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High-Protein | Easy | Meal-Prep FriendlyWhat You’ll Need• Crockpot / slow cooker• Cooking sprayIngredients• 3–5 boneless, skinless chicken breasts• 10 oz hot pico de gallo• 8 oz diced onion (about 1 medium onion)• 3 Tbsp minced garlic• 1 packet Siete Carnitas Seasoning• 1 Tbsp cumin • 1 Tbsp paprika • 1 Tbsp chili powder • 1 cup bone broth • 1 Tbsp Knorr tomato bouillon (with chicken flavor)• 1 packet Sazón GoyaInstructions 1. Prep the crockpot • Lightly spray the inside of your crockpot with cooking spray.2. Build the flavor base Add the following directly to the crockpot: + Hot pico + Diced onions + Minced garlic Stir to combine, then mix in: + Cumin + Paprika + Chili powder + Carnitas seasoning3. Add the chicken Place the chicken breasts on top of the mixture. Spoon some of the seasoned pico/onion mixture over the chicken to lightly coat. 4. Pour the broth (important step) In a separate cup, mix: + 1 cup bone broth + 1 Tbsp Knorr tomato bouillon Slowly pour this around the sides of the chicken, not directly on top—this keeps the seasoning intact. 5. Final seasoning Sprinkle the entire packet of Sazón Goya evenly over everything.6. Cook + Low: 6 hours + or High: 3–4 hours7. Shred & serve Shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using two forks. Stir to soak up all those juices.How to Serve+ Straight from the bowl (true carnivore vibes)+ Over eggs+ Stuffed into cottage cheese tortillas (recipe below 👇) + Crispy carnitas style: broil shredded chicken for 5–7 minutesHigh-Protein Cottage Cheese Tortillas (Gluten-free, zero-carb)Ingredients+ 1 cup cottage cheese (full-fat works best)+ 1 egg+ ¼–½ cup shredded mozzarella (optional but helps texture)+ Pinch of pink salt (optional)Instructions1. Blend + Add cottage cheese and egg to a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth.2. Optional upgrade + Stir in shredded mozzarella for extra flexibility and strength. 2. Cook + Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-low heat + Lightly grease + Pour batter into thin circles (like crepes) 4. Flip + Cook 2–3 minutes per side until set and lightly golden. 5. Use immediately + Fill with your shredded chicken carnitas and toppings. Enjoy!

Equipment• 1 9×12 baking dishIngredients• 35 oz Mash Potato, homemade or precooked (I used mix of Bettergoods Belgian Style Mashed + Bettergoods Beligan Style Cheesy Potatoes Au gratin)• 15.25 oz can Southwest Corn, drained (optional)• 1-2 cups Shredded Cheese (Bettergoods sharp cheddar, farmhouse blend)• 24 oz bag Lightly Breaded Boneless Chicken Bites (Bettergoods)• 1 pack, Peppered Gravy Mix (Pioneer, cooked to instructions)• 1-2 cups Shaved Parmesan Cheese (optional)Instructions• Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a 9×12 baking dish.• Spread the mashed potatoes evenly across the bottom of the dish.• Spoon the drained vegetables evenly over the mashed potatoes. • Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the corn. • Top with lightly breaded chicken bites, spreading them evenly across the dish.• Pour peppered gravy evenly over the top.• Sprinkle 1 cup of shaved parmesan on top (optional)• Place in the oven and bake uncovered until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Bale for 25-30 minutes if you want a softer texture, and upwards to of 45 minutes if you want crispier chicken bites.• Let rest for 5 minutes, then serve warm and enjoy your cozy, one-pan zesty KFC-inspired dinner!

Healthy Dinners, Made Easy. Organic, Keto, Quick Dinner for whole family!DIRECTIONS Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes. Meanwhile, heat a skillet over medium-high heat.Cook and stir ground beef or venison in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in marina sauce, garlic and Northwoods seasoning Drain spaghetti pasta and place in a bowl. Add cream cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic salt. Stir until cream cheese is melted and spaghetti pasta is thoroughly coated. Spread a small amount of meat sauce in the bottom of the prepared baking pan; put spaghetti pasta mix on top and then top with remaining meat sauce. Sprinkle shredded Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheeses on top.Finishing with shaved Parmesan on very top. (You can use more or less cheese depending on personal preference). Bake in the preheated oven uncovered until bubbly and golden on top, about 40 minutes.

Hot Honey Kickin' Chicken & Potatoes RecipeEquipment:• 2 Slow Cookers• Cast Iron Pan/Casserole Dish• Avocado oil spray• Meat ChopperCROCKPOT 1: HOT HONEY KICKIN’ CHICKENIngredients:• 3.5 lbs chicken breast (Perdue Harvestland free-range) ≈ 5 large breasts• 1 can (6 oz) organic tomato paste (Great Value Organic)• Hot Honey Chipotle Sauce (PACE)• 5 tbsp soy sauce• 6 tbsp minced garlic• 1 tbsp rice vinegar• 4 oz diced onions OR 1 small yellow onion, finely diced• 4 tbsp of chive & onion cream cheeseInstructions:1. Prep the Slow Cooker: Spray your crockpot with avocado oil spray to prevent sticking.2. Add the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a single layer in the bottom of the slow cooker. 3. Make the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together: Tomato paste, Half of the Hot Honey Chipotle sauce, Soy sauce, Minced garlic, and Rice vinegar. Pour this mixture evenly over the chicken. 4. Add Onions: Sprinkle the 4 oz OR (1 small) diced yellow onion over the top.5. Slow Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 5.5 hours. 6. Shred + Add Remaining Sauce: After 5.5 hours, shred the chicken directly in the crockpot using a meat chopper. Stir well to let it soak into the juices. Add the remaining Hot Honey Chipotle sauce and stir again. 7. Make It Creamy: Add 4 tablespoons chive & onion cream cheese. Stir until everything melts and combines into a creamy, smoky sauce. 8. Final Simmer: Cover and cook for the remaining 30 minutes to let everything marry together. 9. Serve Scoop generously over my Cowboy Carnitas Potatoes to enjoy the smoky, kickin’ goodness and brace yourself for compliments!CROCKPOT 2: COWBOY CARNITAS POTATOES Ingredients: • Avocado oil spray (for the crockpot) • 1 (20 oz) bag Bettergoods Yukon Gold Potatoes with Peppers & Onions • 1 (10 oz) bag Great Value Seasoning Blend (frozen onions, celery, peppers, parsley) • 1 stick (8 tbsp) Challenge salted butter • 1 packet Bettergoods Carnitas Seasoning Blend (1.3 oz) Instructions:1. Prep the second slow cooker: Lightly spray your slow cooker with avocado oil spray to prevent sticking. 2. Load it up: Add the entire 20 oz bag of Yukon Gold potatoes with peppers & onions. Add the 10 oz bag of seasoning blend right on top. 3. Add the richness: Place the full stick of Challenge butter on top of the vegetables (you can leave it whole or cut it into chunks). 4. Season it up: Sprinkle the entire packet of Bettergoods Carnitas Seasoning evenly over the mixture. 5. Cook low & slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours. Stir once it’s done so everything gets coated in that buttery carnitas goodness.THE FINAL BAKEInstructions:1. Heat the Oven Preheat to 400°F. 2. Crisp the Potatoes: Transfer cooked potatoes to a greased cast iron skillet (or casserole dish). Place the skillet in the oven immediately while preheating — this helps crisp the edges. Once preheated, bake an additional 10 minutes (optional but chef’s kiss). 3. Add the Chicken: Spoon shredded Hot Honey Kickin’ Chicken over the Cowboy Carnitas Potatoes. 4. Optional: Add Cheese Sprinkle generously with triple cheddar (or your cheese of choice). 5. Bake uncovered for 20 minutes until golden, bubbling, and irresistible. Serve & Enjoy: Scoop out a big cowboy-sized portion and watch your family fall silent for a solid minute while they inhale it. This dish is sweet, smoky, creamy, cheesy, buttery, crunchy perfection!

Cowboy Carnitas Potatoes (Slow Cooker)A buttery, savory, Tex-Mex-leaning potato dish that basically cooks itself. Perfect as a side… or honestly the whole dang meal. Ingredients• Avocado oil spray (for the crockpot)• 1 (20 oz) bag Bettergoods Yukon Gold Potatoes with Peppers & Onions• 1 (10 oz) bag Great Value Seasoning Blend (frozen onions, celery, peppers, parsley)• 1 stick (8 tbsp) Challenge salted butter• 1 packet Bettergoods Carnitas Seasoning Blend (1.3 oz)Instructions1. Prep the crockpot: Lightly spray your slow cooker with avocado oil spray to prevent sticking.2. Load it up: Add the entire 20 oz bag of Yukon Gold potatoes with peppers & onions. Add the 10 oz bag of seasoning blend right on top.3. Add the richness: Place the full stick of Challenge butter on top of the vegetables (you can leave it whole or cut it into chunks).4. Season it up: Sprinkle the entire packet of Bettergoods Carnitas Seasoning evenly over the mixture.5. Cook low & slow: Cover and cook on LOW for 4–6 hours. Stir once it’s done so everything gets coated in that buttery carnitas goodness.6. Serve: Dish it out as a hearty side or serve it under shredded chicken, pulled pork, or my favorite: Hot Honey Kickin’ Chicken for the full cowboy experience.Recipe Notes• Want it crispier? Broil a portion on a sheet pan for 5 minutes after slow cooking.• Want more kick? Add chipotle powder or jalapeños during the last hour.• Awesome for meal prep—reheats beautifully.

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