Down to Feast = simple, flavorful, no stress. https://youtube.com/shorts/Bcifl_xdB3E?si=f4Un_xenM8MDgsoa 🛒 Ingredients: - 1.5–2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs - 1 jar (16 oz) salsa verde - 1 tbsp olive oil - Seasonings: Seasoned salt Black pepper Garlic powder Italian seasoning - Optional (but highly recommended): Juice of 1 lime 🍋 Fresh cilantro 🌿 🍳 Instructions: 1. Season your chickenCoat both sides with seasoned salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning. 2. Sear (optional but 🔥) Set Instant Pot to Sauté Add olive oil Sear thighs 2–3 mins per side 3. Add salsa verde Pour over chicken (don’t overmix) 4. Pressure cook Seal lid Cook on High Pressure for 12 minutes 5. Release Let it natural release for 5 mins, then quick release 6. Shred or serve whole Shred for tacos/bowls or keep whole 7. Finish it off Add lime juice + cilantro Taste and adjust seasoning 🔥 Pro Tips: - Too much liquid? → Sauté 3–5 mins after to thicken - Too oily? → Skim a little off the top - This gets BETTER the next day (meal prep friendly) 🍽️ Serving Ideas: - Tacos 🌮 - Rice bowls 🍚 - Lettuce wraps (low carb) - Or straight out the pot… no judgment 😌 💭 DTF Reminder: This isn’t just about cooking. It’s about nourishing yourself well—even on your busiest days.

DTF Recipe: Garlic Tuscan Chicken (Instant Pot) This simple, high-protein meal is perfect when you’re learning how to cook for one without sacrificing flavor. It’s creamy, nutritious, and easy to portion for tonight and tomorrow. Ingredients - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs (or chicken breast) - 3 cloves garlic, minced - ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes - 1 cup light coconut milk - 1 cup chicken broth - 2 cups fresh spinach Seasonings (to taste) - Seasoned salt - Black pepper - Garlic - Italian seasoning Optional serving base: - Cauliflower rice - Brown rice - Quinoa Instructions 1. Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode and add a small drizzle of olive oil. 2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. 3. Add the chicken thighs and season with seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning to taste. 4. Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk. 5. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes. 6. Close the lid and cook on High Pressure for 8 minutes. 7. Perform a quick release when the cooking time is finished. 8. Stir in the fresh spinach until wilted. Optional: Let the sauce simmer on Sauté mode for 2–3 minutes if you’d like it slightly thicker. Serving Tip Serve over cauliflower rice, quinoa, or a small portion of rice for a balanced meal. This recipe makes about 2 servings, perfect for tonight and tomorrow. DTF Reminder Just because you’re cooking for one doesn’t mean you stop feeding yourself well. Learning how to cook for one after divorce is an adjustment, but it’s also part of rebuilding routine and taking care of yourself. Stay Down To Feed — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually.

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