The Cookie Rookie

3 days ago | thecookierookie.com | Becky Hardin

I can’t get enough of fried okra coated in crispy breading. It’s such a tasty snack or side dish, and it’s super easy to make too! The whole process takes just 30 minutes, and the okra is so unbelievably crispy on the outside and tender—never slimy—on the inside. Pin this recipe for later!Pin ItThe first time I tasted fried okra, I immediately understood the hype. It has such a unique flavor and texture! I knew I had to recreate this tasty dish at home.

1 week ago | thecookierookie.com | Becky Hardin

When I visit Chick Fil A, I always get the mac and cheese. Loaded with Cheddar, Parmesan, and Romano cheeses, it’s so creamy, tangy, and flavorful! This Chick Fil A mac and cheese recipe is so spot-on, I think it would win a blind taste test! I love that I can make my favorite mac and cheese at home in huge quantities for way less money, and my kids can’t even tell the difference! Mom win!Pin this recipe for later!Pin ItChick Fil A mac and cheese is unlike any other mac and cheese I’ve ever had.

1 week ago | thecookierookie.com | Becky Hardin

Ensure the chicken breasts are thin. If needed, slice the chicken breasts in half to create thinner pieces, or place the breasts between parchment paper or plastic wrap, and pound them thin. 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts*Rub the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. 3 tablespoons olive oilAdd the flour, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt to gallon-sized sealable plastic bag. Gently toss the bottom of the bag with your fingers to combine.

3 weeks ago | thecookierookie.com | Becky Hardin

In a large bowl, mix the ground chicken, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, parsley, Panko, egg, and lemon zest together. 1½ pounds ground chicken, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, ½ cup Panko breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, ½ tablespoon lemon zest Using a 1½-tablespoon-sized cookie scoop, roll the mixture into 12 meatballs. Try to keep them relatively the same size.

2 months ago | thecookierookie.com | Becky Hardin

You’re going to love my Healthy Homemade Croutons. They’re oven-baked (not fried), super simple to make, and honestly so much better than anything you’d grab off a grocery store shelf. Once you see how easy and delicious they are, I guarantee you’ll never go back to store-bought again. These golden, crispy bites add the perfect crunch—and a little wow factor—to any salad.