Chicken Fajitas

Chicken Fajitas I have a confession to make: this recipe has been languishing in my drafts folder for nearly four years. It is something I cook all the time but usually after work when I just want something quick and can’t be bothered trying to make it look pretty. So I made it this weekend […]

Smoked Paprika Chicken Salad

I’m not one for dry January or any of that clean eating craic, but even I crave a lighter dinner once in a while. One of my favourite salads to make midweek is my Warm Chicken and Bacon Salad. Let’s face it though, there is nothing light about it.

Easy Mexican Chicken Wraps

These Easy Mexican Chicken Wraps should really be described as Tex-Mex at best. They are based on wraps that I used to buy years ago in a local butcher shop but I can’t get them anymore. I have started making them myself and they have quickly become a favourite in our house.

‘Southern Fried’ Chicken Goujons

These Southern Fried Chicken Goujons are a big hit in my home. I like them as I find chicken quite boring and like to have the crunch of the coating with plenty of mild spices to boost flavour.

Drunken Chicken Wings with Blue Cheese Dip

I love red meat especially a nice steak and don’t get me started on smoked bacon. However, I don’t get the appeal of pork and most of the time chicken is a bit, well, meh.

Proper Baked Beans

  When I bought Tom Kerridge’s Proper Pub Food some time ago his recipe for Proper Baked Beans caught my eye. But I never actually made it. Then I saw Jamie Oliver’s Comfort also has a recipe for homemade baked beans. I was wondering if it would really be worth the effort. It is, believe […]

Smoked Chicken and Pancetta Caesar Salad

   I was always of the belief that a Caesar Salad couldn’t be called a Caesar Salad without anchovies in the dressing. I was delighted to see in Nigella’s Kitchen that they weren’t in the original dressing! This made me so happy, I can’t stand when there is a strong taste of anchovies on my […]

Crispy Chicken Cutlets

This recipe from is from Nigella’s Kitchen. I pretty much use the original recipe without any changes but as it is not online I thought I would share it.