The Stay At Home Chef
32 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
American Goulash
A super‑easy, budget‑friendly one‑pot American goulash packed with ground beef, tomatoes, elbow noodles and melted cheese. Perfect for feeding a crowd on a weeknight.
Easy Old-Fashioned Goulash
A comforting one‑pot American goulash made with ground beef, tomatoes, elbow noodles and melted cheese. Ready in under 45 minutes, this family‑favorite is perfect for quick weeknight dinners.
Classic Shepherd's Pie
A comforting British classic made with ground lamb, vegetables, and a buttery mashed‑potato topping, baked until the cheese is golden and bubbly. This step‑by‑step recipe from The Stay At Home Chef walks you through making fluffy mashed potatoes, a rich meat gravy, and assembling the dish for a hearty family dinner.
Ultimate Nacho Recipe
A crowd‑pleasing baked nacho platter loaded with seasoned ground beef, refried beans, sharp cheddar cheese and a variety of fresh toppings. Perfect for parties, game days, or a hearty snack.
Slow Cooker Crack Chicken
A super easy, creamy, cheesy chicken dish cooked in a slow cooker with ranch seasoning, butter, cream cheese, cheddar, bacon, and green onions. Perfect as a main course, over noodles, mashed potatoes, or in a sandwich.
30 MInute Chicken Tortilla Soup
A fast, flavorful Mexican-inspired chicken tortilla soup packed with veggies, beans, corn, and tender shredded chicken. Ready in about an hour, it’s perfect comfort food topped with fresh cilantro, lime, avocado, sour cream, cheese, and crispy tortilla strips.
How to Make Authentic Carne Asada
A home‑cook friendly version of Rick Bayless' authentic Mexican carne asada. Tender flank (or skirt) steak is marinated in lime, orange, oil, vinegar, garlic, jalapeño and cilantro, then grilled hot and sliced against the grain. Perfect for tacos, burritos, or as a main course.
How to Make Restaurant-Style Mexican Black Beans
A quick, restaurant-quality Mexican black bean side dish that mimics the flavorful beans served at your favorite Mexican restaurant. Made with whole canned beans, aromatic onion, garlic, cumin, and a touch of cayenne, this easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and pairs perfectly with tacos, burritos, rice, or any Mexican meal.
Ultimate Guide to British Scones (Make any flavor!)
A versatile British scone base that can be turned into five delicious flavors—blueberry, chocolate chip, cranberry‑orange, pumpkin, and cinnamon. Includes a simple vanilla glaze and tips for perfect, flaky scones every time.
How to Make Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers
A classic American comfort dish featuring bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, corn, tomatoes, and melted pepper jack cheese. Perfect for a family dinner and easy enough for beginner cooks.
Basic Baked Frittata Recipe (Plus Variations!)
A simple Italian‑style baked frittata that can be customized with any combination of cooked vegetables, meats, or cheeses. The recipe uses a 10‑inch oven‑safe skillet, 6 eggs, heavy cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheese as a base, then adds 1½‑2 cups of pre‑cooked add‑ins before baking until set.
Creamy Chicken Casserole
A comforting, cheesy chicken pasta casserole baked with a crunchy Ritz cracker topping. Perfect for busy weeknights, this one‑pan dish uses cooked chicken, egg noodles, peas, and plenty of cheddar for a family‑friendly meal.
Air Fryer Shrimp
A super easy, juicy air fryer shrimp recipe that’s perfect hot from the fryer or tossed into pasta, tacos, or salads. Seasoned with lemon, smoked paprika, and a blend of herbs, these shrimp cook in just minutes for a restaurant‑quality seafood dish at home.
Cajun Shrimp Lasagna
A spicy, creamy lasagna that layers no‑boil noodles with a rich Cajun‑spiced tomato sauce, three cheeses, ricotta‑egg mixture, and succulent shrimp. Perfect for a bold dinner that feels restaurant‑quality but is easy enough for a home kitchen.
Easy Tomato Basil Soup
A quick, comforting tomato basil soup made with fire‑roasted diced tomatoes, fresh basil, and a splash of heavy cream. Perfect for fall and winter evenings, this soup pairs beautifully with grilled cheese for a simple, restaurant‑quality meal.
Easy Stuffed Bell Peppers
A classic American comfort dish featuring bell peppers filled with seasoned ground beef, rice, corn, tomatoes, and melted pepper jack cheese. Easy to prepare in one pan and perfect for a family dinner.
Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Wings
A step‑by‑step guide to making ultra‑crispy chicken wings in the oven using a science‑backed baking powder coating, a short fridge rest, and a classic Buffalo sauce. Perfect for game day or a snack any time.
Pulled Ham — it’ll blow your mind!
A low‑and‑slow pulled ham that’s juicy, sweet, and tangy. By scoring a bone‑in shank or butt ham, coating it with a whole‑grain mustard and brown‑sugar glaze, wrapping it with pineapple rings and foil, and roasting at 250°F for 5‑7 hours, you’ll get the most succulent pulled ham ever.
Grandma's Ambrosia Salad
A classic, sweet fruit salad inspired by the legendary ambrosia of the gods. Fresh pineapple, mandarin oranges, bananas, strawberries, shredded coconut, colorful mini marshmallows, and a light whipped cream‑yogurt dressing come together for a refreshing dessert or side dish.
Savory Pulled Ham
A low‑and‑slow pulled ham that’s shredded like pork butt, glazed with stone‑ground mustard, brown sugar, and sweet pineapple. Perfect for sandwiches, tacos, or as a hearty main dish.
Decadently Thick Italian Hot Chocolate
A super‑easy, restaurant‑quality stovetop hot chocolate that’s thick, rich, and perfect for cold weather. Butter and cornstarch create a velvety texture, while chocolate chips melt into a sinfully decadent drink.
Easy Overnight Refrigerator Pickles
A quick and simple recipe for crisp, tangy refrigerator pickles that are ready in just a few hours. No canning needed—just slice cucumbers, boil a basic vinegar brine, add dill, and refrigerate overnight.
Lemon Chicken and Orzo
A creamy, lemon‑bright one‑pot chicken and orzo dinner packed with Parmesan, herbs, and a splash of fresh lemon juice. Ready in about 45 minutes, this comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights.
How to Make Easy Fish Tacos
A quick, healthy, and flavorful fish taco recipe that requires no frying. Marinated flaky white fish is pan‑seared and served in warm tortillas with a tangy cabbage slaw, fresh veggies, and optional avocado.
Lemon Garlic Butter Baked Chicken and Rice
A comforting one‑pan dinner of tender baked chicken thighs perched atop creamy, cheesy rice infused with lemon, garlic, and butter. Easy to assemble, full of flavor, and perfect for busy weeknights.
Easy White Chicken Chili
A quick, comforting white chicken chili packed with tender chicken, white beans, corn, and a creamy cheese finish. Ready in about 30‑40 minutes, this recipe uses simple pantry staples and delivers a flavorful Tex‑Mex inspired bowl perfect for weeknight dinners.
Homemade Lasagna Soup
A comforting Italian‑American soup that captures all the flavors of classic lasagna—seasoned Italian sausage, rich tomato broth, al dente lasagna noodles, and a creamy ricotta‑mozzarella‑parmesan topping. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner served hot in a bowl.
How to Make Simple Black Bean and Corn Salad
A bright, healthy Mexican‑inspired salad packed with black beans, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, crisp bell pepper, creamy avocado, and a zesty lime‑garlic dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light main, ready in under 30 minutes.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
A bright, protein‑packed Mediterranean chickpea salad loaded with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, crunchy bell pepper, red onion, fresh mint and basil, briny Kalamata olives, and tangy feta, all tossed in a lemon‑honey‑olive‑oil dressing. Perfect for meal‑prep, quick lunches, or a side dish at dinner.
Easy Crustless Spinach Quiche
A quick, protein‑packed crustless quiche loaded with spinach, mushrooms, sharp cheddar and feta. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, this recipe from The Stay At Home Chef is simple, low‑carb and can be made in a single 9‑inch pie plate.
How to Bake Bacon in the Oven
Crispy, restaurant‑quality bacon baked in the oven for a hands‑free, mess‑free result. Two methods are shown – parchment‑lined sheet and foil‑lined sheet with a wire rack – so you can choose the texture and cleanup style you prefer.
Crispy Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
A simple, family‑favorite recipe for super‑crispy, juicy chicken thighs baked at high heat and finished under the broiler. The secret is trimming excess skin, a quick herb rub, and a final broil for that perfect golden crunch.