Italian Chicken and Pepperoni Casserole
This will remind you of a No-Noodle lasagna. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal or when you want to take a casserole to an event.…
Grilled Chicken Parmesan
Today’s recipe is a really easy version of a summer, grilled chicken parmesan; only I changed it. Everyone talks about…
Chicken Poblano Casserole
I invented this casserole as a “Plan B” option. I went to the store thinking I was going to make stuffed poblanos but the chilies…
Lemon-Roasted Turkey Breast with Ratatouille
The seasoning on the top of this turkey breast comes from a great guy in Door County named Curt. He makes his own seasoning and…
Everything from the Fridge Chicken Soup
Riley rocked her refrigerator to come up with this one. Riley says, "I was looking for a way to use up leftovers and winter in…
Classic Coleslaw
The only trick to coleslaw is to make it ahead, as the flavors need some time to develop. This one is just about as easy to make…
Feta-Topped Chicken
This recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Nan. Nan wrote: “Bruce and I had this last night with a salad and I was blown away!…
Italian Mushroom Chicken
I’d recommend provolone with this dish but you can also use Gruyere, mozzarella or another favorite cheese.
Chicken Anna Maria Allberghetti “Zolafied” (aka Chicken Parmesan)
I originally came across a recipe similar to this in an Italian cookbook made up of recipes from Italian movie stars.
Barbecue Chicken – Z3 Style
There’s no way to use a commercial sauce for barbecued meats. They ALL have copious amounts of sugar in them. I know, I checked…
Chicken Dijon with Asian Broccoli
This is a take-off of a famous, old, traditional menu. I've just skimmed all the fat out of it. I hope I didn't take away all the…
Baked Chicken with Shiitake Mushroom Sauce
If we had a gourmet comfort food category this recipe would be the first one. Its easy to make, very satisfying, and tastes…
Chicken Satay (Chicken skewers with peanut sauce)
You can serve these as an appetizer, a party buffet food, a lunch or even as a dinner option. If you have never had Thai food and…
Chicken Tikka Masala (Zola Style) with Cucumber Salad
I do, on occasion make Indian food. This is my latest creation for Chicken Tikka Masala with a cold cucumber salad on the side.…
Parmesan Chicken with a Green Onion-Lemon Sauce
This makes for a beautiful, crusty chicken with a tangy, yet simple sauce. Easy meal for a weeknight but fancy enough for guests.…
Chicken Marengo Z3 Version
A great dish cooked in under 15 minutes. Perfect for any night of the week.
Parmesan Mayo Chicken
There is a version of this recipe being advertised on TV and on the Hellman’s website. I made up a slightly different version.
Easy Italian Casserole
A very quick and simple family dinner.
Rhubarb Compote
A great seasonal dessert.
“Almost” Fried Chicken
Looking for ideas for a picnic? How about almost Fried Chicken?
Greek Yogurt and Fresh Fruit
This is recipe was contributed by Plan Z dieter Shana. What a great idea! Super easy.
Zola’s Flaxseed Disguised Smoothie
I loved Plan Z dieter Steve’s idea of a smoothie incorporating flaxseed, so I invented one of my own too. Very similar.
Green Eggs and Ham
Garnish your plate with the cherry tomatoes for color.
Green Onion and Mushroom Frittata (and Variations)
This dish can be made with a myriad of veggies and with things like pepperoni or chopped, cooked bacon, any kind of cheese you…