Budget-Friendly Recipes

Marry Me Chicken – Budget Bytes

Any time a recipe goes viral with “Marry Me” in the title, I am always extra curious to give it a try. I mean, if a skillet dinner has that much power, I need to know what the fuss is about. And this easy Marry Me Chicken Recipe certainly doesn’t disappoint. It’s creamy, savory, and

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Carrot Cake – Budget Bytes

My soft and fluffy Carrot Cake, made with homemade cream cheese frosting, always steals the show! I’m a big fan of this recipe, and I love how you can mix it up to make it your own. I made this a sheet pan cake to keep this recipe easy and approachable. I also kept things

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Easy Cabbage Soup – Budget Bytes

I was first introduced to this recipe through the notorious cabbage soup diet. While I’m not a fan of that type of diet, I am a huge fan of this homemade Cabbage Soup recipe itself. Why? For one simple reason—it’s absolutely DELICIOUS. Yeah, I was surprised, too. The first time I tried it, I was pleasantly

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Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili – Budget Bytes

If there’s one flavor combo I can’t get enough of, it’s smoky, spicy Mexican chorizo with hearty sweet potatoes. This Chorizo Sweet Potato Chili combines those flavors into the most delicious one-pot meal for the whole family (seriously, this chili is the BOMB). Since chorizo is already packed with bold spices, I barely have to

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Sourdough Starter – Budget Bytes

People have worked with sourdough for thousands of years, long before there were little packets of sourdough starter available for sale in stores. (The oldest known sourdough bread dates back to 3700 BC!) So, fear not! I promise that making an active sourdough starter from scratch is much easier than you’d think! I’ve tested just

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Curry Chicken Salad – Budget Bytes

When I first posted this Curry Chicken Salad recipe 13 years ago, I never realized what a staple it would become in my meal-prep rotation. Tender pieces of chicken, crunchy almonds, sweet raisins, and crisp celery are wrapped up in a creamy, tangy, curry-spiced dressing. It’s texture heaven! Plus, this recipe is an absolute winner

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Cobb Salad – Budget Bytes

You already know my love for salad runs deep, and there’s nothing better than a hearty dinner salad…especially as the days are getting warmer! A classic Cobb Salad is a full meal on its own (no sides needed!), and it couldn’t be any easier to make at home on a budget. The mix of fresh

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Gumbo – Budget Bytes

There are SO many ways to make a soul-warming, homemade Gumbo, but this recipe is the one I always make for my family. I use andouille sausage, chicken thighs, and the Cajun holy trinity of vegetables (onion, celery, and bell pepper) to build layers of deep flavor. It’s comforting and, best of all, budget-friendly! But

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Easy Orange Chicken Recipe – Budget Bytes

OMG. This Easy Orange Chicken recipe is, without a doubt, STILL one of my all-time favorite take-out fake-out recipes I’ve ever shared on the blog! (I’m so happy I finally gave this recipe a try all the way back in 2017 😉 I’ve never looked back since!) The chicken pieces are tender, juicy, and lightly breaded,

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Asparagus Soup – Budget Bytes

Spring is finally here! I have to confess, the holidays are lovely and all, but I start counting the days until spring as soon as the New Year arrives. I know I’m supposed to live in the moment, but I am always looking forward to spring (and all the delicious produce that comes with it!)

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