Budget-Friendly Recipes

Juicy Baked Chicken Breast – Budget Bytes

Baked Chicken Breasts are one of my favorite go-to proteins of choice for lunch, dinner, and meal prep! They’re super versatile and can be added to salads, sandwiches, or served with your favorite roasted vegetables. And I’m letting you in on a little secret…brining your chicken breasts before baking them in the oven will seriously

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Black and White Cookies – Budget Bytes

For me, the only thing that’s more nostalgic “New York” than watching the ball drop in Times Square on New Year’s Eve are these Black and White Cookies! They’re pillowy and sweet like a slice of cake but easy to eat by hand like a cookie, decorated half and half with vanilla and chocolate icing.

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Cauliflower Parmesan – Budget Bytes

This Cauliflower Parmesan recipe is one my family enjoys on a regular basis, and I’m so excited to share it with you! Thick cauliflower steaks are brushed in an herby marinade, topped with fresh tomatoes and two types of cheese, and baked in the oven until golden, bubbly, and fork tender. And because I don’t

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Beef Stew – Budget Bytes

I don’t think I can make it through any fall or winter season without making this comforting, easy Beef Stew recipe for my family. It’s SO simple to make and is filled with rich, savory flavors and hearty veggies that seriously hit the spot on a chilly night. Plus, it’s a one-pot wonder that makes

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Homemade Chex Mix – Budget Bytes

Whether you’re preparing a spread for a football game, having friends and family over for Christmas or New Year, or just bingeing your favorite Netflix show, having some crunchy-salty snacks on hand is a must! But store-bought snacks, like Chex Mix, can get pricey. Luckily, making Chex Mix at home is super easy and it’s

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Candied Bacon – Budget Bytes

Calling all bacon lovers! Take your regular bacon up a notch with this easy Candied Bacon recipe. This is one of my favorite things to order at restaurants, but it’s so easy and a lot cheaper to make at home! There’s simply nothing quite like the combination of sweet mixed with savory flavors. So when

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Skillet Breakfast Potatoes – Budget Bytes

I feel like everyone needs a good go-to stovetop potato recipe in their back pocket. These Skillet Breakfast Potatoes are cooked perfectly with a buttery, tender inside and crispy golden-brown outside. I literally could not stop eating these while I was recipe testing. They’re just that good! And they’re a lot cheaper than the ones

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Graham Cracker Crust – Budget Bytes

There’s nothing more American than pie, so they say, and nothing more festive if you ask me! The holidays are here, and that means it’s pie season, y’all! It’s SO easy to make a Graham Cracker Crust at home, so save yourself a few bucks and skip the bland, store-bought crusts and try this buttery,

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Sugared Cranberries – Budget Bytes

These 3 ingredient Sugared Cranberries are the perfect budget-friendly way to immediately elevate any holiday spread! Everyone who sees them will comment on how beautiful they are. Then, they’ll try one, and you’ll have changed a life forever. They’re sweet, tangy, tart, and oh-so-festive all in one bite. Use them to decorate cakes, pies, and

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Eggnog Cookies – Budget Bytes

Ho, ho, ho! It’s time to break out your ugly holiday sweater and get cozy, y’all! My budget-friendly Eggnog Cookies are the perfect sweet treat to make and share with friends and family this holiday season. The cookie base is made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and spices, and then I add a buttery

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