Chicken Enchiladas

Last week, I made chicken enchiladas. I bought a rotisserie chicken from costco and shredded the chicken. I bought enchilada sauce, tortillas, cheese, canned tomatoes and beans from Trader Joe's. I forgot to take pictures until after we ate, so I apologize for the pictures of almost empty dishes.

I started the meal by making rice. I used 2 cups on long grain rice, toasted it, and then added canned tomatoes,  chicken broth, garlic, salt, pepper, and chili powder. I let it come to a boil, then covered it. It simmered for 20 minutes.

Then, I started on the beans. I heated a pan, sauteed garlic and jalapeno peppers in olive oil. Then, I drained two cans of beans and added them to the pan. Finally, I added two cans of chicken broth. It all reduced down and made super creamy beans!

Finally, I covered the pan and tortillas with enchilada sauce, and rolled them with the shredded chicken. Then, I topped the dish filled with enchiladas with cheese and olives. They went in the oven, and almost immediately into my belly.

Can you tell I was hungry when I made this meal?

Tortilla Soup

So Lindsay, Scott and I went to Solvang this past weekend. We got a rotisserie chicken, and I shredded the chicken to make two things. One was chicken enchiladas (which will be in future post), and the other was chicken salad. With the leftover bones, I made chicken stock. Then, I used that stock to make chicken tortilla soup! YUM!

For the soup, I sauteed celery, onions, and carrots. Then, I added the chicken broth. After, I added chicken, onion powder, garlic powder, chili powder, salt, and pepper. The result was a hearty and healthy soup! Perfect for a chilly day.

Everything Chicken!

Last week, I was able to make my everything chicken. This is one of my favorite dishes. I love it because it's so easy and versatile. I've made it on the grill and in the oven, and it tastes great both ways! I start with chicken wings (but any part of the chicken will work). Then, I season it with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Then, I drizzle the pieces with olive oil so they can crisp up when they cook!

For some variety, I tried my seasoning on pork chops. Then, I put those on the grill too. For a starch, we got the trader joe's garlic and herb pizza dough . We threw that on the grill to create bread! YUM!

Chicken Before

Pork Before 

Chicken after

Pizza Dough Bread 

FOOTBALL SEASON! (GO CHARGERS!)

 In honor of the start of football season, I'd like to take a walk down memory lane. I found some pictures of the food we've made for football related events. My favorites have been deviled eggs with bacon, Adrienne's ADDICTIVE spinach dip, wings, five layer dip,  and other small bites. I can't wait for more football, and more delicious food this season! 

GO CHARGERS!!!

 Tailgate Spread

 Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers and Veggie Skewers 

 Buffalo Wings

Finger Food Spread

Special thanks to Bree's facebook for the pics!

Comfort chicken results

So the aesthetics of this dish isn't amazing, but the flavor makes up for it! Lindsay and I let the french oven bake at 300 for about 45 minutes. Then, we pulled it out and opened it up to check to see if all the food was done.  The result ended up being almost a stew-like dish. The juices from the veggies, chicken and potatoes all melded together and created a super-exciting meal! YUM!!!



The picture was taken after we dished out most of it, so most of the potatoes and veggies are gone. Can't wait to use the oven again!!! 

Lindsay and Melissa's Comfort Chicken

       So my brother, Roni, came home from his camping trip with a bunch of extra chicken thighs. We decided to brine them last night. When I got home from Jury Duty today, Lindsay and I decided to make our own version of comfort chicken. We browned the chicken, and sauteed onions and portobello mushrooms with white wine. Then we added the browned chicken on top, and finally topped it with potatoes. Currently, it's in the oven baking. Final product pictures to come! 

 Mushroom and Onions

How it looked going into the oven 

Last Year at the Acuna House

Adrienne and I got pretty adventurous last year in making all kinds of yummy treats. Here's a sampling of stuff she and I made while living at the Acuna house, and some stuff I made last Thanksgiving for my family.

 "Adrienne" Style Burger

 Tempura Veggies (and some beer) 

 Basil Mashed Potatoes

 Green Bean Casserole

 Prime Rib Roast

 Rack of Lamb

 Stuffed Shells 

Christmas Dinner Spread