Category: Main Dishes

Muffuletta Grilled Cheese Sandwich

I love olive salad. I could probably eat muffuletta sandwiches any day, every day. It takes a bit of work, but I prefer my homemade olive salad. But, if time is of the essence, I take no shame in using a great, quality store-bought olive salad like the one from Boscoli. Putting olive salad on a grilled cheese sandwich seemed like not only a good idea, but a great idea. Muffuletta grilled cheese sandwich? Yes!

Muffuletta Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Get That Runny Cheese Action

You can use sliced provolone, but for really big extra flavor, use our smoked provolone cheese sauce instead. It makes for an amazing, oeey-gooey muffuletta grilled cheese sandwich.

So, the question is… do you flatten your grilled cheese? Many say it’s not a grilled cheese unless you press down on it and make it super thin. I like mine thick. Sorry 🙂

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Cuisinart Panini Press, Stainless Steel Griddler, Sandwich Maker & More, 5-IN-1, GR-4NP1

The Griddler is a champ at making grilled cheese sandwiches, like my spicy grilled cheese,  grilled caramel apply cheese, grilled spinach and artichoke cheese, and pepperoni pizza grilled cheese.

Muffuletta Grilled Cheese Sandwich
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Muffuletta Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Putting olive salad on a grilled cheese sandwich seemed like not only a good idea, but a great idea. Muffuletta grilled cheese sandwich? Yes!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled cheese, olives, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 1
Calories 381kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter softened, halved
  • 2 slices Texas toast
  • Provolone cheese
  • Olive salad store bought, or make your own

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add half of the butter and swirl around to coat the bottom of the pan.
  • Spread remaining butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  • Top one slice of bread with a slice of cheese then add a few tablespoons of olive salad.
  • Add another slice of cheese and the remaining slice of bread.
  • Transfer to the pan and cook on one side until golden brown.
  • Flip carefully and cook until other side is golden brown and the cheese has melted.
  • Let rest a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Also great on French bread.

Nutrition

Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 421mg | Potassium: 3mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 350IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 12mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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OXO Good Grips Electric Grill and Panini Press Brush, Black

Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

This spiral ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy turned out to be one of the easiest heat-and-eat dishes I’ve ever made. I grabbed a pre-cooked ham on sale at the market, removed it from the bag and put it into the lit cooker. That’s it. I didn’t marinate it, glaze it, talk to it, rub it… nothing. The end result was unbelievably tasty. Still moist and tender, with just a bit of (really yummy) char on the edges. I would (and will) make this again and again. It’s perfect for a crowd and of course, doesn’t take up any room in the oven, making it perfect for a family get-together.

Also try my southern honey glazed ham!

Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy

You Couldn’t Get Any Easier

Since this was my first time ‘cooking’ a ham on my Big Easy, I did stick my Maverick thermometer into the end (not touching the bone) to make sure the ham got to 145 F. The ham rose another 10 degrees after removing it from the fryer and resting. The ham needed 10 minutes per pound to reach the proper temperature.

Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy

No Glaze Required

I did contemplate glazing the ham the last 10 minutes, but I decided against it. My Big Easy was running around 385-390 F, and the ham was already getting a nice char on it. A glaze (particularly one with brown sugar in it) would definitely turn the ham even blacker, so I skipped it. Turns out I didn’t need it at all. From sandwiches, to omlettes, to quesadillas, this ham was great! You can also cook pressed hams just as easily on the Big Easy.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver
Char-Broil The Big Easy Better Basket , Silver

If you want to kick up your ham with a coffee-infused gravy, check out my red- and black-eyed gravies. My pepper onion beer sauce makes for a great topping for ham!

Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

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Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Spiral Ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy

This spiral ham on the Char-Broil Big Easy turned out to be one of the easiest heat-and-eat dishes I’ve ever made. I grabbed a pre-cooked ham on sale at the market, removed it from the bag and put it into the lit cooker. That’s it.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, ham
Cook Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings 1 ham
Calories 19440kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 ham pre-cooked spiral, mine weighed 9 pounds

Instructions

  • Fire up your Char-Broil Big Easy.
  • Place the ham into your cook basket, sliced end down.
  • Cook until the internal temperature reaches 145 F, about 10 minutes per pound.
  • Glaze the last 10 minutes if desired, but keep an eye on it. The glaze will char quickly. You just want to set it up a bit.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Fantastic on sandwiches.

Nutrition

Calories: 19440kcal | Protein: 1726g | Fat: 1342g | Saturated Fat: 478g | Cholesterol: 4960mg | Sodium: 94960mg | Potassium: 22880mg | Calcium: 560mg | Iron: 70mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Chicken and Gravy Sandwiches

If you follow this blog you’ll know that my favorite thing to make and eat is a messy sandwich. Or po boy. The messier, the better. The kind of sandwiches that you can’t put down once you pick them up. The kind where the sauces run down the front of your arms. Like these chicken and gravy sandwiches. Tender grilled thin chicken breasts. Seems normal enough. Then you top them with a gravy. Chances are you can make the gravy with items you already have in your pantry. This isn’t complicated, but it’s good.

Chicken and Gravy Sandwiches

Messy Means Good

I served these chicken and gravy sandwiches with additional gravy on the side, like a French dip…. more like a French drip though! They are incredibly messy sandwiches. I believe messier foods taste better. This here is proof of that.

Also try my grilled chicken po boy!

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This recipe was inspired by a recipe from Rachael Ray.

Chicken and Gravy Sandwiches
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Chicken and Gravy Sandwiches

If you follow this blog you’ll know that my favorite thing to make and eat is a messy sandwich or po boy. The messier, the better. Like this one.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, gravy, sandwich
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 858kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Rachael Ray

Equipment

Ingredients

For the chicken

For the gravy

For the sandwich

  • 1 loaf French bread warmed

Instructions

For the chicken

  • Whisk together the lemon juice and zest, honey, parsley, garlic, and oil. Pour into a large resealable baggie.
  • Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add to the bag. Seal and toss to coat.
  • Place in a large bowl or on a sheet pan in the fridge for 15 minutes.
  • If you are grilling the sandwiches, heat your grill or otherwise heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Working in batches if needed, shake off excess marinade and cook or grill the chicken 5-6 minutes per side, then flip until done. Remove to a plate and let rest while you make the gravy.

For the gravy

  • Melt butter in a sauce pot over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Slowly whisk in the chicken stock. Bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Cook until thickened, 5-7 minutes, stirring often.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the mustard.

For the sandwich

  • Slice bread lengthwise.
  • Using tongs, grab the chicken and then dip it into the gravy. Place onto bread.
  • Serve with additional gravy on the side for dipping.

Notes

Have plenty of napkins on hand!

Nutrition

Calories: 858kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 64g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 171mg | Sodium: 991mg | Potassium: 1127mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 338IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 68mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Fire-Eater Chicken Enchilada Soup

Yowsa. Or, rather, olé! This fire-eater chicken enchilada soup is some mighty good (and kickin’) soup. As unbelievable as it was, it was even better the second day. This started out as a copycat of Chili’s enchilada soup, but it quickly took several turns towards even greater… greatness. The flavor is fantastic, definitely southwestern. We absolutely loved the texture and flavor the ground tortilla chips (versus using masa harina) gave to the soup.

Fire-Eater Chicken Enchilada Soup

No Boring Soup Here

For the chicken, I used leftover fire-eater roasted chicken. It has tremendous flavor, and is moist to boot. It also added some more kick to this fire-eater chicken enchilada soup, and kick is good. You can use any cooked chicken you have on hand, but you might want to add some more cayenne (or hot sauce). You want this dish to have plenty of spicy goodness.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this soup and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

This soup is a based on a copycat of Chili’s enchilada soup.

Fire-Eater Chicken Enchilada Soup
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Fire-Eater Chicken Enchilada Soup

Yowsa. Or, rather, olé! This fire-eater chicken enchilada soup is some mighty good (and kickin’) soup.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword soup, southwestern, spicy
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 356kcal
Author Based on a copycat of Chili’s Enchilada Soup

Equipment

Ingredients

For the soup

For the garnish

  • Tortilla strips
  • Shredded extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • Pico de gallo or chunky tomato salsa

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven.
  • Add onion and cook until starting to soften.
  • Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  • Add the chicken broth.
  • Mix ground tortilla chips with the water and add to the pot.
  • Add enchilada sauce, cheese, chili powder, cumin, cayenne and hot sauce.
  • Bring to a boil while stirring constantly (or the soup will scorch).
  • Reduce the heat to a simmer.
  • Add chicken and beans.
  • Simmer 30-40 minutes until thickened.
  • Serve with desired garnish.

Notes

Garnish with tortilla strips, sour cream, diced jalapeno… cheese.. anything!

Nutrition

Calories: 356kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 805mg | Potassium: 322mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 633IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 351mg | Iron: 2mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Lodge ASAHH41 Silicone Assist Handle Holder, Red

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

I’ve had Buffalo wings on the brain lately. After making some boneless Buffalo ‘wings’ the other day, it occurred to me that the same technique would work great on chicken breasts, resulting in some fantastic Buffalo chicken sandwiches. And as a bonus, they aren’t that messy. Well, a bit maybe.

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

A Little Heat… But It’s Just Right

These little delights came out moist and tender, with a lightly breaded exterior, just enough heat from the wing sauce, and a little cool-down thanks to some blue cheese salad dressing. They were perfect! Buffalo chicken sandwiches remind me a bit of Nashville hot chicken. But, unlike Nashville hot chicken, they are served up on a bun. Perfect for convenient single-handed devouring!

Frank's RedHot Hot Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce, 12 fl oz
Frank’s RedHot Hot Buffalo Wings Hot Sauce, 12 fl oz

I love anything Buffalo wing-flavored. Even tacos.

Also try my Cajun fried chicken sandwiches.

Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches
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Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

These little delights came out moist and tender, with a lightly breaded exterior, just enough heat from the wing sauce, and a little cool-down thanks to some blue cheese salad dressing. They were perfect! 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Buffalo, chicken sandwiches
Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 421kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

For the chicken

For the sandwiches

Instructions

  • Note: We like our chicken breasts thin, so I butterfly them and then cut them in half. If you don’t want your chicken thin, feel free to use entire breasts instead. You may have to pound them out so they have a consistent thickness. They may also take longer to cook than the time stated below.

For the chicken

  • Combine the flour, salt, pepper, cayenne, garlic powder and paprika in a pie plate or shallow bowl.
  • Whisk together the egg and milk in another pie plate or shallow bowl.
  • Working in batches, dip the chicken into the egg mixture, coating well.
  • Shake off excess egg mixture and then roll the chicken in the flour mixture, coating well.
  • Shake off excess flour mixture and return the chicken to the egg mixture, coating well.
  • Shake off excess egg mixture and return the chicken to the flour mixture, coating well.
  • Shake off excess flour mixture and place chicken on a plate and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or Dutch oven to 375 F.
  • Working in batches, fry chicken until golden brown and the chicken is done, 5-6 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.

For the sandwiches

  • Meanwhile, melt the butter in a small saucepan. Whisk in the wing sauce.
  • Dip chicken into wing sauce, coating both sides. Shake off excess.
  • Place chicken on buns. Top with lettuce and blue cheese dressing.

Notes

You can substitute Ranch dressing for the blue cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 421kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 2017mg | Potassium: 625mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 506IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 166mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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T-fal Ultimate EZ Clean Stainless Steel Deep Fryer with Basket 3.5 Liter Oil and 2.6 Pound Food Capacity 1700 Watts Oil Filtration, Temp Control, Digital Timer, Dishwasher Safe Parts Stainless Steel

Maximus Minimus Food Truck Pulled Pork

Maximus Minimus is a food truck based out of Seattle, Washington. I’ve never been to the truck. I caught it on an episode of Eat Street a while back. Sadly, that show is no longer available on the Cooking Channel. I just had to make their pulled pork. It is a different take on the slow smoked pulled pork than I am used to. Instead, the pork is first seared on a grill and then roasted in the oven until done and fall-apart tender. The result is a fantastic crusted meat festival that is perfect on everything from BBQ sandwiches…

Maximus Minimus Pork Sandwiches

to Cuban sandwiches.

Maximus Minimus Pork Cuban Sandwiches

Never Pass Up A Food Truck

If you live somewhere where there are food trucks, I encourage you to venture out and give them a visit if you haven’t already. Here in Indy we have a number of great trucks, offering everything from Cajun to Caribbean to donuts and cupcakes.

I like to use my good ole trusty Dutch oven to make this pulled pork and pretty much darned near anything like it on my stovetop. It’s nice and big and sturdy. That extra weight helps it maintain and distribute heat perfectly. As an added bonus, it’s actually pretty easy to clean up too!

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Amazon Basics Enameled Cast Iron Covered Round Dutch Oven, 6-Quart, Blue

Also try my southwestern pulled pork with pineapple.

Maximus Minimus Pork Sandwiches
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Maximus Minimus Food Truck Pulled Pork

This is a different take on the slow smoked pulled pork than I am used to. Instead, the pork is first seared on a grill and then roasted in the oven until done and fall-apart tender.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword pulled pork
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 16 hours
Servings 8
Calories 338kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Combine the seasonings and rub into the pork shoulder.
  • Place in a resealable container or wrap in foil and refrigerate overnight.
  • Fire up your grill for high-heat cooking and preheat your oven to 325 F. (Alternatively, you can use a crockpot set to ‘high’).
  • Place shoulder onto the grill and sear on each side until browned, 10-15 minutes per side.
  • Transfer pork to a Dutch oven or the crockpot and cook 3-4 hours until falling apart tender. You will not have to add any liquid.
  • Let the meat rest 15-30 minutes then shred.

Notes

If your Dutch oven lid doesn’t seal completely, cover the top with a piece of foil and then add the lid.

Nutrition

Calories: 338kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 81mg | Sodium: 3832mg | Potassium: 794mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 4677IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fire-Eater Roasted Split Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

After enjoying (ok, devouring) a batch of fire-eater chicken wings the other day, I just had to find another use for Steven Raichlen’s fantastic fire-eater rub. The rub has a tremendous kick and flavor thanks to celery seed and a few other things. So, I decided I’d fire up my Char-Broil Big Easy and roast some split chicken breasts. Chicken and turkey are the reason I bought my Big Easy – it’s beyond easy, and always produces tender, juicy, flavorful meats.

Fire-Eater Roasted Split Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy

The Process

I removed the skin from two family packs of bone-in split chicken breasts, gave them a little rub down, and two hours later put them into the Big Easy (I used a Bunk Bed Basket, which essentially doubles how many chicken breasts I can cook at once). Total weight was around 10 pounds, so at 10 minutes/pound, the chicken was all done in about 2 hours. And boy did it smell and look fantastic.

The Win

You can serve these as-is and wow everyone. Or remove the meat and use it anywhere you need some kickin’ chicken. I shredded some for tortilla soup, and cubed some more for an outstanding Fire-Eater Mac-and-Cheese.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Fire-Eater Roasted Split Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Fire-Eater Roasted Split Chicken Breasts on the Char-Broil Big Easy

You can serve these as-is and wow everyone. Or remove the meat and use it anywhere you need some kickin’ chicken. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Char-Broil, chicken, spicy
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 4 hours
Servings 8
Calories 258kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Sprinkle rub mixture over chicken. Place in a resealable container and shake to coat.
  • Refrigerate for up to 2 hours.
  • Fire up your Char-Broil Big Easy.
  • Spray the basket with non-stick spray.
  • Place 4 chicken breasts in the bottom of the basket (I stood mine up on end to fit without over-crowding them).
  • Add the bunk bed basket (spray it with non-stick spray first) and add the remaining chicken breasts.
  • Cook until done, about 10 minutes/pound. Check for doneness in multiple places to be safe.
  • Let rest 10 minutes before serving/slicing.

Notes

You can substitute your favorite cuts of chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 836mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Hobo Hash

I love a great hobo hash for dinner. You can pretty much just grab whatever’s in your fridge and pantry at the time. Then toss it into a skillet. Eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes, cheese. Anything and everything. There aren’t really any rules about what you can put in a hash. Just as long as it’s all good. I grab whatever suits my fancy at the moment. Sometimes I want it spicy so I might grab peppers or hot cheese or even hot sauce. And sometime I don’t.

Hobo Hash

Diner Memories On A Plate

I recall breakfasts like this hobo hash from when I was a kid, at a diner in the town where my grandfather lived. The cook there would throw everything onto a flat top and in just seconds you had a hot breakfast on your plate. It was cheap and it was good, but I think I probably skipped the mushrooms as a kid.

I highly recommend that you shred or grate your own cheese at home. Don’t buy the pre-shredded or pre-grated stuff. It has stuff added to it to keep it from sticking together. That ‘stuff’ affects how the cheese melts. Shred it yourself and use the good stuff.

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Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, Kitchen Mandoline Vegetable Slicer with 3 Interchangeable Blades, Easy to Clean Rotary Grater Slicer for Fruit, Vegetables, Nuts

Also try my Kentucky farmhouse scramble.

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Hobo Hash

I love a great hobo hash for dinner. You can pretty much just grab whatever’s in your fridge and pantry at the time and toss it into a skillet. Eggs, sausage, bacon, potatoes, cheese. Anything and everything.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Keyword hash
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 774kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Crack the eggs into a large bowl and scramble with a fork.
  • Pour into the skillet, season with salt, and cook until done, scrambling them as they cook. Remove.
  • Crumble sausage into skillet and cook until done.
  • Remove to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Add onions and mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are tender.
  • Remove to a bowl.
  • Add the oil and potatoes to the skillet.
  • Season with salt. Do not stir. Let them cook until well browned on one side.
  • Flip the potatoes and cook a few more minutes until just starting to brown.
  • Add the eggs, sausage, onions and mushrooms.
  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • Sprinkle with cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and cook until cheese melts.
  • Serve.

Notes

Add a little minced jalapeno for a nice kick.

Nutrition

Calories: 774kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 60g | Saturated Fat: 30g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 357mg | Sodium: 1002mg | Potassium: 936mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 732IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 274mg | Iron: 4mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Grilled Chicken Fajita Sandwiches

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts were on sale the other day so I backed up the truck and bought a few family packs. I decided to make some grilled chicken fajita sandwiches. I often make chicken sandwiches, but I like to butterfly the breasts first so they aren’t so thick. You get more flavor that way, you get more out of your chicken, and the texture is better I think. I don’t like biting through a 1″ thick piece of chicken breast. But that’s just me!

Grilled Chicken Fajita Sandwich

The Sauce Takes It Over The Top

For these grilled chicken fajita sandwiches I first marinated the chicken for 2 hours then tossed it into the grill. Meanwhile, I made a simple (but fantastic) roasted poblano cream sauce for topping the sandwiches. The sauce itself is amazing (and perfect as a dip, or in baked potatoes) and it compliments the smoky grilled chicken flavor perfectly.

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Also try my roasted chicken sandwich with roasted green pepper mayonnaise.

Grilled Chicken Fajita Sandwich
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Grilled Chicken Fajita Sandwiches

Boneless, skinless chicken breasts were on sale the other day so I backed up the truck and bought a few family packs. I decided to make some grilled chicken fajita sandwiches. 
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken, grilled, sandwich, southwestern
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 394kcal
Author Mike

Ingredients

For the marinade

For the sandwiches

Instructions

  • Combine all of the marinade ingredients and pour into a resealable baggie or container.
  • Add the chicken, seal, and shake gently to coat.
  • Place in fridge for up to 2 hours, turning often.
  • Fire up the grill for direct and indirect cooking.
  • Shake off any excess chicken marinade and place over direct heat on the drill.
  • Grill for 3-4 minutes then turn 90 degrees and cook another 3-4 minutes.
  • Flip and cook 3-4 minutes then remove to indirect heat and cook until the chicken is done.
  • Toast buns as desired.
  • Assemble sandwiches by topping buns with chicken and a good amount of the cream sauce.

Notes

The marinated, grilled chicken is also great sliced and served on a bed of greens for a delicious chicken salad.

Nutrition

Calories: 394kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Protein: 53g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 1292mg | Potassium: 937mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 197IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 98mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush
Weber 6493 21-Inch 3-Sided Grill Brush

Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad Sandwich

We’re big fans of chicken salad sandwiches. And whenever chicken goes on sale I’ll load up and either roast the chicken on my Big Easy or toss it on my Weber Smoky Mountain smoker. We make a traditional chicken salad sandwich and sometimes, a Creole chicken salad sandwich. I recently ran across this creamy smoked chicken salad sandwich recipe.

Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad Sandwich

A Nice Twist On The Classic

This salad is a variation on the traditional approach, adding a bit of mustard and chopped pickles. The mustard and pickles really make a big difference in the salad. A little crunch from the veggies and pickle, and a little zing from the mustard. Perfect!

I used smoked chicken breasts in our creamy smoked chicken salad sandwiches, but smoked thighs are also fantastic!

I almost always use Blue Plate mayonnaise in the dishes I make. I think it is the best around. If you can’t find it locally you can pick it up online for a fair price.

Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)
Blue Plate Real Mayonnaise, Homestyle Mayo For Chicken Salad to Deviled Eggs, 30 Fl Oz (Pack of 1)

Also try my chicken salad crescents. Prefer crab instead? Make some creamy crab salad sandwiches instead!

This recipe is based on a recipe from Extra Ordinary BBQ.

Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad Sandwich
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Creamy Smoked Chicken Salad Sandwich

This is a variation on the traditional approach, adding a bit of mustard and chopped pickles. A little crunch from the veggies and pickle, and a little zing from the mustard. Perfect!
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword chicken salad, sandwich, smoked
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 488kcal
Author From Extra Ordinary BBQ

Equipment

Ingredients

For the chicken salad

For the sandwiches

  • 6 buns or 12 slices bread
  • chicken salad from above
  • 12 leaves lettuce optional
  • 12 slices tomato optional

Instructions

For the chicken salad

  • Combine all ingredients. Refrigerate until ready to use.

For the sandwiches

  • Warm the bread if desired.
  • Top with salad and lettuce and tomato if desired.

Notes

Also great served on warmed croissants.

Nutrition

Calories: 488kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 33g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 29mg | Sodium: 864mg | Potassium: 252mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 660IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 39mg | Iron: 11mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)
Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)