Italian Inspired Recipes

Italian Sub Salad

Skip the bread and enjoy a bowl of this healthy Italian Sub Salad with salami, cold cuts and cheese, which takes the indulgence of an Italian hero served as a low-carb salad instead. Italian Sub Salad Whether you’re looking for a filling lunch, light dinner, or standout side, this Italian sub salad recipe delivers all […] …

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Risotto Primavera

This Risotto Primavera recipe showcases the freshness and variety of spring in a bowl loaded with asparagus, peas, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes. Risotto Primavera Risotto, a classic Italian favorite known for its creamy texture, is made even more delightful with the addition of crisp, fresh spring vegetables. It’s a perfect blend of the comforting arborio […] …

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Chicken Gnocchi Soup

Creamy “Marry Me” Chicken Gnocchi Soup is made with chicken breast, sausage, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and pillowy soft gnocchi. Chicken Gnocchi Soup My Marry Me Chicken recipe has been going viral in the Skinnytaste Facebook Community Group, so why not make it into a soup? Someone asked me to lighten a Marry Me Chicken Soup that […] …

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Crock Pot Pasta Sauce with Sausage

This easy, 5-ingredient Crock Pot Pasta Sauce made with chicken or turkey sausage is perfect for busy weeknights! Slow Cooker Pasta Sauce with Sausage On those busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook, using your slow cooker is a lifesaver! Turn it on in the morning, then come home and boil some pasta […] …

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Roasted Red Pepper Soup

Vegetarian Roasted Red Pepper Soup is a comforting, vibrant soup offering a perfect blend of sweetness, smokiness, and warmth. Roasted Red Pepper Soup Whether you’re looking for a cozy meal on a chilly evening or a vibrant starter to serve with a multi-course meal, this roasted red pepper soup is sure to warm you up. […] …

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Penne alla Vodka with Chicken

This healthier penne alla vodka with chicken is made with no heavy cream! Pureed roasted vegetables are my secret for a creamy vodka sauce that tastes just as good as the original. High protein, with 42 grams of protein per serving. Healthy Penne alla Vodka with Chicken Penne alla vodka is an Italian classic I […] …

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Marry Me Chicken

Don’t miss this lighter version of the trending “Marry Me Chicken” recipe. The same delicious creamy chicken with sundried tomatoes is made healthier with less fat and added spinach. Your guests will definitely want to say “Marry me” after trying this recipe! Marry Me Chicken This one-pan dinner is inspired by the viral “Marry Me …

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White Bean Crostini

Crostini are fun, bite-sized appetizers made of little slices of toasted baguette and topped with whatever your heart desires. For this crostini recipe, I used a healthy white bean topping drizzled with balsamic. White Bean Crostini Add this White Bean Crostini recipe to the menu for your next party! They taste amazing, look impressive, and …

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Cacio e Pepe Cheese Crisps

These Cacio e Pepe Cheese Crisps are fun and fast to make for an easy, low- carb holiday appetizer with only three ingredients! Cacio e Pepe Cheese Crisps Cacio e Pepe is an Italian pasta dish with Pecorino Romano cheese and lots of black pepper. I created these cheese crisps as a simple appetizer with …

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Escarole Pasta with Sausage and Peppers

Pasta with Italian Chicken Sausage, Peppers, and Escarole is a colorful, flavorful, 30-minute dish your whole family will love! Escarole Pasta with Sausage and Peppers This escarole pasta dish with sausage and peppers is quick and delicious, ready in less than 30 minutes making this a wonderful weeknight meal! If you’ve never cooked with escarole, …

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The Best Lasagna Recipe

The BEST easy, classic lasagna recipe made with a ground beef meat sauce, no- cook noodles, and cottage cheese for extra protein! Lasagna Recipe If you’re Italian and you’re thinking, cottage cheese in lasagna? I totally get you! I always turned my nose up to that idea. But with great cottage cheese brands available these …

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Butternut Squash Lasagna (No-Noodle)

This fall butternut squash lasagna swaps pasta for butternut squash and layered with chicken sausage, tomato sauce, ricotta, and mozzarella. It’s so delicious, you won’t miss the pasta! Butternut Squash Lasagna I’ve been making noodle-less zucchini lasagna for years, but now that fall is here, I wanted to try a variation with butternut. This butternut squash lasagna came out …

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Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce

Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce made with jumbo pasta shells stuffed with ricotta , mozzarella and spinach in a ground turkey meat sauce. Healthy, high protein and family friendly! Stuffed Shells with Meat Sauce Stuffed shells with meat sauce is a classic Italian-American dish that combines pasta, ricotta cheese, and a hearty meat sauce to …

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Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic

Oven roasted broccoli with smashed garlic takes broccoli from basic to delicious in under 30 minutes. A simple side dish with 5 ingredients. Roasted Broccoli with Smashed Garlic This easy broccoli recipe is perfect if you’re tired of making this green vegetable the same old way. Roasting broccoli with garlic creates a sweet, nutty flavor, …

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Zucchini Gnocchi

There are no potatoes in this homemade Zucchini Gnocchi. It’s mostly zucchini with a little flour and cheese, pan-fried with marinara sauce. Delish! Zucchini Gnocchi You may be familiar with my cauliflower gnocchi, which inspired this new version. Since zucchini is in season, I played around with this recipe and loved how it turned out. …

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Chicken Eggplant Parmesan

Chicken Eggplant Parmesan is made with breaded, air-fried (or baked) chicken breast and topped with a simple eggplant marinara sauce and fresh mozzarella. It’s high in protein and delicious! Chicken Eggplant Parmesan This easy Chicken Eggplant Parmesan is a fun spin on my Chicken Parmesan recipe. I wanted to incorporate eggplant since it’s in season …

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Italian Pasta Salad

Serve this delicious cold pasta salad at your next BBQ or summer party. It’s packed with colorful veggies, such as broccoli, tomatoes, and cucumbers, plus Italian favorites, like salami, cheese, pepperoncini, and olives. Italian Pasta Salad This fresh and flavorful pasta salad is one of my favorite cold pasta salads, perfect for any summer gathering. To make it …

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Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp and Tomato Cream Sauce

Angel hair pasta with shrimp and tomato sauce is made with a touch of cream, white wine and a hint of lemon. A quick weeknight dinner idea! Angel Hair with Shrimp Angel Hair Pasta with Shrimp in a light Tomato Cream Sauce so light and flavorful. The shrimp cooks with canned diced tomatoes, a touch …

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Delicious Lasagna Roll Ups With Cottage Cheese (High Protein)

These easy, delicious, high-protein Cottage Cheese Lasagna Roll Ups are vegetarian and perfect weeknight dinners. Lasagna Roll Ups With Cottage Cheese I swapped out ricotta for cottage cheese in these cheesy lasagna roll ups, and no one in my family noticed a thing! In fact my daughter actually liked it better! Cottage cheese has a …

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Flounder Piccata

Flounder piccata is breaded and lightly pan fried served in a lemon white wine butter sauce with capers and parsley. A delicious way to prepare fish! Flounder Piccata This Flounder Piccata recipe is an excellent way to prepare fish for people who are not fond of fish. Flounder has a mild flavor and tender texture …

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Italian Sub Broccoli Salad

This Italian broccoli salad is loaded with your favorite Italian hero fillings, like salami, ham, pepperoncini, mozzarella, and provolone. A flavorful make-ahead lunch! Italian Sub Broccoli Salad I posted this classic broccoli salad a few weeks ago. This new salad is inspired by an Italian Hero sandwich, turned salad. The bold flavors of an Italian …

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Baked Shrimp Parmesan Hero

You’ve had Chicken Parmesan, but have you ever tried a Shrimp Parmesan Hero? So good, made with baked breaded shrimp marinara and mozzarella. Shrimp Parmesan Hero Shrimp parmesan heroes were always one of my favorites to order as a kid in my local pizzeria. Ordering this from my favorite Italian restaurant meant it would be …

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Linguini and Shrimp Fra Diavolo

You’ll love this spicy, Italian-American Shrimp dish served over linguini, perfect for seafood lovers! Linguini and Shrimp Fra Diavolo Shrimp Fra Diavolo is a classic Italian-American seafood dish that’s perfect for spice lovers. This recipe combines succulent shrimp with a bold and spicy tomato sauce, served over a bed of linguini. It’s easy to make …

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Chicken Tenders Parmesan

If you need a family-friendly weeknight dish, you’ll love these baked Chicken Tenders Parmesan. My family loved it! Chicken Tenders Parmesan Two family favorites – chicken tenders and chicken parmesan – combine for an easy weeknight dish. I wasn’t sure how chicken parmesan would come out with chicken tenderloins, but I was pleasantly surprised. The …

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Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans)

Italian Pasta Fagioli (Pasta and Beans) is a great tasting, hearty, vegetarian pasta and bean soup – the perfect vegetarian dinner for a cold night. Pasta Fagioli This Pasta Fagioli, usually pronounced pasta fazool is a wonderful and filling meal that will keep you warm and satisfied all winter long. The combination of beans, vegetables, …

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