Laura Fuentes' Blog

Eggless Pancakes

This pancake recipe without eggs is everything you want: no substitutes, easy to cook, and results in a fluffy, delicious breakfast.

If you’re tired of reading someone’s whole life story before you get to the recipes, I’ve got you. Below, you’ll find my 25 go-to list of recipes I regularly make for dinner that my whole family loves.

Slow Cooker Chicken Recipes

Enjoy a made-for-you meal with one of these slow cooker chicken recipes! With minimal prep and ingredients you already have one hand, one of these recipes can come to the rescue for your family’s next meal.

Roasted Cauliflower

Turn this simple veggie into an epic side that’s also good for you! With the following tips, you’ll learn how to roast this nutritious veggie to perfection.

How Long Does Chicken Last in the Fridge

It’s happened to the best of us. You look in the fridge, grab that raw chicken you meant to cook a few days ago and doubt creeps in. If you’ve wondered how long you can keep raw chicken in the fridge before it goes bad, this post is for you.

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Deliciously caramelized broccoli with Parmesan and that roasted crispy texture made quick and easy? Yes, please! Learn all the tips to bake this epic side perfectly each time.

Baked Chicken Dinner Ideas

When I want a delicious and healthy meal where the oven does most of the cooking, these baked chicken dinner ideas are always my go-to recipes to feed my family! Below, you’ll find the recipes as well as my tips for making sure your baked chicken, especially if you’re cooking chicken breasts, comes out of […]

Spicy Asparagus

When I’m in a hurry and need a healthy side with minimal prep, these spicy asparagus are my go-to recipe. The pan gives them a flavor and texture that’s second to none.

Chicken with Cream

With my tried-and-true tips below, you’ll cook the best beginner-friendly chicken recipe with heavy cream that’s perfect for a weeknight dinner.

Fall Breakfast Ideas

Year after year, I turn to these fall breakfast recipes to satisfy my family’s cravings for everything pumpkin, cinnamon, apples, and spice. From pancakes to scones and everything in between, you’ll find both savory and sweet recipes for the weekend or the middle of the week.

Slow Cooker Tequila Lime Pulled Pork Tacos

Set it, forget it, and come back to juicy slow-cooked pulled pork tacos that taste like you worked way harder than you did.

Blackened Chicken Breasts

Keep reading to learn all the hacks for cooking tender and delicious blackened chicken breasts every time.

Pan Grilled Chicken

Keep reading to learn everything about cooking time, temperature, doneness, and the best ways to enjoy this tasty stovetop grilled chicken.

Slow Cooker Pineapple Pulled Pork Tacos

Believe me; you need to make these tacos. The pulled pork is easy to make, tastes delicious, and is worthy to be included in your Taco Tuesday rotation.

Healthy Mexican Recipes

When you crave Mexican food for dinner, these healthy and easy recipes are the thing to make! In the recipes below, you’ll find classic foods like tacos, nachos, soups, and fajitas that will make your meal at home epic.

Blackened Seasoning for Chicken

You’ll also learn what goes into the seasoning, how much to use, how to store it, and some recipes to try it out!

Cinnamon Apple Muffins

Learn all the hacks to turn staple ingredients into delicious, moist apple cinnamon muffins you can prep ahead!

Greek Yogurt Pancakes

These Greek yogurt pancakes make the perfect fluffy, delicious stack, and with 11g of protein per serving, they’re a satisfying breakfast that’s always a hit.

Champagne Vinaigrette

Whip up this champagne vinaigrette dressing in 5 minutes in a blender or food processor for the smoothest and creamiest texture!

How to Make Chicken Fajita Tacos

You can’t go wrong with these chicken fajita tacos. Juicy pan-seared chicken with fajita veggies served in flour tortillas with guacamole and sour cream- one bite, and you’ll be in the center of fresh and delicious. Today, I’m showing you how to achieve that same restaurant-grade fajita flavor in your own kitchen.

Chicken Cobb Salad

This Chicken Cobb Salad recipe is the kind of amazing salad worth calling a meal for dinner or lunch.

Blackened Chicken Salad

This blackened chicken salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it a filling, healthy dinner option or a meal-prepped office lunch.

Blackened Chicken Pasta

If pasta dinners are a family favorite, this blackened chicken pasta will knock it out of the park. Make sure to read the post for time-saving tips!

Red Wine Vinaigrette

Combine a few basic ingredients in the blender and turn them into a smooth homemade salad dressing!

Lemon Garlic Chicken Pasta

This family-friendly chicken pasta recipe is made with fresh ingredients, requires minimal effort, and yields big results!

Gluten-Free Blueberry Pancakes

Following a diet without gluten doesn’t mean giving up on epic pancakes; especially now that you have this the recipe that includes all the success tips to serve a delicious stack any time the craving hits!

The Best 10 Penne Pasta Recipes

Make one of these penne pasta recipes and enjoy a satisfying meal any night of the week. If you love how penne pasta traps the sauce and flavors in each bite, you’ll love the variety in the recipes below.

Best Freezer Bags for Food

Want to keep your food frozen as long as possible while maintaining its quality? Me too. Below, you’ll find the top freezer bags we tested to freeze everything from soups to stews, meats, vegetables, and more!

Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan

This oven-roasted parmesan asparagus requires very little effort, and in 15 minutes, they’re ready!

How Long Does Cooked Chicken Last in the Fridge

Whether you have leftovers or want to cook in bulk, learning how long you can keep cooked chicken in the fridge is a must! With the info below, you’ll avoid potential food poisoning, save money by not throwing it out, and save time without having to cook again!

How Long to Roast Broccoli

I’ll share the best seasonings and how long it takes to roast broccoli to turn this plain veggie into a delicious side dish with the tips and the recipe below.

5 Best Marinades for Kabobs

Make your kabobs taste even better with these quick and easy marinade recipes that tenderize proteins and infuse veggies with flavor in minutes. Check how below!

Taco Seasoning Mix

Once you make this taco seasoning, you’ll want to sprinkle it over everything! It’s perfect for tacos, nachos, all proteins, and so.much.more!

Spicy Beef Kabob Marinade

15 minutes is all it takes to infuse beef with this spicy marinade, and with the tips below, you’ll achieve juicy and tender kabobs on the grill.

Baked Cajun Salmon

This is the perfect 30-minute salmon recipe for busy weeknights, and with the tips below, you’ll learn how not to overcook your salmon and get that flaky texture every time!

How to Thaw Chicken in the Fridge Safely

Are you thinking about thawing chicken in the fridge but want to ensure it’s safe? Or wondering how long it will take? I’ve got you! This short post thoroughly covers those concerns so you can thaw it safely and it doesn’t go to waste.

How to Tell if Raw Chicken is Bad

It’s happened to all of us: we bought chicken at the store, placed it in the fridge, and either forgot to cook it, or it hid in the back. And now you’re wondering if the raw chicken has gone bad or if it’s still good to eat. Read the tell-tale signs to see if it’s […]