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SLOW-COOKER CREAMY CHICKEN POT PIE

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This easy slow-cooker chicken pot pie is every bit as good as the original. Traditional chicken pot pie is baked in the oven and topped with a flaky pie crust. It’s hard to think of a heartier family meal—but on a hectic weeknight, who has the time? This ultra-simple twist makes it possible to get all the amazing flavors of a classic chicken pot pie with none of the hassle.

The secret to this easy Slow-Cooker Creamy Chicken Pot Pie: Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Biscuits. Paired with chicken thighs, thawed, frozen mixed veggies, and a handful of other simple ingredients, it all comes together to make a delicious, hearty meal with almost no prep—perfect for busy weeknights.

Looking for more ways to use up the chicken in your fridge? We have a ton of easy chicken recipes to choose from.

RECIPE INGREDIENTS

Add a few kitchen staples to your slow cooker; then, set it and forget it! You’ll have creamy, comforting homemade pot pie that practically makes itself. Here’s what you’ll need.

Pillsbury™ Grands!™ Southern Homestyle Buttermilk Biscuits: These create a fluffy, golden topping that makes this dish feel like old-fashioned comfort food.

Chicken Thighs: They stay juicy and flavorful in the slow cooker—unlike chicken breasts, which can dry out with longer cook times.

Chicken Gravy Mix: This adds instant, savory flavor and helps thicken the sauce, making the creamy filling rich and delicious with minimal effort.

Other Ingredients You’ll Need: Frozen mixed veggies are a pot pie must-have! Bonus: they come already cut into bite-size pieces, so you don’t have to spend time chopping. Heavy cream and flour help create a rich, silky gravy, and poultry seasoning gives this dish a nice, savory, homemade flavor.

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Easy and Delicious Stromboli

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This easy pizza stromboli recipe is a family favorite, made even simpler with Pillsbury™ Classic Crust Pizza Crust and just five more ingredients. Quick, flavorful, and homemade, it’s a delicious twist on traditional pizza. Ready in under an hour (20 minutes prep, 15 to 20 minutes bake time), this pizza stromboli recipe saves you time so you can take those extra minutes to sit down and enjoy the meal with your family.

This warm, savory stromboli offers the pizza taste kids love without the mess. While its origins are debated, Romano’s Italian Restaurant in Philadelphia claims to have coined the name “stromboli” in 1950. Rumor has it the pizzeria’s owner Nazzareno Romano was looking to expand his pizza shop menu and created the stromboli!

Once you master this pizza stromboli recipe, check out even more tasty stromboli recipes and find a whole new way to do pizza night.

Recipe Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make this easy, cheesy pizza stromboli recipe. With just a few classic ingredients, you’ll have a hearty, crowd-pleasing meal in no time. Check out all the recipe details below!

Pillsbury™ Classic Crust Pizza Crust: When we’re looking for classic homemade taste with next-to-no effort, this is our go-to. Just pop it open and start building your stromboli!

Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: It wouldn’t be a stromboli without the classic cheese pull. It’s so melty and gooey, and it holds everything together!

Other Ingredients: We used ground beef in our stromboli recipe, but you could use ground turkey if you prefer. Pizza sauce and Italian seasoning add the perfect Italian-inspired flavors, and we like to add chopped bell peppers for extra crunch and veggie goodness.

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Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Chicken

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This Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Chicken recipe is everything you crave in a weeknight dinner—it’s easy, flavorful, and totally satisfying. Made with a simple blend of hot sauce and honey, it strikes the perfect balance between sweet and spicy, with just enough heat to keep things interesting while still being kid-approved.

The magic is in the texture: the chicken bakes up crispy and crunchy on the outside while staying tender and juicy on the inside. Plus, if you line your sheet pan with parchment paper before cooking, cleanup is a breeze!

This dish can be enjoyed in so many ways. Serve it on a toasted bun with crunchy slaw for a next-level chicken sandwich, serve it over fluffy rice or pasta for a hearty meal, or slice it up and toss it on a salad for something lighter. However you serve it, sheet-pan hot honey chicken is sure to become a favorite in your dinner rotation.

How to Make Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Chicken

Need a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love? This Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Chicken recipe comes together in no time.

1. Prep and Bake the Chicken

Start by seasoning your chicken with salt, then coat each piece in flour, dip in beaten eggs, and cover with breadcrumbs. Bake on a parchment-lined sheet pan at 425ºF for 20 to 25 minutes, until the chicken is golden and crispy.

2. Make the Glaze

While the chicken bakes, whisk together hot sauce and honey for a simple, sweet-and-spicy glaze. Drizzle the sauce over the warm chicken, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and you’re ready to eat! Check out the full recipe details below.

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EASTER PIE

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Easter Pie is a rich, meat-and-cheese-filled Italian dish traditionally served on Easter. As the center of Catholicism, Italy takes the season of Lent seriously, so even lapsed Italian Catholics often still “give up” something for the period between Ash Wednesday and Easter. Traditionally, delicious Italian meats and sweets were on the chopping block, though fish and eggs were acceptable.

No matter how one chooses to practice Lent, if at all, there’s no denying this indulgent double-crusted pie is the perfect way to end any fast, diet, or time of scarcity. Nothing says rich and indulgent like a variety of Italian meats and cheeses tucked in between two layers of flaky pie crust. In Italy, this classic savory pie is so popular, it’s not just reserved for Easter. Many families make it throughout the year. Try adding it to your repertoire for Easter—or anytime!

HOW TO MAKE EASTER PIE

Our Easter Pie recipe uses a few shortcuts to deliver the classic flavors of the original with much less time and effort. Here’s a peek at how we make it. You can see the full list of ingredients and instructions below.

Mix the Filling

To make the base of this recipe, mix eggs and cheeses.

While traditional Italian Easter Pie uses a type of cheese called basket cheese in addition to the ricotta and other cheeses, we skipped that ingredient as it can be difficult to find unless you’re close to an Italian grocery store just before Easter. We prefer whole milk ricotta for its luxurious texture, and we chose the easy bagged blend of shredded mozzarella and provolone cheeses for simplicity. You can decide whether to grate your own Parmesan cheese or opt for the pre-grated Parmesan cheese in the shaker container. (We don’t think anyone will know the difference.)

Add the Meats

Stir the meats into the egg and cheese mixture.

An authentic Easter meat pie calls for diced Italian deli meats, but sliced versions of salami, prosciutto, and pepperoni are readily available in most grocery stores. We’re calling for those and chopping them up for this simplified recipe.

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PHILLY CHEESESTEAK BISCUIT BOMBS

Philly cheese steak fans, this one is for you! Just when you thought the classic sandwich couldn’t get any better, we stuffed all of the best Philly cheese steak ingredients inside flaky, buttery biscuits for a winning dish that can double as dinner or party appetizer! Made with only six ingredients, it’s super easy to throw together, whatever the occasion.

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Italian Beef Crescent Ring

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When it comes to iconic American foods, few can hold a candle to the flavorful and hearty Italian beef sandwich. This classic dish has a vibrant history and origin that reflects the rich culinary traditions of Chicago. Whether you’re cooking for a special occasion or simply indulging in delicious comfort food, our variation as a crescent ring is a taste experience like no other.

Our Chicago Italian hot beef crescent ring is a modern twist on this classic sandwich. A staple of Chicago’s culinary scene, this beloved sandwich was born in the early 1900s when Italian immigrants brought their rich culinary traditions to the Windy City.

The original Italian beef sandwich was made with thinly sliced roast beef simmered in flavorful juices, then piled high on a sturdy Italian roll. The sandwich was often topped with spicy giardiniera, sweet peppers, or both, for a perfect balance of sweet and heat. Our crescent ring version wraps those classic elements—along with some melty cheese—in flaky crescent dough, creating a delightful and shareable dish.

The Italian crescent ring is a versatile pick for any occasion, from potlucks, game days, family gatherings, or weeknight dinners. With just a few ingredients, it’s a convenient and delicious option for a quick and satisfying midweek meal. But it’s also a beautiful, filling dish, making it ideal for parties and casual celebrations.

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DELICIOUS DIY DOUGHNUTS

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These tempting treats are as tasty as the ones in the bakery case—and they’re a breeze to make using some of our Pillsbury products as the base ingredient. With such a variety of flavors, mornings just got a little sweeter and a little easier!

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HOW TO DEFROST GROUND BEEF

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Forget the panic of realizing your ground beef is still in the freezer with dinner looming close! Discover how to defrost ground beef safely and effectively, whether you’re in need of the best way to thaw frozen ground beef slowly in the fridge or the fastest way to thaw ground beef when time isn’t on your side. This guide covers it all, helping you ensure the freshness and safety of your dishes with delicious recipe ideas to get you started.

Picture this: It’s almost dinner time, the family is getting hungry, everyone’s excited for your cooking, and suddenly, you realize your ground beef is still frozen solid. Don’t worry! Knowing how to defrost ground beef safely and quickly is something every home cook needs. Thawing your beef correctly not only ensures it stays fresh and flavorful but also keeps dangerous bacteria like at bay.

This guide walks you through the best ways to thaw ground beef, from the safest (refrigerator) to the fastest (microwave), while making sure the food quality and safety stays intact. Whether you’re planning make-ahead meals or need dinner on the table pronto, you’ll find easy, actionable tips to prepare properly thawed meat for your next hearty dish.

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CHICKEN BACON RANCH CASSEROLE

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Level up your casserole game in the easiest way with a yummy Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. Simple, hearty and guaranteed to please, this creamy chicken pasta dish will have the whole family asking for seconds. Prep your casserole in just 20 minutes, then let your oven do all the heavy lifting—this chicken bacon ranch pasta bake is the definition of comfort food!

MORE ABOUT THIS RECIPE

  • Pasta is our go-to dinner and there are few flavor combos we appreciate more than chicken, bacon and ranch, so it was only a matter of time before we introduced them to one another. This chicken-bacon-ranch pasta dish is an easy dinner that has the potential to be even easier when you use precooked bacon and rotisserie chicken. Have a few boxes of penne pasta on hand? You can make a casserole, dinner in the skillet or a one-pot meal with these penne recipes.

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