Soul Foods Cooking

05/04/2025

Jalapeño Popper Macaroni Salad
Ingredients:
1 lb elbow macaroni
1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
4 oz cream cheese (softened)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños (chopped)
2 fresh jalapeños (diced, seeds removed for less heat)
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste
1/4 cup chopped green onions (for garnish)

05/04/2025

Healthy and Delicious Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Street Corn Mixture:
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese (or feta)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
For the Bowl:
- 2 cups cooked brown rice or white rice
- 1 avocado, sliced
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- Fresh lime wedges for garnish
- Additional cilantro and cotija for topping (optional)
Directions:
1. In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with olive oil, paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
2. Cook the seasoned chicken in a skillet over medium-high heat for 6–8 minutes until fully cooked and golden brown. Set aside.
3. In a separate bowl, combine corn, mayo or Greek yogurt, chili powder, lime zest, lime juice, cotija, and cilantro until well mixed.
4. Assemble the bowls: Start with a base of rice, then add the cooked chicken, street corn mixture, avocado slices, diced red onion, and garnish with lime wedges and extra cheese or cilantro if desired.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Calories: 350 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

05/04/2025

Garlic Parmesan and Potatoes…so good🙌🏼
1 bottle of Garlic Parm sauce (Buffalo wild wings)
2 packs of little potatoes (Little Potato Co. brand)
1 pack Chicken tender filets (8-10 filets)
8 oz. block of cream cheese
Smoked paprika
Minced garlic
Salt
Black pepper
1 carton heavy cream (pour into garlic parm bottle after you use the sauce)
Cook in crock pot on high for 4-6 hours😊

05/04/2025

04/24/2025

Creamy Chicken Lasagna with White Sauce 🍽️🍗

Ingredients:
- 9 lasagna noodles
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cups ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups white sauce (see recipe below)
- 2 cups spinach, fresh
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, ricotta cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- In a baking dish, spread a layer of white sauce on the bottom.
- Place 3 lasagna noodles over the sauce, followed by half of the chicken mixture, half of the spinach, and a layer of mozzarella cheese.
- Repeat the layers: white sauce, noodles, remaining chicken mixture, remaining spinach, and more mozzarella cheese.
- Top with the final layer of noodles and pour the remaining white sauce over the top.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese on top.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Time and Nutrition:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Calories (Kcal): 450
Servings: 6

04/24/2025

Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken that’s sure to impress! 🍽️🌿

- Cheesy Garlic Butter Mushroom Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup mushrooms, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, for garnish

Directions:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the chopped mushrooms, thyme, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cook until mushrooms are browned and any moisture has evaporated, about 5-7 minutes.
4. In a bowl, mix the cooked mushrooms with cream cheese and mozzarella cheese until well combined.
5. Carefully cut a pocket into each chicken breast and stuff it with the mushroom cheese mixture.
6. Place the stuffed chicken breasts in a greased baking dish and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and juices run clear.
8. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 45 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings

04/21/2025

🦀🌿 Crab-Stuffed Pesto Twists with Marinara Dip 🌿🦀
A delightful appetizer featuring flaky twists filled with crab and pesto, served with a rich marinara dip.
Ingredients:
- 1 package puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup crab meat (or imitation crab)
- 1/2 cup pesto sauce
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 cup marinara sauce (for dipping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut the pastry into strips, approximately 1 inch wide and 6 inches long.
- In a bowl, mix crab meat, pesto, cream cheese, and mozzarella. Season with salt and pepper.
- Place a spoonful of the crab mixture at one end of each pastry strip.
- Fold the pastry over the filling and twist the strip to seal.
- Brush each twist with beaten egg for a golden finish.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Heat the marinara sauce in a small pot for dipping.
- Serve the crab-stuffed twists warm with marinara on the side.
Time and Nutrition:
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Calories (Kcal): 250 per serving
Servings: 12

04/21/2025

Greek Chicken Gyros with Cucumber Tzatziki 🐔🍞

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Tzatziki Sauce:

1 cup Greek yogurt
1/2 cucumber, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Gyros:

4 pita breads
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 tomato, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Directions:

Marinate the Chicken:

In a bowl, combine olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Add the chicken thighs and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Cook the Chicken:

Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken thighs for 5-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Let the chicken rest, then slice into strips.
Make the Tzatziki Sauce:

In a bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Gyros:

Warm the pita breads and spread each with tzatziki sauce.
Add the sliced chicken, red onion, tomato, and parsley. Roll up and serve immediately.
Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes

Kcal: 500 kcal | Servings: 4 servings