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Blackened Salmon with Creamy Dijon Sauce ☀️

Ingredients:

For the Salmon:

4 (6-ounce) salmon fillets
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 lime, juiced
For the Creamy Dijon Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:

Prepare the Salmon: In a bowl, combine the salmon fillets, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat. Let the salmon marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
Cook the Salmon: Grill or pan-fry the salmon fillets until cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let the salmon rest for a few minutes before serving.
Make the Creamy Dijon Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Serve: Place the cooked salmon fillets on plates. Drizzle with the Creamy Dijon Sauce and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Tips:

For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
Serve the salmon with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Lemon Herb Chicken Bowls with Creamy Dijon Sauce 🍋

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
For the Creamy Dijon Sauce:

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For the Bowls:

2 cups cooked rice or quinoa
1 pound green beans, trimmed and steamed or roasted
Sliced almonds, for garnish
Instructions:

Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, lemon pepper seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, oregano, and thyme. Toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-fry the chicken until cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Make the Creamy Dijon Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
Assemble the Bowls: Divide the rice or quinoa between two bowls. Top with the sliced chicken, steamed green beans, and drizzle with the Creamy Dijon Sauce. Garnish with sliced almonds.
Tips:

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken seasoning.
You can use any type of cooked grain you like, such as brown rice or quinoa.
Serve the bowls with your favorite toppings, such as avocado, shredded cheese, or a dollop of sour cream.

Lemon-Caper Chicken with Brown Butter Sauce 🍋

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Brown Butter Sauce:

4 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup capers, drained
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:

Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
Cook the Chicken: Grill or pan-fry the chicken until cooked through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes per side. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Make the Brown Butter Sauce: Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until the butter turns golden brown and nutty. Remove from heat and stir in the capers, lemon juice, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve: Arrange the sliced chicken on plates. Drizzle with the brown butter sauce and garnish with lemon wedges and additional capers.
Tips:

For a spicier dish, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken seasoning.
Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or pasta.

Seared Scallops with Cilantro Lime Sauce ☀️

Ingredients:

For the Scallops:

8 large sea scallops
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
1 lime, juiced
For the Cilantro Lime Sauce:

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions:

Prepare the Scallops: Pat the scallops dry with paper towels. In a bowl, combine the scallops, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Toss to coat. Let the scallops marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 24 hours.
Sear the Scallops: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallops and sear for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Make the Cilantro Lime Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, cilantro, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using).
Serve: Arrange the seared scallops on plates. Drizzle with the Cilantro Lime Sauce and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
Tips:

For a spicier dish, add more cayenne pepper to the seasoning.
Serve the scallops with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice