicious grilled shrimp, crispy golden jambalaya rice, fresh veggies, and a creamy flavorful dressing all come together for the kind of salad that is anything but boring.

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PostedJune 4, 2026
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner, Grilled
Tagsgrilled, shrimp, shrimp salad, salad, dinner
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Seasoned ground beef and shredded cheese baked on corn chips with plenty of fresh toppings.

Sheet pan walking tacos ready to be served.

Sheet Pan Walking Tacos

This post is sponsored by Tony Chachere’s, but all opinions are 100% my own.

If you love the flavor of tacos but want to simplify things, these Sheet Pan Walking Tacos are about to become a regular on your weeknight menu or for the next big game day. It’s a one pan, minimal clean up, everyone gets to build their own kind of meal, making this a stress-free dinner the whole family can agree on. I partnered with Tony Chachere’s to create this delicious and easy recipe using their Chili Seasoning Mix which is perfect for seasoning up the ground beef perfectly.

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PostedJanuary 20, 2026
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner, Gameday Food
Tagsgame day, nachos, tacos, sheet pan meals, dinner
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Chicken Fajita Bowls

Chicken Fajita Bowls

Grilled Chicken Fajita Bowls

Chicken fajitas will forever be one of my favorite dishes to get at any Mexican restaurant, but when the craving hits during the week, these easy Grilled Chicken Fajita Bowls are my go-to easy weeknight dinner. Tasty grilled chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, cilantro lime rice, and your favorite toppings create a nourishing and delicious bowl that your whole family can enjoy. Grilled Chicken Fajita Bowls can be ready in under 30 minutes and are the perfect weeknight meal to satisfy any cravings.

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PostedMay 2, 2025
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner, Grilled
Tagschicken fajita bowls, dinner, weeknight meals, chicken recipe, 30 minute meals
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Healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes

Healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes

Healthier Turkey Sloppy Joes

Move over Manwich, there is a new and improved sloppy joe in town! I took a classic easy weeknight dinner and made it healthier and more nutrient packed! My healthier turkey sloppy joes are made in under twenty minutes and are packed with veggies and a homemade sauce that will have you and your whole family falling in love with easy dinner recipe.

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PostedMarch 12, 2025
AuthorLeigh Ann Chatagnier
CategoriesDinner
Tagsdinner, easy dinners, turkey sloppy joes, sloppy joes
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