I love a good salad. The different flavors and textures, the unlimited combinations you can make, and a solid dressing to bring it together. This chicken quinoa salad hits on all of that and is so delicious! Plus it’s a warm salad, which is one of my favorite kinds. It has some crunch from the […] The post Chicken Quinoa Salad w/ Kale & Butternut Squash appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

It’s no secret I am a huge fan of homemade dressings and sauces. They are such an easy way to spice up a meal and by making them at home, you know exactly what goes into them. Besides, the secret to a really good salad is a homemade dressing. This maple mustard vinaigrette is such […] The post Mustard Vinaigrette appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

An easy weeknight pasta I can get behind!! To be honest, when I have pasta, it has to be packed with flavor and have a delicious sauce. And that is what this vegan pasta recipe is. No, I am not vegan, but I could eat this all the time and never get tired of it. […] The post Creamy Vegan Pasta with Veggies (30 Minutes) appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

We love a good easy protein for a busy night and these air fryer salmon bites have quickly become one of our new favorite ways to enjoy salmon. My husband isn’t the biggest fan of salmon but loves it when I make these! They are marinated in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce and then […] The post Air Fryer Salmon Bites appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Healthy chicken broccoli rice casserole! Chicken, broccoli, and rice can get a bad rap – aka boring diet food. But when it’s all nestled together with spices, a creamy sauce, and cheese, how can you go wrong?! To be honest, I had no idea what a casserole was until moving to Texas. I grew up […] The post Healthy Chicken Broccoli Rice Casserole appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Year in Review: Eat the Gains in 2024 – a look back on 2024 with everything that happened, the most popular recipes, and what’s to come for Eat the Gains! Another year in the books! It always feels like the year goes by so fast, but this year truly felt like it flew by! I have been […] The post Year in Review: Eat the Gains in 2024 appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Protein french toast! I am always looking to make classic dishes a little more balanced and macro-friendly and this french toast does not disappoint! It hits the mark of your traditional french toast – golden brown on the outside and a little creamy in the middle with the perfect amount of sweetness – but has […] The post Healthy Protein French Toast appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Copycat perfect bar recipe! Need I say more?! Since you guys are OBSESSED with our pumpkin perfect bars and birthday cake protein bars, we are sharing the classic chocolate peanut butter combo. Have you guys had Perfect Bars before? I was introduced to them a long time ago and they are pretty great! They are refrigerated protein bars made of […] The post Homemade Perfect Bar Recipe (4 Ingredients!) appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Classic chicken parmesan was one of my favorite pasta dishes growing up. You just can’t beat breaded chicken topped with sauce and melted cheese and served with a big bowl of pasta. Today, we are putting a fun spin on a classic with these chicken parmesan spaghetti squash boats. We are skipping the breadcrumbs and […] The post Chicken Parmesan Spaghetti Squash Boats appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more

Sheet pan nachos!! Crispy salty chips, seasoned meat, melty cheese, and tons of toppings for lots of different flavor and texture? What can you not love about them?! My family is huge fans of nachos and we had them frequently growing up. Some nights my mom would make a huge plate full and that would […] The post Sheet Pan Nachos with Chicken appeared first on Eat the Gains ..read more