4 September, 2020

Lemon Pepper Chicken with Garlic Sauce and Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Posted in : American Dishes, Chicken/Poultry on September 4, 2020 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: baked chicken thighs, bone-in chicken thighs, butter, chicken thighs, garlic, garlic gravy, garlic sasuce, healthy, ivys kitchen, ivyskitchen, lawrys, lemon, lemon pepper chicken, lemon pepper garlic chicken, mccormicks, paprika, parmesan cheese, parsley, pepper, Poultry, roasted brussel sprouts, roasted veggies, smoked paprika, summer dish

Lemon pepper chicken with garlic sauce and roasted Brussel sprouts is a perfect dish for a nice summer evening. You get the brightness of flavors from the lemon, that smokiness from the paprika, and the delicious flavor of garlic sauce that is lightly drizzled on the juicy tender chicken thighs. Doesn’t that sound amazing? There
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29 August, 2019

Tofu Summer Rolls / Tofu Fresh Spring Rolls

Posted in : Appetizers, Salad, Thai Food, Vegan, Vegetarian, Vietnamese Food on August 29, 2019 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bibb lettuce, cabbage, carrot, cellophane noodles, cliantro, cucumber, firm tofu, fresh spring rolls, glass noodles, healthy, iceberg lettuce, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, lettuce, low calories, mint, mung bean noodles, red cabbage, red leaf lettuce, rice noodles, rice paper, rice paper wrapper, sesame oil, soy sauce, summer rolls, thai appetizer, thai food, thai summer rolls, tofu fresh spring rolls, tofu summer rolls, vegan, vegetarian, vietnamese appetizer, vietnamese food, vietnamese fresh spring rolls

There is this Thai restaurant near my work that I frequent and always order their tofu summer rolls. I love that this recipe is fresh and healthy. Pair this up with my peanut sauce that I posted in the previous video. If you’re looking for something “filling” yet “light, try this recipe out. Perfect for
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16 June, 2017

Chicken Meatballs

Posted in : Appetizers, Chicken/Poultry, Italian Dishes, Kid Friendly - Ivy's KIDchen on June 16, 2017 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: black pepper, bread crumbs, chicken, egg, fresh cracked black pepper, fresh herbs, garlic, ground chicken, ground pepper, healthy, italian food, italian parsley, italian recipe, Ivy's Kitchen, ivys kidchen, ivyskitchen, ketchup, kosher salt, marinara sauce, onion, parmesan, parmesan cheese, pecorino, pecorino romano, pepper, Poultry, salt

I was doing meal prep a few months ago and decided to film the chicken meatballs that was in my meal prep dish. I was originally going to make chicken lettuce wraps but I wanted something heartier since I came back from a run. Meatballs came into mind! This meatball recipe may not be the
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5 June, 2017

Spaghetti Squash

Posted in : American Dishes, Italian Dishes, One Pot Meals, Paleo, Pasta, Vegetarian on June 5, 2017 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: bake, figure friendly recipe, healthy, Ivy's Kitchen, ivyskitchen, low carb, non carb, olive oil, paleo, pasta substitute, pepper, roast, salt, spaghetti squash, squash, vegetarian

Summer is coming up so I decided to make a dish that is figure friendly. I decided to make a low-carb dish, spaghetti squash. I am so glad I made this dish. Although it may not be “real” pasta, it is a great substitute and you will feel so much lighter eating this dish vs.
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29 October, 2015

Avocado Pasta

Posted in : Pasta, Seafood, Vegetarian on October 29, 2015 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: angel hair pasta, avocado, avocado pesto, basil, feta, garlic, healthy, ivyskitchen, olive oil, parmesan, parmesan cheese, parmigiano, Pasta, pepper, prawns, quick meals, salt, seafood, seafood pasta, shrimp, simple ingredients, vegetarian

This inspired recipe was given to me by Tim Principe. It consist of only a few ingredients and is quick and easy to assemble. All you really need is about 15-20 minutes. This pasta is very creamy and fulfilling. It will make you crave for more. I wanted to add protein to this
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20 October, 2015

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Posted in : Appetizers, Chicken/Poultry, Chinese Cuisine, Salad, Stir Fry Dishes on October 20, 2015 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: chinese food, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, green onions, ground chicken, ground turkey, healthy, hoisin sauce, ivyskitchen, lettuce, lettuce wraps, mushrooms, oyster sauce, pepper, PF CHANGS, salt, seasame oil, sherry wine, shitake mushrooms, siracha, soy sauce, stir fry, sugar, Vegetable oil, water, water chestnuts

I posted this video during the summer season when I was asked to make something a little more friendly on our figures. I decided to recreate one of my favorite appetizers that I eat as my main entree whenever I am at this restaurant. Here is my version of PF Chang’s chicken lettuce wraps. Here
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20 October, 2015

Roasted Veggie Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette

Posted in : American Dishes, Salad, Uncategorized, Vegetarian on October 20, 2015 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: artichoke, artichokes, asparagus, avocado, balsamic vinaigrette, balsamic vinegar, california pizza kitchen, cayenne pepper, copy cat recipe, corn, CPK, cumin, dijon mustard, eggplant, garlic, healthy, ivyskitchen, olive oil, pepper, recipe, salad, salt, soy sauce, vegetarian, Vinaigrette

If you’re looking for a “light” and healthy dish, try this salad. I wanted to try roasting my veggies versus eating a raw salad. The great thing about this is you can grill this indoor (if you have an indoor grill pan) or outdoors. Inspired by California Pizza Kitchen, I decided to make a roasted veggie salad. If
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7 October, 2015

Easy Mixed Berry Salad

Posted in : Chicken/Poultry, Salad on October 7, 2015 by : Ivy's Kitchen

Tags: blueberry, easy recipe, grilled chicken, healthy, Ivy's Kitchen, mixed berry salad, norstroms cafe, raspberry, salad, strawberry, summer salad, Vinaigrette, walnuts, youtube

Here is one of the first videos I made. I decided to make a mixed berry salad, inspired by Nordstroms Cafe. I just love the savory and sweet mixed together. I also love how the crunchy walnuts give this salad texture. This salad is perfect during the summer because it is refreshing and figure friendly.
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