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Ingredients
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Main Dish
Side Dish
Salad
Dessert
Method
Main Dish Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade. Coat the chicken breasts in the marinade and let them sit for 15 minutes.
- 2
Bake the Chicken
Place the marinated chicken breasts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
Side Dish Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Green Beans
Trim the ends of the green beans and rinse them under cold water. In a pot, bring salted water to a boil and add green beans. Blanch for 3-4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
- 4
Salad Preparation
- 5
Make the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the mixed salad greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber. In a separate small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and salt to create a dressing.
- 6
Toss the Salad
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Dessert Preparation
- 7
Prepare the Cake Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chocolate cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Mix until well combined and the batter is smooth.
- 8
Bake the Cake
Pour the batter into a greased cake pan and bake according to package instructions, usually around 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow to cool before serving.