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October 7, 2016 by Krista

Triple Bean and Chicken Stew You Don’t Have to Clean Up

I pulled the blanket around my neck tighter and tucked my feet up under me a little farther. “This is ridiculous!” I thought. And then I remembered that it had, indeed, snowed just a few days ago. Here. In the desert. In October. It’s kind of a toss-up whether we’ll get a white Christmas every year, so kicking off October with snow is pretty much unheard of. Furthermore, my boys were snuggled under blankets too, sitting just down the couch from me. Then I heard it. The heater kicked on and began filling the house with warm air. “Is it really that cold?!” I wondered. “Okay, stew for dinner it is!” And that’s how this Triple Bean and Chicken Stew was born.

This hearty Triple Bean and Chicken Stew is a snap to put together and cooks in the slow cooker! Perfect for chilly Fall days!

I unwrapped myself, stood up and tossed the blanket back on the couch. As a result, my boys promptly began to tussle over it. “Okay, guys, it’s not that cold. Just share it,” I said as I pulled it from them, grabbed the corners and flipped it up in the air and laid it back down over both of my little miniature wrestlers because then they’d stop fighting over it, maybe.

THE BIRTH OF TRIPLE BEAN AND CHICKEN STEW

I hustled to the kitchen, got out the slow cooker and began pulling out ingredients and setting them on our cream colored, slightly stained island. I opened cans, drained and rinsed the beans and began placing things in the slow cooker. As I added the spices, their rich aromas wafted into my nose. I inhaled and smiled. “This is gonna be good.”

This hearty Triple Bean and Chicken Stew is a snap to put together and cooks in the slow cooker! Perfect for chilly Fall days!

 

 

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Triple Bean and Chicken Stew
Triple Bean and Chicken Stew is hearty and will warm your insides and fill your belly. Author: Krista Prep time: 15 mins Cook time: 4 hours Total time: 4 hours 15 mins Serves: Serves 6-8 A hearty stes that will fill you up and warm you up. Perfect for chilly Fall days!
Ingredients
  • 15.25 oz can of black beans
  • 15.25 oz can pinto beans
  • 15.25 oz can white beans
  • 15.25 oz can corn
  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 12.5 oz can chicken broth
  • 4.5 oz can diced green chilies
  • ½ large red bell pepper
  • ½ medium yellow onion
  • 2 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • ½ tsp thyme
  • ½ tsp sage
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • mozzarella cheese (for garnish)
  • green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
  1. Open cans and rinse beans.
  2. Pour chicken broth, green chilies and canned corn with juice into slow cooker.
  3. Add beans and stir until evenly mixed.
  4. Place chicken breasts in slow cooker.
  5. Chop pepper and onion and add to slow cooker.
  6. Add spices.
  7. Cook on high heat for 2-3 hours or until chicken breasts reach 165ºF.
  8. Remove chicken breasts and shred. Return shredded meat to slow cooker. Stir until evenly distributed.
  9. Cook on low heat for an additional hour, if desired.
  10. Stir in sour cream. Garnish with cheese and green onions.
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And it was. It was delicious and hearty.  In addition, it filled our bellies and warmed our insides. Most of all, it pleased the whole family. It was one of those dinners that make you just wanna snuggle in for the rest of the night…

Triple Bean and Chicken Soup and Reynolds Heat and Eat

 

But that wasn’t an option. We had leftovers. This was too good to waste; furthermore, there’s nothing wrong with leftovers! I reached for the new Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat Containers. I like the idea of these containers, most of all that there’s no need to clean Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat containers. No dishes? Yes, please.

NO DISHES WITH REYNOLDS™ DISPOSABLE HEAT AND EAT CONTAINERS

It says right on the containers that Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat containers are a great alternative to plastic. Additionally, I would agree, in most cases. I really like that they are made with plant fibers and contribute less waste. Hence, a disposable container that I can feel good about. And I love that Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat containers are perfect for the microwave. As a result, Mr. Napping can take leftovers to work and I don’t have to deal with his dirty dishes that have been sitting around all day (or longer!).

Triple Bean and Chicken Soup Reynolds™ Disposable Heat & Eat Containers

You can find these Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat Containers at Walmart with the plastic wrap and aluminum foil. Our trips to the store are more like a traveling circus sometimes… As a result, my photos are often blurry. Oh, these two.

Triple Bean and Chicken Soup Reynolds Heat and Eat

I opened up my Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat Containers and filled them up. These are super easy to use and I love that you can put the lid underneath the container while you eat; therefore, it’s no fuss, compact and you just toss it when you’re finished. Definitely my kind of leftovers.

Triple Bean and Chicken Soup and Reynolds Heat and Eat Containers

Mr. Napping loved the ease of these leftovers and I loved not having to clean out his Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat Container when he came home. Consequently, we both love the simplicity of leftovers now.

Get ready to make some yummy Triple Bean and Chicken Stew on your next chilly day; also, don’t forget to pick up  Reynolds™ Disposable Heat and Eat Containers at your local Walmart. Finally, Grab a coupon so you can save $1.00! You can find them in the food storage aisle by the Reynolds Wrap.

March 16, 2016 by Krista

24 Favorite Easter Recipes

One of my favorite things about Easter… the food! It’s almost as good as Christmas! Here are 24 awesome recipes that will rock your Easter Sunday Dinner! That’s right, 24 Easter recipes – main dish, side dish and desserts are all included! Just try to make it through this list without your mouth watering, I dare you.

Easter is nearly here and that means it is time to start thinking about your menu. The Easter weekend gives us plenty of opportunities for feasting whether it’s appetizers before the big Easter Sunday meal or family brunches during the weekend. Several bloggers have gotten together to bring you our Favorite Easter Recipes. From delicious brunch, dinner and, of course dessert recipes you’ll be sure to find something to add to your Easter menus.

24 Favorite Easter Recipes Round-Up!

Favorite Easter Recipes Round-Up

Ukrainian Babka Easter Bread

Ukrainian Babka Bread (Easter Bread) from Blogghetti

Breakfast-Casserole-for-the-Crock-Pot

Breakfast Casserole for the Crockpot from To Work With My Hands

peaches-and-cream-cake-recipe-katherines-corner

Peaches and Cream Dessert from Katherine’s Corner

Easter Crockpot

Crockpot Easter Spiral Ham Recipe from The Lady Prefers 2 Save

No-Bake-Birds-Nest-Cookies

No-Bake Birds Nest Cookies from Love My Messy Messy Mess

Cheddar Biscuits 7

Cheddar Biscuits from Ducks ‘n a Row

cadbury-creme-egg-pie

Cadbury Creme Egg Pies from Upstate Ramblings

peepsicles

Peepsicles – Chocolate Covered Frozen Peeps Pops from Upstate Ramblings

Ham and Asparagus Roll ups

Ham and Asparagus Roll-Ups from Blogghetti

Grilled Leg of Lamb

Grilled Leg of Lamb from That Recipe

Chocolate-Marble-Cheesecake-12

Chocolate Marble Cheesecake from The Painted Hinge

cresent rolls

Amazingly Flaky Cresent Rolls That are to Die For from While He Was Napping

No-Bake-Chocolate-Nest-Easter-Cookies

No Bake Bird Nest Cookies from While He Was Napping

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Green Beans with Toasted Walnuts from Blogghetti

Chandler-Brisson

Easter Candy Cones from The Lady Prefers 2 Save

Coconut Curried Eggs pin

Coconut Curried Eggs from That Recipe

Mini Easter Cheesecakes

Easter Mini Cheesecakes from Eclectic Red Barn

Fresh-Green-Beans-Taters-and-Bacon

Crockpot Fresh Green Beans, Taters, and Bacon

white cake

Easy White Cake from Ducks ‘n a Row

Savory-Roasted-Potato-Disks-Whole-Food-Recipe

Savory Roasted Potato Disks from To Work With My Hands

Birds Nest Cheesecakes from A Labour of Life

 

brown-sugar-ham

Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Ham from The Magical Slow Cooker

Fresh-Herb-Whole-Wheat-Bread-

Fresh Herb Whole Wheat Bread from To Work With My Hands

 

Easter-whoopie-pies

Easter Whoopie Pies from Katherine’s Corner

What’s on your Easter Menu this year?

January 27, 2016 by Krista

Turkey Noodle Soup in Under 30 Minutes

Oh soup, what’s for dinner?! If you’re looking for a quick and healthy dinner recipe, this is it! It won’t mess up your newly set resolutions and it will use up any leftover turkey from Christmas dinner. And it’s delicious. It’s Turkey Noodle Soup in UNDER 30 minutes!

Yep, you read that right. Dinner in under 30 minutes – and we’re including cook time there. This recipe is a perfect go-to for busy families and leftover nights! Ready to get your soup on? Let’s do this!

TURKEY NOODLE SOUP in under 30 minutes

Turkey Noodle Soup - Ready in 30 minutes or less

Yield: Serves 4-6

Turkey Noodle Soup

Turkey Noodle Soup - Ready in 30 minutes or less

A quick, delicious and healthy soup the whole family will enjoy.

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups Turkey Meat, pre-cooked and cubed
  • 30 oz Chicken Broth
  • 1 lb Rotini Pasta
  • 12 oz package of Frozen Mixed Vegetables

Instructions

Add the broth to a large pot on medium-high on the stove. Add any additional seasonings you might want. I added a tsp of garlic because we love us some garlic.

When the broth warms and starts to simmer add your noodles, mixed vegetables and the turkey meat.

Cover and simmer for 7-9 minutes or cook for the duration directed on the pasta packaging. Your soup is ready when the noodles are tender.

Allow to cool slightly and serve.

Notes

You could substitute the turkey with chicken dices or pre-cooked hamburger meat. Or omit it entirely.

If you use raw meat dices instead of pre-cooked, add them when you put in the pasta. Ensure they cook thoroughly.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1 cup

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 484Total Fat: 5.4gSodium: 158mgCarbohydrates: 74.1gFiber: 3.7gSugar: 2.7gProtein: 32.4g
© Krista
Category: Soup
The hardest part of this meal is cutting up the turkey. Really. Everything else is just throw in a pot and turn on the stove. Stir it every once in a while and you’ll have a delicious dinner ready in less than 30 minutes.

My kids loved it. And it was even finger-food-friendly for the baby – I just drained the juice off and he went to town.

I love that our Turkey Noodle Soup was delicious, super fast, healthy (under 500 calories) and that my whole family enjoyed it!

November 11, 2015 by Krista

Slow Cooker Wild Rice and Chicken Soup

Monday night we got almost six inches of snow – six! That’s a big deal for us desert rats. They delayed school by two hours and we played in the snow last night. It’s also a big deal that the snow was still there to play in eight hours later. We even made snow ice cream for dessert. But for dinner, we had delicious wild rice and chicken soup. Some days are just soup days and this soup is the kind that makes you want to snuggle in with a book or good TV show and then go to bed. It’s amazing, make extra!

WILD RICE AND CHICKEN SOUP

Slow Cooker Wild Rice and Chicken Soup

 

Ingredients:
– 1/2 cup butter
– 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup celery, chopped
– 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
– 8 cups chicken broth
– 2 cups wild rice
– 1 lb chicken breast, cubed
– 1 tsp sea salt
– 1 tsp rosemary
– 1 tsp thyme
– 1/2 tsp white pepper

Directions:
Melt the butter in a small sauce pan and gradually whisk in the flour to make a rue.
Add all ingredients to the slow cooker, including the rue. Mix to incorporate.
Cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours.

Slow Cooker Wild Rice and Chicken Soup CloseUp

 

We like ours thick and hearty. If you want a thinner soup, add 2-4 more cups of chicken broth until desired thickness is reached. You can also omit the rue, but it will slightly change the flavor.

This is one of our newest additions to our family menu, joining our family-approved last around Christmas last year. We absolutely love it! Even Little J, who gets bored of eating and has a hard time finishing dinner most nights, gobbles this stuff up. And Baby N, who is in his Mr. Independent stage will let me feed him this soup. Boy knows not to let good food go to waste.

Not only is it a hit with the whole family, it freezes fantastically. Which means it’s a great quick and easy menu option too.  Pull it out of the freezer and warm it on the stove.

Hearty Slow Cooker Wild Rice and Chicken Soup

 

This soup is hearty, filling and full of flavor. Perfect for cold wintry nights and after a day out in the snow. It makes me wish we had a fireplace so I could eat my soup in front of it. The great part about the slow cooker, besides the set it and forget it part, is that I can make a lot, freeze the leftovers and I’ve made three dinners for not much more work than making one. Total mom score during the busy, hectic holidays.

I'm Krista. Ringleader here on While He Was Napping, wife to my handsome Mr. Right & momma to my THREE energetic boys, Big J (9), Little J (6) & Little N (4). We FINALLY added a beautiful little girl to our family last December.

I’m knee-deep in Tonka trucks & Thomas trains. I survive our crazy days with Vanilla Coke, Sonic slushies, sweet snuggles and little giggles. When I tuck them in tight & kiss them good night, I get a little time to create & just be me.


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