BBQ Chicken Cups #ad #Back2School #RhodesBread

Today’s post is sponsored by Barlean’s, Hamilton Beach, and Rhodes Bread as well as Crispy Green, The Spice House, and Princess Awesome. However, all opinions are my own. #ad #Back2School Scroll down this post to find details on our #Back2School giveaway sponsors, prizes and how to enter! While you’re here, get to know all the bloggers bringing you great recipes all week!
BBQ Chicken Cups bake tender ground chicken barbecue in a flaky, bread cup. Ready in 30 minutes for lunch, after school snack or quick dinner. Perfect for busy #Back2School families.

BBQ Chicken Cups
I tried making cups like this before with different kinds of bread. Crescent rolls, biscuits and pie dough. None were very good. Too soggy or burnt too easy.
Rhodes Thaw, Rise and Bake Dinner Rolls make a great crust for these BBQ Chicken Cups. So simple.
Thaw as many as you like overnight in the refrigerator. Lightly spray a bit of vegetable oil onto a plate. Place on your frozen roll onto the plate. Spray a piece of plastic wrap lightly with oil for easy removal. Place over dough.
Next day, roll out thawed dough into a 5-inch circle.
BBQ Chicken Cups dough
Press dough into large lightly greased muffin pan. Fill with 1/4 cup chicken mixture. Adding only half the filing and baking will help prevent crust from getting soggy.

BBQ Chicken Cups

Brush exposed dough with egg wash. Bake cups at 350 for approximately  20 minutes until crust becomes flaky and turns brown.

BBQ Chicken Cups

BBQ Chicken Cups

 

Remove from oven and add reserved heated chicken mixture. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar if desired.

These cups bake up perfect every time. Serve them with salad for a quick dinner.

You can also make them a day ahead and reheat in the oven at 350 degrees. Place cups on baking sheet and reheat in oven for approximately 20 minutes until thoroughly heated with an internal temperature of 165.

From our sponsor Rhodes Bread:
Rhodes Mission:
Rhodes Bake-N-Serv® is a family business dedicated to producing home-baked quality frozen bread and roll dough, frozen sweet rolls and partially baked frozen rolls. Rhodes is produced in the heart of Wisconsin with its headquarters in Utah. Rhodes is devoted to helping our customers bake successfully. We offer versatile products at a great value with a no-fault guarantee.
Find out more about the great bake and serve products from Rhodes Bread.

BBQ Chicken Cups

5 from 3 votes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 each Rhodes Dinner Rolls, thawed
  • 1/2 lb ground chicken
  • 1/4 cup diced onion
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce, divided
  • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese, optional

Instructions
 

  • Sauté chicken, onions and celery in oil in a medium-sized
    fry pan over medium heat until chicken is browned, no longer pink and
    vegetables are soft (about 15 minutes). Remove from heat. Stir in 1/4 cup barbecue
    sauce.  
  • Roll out thawed dough into a 5-inch circle.
  • Press dough into large lightly greased muffin pan. Fill with
    1/4 cup chicken mixture. Adding only half the filing and baking will help
    prevent crust from getting soggy.
  • Brush exposed dough with egg wash. Bake cups at 350 for
    approximately 20 minutes until crust becomes flaky and turns brown.
  • Remove from oven and add reserved heated chicken mixture. Add
    more sauce as desired. Sprinkle with shredded cheddar if desired.

#Back2School Recipe Inspiration

It’s hard to believe it’s already time to be talking about going back to school! It seems like summer just flew right by! To celebrate and help get you ready for this busy time, we’ve got loads of great back to school recipe ideas for you, along with an awesome giveaway.

For more amazing #Back2School recipes, please follow our #Back2School Pinterest board. Be sure to also check out my fellow bloggers participating all week long for more delicious dishes!

Blogghetti, Bowl Me Over, Cindy’s Recipes and Writings, Cheese Curd In ParadiseCooking With CarleeDoodlecraftEveryday Eileen, Family Around the Table, Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks, Juggling Act MamaKaren’s Kitchen Stories, Mandatory MoochPalatable PasttimeThe Schmidty Wife, and Wendy Polisi.com

On to the Giveaway!

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#Back2School Giveaway

The giveaway includes the following prizes:

  • Omega Pal’s Prize Pack from Barleans
  • 1 item (winner’s choice from featured products) from Hamilton Beach
  • Cookbook and coupons from Rhodes Bread
  • 4 six-pack bags of Crispy Fruit snacks (mixed flavors) from Crispy Green
  • Best Sellers Collection Gift Box from The Spice House
  • Freezable Lunch Bag + Mod Lunch Bento from PackIt

Official Rules and Conditions: One (1) winner will be chosen. Prize must be claimed within 48 hours of announcement or a new winner will be drawn. Open to US residents 18+ only. All entries will be verified. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, Rafflecopter, or any other entity unless otherwise specified. Giveaway ends 08/21/2019. Enter using the widget below.

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Chicken Nuggets #ad #Back2School #HamiltonBeach

Today’s post is sponsored by Barlean’s, Hamilton Beach, and Rhodes Bread as well as Crispy Green, The Spice House, PackIt and Princess Awesome. However, all opinions are my own. #ad #Back2School Scroll down this post to find details on our #Back2School giveaway sponsors, prizes and how to enter! While you’re here, get to know all the bloggers bringing you great recipes all week!

Chicken Nuggets make back-to-schoolers happy any time of day! These air-fry crispy, crunchy chicken bites use less oil than conventional deep frying, thanks to my Hamilton Beach, Proctor Silex Air Fryer. More flavor, less oil is a lesson well learned!

Chicken Nuggets
I admit I was scared at first to try air-frying. I wasn’t sure how to coat the chicken. How much oil I should use or even how long it takes to cook it this way.
Chicken Nuggets
Two ingredients turned out to be key. Flour and cornstarch. That’s it. Now I find making air-frying chicken so easy.
You can season the chicken pieces directly or season the flour dredge. I like to season flour.
dredge
No added egg or breadcrumbs needed.
These chicken pieces go from basket to plate.
air fryer with basket
Air fried chicken pieces cooked in under 30 minutes. I serve chicken nuggets with a bit of honey for dipping and some fresh veggies!
chicken nuggets
chicken nuggets
Chicken Nuggets

5 from 3 votes

Notes

Chicken Nuggets made in my Hamilton Beach Proctor Silex Air Fryer serve juicy, tender chicken pieces made with less oil, no egg or breadcrumbs. Perfect for #Back2School lunch, snack or dinner!
1 pound (1 1/2-inch cut pieces) chicken breast
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture. Gently shake off excess. Lightly spray both sides of  coated chicken with vegetable oil.
Place chicken pieces on a singular layer into fryer basket. Do not overcrowd. Cook in 2 separate rounds if necessary.
Set air fryer to 400 degrees for 20 minutes. Turn chicken pieces over with a tongs after about 10 minutes cook time to brown both sides. Continue cooking until chicken is browned and reaches internal temperature of 165 degrees. Allow extra cook time in 5 minute intervals if necessary.
Serve alone or with a dipping sauce.
 

More about Hamilton Beach:

Whether you’re shopping for a college student moving into their first apartment or looking for appliances to simplify your weekday meal prep, Hamilton Beach Brands is here to help with your #Back2School needs. Every aspect of your day is taken care of- from a hassle-free breakfast sandwich or a sustaining smoothie in the morning, to after school snack time made simple with the Proctor Silex Air Fryer, to ensuring their outfits are ready to go the next morning with the CHI Touch Screen Iron. Hamilton Beach Brands will make this year’s back to school transition easier than ever.

 

On to the Giveaway!

#Back2School

 

#Back2School Giveaway

 

Meet the Recipe Sponsors

We are so thrilled to have Barlean’s, Hamilton Beach and Rhodes Bread sponsor our #Back2School week recipes! Read the info below and get to know them a little better.

Barlean’s

At Barlean’s, we believe people can make a difference in the world through ordinary purchases. We’re on a mission to make premium natural supplements and functional foods that feed the mind and body and using our profits to support outreach programs for people in need, both locally and around the world. We source high quality ingredients and treat everyone along our supply chain with care and respect – from the farmers who grow our ingredients, to our retailers and employees, to the people who use our products.

Hamilton Beach

Whether you’re shopping for a college student moving into their first apartment or looking for appliances to simplify your weekday meal prep, Hamilton Beach Brands is here to help with your #Back2School needs. Every aspect of your day is taken care of- from a hassle-free breakfast sandwich or a sustaining smoothie in the morning, to after school snack time made simple with the Proctor Silex Air Fryer, to ensuring their outfits are ready to go the next morning with the CHI Touch Screen Iron. Hamilton Beach Brands will make this year’s back to school transition easier than ever.

Close up on pair of young girl’s hands removing a healthy wholesome wholemeal bread ham sandwich from her lunch box during breaktime

Rhodes Bake-N-Serv®

Rhodes Bake-N-Serv® is a family business dedicated to producing home-baked quality frozen bread and roll dough, frozen sweet rolls and partially baked frozen rolls. Rhodes is produced in the heart of Wisconsin with its headquarters in Utah. Rhodes is devoted to helping our customers bake successfully. We offer versatile products at a great value with a no-fault guarantee.

Giveaway Sponsors:

In addition to these amazing sponsors, our giveaway winner will also receive prizes from Crispy Green, PackIt, and The Spice House. You’re going to love these awesome prizes!

Cripsy Green

Crispy Green is the #1 Freeze-Dried Fruit Snack in the U.S.! With no added sugar, additives or preservatives, Crispy Green’s Crispy Fruit snack line makes for the perfect snack for those back to school lunch boxes! Crispy Fruit is 100% pure fruit, nothing else!

PackIt

PackIt’s Freezable Lunch Bag folds up neatly to the size of a thick book. Throw the whole bag in the freezer overnight, to activate its built-in freezable gel. By morning, the walls of the bag will be completely frozen and ready to chill just like a fridge. The Mod Lunch Bento includes 3 removable dividers that wall off thick liquids and solids, letting you separate sensitive foods and create customized spaces each time.

The Spice House

The Spice House has been a purveyor of fine spices since 1957, grinding them in small weekly batches to retain freshness and enhance their flavor profiles.

#Back2School Recipe Inspiration

For more amazing #Back2School recipes, please follow our #Back2School Pinterest board. Be sure to also check out my fellow bloggers participating all week long for more delicious dishes!

Blogghetti, Bowl Me Over, Cindy’s Recipes and Writings, Cheese Curd In ParadiseCooking With CarleeDoodlecraftEveryday Eileen, Family Around the Table, Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks, Juggling Act MamaKaren’s Kitchen Stories, Mandatory MoochPalatable PasttimeThe Schmidty Wife, and Wendy Polisi.

School and office supplies and apple on classroom table in front of blackboard. View with copy space

#Back2School Giveaway

The giveaway includes the following prizes:

  • Omega Pal’s Prize Pack from Barleans
  • 1 item (winner’s choice from featured products) from Hamilton Beach
  • Cookbook and coupons from Rhodes Bread
  • 4 six-pack bags of Crispy Fruit snacks (mixed flavors) from Crispy Green
  • Best Sellers Collection Gift Box from The Spice House
  • Freezable Lunch Bag + Mod Lunch Bento from PackIt

Official Rules and Conditions: One (1) winner will be chosen. Prize must be claimed within 48 hours of announcement or a new winner will be drawn. Open to US residents 18+ only. All entries will be verified. This giveaway is in no way associated with Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, Instagram, Rafflecopter, or any other entity unless otherwise specified. Giveaway ends 08/21/2019. Enter using the widget below.

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Cleveland Recap. Three Must See Stops for #BestAngusBeef

This post is sponsored by Certified Angus Beef® Brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own.

When in Cleveland, do yourself a flavor. Visit these 3 exceptional eateries that offer their unique take on beef. The best Angus beef. Certified Angus Beef® Brand.
We were served slow roasted beef, smoked beef and even pickled beef! Beef made into pasta, salami, butter and more! Come along for a fun trip into 3 very different ways to enjoy a #BestAngusBeef experience.

Hello Cleveland!

Our first stop was at for dinner at Plum.
2019 group at plum
We got to sample a delicious assortment of beef dishes designed by Chef Brett Sawyer.
Beef Belly with Macerated Berries, 24-hour Certified Angus Beef® Brand Frenched Short Rib with housemade tortillas and Herb Crusted Chuck Roll!

plum

plum

Next stop, we got to eat at a unique restaurant, called Flour. Chef Matt Mytro is passionate about pasta and pizza! Ravioli made from scratch and brick oven fired pizza? Absolutely!

Flour
Flour
Carefully crafted sauces and condiments make Flour more than just a flash in the pan! Stop in at Flour for a fantastic experience.

flour
We went crazy over their mushroom pizza and the Beef Agnolotti, folded ravioli was excellent!

Flour
Their fresh pasta is also available in local Cleveland stores.

Our last tour stop was at Larder Delicatessen.

There we got to meet Chef Jeremy Umansky, a James Beard Award winner and meat artisan, co-owners and chefs Allie La Valle-Umansky, and Kenny Scott.
larder
larder
Larder’s team sources as much of their ingredients as they can from within the community. They even forage for the most seasonal offerings available. Can you believe that they even make their own vinegars? It doesn’t get more dedicated to from scratch than that!
larder

“Our mission is to create creative, unique, approachable, and comforting foods made from the highest quality locally sourced and foraged ingredients. We aim to be a community cornerstone where all are welcome to come share in the joys of life over delicious food.”
larder

More about the brand.

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Certified Angus Beef ® brand stands behind their restaurant and store partners to bring you a quality experience every time.
Certified Angus Beef ® brand supports local farmers, and ranchers in small communities across the country. It has a tradition of excellence spanning over 40 years.
The brand offers amazing flavor in every bite.

Not sure where to find Certified Angus Beef ® brand? Find restaurants or grocers in your area: certifiedangusbeef.com/buy/

Follow Certified Angus Beef® brand on social media for news, contests, recipes and more including live Facebook events!
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Join the conversation with other beef and recipe enthusiasts, and get great tips and tricks in the Certified Angus Beef ® Kitchen Facebook group. See you there!

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Blueberry Mug Cake

Blueberry Mug Cake serves fresh blueberries swirled in an easy microwavable mug cake. Mix, cook, enjoy!
Blueberry Mug Cake

Welcome to another fun Festive Foodies Event!

This week is dedicated to recipes using ingredients found at a local farmer’s market. This can include, meats, fruits, vegetables, honey, syrups, jams, nuts, herbs, spices, etc.

Thanks Ellen from Family Around the Table and Christie from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures for hosting our Farmer’s Market Event!

I often praise all the fresh vegetables I find at local farm stands and farmer’s markets throughout our area. Lots of salads like my Garlic Broccoli Slaw.

As a rule, I don’t buy a lot of fresh fruit. Don’t get me wrong, I love it. I just never seem to eat it fast enough. Except maybe for berries. I’ll toss blueberries in yogurt or oatmeal.
Or Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes.

Blueberry Oatmeal Pancakes

Then there’s Blueberry Strawberry Sherbet, smoothies and baked goods.

Blueberry Strawberry Swirl Sherbet

Like this Blueberry Almond Meringue Pie

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and this mug cake.

Blueberry Mug Cake

A simple, quick recipe ready in under 5 minutes! Add some whipped cream, just because ;)!
Blueberry Mug Cake
Blueberry Mug Cake
Blueberry Mug Cake
Remember that the mug will be hot, so be careful when removing from the microwave and while eating.

Blueberry Mug Cake

 

Blueberry Mug Cake

Ingredients
  

  • 5 tbsp all-purpose flour, divided
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 3 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 2 tbsp fresh blueberries
  • cooking spray

Instructions
 

  • In a small mixing bowl, mix together 4 tablespoons flour, baking powder, sugar. Cream in butter.


  • In a separate small mixing bowl, mix milk and vanilla. Add to dry ingredients. Stir to mix.

  • In a separate bowl, toss blueberries in 1 tablespoon flour. Stir into batter.
  • Pour the batter into a large (16-ounce or larger) microwave safe mug, lightly sprayed with cooking spray. Microwave the mug on high for 1 minute 30 seconds until thoroughly baked to a firm, not runny texture. Inserted toothpick will come out clean when baked. Eat immediately. 

Notes

 
 

 

Enjoy all these great fresh farm market finds ideas from Festive Foodies!

Thursday Farmer’s Market Week Recipes

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