JERRY BUTLER ~ Moon River ~

Skillet meals are popular because they’re simple and make cleanup a breeze. A good skillet can go from the stovetop to the oven, making it perfect for everything from crispy fried chicken to baked desserts. Preparing a meal in a skillet helps to develop flavor, especially if using a cast iron skillet, because the pan will retain the heat, which creates wonderful browning, and adds flavor to dishes like meat, cornbread, and cobblers. In this roundup of easy skillet recipes, you’ll find easy meals, one-pan dinners, skillet breakfasts, and even cast iron desserts. Fewer pans, less clean up… that’s a win-win.

Chicken salad is one of our favorite dishes. It can be served on a croissant, stuffed into a sandwich, or alongside crackers. We’ve gathered chicken salad recipes that are perfect for quick lunches, picnics, and warm-weather meals. They prove there’s more than one way to prepare chicken salad. From a classic mayonnaise-based salad to fruity and nutty chicken salads, to creatively and boldly seasoned, these chicken salad recipes are worth trying.

Whether you’re planning a full Mexican-inspired dinner or hosting a small gathering with friends, these Mexican recipes perfect for Cinco de Mayo will have you covered.Popular Mexican foods to make at home are tacos, enchiladas, fresh salsa, guacamole, Mexican rice, nachos, and, of course, margaritas. This roundup of Mexican recipes will help you plan a great Cinco de Mayo menu. Check out these 40 (yes 40!) Cinco de Mayo recipes that you’ll want to make all year long!