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Welcome to Slender Kitchen! Easy, healthy recipes for busy homes. Enjoy mealtime again with recipes that are nutritious, delicious, and easy to prepare.

Chicken fajitas with peppers, onions, and cilantro in flour tortillas. Quick and Easy Dinners Slow cooker pork tenderloin with mustard sauce and broccolini on a white platter. Slow Cooker Ground Turkey stir fry with green beans and mushrooms in a black skillet with a wooden spoon. Stir Fry Salmon tacos with corn salsa, mango, fresh avocado slices, and lime wedges on a tray. Mexican Recipes
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A creamy oatmeal bowl topped with banana slices, walnuts, and chocolate sprinkles. Nearby are ripe bananas, walnuts, chocolate sprinkles, and milk. Warm, inviting tone.

Banana Protein Oatmeal
318 CAL 12g PROTEIN 5 MINS
A bowl of colorful vegan stir-fry with edamame, quinoa, and vegetables on a gray cloth. Nearby are scattered sesame seeds and a small bowl of edamame.

Vegetarian Korean Bowls
295 CAL 39g PROTEIN 20 MINS
Plate of five colorful egg muffins with veggies, garnished with a parsley leaf. Accompanied by a black fork, napkin, and nearby olive oil. Inviting and fresh.

Cottage Cheese Omelet Muffins
202 CAL 20g PROTEIN 25 MINS
A bowl of hearty tomato soup with shrimp and herbs. The soup is a rich, warm reddish color, garnished with chopped parsley, next to a pot. Cozy and appetizing.

Fish and Shrimp Stew
271 CAL 42g PROTEIN 40 MINS
A vibrant kale salad on a white oval plate, garnished with pine nuts, grated cheese, and olives. Nearby are lemon wedges, olive oil, and a pepper grinder.

Kale Caesar Quinoa Bowl
352 CAL 13g PROTEIN 35 MINS

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Healthy Chicken Parmesan with breaded chicken covered in sauce and cheese on a sheet pan with roasted green beans.
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Sheet Pan Healthy Chicken Parm

Roasted balsamic chicken thighs with vegetables on a sheet pan sprinkled with Italian seasoning.
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Roasted Balsamic Chicken Thighs and Vegetables

One pan sausage, potato, and veggie in a baking dish with a wooden spoon.
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One Pan Sausage, Potato, and Vegetable Bake

Sheet pan chicken fajitas with chicken breast, peppers, onions, and limes on a baking sheet .
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas (5 Ingredients!)

Thai Cashew Chicken with vegetables on a sheet pan.
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Sheet Pan Thai Cashew Chicken and Vegetables

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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken with roasted red peppers, olives, capers, and more in a skillet.
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Slow Cooker Mediterranean Chicken

Healthy taco soup with black beans, pinto beans, shredded chicken, cilantro, and cheese.
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Healthy Taco Soup

Slow cooker turkey meatballs in a shallow bowl with marinara sauce, fresh basil, and Parmesan cheese.
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Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs

Slow cooker red pepper Italian chicken in a bowl with cooked chicken breast, bell peppers, garlic over white rice.
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Slow Cooker Italian Red Pepper Chicken

Slow cooker pork tenderloin with mustard sauce and broccolini on a white platter.
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Slow Cooker Pork Tenderloin

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