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Healthy Instant Pot Recipes: 2-in-1 Weeknight Dinners! Spaghetti, Butter Chicken + Fajitas!

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Butter chicken, or Murgh Makhani, originated in Delhi, India, in the 1950s. It was created by the chefs at the Moti Mahal restaurant, who used leftover chicken in a rich, buttery tomato sauce. This dish has since become a staple in Indian cuisine, celebrated for its creamy texture and aromatic spices. It's often served with naan or rice and is popular in Indian restaurants worldwide.

Ingredients

  • chicken
  • butter
  • cream
  • tomatoes
  • onions
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • spices

Instructions

  1. 1Marinate chicken in yogurt and spices for at least an hour.
  2. 2Heat butter in a pan and sauté onions until golden.
  3. 3Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
  4. 4Stir in tomatoes and simmer until soft.
  5. 5Blend the mixture into a smooth sauce.
  6. 6Return the sauce to the pan, add cream, and simmer.
  7. 7Add marinated chicken and cook until done.

Ingredient Alternatives

butter

Healthier: ghee

Cheaper: margarine

Ghee is a healthier fat option, while margarine is often more affordable.

cream

Healthier: coconut milk

Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk is lower in calories and adds flavor; evaporated milk is budget-friendly.

Techniques

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Equipment

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Hotdairy

Also Known As

Murgh Makhani

Fajitas originated in the Tex-Mex cuisine of the United States, but they are inspired by traditional Mexican cooking. The dish typically features grilled meat served with sautéed peppers and onions, wrapped in tortillas. It has become popular for its vibrant flavors and customizable nature, allowing for various fillings and toppings.

Ingredients

  • chicken breast
  • bell peppers
  • onion
  • tortillas
  • olive oil
  • lime juice
  • garlic
  • cumin
  • chili powder
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the chicken breast into thin strips.
  2. 2Season the chicken with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
  5. 5Remove the chicken and set aside.
  6. 6In the same skillet, add sliced bell peppers and onion, cooking until softened.
  7. 7Return the chicken to the skillet and mix with the vegetables.
  8. 8Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and stir well.
  9. 9Warm tortillas in a separate pan or microwave.
  10. 10Serve the chicken and vegetable mixture in tortillas.

Ingredient Alternatives

chicken breast

Healthier: chicken thighs

Cheaper: chicken thighs

Thighs are often more flavorful and less expensive.

olive oil

Healthier: avocado oil

Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is typically less expensive.

Techniques

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Equipment

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Medium

Also Known As

Fajitas de Pollo

Spaghetti and meatballs is a quintessential Italian-American dish that has become a staple in many households across the United States. It reflects the adaptation of Italian cuisine to American tastes and ingredients, often featuring larger meatballs and a hearty tomato sauce. While its origins can be traced back to Italian immigrants, the dish has evolved into a beloved comfort food, commonly served at family gatherings and celebrations.

Ingredients

  • spaghetti
  • ground beef
  • bread crumbs
  • egg
  • parmesan cheese
  • garlic
  • onion
  • tomato sauce
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Cook spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente.
  2. 2In a bowl, mix ground beef, bread crumbs, egg, grated parmesan, minced garlic, chopped onion, salt, and pepper.
  3. 3Form the mixture into meatballs.
  4. 4Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the meatballs on all sides.
  5. 5Add tomato sauce to the skillet and simmer the meatballs for 20 minutes.
  6. 6Serve meatballs over spaghetti and garnish with additional parmesan.

Ingredient Alternatives

ground beef

Healthier: ground turkey

Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often less expensive.

parmesan cheese

Healthier: nutritional yeast

Cheaper: grated cheese blend

Nutritional yeast is lower in calories and adds a cheesy flavor, while a cheese blend can be more budget-friendly.

Techniques

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Equipment

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🌶️🌶️🌶️Lowglutendairy

Also Known As

Spaghetti with Meatballs

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