Mr. Make It Happen
50 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
Ultimate Five‑Cheese Baked Mac and Cheese (No Eggs, No Roux)
A creamy, cheesy, and flavorful baked mac and cheese that skips the traditional roux and eggs. Using five carefully balanced cheeses, a buttery cream‑cheese base, and a hint of chicken bouillon, this dish delivers a perfect cheese pull and a golden crust. Ideal for a comforting dinner or a crowd‑pleasing potluck.
Ultimate Jalapeño Bacon Jam Burger
A juicy smash‑burger topped with sweet‑spicy jalapeño bacon jam and a tangy homemade burger sauce, sandwiched between toasted brioche buns. This recipe walks you through making the jam, sauce, and perfect smash patties for a restaurant‑quality burger at home.
Extra Crispy Chicken Tenders
A foolproof method for the crispiest chicken tenders ever, using a buttermilk hot‑sauce brine and a double‑dredge technique, finished with a tangy honey‑mustard dip. Perfect for kids and adults alike.
You Won’t Believe The Secret Ingredient for the MOST CRISPY Fried Chicken
A step‑by‑step guide to the crispiest fried chicken you’ll ever taste, featuring a buttermilk‑hot‑sauce brine, a double‑coating of flour and cornstarch, and a secret splash of vodka for extra crunch. Inspired by Mr. Make It Happen’s viral video, this recipe delivers restaurant‑level crunch at home.
Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken
A Southern‑style crispy fried chicken marinated in tangy buttermilk and seasoned with a blend of lemon pepper, hot sauce, and a secret seasoning mix. Perfect for Friendsgiving or any gathering, this recipe delivers juicy meat inside a golden, crunchy crust.
Chopped Italian Sub
A hearty, deli‑style Italian sandwich packed with ham, salami, mortadella, pepperoni, provolone, banana peppers and a tangy Italian dressing, served on garlic‑butter toasted bread. Perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Louisiana Chicken Pasta (Cheesecake Factory Copycat)
A creamy, Cajun‑spiced pasta with sautéed peppers, onions, mushrooms, and a crispy butterflied chicken breast. This copycat recreates the popular Louisiana Chicken Pasta from the Cheesecake Factory using pantry staples and easy techniques for a restaurant‑quality meal at home.
Sweet Potato Casserole
A holiday‑ready sweet potato casserole with a buttery, sugary mash and a crunchy pecan crumble topping. Inspired by the classic side served at Ruth's Chris, this recipe is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter gatherings.
I Was Making This Recipe All Wrong! Bay Area Style Garlic Noodles
A flavorful, garlic‑forward noodle dish inspired by the iconic Bay Area eateries. Tender shrimp, roasted and fresh garlic, green onions, and a savory soy‑oyster sauce coat thin noodles, finished with butter, sesame oil, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Ready in about 80 minutes, this recipe captures the authentic taste of San Francisco’s beloved garlic noodles.
How To Make Pasta Carbonara - Spaghetti Carbonara Recipe
A creamy, romantic twist on classic Italian carbonara featuring diced onion, garlic, guanciale (or pancetta/bacon), Pecorino Romano, and fresh parsley. Perfect for a Valentine’s Day dinner, this dish balances rich pork flavor with a silky egg‑cheese sauce tossed with al dente spaghetti.
Chicken Alfredo with Fettuccine
A creamy, comforting Chicken Alfredo made from scratch with seared chicken breasts, homemade Alfredo sauce, and fettuccine pasta. No jarred sauce needed—just butter, cream, Parmesan, and a touch of lemon pepper and Cajun seasoning for depth.
These Empanadas Almost Started a Fight at My Christmas Party
Crispy fried empanadas packed with shaved ribeye, sautéed onions and bell peppers, melted colby‑jack cheese, and a spicy garlic aioli. Perfect for game day, holidays, or any party spread.
How To Make Chicken Tortilla Soup (In Under 30 Minutes!) Quick & Easy Recipe
A hearty, smoky chicken tortilla soup perfect for cold winter days. Made with rotisserie chicken, black and kidney beans, fire‑roasted tomatoes, chipotle peppers, and crunchy tortilla strips. Garnished with avocado, cilantro, sour cream, and shredded Fontina cheese.
This is My Favorite Meal of All Time
Tender, juicy bone‑in short ribs are seared, then braised in a rich red‑wine and beef broth until falling off the bone. Served over creamy mashed potatoes and finished with a silky cornstarch‑thickened pan sauce, this comforting dish is perfect for a hearty dinner.
Zuppa Toscana Recipe! BETTER Than Olive Garden
A hearty Italian-inspired soup packed with potatoes, kale, Italian sausage, and a splash of cream. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner that sneaks in veggies and delivers big flavor.
This is the REAL KFC
Crispy double‑fried Korean chicken drumsticks tossed in a sweet‑spicy gochujang sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh chives. This copycat KFC‑style Korean fried chicken delivers a crunchy exterior, juicy interior, and bold flavor.
How To Make Crispy Air Fryer Wings - Lemon Pepper Chicken Wing Recipe
Air‑fried chicken wings coated in a light corn‑starch crust and tossed in a bright lemon‑pepper butter sauce. The recipe walks you through cutting whole wings to save money, drying them for maximum crispiness, and finishing with a fresh parsley garnish. Perfect for game day, parties, or a quick snack.
How To Make The Best Chicken Pot Pie Ever (Quick & Easy Recipe)
A comforting chicken pot pie made in under an hour using store‑bought pie crust and rotisserie chicken. Perfect for cold winter evenings, this recipe combines a buttery flaky crust with a creamy vegetable‑filled chicken filling.
These Are The Most Delicious Potatoes I've Ever Made (Loaded Smashed Potato Recipe)
Crispy smashed fingerling potatoes tossed in garlic‑rosemary olive oil, topped with sharp cheddar, bacon, and a lime‑infused sour cream. Perfect as a festive side for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any holiday dinner.
Broke Up With Chipotle & This Was The Result!
A copycat Chipotle chicken bowl packed with marinated chicken thighs, cilantro-lime rice, smoky bacon black beans, roasted corn salsa, and fresh guacamole. Perfect for a budget-friendly Mexican feast at home.
BEST MAC & CHESE EVER!
A super‑creamy, ultra‑cheesy mac and cheese made without a roux or eggs. Heavy cream, cream cheese, and a blend of five cheeses create a rich sauce that’s finished in the oven for a golden crust. Perfect for Easter gatherings or any cook‑out season.
Learn How To Make The Most Flavorful Chicken Alfredo In Less Than 30 Minutes
A creamy, restaurant‑style Chicken Alfredo made from scratch with juicy seasoned chicken breasts, a rich butter‑cream‑Parmesan sauce, and fettuccine noodles. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal‑prep.
The Best 2 Ways to Cook Lobster at Home
Learn how to turn frozen lobster tails into restaurant-quality steakhouse-style baked lobster and a luxurious butter-poached lobster pasta. This step‑by‑step guide from Mr. Make It Happen covers everything from prepping the tails with kitchen scissors to creating a silky butter emulsion, baking, poaching, and finishing a elegant pasta dish.
This Seafood Lasagna Deserves To Be On Your Dinner Table
A festive, creamy seafood lasagna packed with shrimp, lobster claw meat, and lump crab, layered with ricotta‑parmesan mixture and topped with mozzarella and sharp cheddar. Perfect for a holiday dinner or special occasion.
The Shrimp Fried Rice Recipe I Can't Live Without
A quick, easy, and inexpensive shrimp fried rice that uses fresh cooked rice instead of day‑old rice. Seasoned with soy sauce, hoisin, sesame oil, and a touch of lemon‑pepper seasoning, this dish is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a budget‑friendly lunch.
Cheddar Bay Biscuit Pot Pie
A comforting chicken pot pie topped with fluffy, cheesy Cheddar Bay biscuits. This one‑dish meal combines a creamy vegetable‑chicken filling with a buttery biscuit crust, baked until golden and bubbly.
How To Make Shepherd's Pie - Shepherd's Pie Recipe for St. Patrick's Day 'sPie
A hearty Irish‑style Shepherd's Pie perfect for St. Patrick's Day. Tender lamb‑beef meat sauce with carrots, peas and onions is topped with ultra‑smooth, buttery mashed potatoes, a golden egg‑yolk crust and melted Gruyère. Easy to make, great for meal‑prep, and adaptable for low‑carb or gluten‑free diets.
Ultimate Potato Soup Recipe
A rich, comforting potato soup loaded with crispy bacon, melted cheddar, and a hint of garlic‑herb cheese. The soup stays chunky thanks to half‑mashed potatoes, and it’s finished with sour cream, extra cheese, crumbled bacon, and fresh chives for a perfect balance of creamy, salty, and savory flavors.
How To Make Salisbury Steak
A comforting classic childhood favorite: juicy Salisbury steak served over creamy mashed potatoes with a rich onion‑mushroom gravy. This recipe is quick, inexpensive, and perfect for a hearty dinner.
The Most Flavorful Garlic Butter Shrimp Ever
A quick, flavor‑packed garlic butter shrimp served with crispy roasted‑garlic French bread. Perfect as an appetizer, over pasta, rice, or a salad for a satisfying main course.
How To Make THE BEST Baked Spaghetti
A comforting, layered baked spaghetti casserole that combines a rich meat sauce, creamy sour‑cream & Boursin mixture, and plenty of melted mozzarella, cheddar and parmesan. Perfect for family dinners and leftovers that freeze well.
Easy & Delicious Prime Rib Perfection
A festive, juicy prime rib roast seasoned with a heavy kosher salt dry‑brine, tied with butcher twine, and slathered in a fragrant herb‑garlic compound butter. The roast starts at a scorching 500°F for a perfect bark, then finishes low and slow at 325°F for a tender medium‑rare center. Ideal for Christmas or any special occasion.
Here's The Secret To Perfectly Crispy Fried Chicken Wings (Corn Starch vs Flour)
Crispy, golden fried chicken wings tossed in a sweet‑spicy hot honey garlic sauce. Brined in buttermilk for juiciness, coated in a seasoned flour‑cornstarch blend, then fried at 350°F for ultimate crunch. Serve as a crowd‑pleasing appetizer or snack.
How To Make Creamy & Delicious Chicken Tortilla Soup
A hearty, creamy chicken tortilla soup packed with rotisserie chicken, black beans, corn, and a blend of Mexican spices. Topped with fried tortilla strips, sour cream, avocado, cheese, and fresh cilantro for a comforting, restaurant‑quality bowl at home.
Comfort Cheat Code! Chicken Pot Pie w/ Cheddar Bay Biscuits
A comforting chicken pot pie elevated with a flaky Cheddar Bay biscuit crust. Using rotisserie chicken, mixed vegetables, and a buttery biscuit topping inspired by Red Lobster, this one‑dish meal is perfect for weeknight dinners or repurposing holiday leftovers.
You've Been Making Rotel Dip All Wrong! (Delicious Cheese Dip Appetizer Recipe)
A crowd‑pleasing Tex‑Mex appetizer that upgrades classic queso with hot Jimmy Dean breakfast sausage, Velveeta, smoked gouda, sharp cheddar, fire‑roasted Rotel tomatoes, chipotle adobo juice, and a splash of heavy cream. Served with crispy homemade tortilla chips fried to golden perfection.
Chicken Fried Rice At Home
A quick, budget‑friendly fried rice loaded with thinly sliced chicken, jalapeños, and a sweet‑spicy sauce. The recipe uses fresh‑cooked rice that’s air‑dried for perfect texture, making it ideal for weeknight meals.
THIS is the BEST Fried Cabbage I’ve Ever Had
A shareable, Cajun‑inspired skillet dish that combines smoky Andouille sausage, jumbo shrimp, tender potatoes, corn, and sautéed cabbage tossed in a buttery, lemon‑y seafood boil sauce. Quick, inexpensive, and perfect as an appetizer or main course.
The Most Underrated Chili Ever!
A fast‑track, creamy white chicken chili packed with rotisserie chicken, white beans, green chilies, and a touch of cream cheese. Perfect for chilly fall evenings, this recipe comes together in under an hour and is great for meal‑prep.
The SECRET To CRISPY French Fries at Home! (Air Fried & Deep Fried)
Learn how to make restaurant‑level crispy French fries at home using two methods: a classic deep‑fried version and a healthier air‑fried version. The recipe includes a double‑blanch technique, precise oil temperatures, and tips for vacuum‑sealing and freezing fries for future cravings.
Birria Ramen
A hearty, spicy ramen made with tender chunks of chuck roast, rehydrated dried chilies, and a rich tomato‑brown‑sugar broth. Cooked in a pressure cooker for maximum flavor in minimal time, then finished with ramen noodles and classic toppings.
Need Your Taco Fix? Try These Incredible Crispy Beef Tacos
Tender, pressure‑cooked chuck roast shredded and tossed in a smoky chipotle‑lime sauce, then served in crispy fried tortillas. Perfect for a flavorful Taco Tuesday.
Easy and Delicious Cajun Chicken Alfredo Bake Recipe
A creamy, cheesy baked pasta loaded with seasoned chicken, smoky andouille sausage, and a kick of Cajun spices. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner that feels restaurant‑quality.
The BEST Way To Cook Chicken Breast! Easy Chicken Piccata
A quick, affordable, and flavor‑packed chicken picata served over thin spaghetti. Butter‑flattened chicken cutlets are lightly seasoned, dredged in a seasoned flour blend, shallow‑fried until golden, then tossed in a bright caper‑wine sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
Philly Cheesesteak Slidera
Juicy shaved ribeye, sautéed onions and colorful bell peppers, and a tangy mayo‑garlic‑hot‑honey sauce are sandwiched between soft Hawaiian sweet rolls and topped with melty cheese. Perfect for parties, game day, or any gathering where you want guests to stay for seconds.
I Can't Stop Eating These Noodles!
A quick, easy, and flavorful Asian‑fusion noodle stir‑fry packed with garlic, chili, fresh vegetables, and a savory‑sweet sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner and easily customizable with your favorite proteins or veggies.
How To Make The Most FLAVORFUL Lasagna Soup EVER!
A hearty Italian‑American lasagna soup packed with ground beef, tomatoes, and broken lasagna noodles, served with a creamy ricotta‑Boursin topping and crisp garlic‑basil bread points. Perfect for cold winter evenings.
3 Ground Beef Meals for Under $15 — Quick, Cheap & Delicious!
A quick, budget‑friendly Korean‑style ground beef bowl served over rice. Sweet, salty, and tangy flavors come together in about 15 minutes, perfect for hectic weeknights.
Is potato salad a top 3 cookout side?
A creamy, tangy potato salad perfect for summer cookouts. Yukon Gold potatoes are boiled in chicken broth for extra flavor, then tossed with a zesty mayo‑relish dressing, crunchy celery, shallots (or onion), and chopped boiled eggs. Finished with a pinch of Old Bay seasoning, this side dish is family‑friendly and easy to make.
You Have To Try This Viral Smoked Queso Dip
A smoky, cheesy game‑day dip packed with seasoned ground beef, beef chorizo, black beans, and three kinds of cheese. Finished in a smoker for that authentic grill flavor, then thinned with half‑and‑half and heavy cream for perfect dip consistency.