I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has supported this blog and allowed me to turn my passion for cooking into a career. What began as a small hobby in 2008 has grown beyond what I imagined, including the honor of publishing two New York Times bestselling cookbooks. I still pinch myself sometimes when I look back at how far this little site has come. None of it would be possible without the Skinnytaste community testing, cooking, and sharing these recipes — thank you!
As the year closes, I always enjoy reviewing the recipes that resonated most with readers. Below are the Top 25 Most Popular Skinnytaste Recipes from 2016, a curated list of dishes that readers cooked again and again. If you’re new here, this roundup is a great place to find tried-and-true favorites.
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Top Recipes Posted in 2016
1. Korean Beef Rice Bowls — A quick, flavor-packed bowl that’s under 400 calories, perfect for busy weeknights.
2. Salisbury Steak Meatballs (Instant Pot, Stove Top, Slow Cooker) — Hearty meatballs simmered in mushroom gravy, lightened by using part turkey and part lean beef.
3. Beef, Tomato and Acini Di Pepe Soup — A comforting soup with ground beef, tomatoes and tiny pasta; great for kids and freezer-friendly.
4. Asian Lettuce Wrap Chicken Chopped Salad — Crisp lettuce wraps loaded with chopped chicken and fresh vegetables for a light, flavorful meal.
5. Thai Basil Chicken — A fragrant, savory stir-fry with basil and bold Thai flavors that’s fast to prepare.
6. Rosemary Chicken Salad with Avocado and Bacon — A hearty, grain-free salad that’s filling enough for dinner and naturally gluten- and dairy-free.
7. One Skillet Chicken with Bacon and Green Beans — An all-in-one skillet dinner that’s easy to adapt with your favorite vegetables.
8. Pickle Brined Baked Chicken Tenders — Juicy tenders marinated in pickle juice, breaded, and baked for a tangy, crispy finish.
9. Mexican Cauliflower “Rice” — A low-carb, grain-free stand-in for rice, sautéed with tomatoes, onions, jalapeño and spices.
10. Shawarma Spiced Grilled Chicken with Garlic Yogurt — An easy grilled take on classic shawarma, great over couscous, rice, or tucked into a pita with yogurt and cucumber.
11. Five Ingredient Chocolate Cheesecake Cups — Mini chocolate cheesecakes made lighter and surprisingly simple with just five ingredients.
12. Chicken Curry with Coconut Milk — Aromatic curry with garam masala, cumin, potatoes and coconut milk; serve over basmati or cauliflower rice.
13. Skillet Chicken Cordon Bleu — A classic combo of chicken, ham and cheese cooked in one skillet for a fast, indulgent weeknight dinner.
14. Grilled Shrimp and Vegetable Bowls — Light summer bowls with grilled shrimp, corn, peppers, zucchini and avocado for a bright, healthy meal.
15. Slow Cooker Banh Mi Bowls — All the flavors of a banh mi sandwich transformed into an easy, no-fuss bowl over rice.
16. Instant Pot Pork Carnitas — Tender, flavorful carnitas made quickly in the Instant Pot and ideal for tacos, bowls, or salads.
17. Grilled Steak Lettuce Tacos — Seasoned sirloin served in crisp lettuce leaves with guacamole and pico de gallo for a low-carb taco night.
18. Honey Teriyaki Drumsticks (Instant Pot and Skillet) — Sweet, sticky drumsticks cooked until tender in a honey-soy-ginger glaze.
19. Skillet Chicken in Tomato Chipotle Sauce — A smoky, spicy tomato-chipotle sauce finished with a creamy avocado-sour cream topping.
20. Noodle-less Butternut Sausage Lasagna — Butternut squash replaces pasta in this layered lasagna with chicken sausage, ricotta and mozzarella.
21. Sheetpan Italian Chicken and Veggie Dinner — A simple, one-pan roast of chicken and vegetables for an effortless weeknight meal.
22. Turkey Meatball Stroganoff (Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, Stove Top) — Turkey meatballs in a creamy mushroom sauce, family-friendly and great over noodles or squash spirals.
23. Giant Turkey Meatball Parmesan — A huge, oven-baked meatball served with marinara and melted cheese — meatloaf meets meatball in the best way.
24. Shrimp Summer Rolls with Peanut Hoisin Sauce — Fresh rice-paper rolls filled with shrimp and crisp vegetables, served with a savory peanut-hoisin dip.
25. Navy Bean, Bacon and Spinach Soup (Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker, Stove Top) — A budget-friendly, hearty white bean soup with bacon and spinach; even better as leftovers.
