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Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Instant Pot Chicken Lettuce Wraps
This super-easy recipe is incredibly flavorful.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Sauce Mixture:
  • ¼ cup hoisin sauce
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp Sriracha sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp mustard powder
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • ¼ tsp white pepper
Pot Mixture:
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup onions, finely diced
  • 1 lb ground chicken (or turkey)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1.5-inch piece fresh ginger, minced
To Finish:
  • 1 cup shredded carrots
  • 1 8 oz can water chestnuts, drained and diced
  • 2-3 green onions, green parts only, sliced thin
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 1 head butter, bibb, or Boston lettuce, leaves separated
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, mix together all Sauce Mixture ingredients and set aside.
  2. Add olive oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  3. When oil gets hot, add the onions and ground meat. Cook and stir until no pink remains.
  4. Drain out all liquid, then add garlic, ginger and half the sauce. Stir to combine.
  5. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  6. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 0 minutes.
  7. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  8. Stir and then drain out any remaining liquid. Add remaining sauce and stir to warm through, returning to SAUTE as needed.
  9. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then add the carrot, water chestnuts, green onions, and toasted sesame oil.
  10. Serve warm with lettuce leaves on the side. Scoop a few tablespoons of chicken mixture into a lettuce leaf, roll and eat.

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These super-easy Chicken Lettuce Wraps are incredibly flavorful.RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-chicken-lettuce-wraps/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Saturday, January 5, 2019

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Apple Pie Taquitos

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Apple Pie Taquitos
I can’t say enough about how much I enjoy anything that has to do with apple pie. This delicious treat is a perfect snack for any occasion! 7 ingredients and you are on your way to savory apple pie heaven! These rolled treats are also fun to eat! Make them for your kid’s party..or even a snack for your friends! These will make anyone dance with joy!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 5 Flour Tortillas
  • 5oz Caramel Sauce
  • 20oz Can Apple Pie Filling
  • ¼ CUP Melted Butter
  • ¼ CUP Sugar
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Nutmeg
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Butter a 9×13″ dish and set aside.
  3. Combine Sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a shallow dish and mix well. Set aside.
  4. Chop pie filling into small size pieces.
  5. Microwave tortillas for 20 seconds to soften.
  6. Spread tortilla with thin layer of caramel sauce down the middle.
  7. Cover caramel with diced apple filling.
  8. Roll tortilla and place in prepared dish.
  9. Brush with butter and sprinkle with sugar mixture.
  10. Repeat with remaining tortillas.
  11. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden and bubbling on ends.
  12. Enjoy!

Watch the recipe video here:

Apple Pie TaquitosFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/apple-pie-taquitos/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Saturday, January 5, 2019

Dessert

Crockpot Baked Apples

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Crockpot Baked Apples
Apple pie can make you feel like everything is right in the world. Maybe it makes you feel more American. Either way, apple pie is a dessert one must attempt to bake at some point in life. Even if you’re not much for baking you should try. If you’re really not up for baking an entire pie then you should start with this recipe. Consider this the first easy step toward that process.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 4–7 Gala Apples
  • ½ Cup Quaker Old Fashioned Oats
  • ½ Cup Brown Sugar
  • 3 tsp. Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp. Allspice
  • ½ Stick Unsalted Butter
Instructions
  1. Wash apples.
  2. Cut off tops & then core with a sharp knife.
  3. Mix together oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and allspice.
  4. Fill each apple with oats mixture.
  5. Top each apple with a thick slice of butter.
  6. Pour ¼ cup water in bottom of Crockpot.
  7. Carefully place apples in Crockpot and cover with lid.
  8. Turn on crockpot and set on HIGH for 3 – 4 hours.
  9. Serve with ice cream or whipped cream or powdered sugar.
Notes
  1. Apples are done when you squeeze them and they’re soft.

Watch the recipe video here:

Crockpot Baked ApplesFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/crockpot-baked-apples/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Friday, January 4, 2019

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Instant Pot Soy Ginger Pork and Rice

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Instant Pot Soy Ginger Pork and Rice
I love the sticky soy ginger sauce poured over the super-juicy pork.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
Rice Mixture:
  • 2 cups long grain white rice, rinsed
  • 2.5 cups water
Meat Mixture:
  • 1 tbsp oil (or bacon drippings)
  • 1¼ lbs boneless pork chops (1” – 1½″ thick)
Sauce Mixture:
  • ⅓ cup soy sauce
  • ⅓ cup chicken or beef stock
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, minced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp toasted sesame oil
To Finish:
  • 2 cups broccoli florets (optional)
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tbsp cold water
Instructions
  1. Add Rice Mixture ingredients to a 1.5 quart casserole dish (these fit perfectly: https://amzn.to/2DtfXM4) and set aside.
  2. Add oil to the Instant Pot. Using the display panel select the SAUTE function.
  3. When oil gets hot, brown the pork on both sides, 3-4 minutes per side. Meat will not be cooked through. Do not crowd the pot–you may have to work in batches. Transfer browned meat to a shallow dish and cover loosely with foil.
  4. Add Sauce Mixture ingredients to the Instant Pot and deglaze by using a wooden spoon to scrape the brown bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Put the meat back into to the Instant Pot, turning once to coat.
  6. Insert a tall steam rack or riser into the Instant Pot (we like these: https://amzn.to/2Nwndvk) and carefully lower the casserole onto the riser using a foil sling. The bottom of the casserole should not be in contact with the pork mixture.
  7. Turn the pot off by selecting CANCEL, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  8. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 14 minutes and adjust to LOW PRESSURE.
  9. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  10. Immediately remove the casserole and riser. Quickly move pork to a cutting board to rest.
  11. (Optional) Add broccoli florets to the sauce and stir to combine. Close the pot lid and let stand for 3-5 minutes on the KEEP WARM setting or until broccoli has almost achieved the desired tenderness.
  12. Mix together the cornstarch and cold water in a small bowl and stir into the broccoli sauce until thickened, returning to SAUTE mode as needed.
  13. Slice the pork against the grain. Serve over rice with topped with sauce and broccoli.

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Soy-ginger pork is determined to be a long-time favorite in your house.RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-soy-ginger-pork-and-rice/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Friday, January 4, 2019

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Chicken & Waffle Sliders

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Chicken & Waffle Sliders
3 words. CHICKEN. WAFFLE. SLIDERS. Could this be any more exciting?!? These were the most delicious thing I have tasted all week! The syrup is SO simple and delicious, it makes for the best chicken and waffles I have ever had. The simplicity of them alone makes it all worth it. You will want to make these every weekend for brunch!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 1 Bag Crispy Chicken Strips
  • 1 Box Mini toaster waffles
For the Syrup:
  • 1 CUP Brown sugar
  • ½ CUP Water
  • ¼ CUP Butter
  • ⅛ tsp Vanilla extract
Instructions
  1. Cook chicken strips according to package instructions.
  2. Toast waffles according to package instructions.
  3. Make chicken waffle sliders with both prepared ingredients.
  4. Bring saucepan to medium/high heat.
  5. Add in brown sugar and water.
  6. Bring to a boil.
  7. Lower the heat and let the mixture boil for 4 minutes.
  8. Stir in butter till melted.
  9. Take the pan off heat then add in the vanilla extract.
  10. Drizzle on top of waffles.
  11. Enjoy!

Watch the recipe video here:

Chicken & Waffle SlidersFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/chicken-waffle-sliders/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Friday, January 4, 2019

Dessert

Instant Pot Homemade Brownies

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Instant Pot Homemade Brownies
A chocoholic’s dream come true!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • ¾ cup flour
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semisweet or milk chocolate)
  • 1½ cups water
  • Ice cream for serving (optional)
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt until uniform. Set aside.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream the butter and sugar until well-combined and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time and mix until thoroughly combined. Add vanilla.
  3. Add dry ingredients a little at a time and mix until fully combined. Fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  4. Coat a 7” x 3” pan with non-stick spray. Spread batter evenly in pan and cover loosely with foil–do not seal.
  5. Pour 1½ cups water into the Instant Pot, followed by the steam rack.
  6. Carefully lower the pan onto the steam rack, then secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  7. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 45 minutes.
  8. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  9. Carefully remove the pan from the pot and cool for 10 minutes before cutting.
  10. Serve warm with ice cream

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A chocoholic’s dream come true!RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-homemade-brownies/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Thursday, January 3, 2019

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Chipotle Inspired Guac

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Chipotle Inspired Guac
One of the many things I enjoy in life is a delicious, refreshing snack! This delicious guac! Inspired by Chipotle’s wonderful recipe, this one matches up on so many levels! It’s such a great recipe to have on lockdown for any party or event! Eat up and enjoy!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 4 Ripe Avocados
  • 4 tsp Lime juice
  • 4 Tbsp Cilantro (chopped)
  • ½ CUP Red onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 Jalapeño, including seeds (finely chopped)
  • 2¼ tsp kosher salt
Instructions
  1. Choose the right avocado. It should feel squishy yet firm (like the palm of your hand), and be a nice dark green color on the outside.
  2. Cut the avocado in half and then remove the pit (carefully!)
  3. Scoop the avocados and place in a medium bowl.
  4. Toss and coat with lime juice.
  5. Add the salt and using a fork or potato masher, mash until a smooth consistency is achieved.
  6. Fold in the remaining ingredients and mix well.
  7. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
  8. Enjoy!

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Chipotle Inspired GuacFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/chipotle-inspired-guac/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Thursday, January 3, 2019

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Grilled Nutella Marshmallow Sandwich

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Grilled Nutella Marshmallow Sandwich
If any of you know me, you know that I could eat a sandwich every day for the rest of my life. Even if it is a dessert one! The creamy Nutella and gooey mallows blend so well together! This is by far the most delicious dessert I have ever tasted! The fact that it has only 4 ingredients is the best part about it! It barely took any time to cook!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • White Bread
  • Butter
  • Nutella
  • Mini Marshmallow’s
Instructions
  1. Coat pan with butter.
  2. Spread Nutella on one side of the sandwich.
  3. Lay the plain side of bread on the pan where butter is.
  4. Place mini marshmallow’s.
  5. Spread more Nutella on other piece of bread.
  6. Butter the top of bread when done spreading Nutella.
  7. Flip until marshmallows are melted and sandwich is toasted.
  8. Enjoy!

Watch the recipe video here:

Grilled Nutella Marshmallow SandwichFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/grilled-nutella-marshmallow-sandwich/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, January 1, 2019

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Instant Pot Cranberry Chicken

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Instant Pot Cranberry Chicken
I love how I can whip together a mini-luau in only 40 minutes in this great Instant Pot recipe. Kids love this succulent chicken, and I guarantee there won’t be a single piece of pineapple left. This is the best use of cranberry sauce since Thanksgiving! The tartness of the cranberries marries perfectly with the sweetness of the pineapple and turns boring weeknight chicken into something memorable. This is a super easy dump-and-go recipe. In fact, you can freeze the ingredients together in a plastic bag and start from frozen. Just increase the cook time to 25 minutes. If you use regular (not whole berry) cranberry sauce, you may want to add ⅓ cup of water or broth to make sure you have enough liquid to come to pressure, and avoid the dreaded “burn notice”.
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Main dish
Ingredients
  • 1 14 oz can of cranberry sauce with whole berries
  • 1 14-20 oz can pineapple chunks, drained
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tsp kosher salt
  • 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
Instructions
  1. Mix together cranberry sauce, drained pineapple, sugar and salt in Instant Pot.
  2. Nestle chicken thighs in the sauce a single layer, turning once to coat.
  3. Secure the lid, making sure the vent is closed.
  4. Using the display panel select the MANUAL function*. Use the +/- keys and program the Instant Pot for 15 minutes.
  5. When the time is up, let the pressure naturally release for 10 minutes, then quick-release the remaining pressure.
  6. Serve with stuffing, rice or egg noodles.

Watch the recipe video here:

Instant Pot Cranberry ChickenFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/instant-pot-cranberry-chicken/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Tuesday, January 1, 2019

Dessert

Friendship Cookies

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Friendship Cookies
It’s Sibling’s Day!!! My mom used to make friendship cookies for my brother and me on the regular. These seemed to always bring us together. She seemed to always make them on the days we needed them the most, too. I will never forget the scent of her taking them fresh out of the oven… SO yummy!! So enjoy the simplicity of these DELICIOUS friendship cookies. Maybe they can bring joy to your family like they did mine!
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Cuisine: American
Recipe type: Dessert
Ingredients
  • 1 Cup Butter, room temperature
  • ¾ CUP Granulated sugar
  • ½ CUP Light brown sugar
  • 1 egg, plus 1 yolk
  • 1 TBSP Vanilla
  • 1 TSP Baking soda
  • 1 TSP Cream of tater
  • ½ TSP Kosher salt
  • 1 TSP Cinnamon
  • 2¾ CUP Flour
  • Cinnamon Sugar
  • ¼ CUP Granulated sugar
  • 1 TBSP Cinnamon
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F.
  2. Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. set aside.
  3. In the bowl of stand mixer, beat butter and both sugars until light and fluffy, 2-3 minutes.
  4. With mixer on medium speed add in egg, yolk, and vanilla and beat for another minute, scraping the sides as necessary.
  5. Turn mixer to medium-low and mix in baking soda, cream of tartar, salt and 1 tsp cinnamon. Mix for 30 seconds, scraping sides as necessary.
  6. Turn mixer to low and add in flour, mixing until just combined.
  7. In a separate small bowl make your Cinnamon Sugar by mixing together cinnamon and sugar, stirring until evenly combined.
  8. Using a cookie scoop or spoon, measure out about 2 Tbsp of dough and roll into a ball. Then roll each cookie dough ball into the Cinnamon Sugar mixture.
  9. Place on prepared baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
  10. Bake for 10-12 minutes, turning cookie sheet halfway through baking.
  11. Remove from oven.
  12. Enjoy!

Watch the recipe video here:

Friendship CookiesFULL RECIPE: http://chopsecrets.com/friendship-cookies/

Posted by Chop Secrets on Wednesday, January 2, 2019