10 Unexpected Takes on Classic Seafood and Chicken

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Tired of the same old dinner routine? It’s time to shake things up with these flavor-packed dishes that break the mold. From the zesty Garlic Lime Baked Tilapia to the fiery Spicy Mexican Shrimp, these recipes are anything but ordinary. Craving something hearty? Try the bold Spanish Seafood Stew with Chorizo and Chickpeas or the satisfying Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bowls. Whether you’re in the mood for a comforting Baked Miso Salmon or an unexpected twist on pasta with Roasted Cauliflower Pasta, these meals will keep your tastebuds guessing and your dinner table exciting.

Garlic Lime Baked Tilapia

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Baked tilapia filets on a baking sheet.
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This Garlic Lime Baked Tilapia recipe is a quick and easy dinner option that’s ready in just 30 minutes! The tilapia is seasoned with garlic, lime zest, and red pepper flakes, giving it a bright and flavorful taste. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
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Spicy Mexican Shrimp

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This Spicy Mexican Shrimp recipe is a quick and easy one-pan meal that’s bursting with flavor. The combination of savory spices, sweet agave, and a touch of heat makes it perfect for weeknight dinners or a festive Cinco de Mayo celebration. It’s a healthy, gluten-free option that’s ready in just 30 minutes!
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Honey Mustard Chicken

A casserole dish filled with honey mustard chicken thighs
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Looking for a way to spice up your usual chicken dinner? These baked honey mustard chicken thighs are packed with flavor, juicy, and have a delightful crispiness that will leave you wanting more. Plus, the fresh herbs add a lovely aromatic touch!
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Baked Miso Salmon

Baked Miso Salmon with seasonal veggies- a fast and healthy weeknight dinner that can be made in under 25 minutes
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This Baked Miso Salmon recipe is not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious! The salmon is baked on a sheet pan with seasonal veggies and a flavorful miso marinade, making it a healthy and simple weeknight dinner option. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for those looking for a quick, clean, and energizing meal.
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Spicy Miso Ramen

The image features a bowl containing noodles, half a boiled egg, greens, sliced meat, mushrooms, sliced green onions, and red chili threads. Chopsticks are positioned on the edge of the bowl.
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This Spicy Miso Ramen by Feasting at Home recipe is a quick and customizable dish perfect for weeknight dinners. It features a flavorful miso broth with chili-roasted salmon or tofu, shiitake mushrooms, and baby bok choy. You can easily adapt it to be vegan, gluten-free, or low-carb!
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Roasted Cauliflower Pasta

This roasted Cauliflower Pasta recipe is easy to make and completely delicious! It's made with toasted walnuts, garlic, fresh herbs and lemon zest. Video.
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This Roasted Cauliflower Pasta is a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. The combination of roasted cauliflower, lemon zest, garlic, and toasted walnuts creates a zesty and delicious sauce that coats your favorite pasta beautifully. Plus, it’s easily adaptable to be vegan and gluten-free!
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Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bowls

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These Slow Cooker Teriyaki Chicken and Vegetable Rice Bowls are perfect for a healthy and easy weeknight dinner. The chicken is cooked in the slow cooker and then combined with stir-fried vegetables and rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Feel free to customize the vegetables to your liking, making it a great way to use up what you have on hand.
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Kung Pao Noodles

 Kung Pao Noodles that can be made with chicken or roasted cauliflower served over noodles. | www.feastingathome.com
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Looking for a quick and flavorful dinner? These Kung Pao Noodles are packed with a punch and can be customized with chicken, shrimp, tofu, or even cauliflower. The homemade Kung Pao sauce is truly divine!
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Spanish Seafood Stew with Chorizo and Chickpeas

A simple delicious recipe for Spanish Seafood Stew with Garbanzo beans and Chorizo ( or soy Chorizo) served over Jasmine infused rice. | www.feastingathome.com
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This flavorful Spanish Seafood Stew with Chorizo and Chickpeas is a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in. Served over saffron-infused rice, this stew combines fresh seafood, savory chorizo, and tender chickpeas in a rich and aromatic broth. It’s a delightful one-pot dish that brings the taste of Spain to your table!
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Lentil Salad with Apples, Walnuts and Celery Root

 Lentil salad with apples, walnuts, celery root and a delicious, toasted Cumin Seed Dressing. This healthy vegan salad can be made ahead for midweek lunches or potlucks and gatherings. 
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This vibrant Lentil Salad with Apples, Walnuts, and Celery Root is a celebration of fall flavors. The salad combines hearty lentils with crisp apples and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a flavorful toasted cumin seed vinaigrette, making it a healthy and satisfying dish that’s ready in just 20 minutes!
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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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