This post was sponsored by No Yolks as part of an Influencer Activation for Influence Central and all opinions expressed in my post are my own. #NoYolks #NoOtherNoodle 

You know, I always think that life is crazy and just couldn’t get busier – then it proves me wrong and our schedules get even more insane. Luckily there’s some delicious, go-to foods I can rely on for those nights I don’t have a ton of time (like most nights!). If you’re in a rush for mealtime like me, you can whip up a ton of amazing, Easy Meals with Noodles and have a little more time to tackle that to-do list!

So why noodles, you may ask? I love that they’re so versatile – while people may think only of stroganoff or casseroles, they can be used to whip up so many more varieties of meals. I grabbed a bunch of No Yolks noodles at the store so I’d have plenty on-hand for the busy fall we have ahead, and can’t wait to try them in tasty dishes like Sriracha Cheesy Noodles, or even Noodles with Kale and Walnut Pesto. You can even nab a coupon for $0.50 off when stocking up on our own No Yolks Noodles!

I love that No Yolks is a healthy egg noodle alternative – it’s made from eggs whites so has no cholesterol. They’re low in fat AND sodium, and always cook up smooth, firm and fluffy because they’re high-quality. With all their varieties – like Broad, Extra Broad, Fine, Kluski, Dumplings and even Stir-Fry – you can use them in all sorts of unique, simple and easy-to-make meals. Give them a try in your favorite soup, like Miso or French Onion even!

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Stock up on your favorite type of No Yolks noodles the next time you’re at the store (don’t forget your coupon for $0.50 off!) and you’ll be all set for those busy nights when you want a delicious, amazing meal to feed your family but don’t have a ton of time to spend in the kitchen. You’ll be surprised at how many different dishes you can whip up with noodles, so don’t be afraid to try something new!

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This great, time-saving service and recipe is brought to you today thanks to Skinner® pasta. All opinions are mine alone. 

Did you know about National Friendship Day? It’s true – and what better way to celebrate or show appreciation for a friend (or two) than telling them about a great service that can save them plenty of time and even money? To all my busy mom friends out there, here’s my gift to you – Why Instacart is Perfect for Busy Moms!

One of the best gifts us busy moms (and dads!) can receive is the gift of time – and grocery delivery can be the ultimate lifesaver. I don’t know about you, but skipping the hassle of getting all the way dressed, heading to the store, finding the items, checking out, and driving back sounds like a miracle – and it’s easy to get! Skinner® Pasta – the #1 pasta in Texas – is partnering with Instacart to offer FREE grocery delivery (or $5 off your total grocery bill) beginning last week on August 6th in celebration of National Friendship Day. Imagine, all your groceries delivered right to your door, and you can even stay in your pjs!

Not only can you get quick, convenient grocery delivery with Instacart thanks to Skinner Pasta, but they’re also holding the Howdy Skinner Sweepstakes – a Texas-sized getaway and other fun prizes sure to make anyone smile. If you win, you could share the trip with your own best friend! Visit HowdySkinner.com to enter, and you’ll have a chance to win a 3-night stay for you (and a friend, of course) at the Marriot Marquis Houston – that includes airfare and $500 spending money for seeing the sites, hitting up restaurants and attractions or a fun shopping spree!

Other fun prizes include membership to Care.com and $500 – giving you more ‘me’ time by handling dog walking, babysitting and housekeeping services – or you could win FREE PASTA for a year for you and a friend! The sweepstakes kicked off on National Friendship Day (August 6th) and ends 09/06/17 at 11:59:59pm CDT. See details and official rules at HowdySkinner.com.

As part of their partnership with Skinner, Instacart is giving free grocery delivery for customers in Houston, Austin, San Antonio and Dallas. All you have to do is buy ONE package of Skinner Pasta and have a minimum $35 order. Those who don’t qualify for free delivery (if you’re already an Instacart Express Customer or a first time customer) will receive $5 off your order (delivery must be $35 or more to qualify).

No matter what Skinner Pasta you choose to add to your Instacart, it’d taste great with our Homemade Alfredo Sauce recipe:

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. Butter
• 1 Garlic Clove, minced
• 1 tsp. Red Pepper flakes
• 1 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 tbsp. All-purpose Flour
• 1/4 cup Parmesan, grated or shredded

Directions

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the Butter over medium heat.
2. Add the Red Pepper Flakes (adjust based on your desired ‘kick’) and minced Garlic, cooking about 1 minute or until fragrant.
3. Mix in the Flour; cook until light tan in color.
4. Mix in the Cream, reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
5. Add the Parmesan, stirring until melted in, then remove saucepan from heat.

This goes great as a topping for your favorite Skinner Pasta – whether you use spaghetti like we did here, or their fun Texas shape pasta! Skinner Pasta tastes great and is easy to cook with; it always turns out right. Not only is it gentle on your wallet, but it’s so flexible – allowing you to make all sorts of delish recipes in a hurry for those busy family nights or get-togethers with friends!

Who would YOU share the Houston trip with if you won?

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Skinner® pasta.

Thanks to Skinner® pasta for sponsoring this recipe. All opinions are my own.
As a big family of 7, having great go-to dinner recipes that are not only delicious, but also quick are a necessity. One thing we rely on to make our evenings less of a stress are excellent pasta dishes, like this amazing Fajita Pasta Casserole! It’s simple to make, doesn’t take much time, and is so full of flavor that it’s a hit with the whole family.

Why do we make pasta dishes so often for our family? Because it tastes great, is flexible for a TON of great recipes, and it’s great for any budget. That’s probably one of the reasons Skinner pasta is the #1 pasta in Texas – everyone loves it, it’s so easy to cook and has earned Non-GMO Project Verification on their most popular pasta products.

Skinner pasta has a variety of pasta products available, such as spaghetti and fettuccine, elbows and penne (our favorite) and even options like dumplings and super fun Skinner Texas Shape pasta! I couldn’t resist using those to whip up this Fajita Pasta Casserole, since they’re so cute.

Since people have different favorites in which variety of pasta they prefer – for us it’s penne, for some it’s spaghetti – you can switch this recipe up to include whichever Skinner pasta fits your style! If you’re a proud Texan like us, maybe you’ll even choose the same style as we did for this particular recipe.
One of my favorite things about this fajita pasta casserole is that you can also switch up the peppers to fit your preference – my kids like more green peppers, while if it’s just for hubby and me, we like more of the red or orange. Mix it up so it fits YOUR family’s tastes! After all, the best dinners are not only easy and delicious, but make everyone happy 🙂

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp. olive oil
• 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
• 3 Tbsp. taco or fajita seasoning
• 2 cups yellow onion, diced
• 2 cups bell peppers, diced
• 3-4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• 5 oz. tomatoes, diced
• 5 oz. green Chiles, diced
• 8 oz (about 3 cups) Skinner pasta
• Dash salt

Directions

1. Season the chicken pieces with half the taco seasoning.
2. In a medium skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat until very hot. Carefully add the chicken in a single layer and cook WITHOUT STIRRING until one side is seared and browned, about 1-2 minutes. Turn the chicken over and cook the other side the same way, until browned.
3. Remove the chicken to a plate and set aside. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the skillet with the heat still on high and cook until really hot. Add the onions, bell peppers, and last of the taco seasoning.
4. Cook, now stirring occasionally, until the veggies are starting to blacken a little bit.  Turn heat to low and add in the garlic. Stir until well-mixed, about 30 seconds.  Place the veggies onto the plate with the chicken.
5. In the same skillet, mix the broth, cream, tomatoes, UNCOOKED pasta, and salt. Stir until well-combined and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and cook COVERED for 15 minutes, or until pasta is tender and liquid is mostly absorbed.  Mix the chicken and veggies back into the skillet until well combined and heated through, about 2 minutes.
6. Serve and Enjoy!

I love serving this dish to my family because everyone loves it, and it doesn’t take me much time or effort – great for a busy weeknight meal! It’ll especially come in handy when we’re back to school in a few weeks and our schedules get even more crazy.

What pasta style/shape would YOU choose?

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As a busy mom, y’all know how much I love easy-to-make dinners, right? The problem is, I don’t want just ANY simple recipe, I want something that tastes amazing and that my whole family will enjoy. That’s one reason I love today’s recipe – you can whip up this Delicious Chicken Pasta Casserole 3 Ways – making it appeal to any of your family’s tastes, and giving you a great meal without the hassle!

You don’t even need a lot of ingredients – just swing by Walmart to grab the few you do, then enjoy this anytime of the week. Don’t forget to stock up on the NEW P.F. Chang’s® Home Menu Sauces exclusively at Walmart, which you can find in the Asian food aisle.

These sauces are the simple secret to extraordinary flavor in your favorite recipes, and contribute to Asian cuisine made simple. We all love simple recipes, right?! These are also key to doing our Chicken Pasta Casserole 3 different ways – using their Teriyaki, Sesame or Kung Pao sauce to switch it up.

Ingredients

• 1 box Penne Pasta
• P.F. Chang’s® Home Menu Sauce of choice, to taste
• 1 1/2 cups Alfredo Sauce
• 1-2 cups Chicken, boneless & skinless
• 1/2 cup Flour
• Salt & Pepper, to taste
• If desired for topping: tomatoes, vegetables, sesame seeds, cheese

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350 Degrees. In a shallow bowl, mix the flour with a bit of salt and pepper. Slice the chicken into thin strips, then coat each with flour and lay on a baking sheet covered with foil. Bake for about 20 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through.
2. While chicken is baking, cook pasta according to package directions. After drained, pour pasta into a sprayed 9×13 casserole dish. Stir in the alfredo sauce, then the P.F. Chang’s® Home Menu Sauce of choice, to taste.
3. Once chicken is done, dice then stir into casserole along with any veggies/toppings you prefer. Cover with foil and heat in oven at 350 Degrees about 5-10 minutes, or until everything is heated throughout. Enjoy!

My personal favorite was the pasta casserole made with the Sesame sauce, but the other two turned out great, as well. Hubby was particular to the Kung Pao, of course…

…while the kids were torn between the Sesame and the Teriyaki.

Whatever your family’s preference, this chicken pasta casserole is a huge hit – and it’s even better because you can customize it using these incredible sauces to fit anyone’s tastes!

Check out the fun Sweepstakes & find more Asian recipe inspiration HERE!