Turkey Tetrazzini – Creamy, Comforting, and So Easy to Make

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Turkey Tetrazzini in a large pot

You’ve roasted the turkey, enjoyed the feast, and now you’ve got leftovers — the best part, right? This creamy turkey tetrazzini recipe is the ultimate way to turn that extra turkey into a cozy, family-favorite dinner.

This dish is everything you love about comfort food — tender noodles coated in a rich, cheesy sauce, bits of juicy turkey in every bite, and a perfectly golden topping. It’s easy to make, reheats beautifully, and honestly tastes even better the next day.

Whether you’re using leftover Thanksgiving turkey or rotisserie chicken, this easy turkey tetrazzini comes together in just a few simple steps. No fancy ingredients or complicated techniques — just real, creamy, delicious food that makes everyone at the table happy.

As I was finishing off the recipe I felt like it needed a little crunch on top, much like a perfect macaroni and cheese with a breading. I remembered that we had these Honey Dijon chips in our storage room so on a whim I ran down, grabbed the bag and crushed them up.

Dear sweet mercy, it was perfection!!

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Why You’ll Love This Turkey Tetrazzini Recipe

  • Creamy, rich sauce without being heavy
  • The perfect use for leftover Thanksgiving turkey
  • Family-friendly comfort food
  • Simple ingredients, easy prep

What is Turkey Tetrazzini?

Tetrazzini is an American main dish with diced poultry (yes you could use chicken as well) and mushroom in a butter/cream and parmesan sauce. It is served hot over linguine, spaghetti, or some similarly thin pasta, garnished with parsley.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Every ingredient in this best turkey tetrazzini recipe has a job to do! Here’s a quick look at what each one adds…

  • Spaghetti: The base of the dish that holds the creamy sauce and gives that classic, comforting texture.
  • Turkey: Adds hearty protein and mild flavor that pairs perfectly with the creamy sauce.
  • Olive Oil: Used for sautéing to build flavor and prevent sticking.
  • Button Mushrooms: Add earthy, savory depth and balance the richness of the sauce.
  • Garlic Cloves: Infuse the sauce with delicious, aromatic flavor.
  • Butter: Adds richness and forms the base of the creamy sauce.
  • Flour: Thickens the sauce when combined with butter to make a roux.
  • Chicken Broth: Thins the sauce slightly and adds savory depth.
  • Kosher Salt & Black Pepper: Adds flavor and subtle heat.
  • Heavy Cream: Adds richness and makes the sauce extra velvety.
  • Milk: Creates a smooth, creamy texture an

Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites

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a large serving bowl of tender, fall apart steak bites

If you’ve ever wished steak night could be easier but still just as delicious, this Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites recipe is your dream come true. Juicy, tender bites of steak slowly cook in a rich garlic butter sauce that fills your kitchen with the best smell ever!

It’s one of those set-it-and-forget-it meals that feels a little fancy but takes almost no effort. We love serving these buttery steak bites over mashed potatoes, rice, or even noodles to soak up every bit of that garlicky goodness.

Why You’ll Love These Crockpot Garlic Butter Steak Bites

Texture: The low and slow method of cooking in the crockpot makes this beef melt-in-your-mouth tender.

Flavor: The garlic and butter pack each bite with rich, bold flavor.

Easy: Only 5 minutes of prep and the crockpot does all the work!

Family friendly: Even picky eaters will devour this juicy beef recipe.

Perfect for any night: Cozy enough for Sunday dinner but simple enough for busy weeknights.

What Ingredients You Will Need

Here’s what each ingredient brings to the recipe:

  • Steak: Tender, juicy bites that soak up all the buttery garlic flavor as they slow cook.
  • Salt and Pepper: Simple seasonings that enhance the beef’s natural flavor.
  • Garlic: Adds bold, savory flavor that mellows into buttery sweetness as it cooks.
  • Onion: Brings mild sweetness and depth to the sauce.
  • Beef Broth: Keeps the steak moist and creates a flavorful base for the garlic butter sauce.
  • Butter: Adds richness and a silky texture; finishing with butter makes the sauce glossy and irresistible.

How to Make Steak Bites

  1. Set it and Forget it: Place all the ingredients with 2 tablespoons of garlic butter in the crockpot for 5-8 hours. Stir one time.
  2. Broil: Remove the meat from the crockpot to an oven-safe pan with the remaining garlic butter and place it under the broiler for a few minutes to crisp it up a bit.
  3. Mix: Add the meat back to the crockpot and serve.

What to Serve with Garlic Steak Bites

I’m a meat and potatoes kinda gal, so I love serving these garlic butter beef tips with creamy mashed potatoes, crispy baked potatoes or buttery roasted potatoes. If you aren’t a potato fan, this is also great over rice or pasta.

Then I like to balance the meal out with some vegetable side dish like Read more

My Secret to the Best Oven Roasted Prime Rib Recipe

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garlic prime rib on a platter

When I say this is the absolute best prime rib recipe, I mean it! This prime rib roast turns out melt-in-your-mouth tender every single time, with that perfect crust on the outside and juicy, flavorful center.

Whether you’re cooking for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, a special celebration, or just because you’re craving something incredible, this foolproof method will walk you through every step with confidence with lots of tips, tricks, things to avoid and the secret for making it the most flavorful!

Cade and I have tested this recipe for years to make sure it’s as easy and reliable as it is impressive—and trust me, once you try it, you’ll never make prime rib any other way.

Why This Prime Rib is the Best

I don’t know what it is about prime rib, but you throw that out there and people seriously come running.

Foolproof: If you follow the instructions step by step, you’ll get a perfect prime rib every time!

Texture: It is tender, melt-in-your-mouth, juicy with a delicious crust on the outside.

Flavor: The ingredients are so simple but the flavor is next level. Just salt, pepper, butter and garlic is all you need to compliment the deep beefy flavor of the prime rib.

Showstopper: You’ve invested some money into this cut of meat, let’s make it the showstopper of your holiday feast!

What is Prime Rib?

Standing Rib Roast and Prime Rib Roast are the same exact same thing. It’s just that different people call them different things. A prime rib is a cut of beef from the primal rib, one of the nine cuts of beef. While the entire rib section comprises ribs six through twelve, a standing rib roast may contain anywhere from two to seven ribs, just depending on what you buy as there are options!

Ingredients You’ll Need

People love the tender, mouthwatering beef but for me that’s not even the best part. I’m all about the outside. It’s all caramelized and packed full of flavor. I’m telling you, it’s like the burnt ends on a brisket. It’s so, so good!!!! Here is everything you’ll need to deliver that flavor:

  • Standing Rib Roast, Prime Rib: The star cut—rich, juicy, and tender.
  • Kosher Salt: Draws out moisture and seasons deeply.
  • Black Pepper: Enhances flavor and adds warmth.
  • Butter: Build an aromatic crust.
  • Garlic: Helps crisp the exterior while keeping it juicy.

Seems too simple, right?! Now let’s see how it’s done…

How to Cook Prime Rib (Step-by-Step)

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Garlic Butter Roasted Chicken and Potatoes

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a large cast iron skillet with a roasted whole chicken in it surrounded by golden roasted potatoes

If you’ve ever wondered how restaurants get their roast chicken so juicy and full of flavor, the secret is simple — it’s all in the brine! This brined Roasted Chicken and Potatoes is one of those meals that makes you slow down and savor every bite.

The kids voted this was the best chicken and potatoes I’ve ever made and it was one pan and so dang easy.

The overnight brine infuses the meat with moisture and a subtle, herby flavor, while the garlic butter under the skin keeps every bite tender and golden. Add in roasted Yukon Gold potatoes that crisp up in the chicken drippings, and you’ve got a family dinner that is pure comfort food — with hardly any effort.

Why Brining Makes the Juiciest Chicken

The short answer is science! First, the salt in the brine breaks down the tight protein strands in chicken (or any poultry) which makes the structure more open to holding liquid molecules so it can retain more moisture.

When the chicken is submerged in the brine, the chicken soaks up the brine making it more juicy and more flavorful. The additional flavor in the brine like the lemon, fresh herbs and garlic all soak into the chicken so it’s flavored from the inside out!

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Brine

  • Water: The base that helps distribute the salt and flavors evenly.
  • Kosher Salt: Draws moisture in and out of the chicken, resulting in juicy, seasoned meat.
  • Honey: Adds a subtle sweetness and helps with browning during roasting.
  • Peppercorns: Infuse mild spice and depth into the brine.
  • Lemons: Brighten the flavor and help tenderize the meat.
  • Bay Leaves: Add an earthy, aromatic note.
  • Parsley & Thyme: Fresh herbs that lend light, savory flavor.
  • Garlic: Deepens the flavor and complements the herbs beautifully.

For the Chicken

  • Whole Chicken: The star of the recipe — roasting the entire bird keeps it juicy, flavorful, and beautifully golden while naturally basting the potatoes as it roasts.
  • Kosher Salt: Enhances flavor, draws out moisture for crisp skin, and seasons both the chicken and potatoes evenly.
  • Butter: Adds richness and helps the skin turn golden and crispy while keeping the meat tender and moist.
  • Garlic: Brings depth and savory aroma to the butter mixture and infuses flavor into the chicken and potatoes.
  • Fresh Thyme: Adds bright, earthy notes that complement the chicken’s richness and balance the buttery flavor.
  • Lemon: Infuses the meat with a fresh citrus aroma, helps tenderize the chicken, and

Easy Crockpot Pineapple Chicken

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a serving of white rice topped with a golden chicken thigh, pineapple chunks, chopped red bell pepper and onions

This Easy Crockpot Pineapple Chicken is a family favorite! It’s a cheap, quick and easy dinner that comes together in a few minutes then cooks all day in a slow cooker!

You’ll love this tender chicken in the Hawaiian and Asian inspired flavors of teriyaki sauce and pineapple.

The first time I ever went to Hawaii I expected there to be beautiful pineapple trees every where. I couldn’t wait to feel so tropical and have the air smell as sweet as the sweet and tangy fruit.

They grow on the ground.

I literally had missed the memo for 18 years of my life. I know, I was ridiculous, but now it’s the flavor that’s ridiculous. This is one of our top 5 family favorite recipes for the crockpot!

Why You’ll Love This Slow Cooker Pineapple Chicken

  • Packed with flavorful protein
  • Slow cooker does all the work
  • Totally from scratch so you have control of the ingredients
  • Makes great leftovers for lunch the next day
  • Great for meal prep

Ingredients You’ll Need:

  • Chicken Thighs: Provide a tender, juicy protein base that soaks up all the sweet and savory flavors from the sauce.
  • BBQ Rub: Adds depth, smokiness, and seasoning that enhances the chicken’s flavor before it even hits the sauce.
  • Olive Oil: Used to brown the chicken to add more flavor.
  • Teriyaki Sauce: Brings sweet, umami-rich flavor with a glossy texture that ties everything together.
  • Soy Sauce: Balances sweetness with salty, savory depth and enhances the overall flavor of the dish.
  • Garlic: Adds bold aroma and a savory backbone that complements the sweetness of the pineapple.
  • Red Onion: Brings mild sweetness and a little bite for contrast against the rich sauce.
  • Red Bell Pepper: Adds color, crunch, and natural sweetness that brightens up the whole dish.
  • Pineapple Chunks: Deliver that tropical sweetness and tang that makes the sauce irresistible.
  • Green Onion: Finishes the dish with fresh, crisp flavor and a pop of color.
  • Rice: The perfect base to soak up all that sweet and savory sauce — it’s how you turn this dish into a complete, satisfying meal.

How to Make Crockpot Pineapple Chicken

  1. Season and Sear the Chicken: Sprinkle BBQ rub all over both sides of the chicken and then sear it on both sides until golden brown.
  2. Make the Sauce: Add all the sauce ingredients for the sauce to a small bowl and whisk together.
  3. Cook: Add the chicken to the slow cooker and pour the sauce over the top.
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