Chicken, Turkey & Other Poultry
Fellow parents and weeknight chicken warriors,
I’m a single dad who’s cooked enough chicken to know three things: 1) it’s always on sale, 2) my kids will eat it if I call it “nuggets,” and 3) it doesn’t have to be boring. This section is all about making the most of chicken, turkey, and the magical power of a well-seasoned sheet pan.
Whether you’re trying to stretch a pack of drumsticks into two meals, reinvent leftover turkey, or just need one more way to cook boneless thighs before you lose your mind, these recipes are here to help. They’re simple, whole-food based, and tested in the chaos of real family kitchens.
So fire up the oven, skillet, or slow cooker, and let’s make something that’s healthy-ish, flavorful, and (fingers crossed) kid-approved—without the drive-thru or dinnertime drama.

Stuffed Bell Peppers with Chicken, Quinoa & Feta
Colorful bell peppers packed with chicken, quinoa, and feta—wholesome, filling, and freezer-friendly.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

Moist & Fluffy Spinach & Ricotta Turkey Meatloaf
This juicy turkey meatloaf is packed with spinach, ricotta, and flavor—perfect for weeknight dinner.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

🔥Dad Man Original Apocalypse Chicken Thighs
Spicy, smoky, slightly sweet chicken thighs that pack a punch—surprisingly kid-friendly and bold.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions

Italian Marinated Chicken Breast with Grilled Vegetables
Tender chicken breasts marinated in Italian herbs, grilled with veggies, and full of family-approved flavor.
🕓 20 min prep, 60 min on the table
👨🏻🍳 Skill level: 2/5
♨ Crock-Pot & Instant-Pot versions