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Spicy Maple Glazed Chicken with Cheddar Polenta

A dinner full of flavor to add to your rotation: spicy maple glazed chicken with cheddar polenta. Chicken thighs pan-seared in a skillet until crisp and juicy, then coated in a really flavorful sweet and spicy glaze, and served over creamy white cheddar polenta with caramelized butternut squash & wilted greens alongside. It’s a meal that’s every bit as delicious as it is satisfying.

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inspired recipes for your kitchen table.

Cooking is such a simple joy in life, and I want to inspire you to get in the kitchen. The Original Dish is a destination for unique recipes, solid cooking techniques, and kitchen inspiration – a mix of swoon worthy food & everyday eating. I want to teach you the fundamentals, while encouraging you to play around and create your own original dishes for yourself and those you love. Food should be exciting and meaningful. Something to look forward to with every bite. Let’s get cooking and make something beautiful…and absolutely delicious.

the recipes.

There’s a little something for everyone and every occasion. Whether it be a quick weeknight meal or a special holiday feast, my goal is to share thoughtful recipes that spark your passion for food. I use real, fresh ingredients and cook seasonally. You’ll find vibrant salads, dreamy seasonal pastas, indulgent treats, and everything in between.

march spotlight.

a plate of pappardelle pasta tossed in a creamy mushroom sauce
Creamy Mushroom Pappardelle
Roasted Leek & Blood Orange Salad with burrata cheese on a serving plate
Roasted Leek & Blood Orange Salad with Burrata Cheese
plate of sliced walnut crusted chicken, fennel slaw, herb mayo, and a lemon half
Walnut Crusted Chicken with Fennel Slaw

let's celebrate & savor the simple pleasure of cooking, one dish at a time.