Dinner and a movie couldn’t get easier with Blue Apron’s Meal Plan Delivery! Inspired by Disney Pixar’s Luca, these dinners can’t be beat!
Photo provided by Disney/Pixar and Blue Apron
I’ve been obsessed with Pixar every since their very first feature film, Toy Story, was released in theaters in 1995. Go figure, it now streams on my television every day with two boys that are ages 6 and (almost) 3. Eating dinner together has always been important to me, and cooking with one another has been a new adventure. I’m LOVING it! Previously, Dylan has enjoyed being my hand model in posts. You can check out his cute little fingers on blogs like my Family-Friendly Charcuterie Boards, Easy Sheet Pan Raspberry Pie, and travel adventures (like our trip to Wilmington).
These Luca-inspired meal kits will be available starting the week of June 14th.
Blue Apron was kind enough to send a box to my home ahead of time so I could take my stab at creating these restaurant-quality dishes in my own kitchen. Upon arrive, I was super excited that we had THREE different meals options for the week! All of which were incredibly easy to make and extremely tasty. Seriously, my family was obsessed. The “Celebrate Luca” meals will be available the weeks of 6/14, 6/21 and 6/28:
- Week of 6/14: Dijon-Roasted Trout & Potatoes over an arugula salad, Niçoise olives and green beans.
- Week of 6/21: Calabrian Honey Pork Chops with Sicilian-style cauliflower and almonds.
- Week of 6/28: Oregano Chicken & Orzo with spinach, feta and roasted red peppers (RECIPE BELOW!).
This was our first time using Blue Apron, and it certainly won’t be our last. We were pleasantly surprised with how easy the meals were to prepare, and they even provide step-by-step photos with the direction! Not to mention, each recipe was incredibly kid-friendly. Right now they’re offering $80 off per box, so it’s the perfect time to try them out!
Catch Disney Pixar’s Luca, streaming on Disney+ starting June 18, 2021!
“Set in a seaside town on the Italian Riviera, Disney and Pixar’s “Luca is a coming-of-age story about a young boy experiencing an unforgettable summer.” I absolutely loved the trailer, and can’t wait to watch this movie with both of my boys!
ADDITIONAL KID-FRIENDLY RECIPES:
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Toddler-Approved Roasted Chickpeas
Super Tasty Cocoa Banana Pancakes
- 10 oz. Chopped Chicken Breast
- Olive Oil, as needed
- 3 oz. Baby Spinach
- 4 oz. Grape Tomatoes
- 2 tbsp. Tomato Paste
- 1½ oz. Feta Cheese
- 1 tsp. Whole Dried Oregano
- 4 oz. Orzo Pasta
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 1 oz. Sliced Roasted Red Peppers
- 1 tbsp. Red Wine Vinegar
- ¼ tsp. Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- PREPARE THE INGREDIENTS: Fill a medium pot ¾ of the way up with salted water; cover and heat to boiling high. Wash the Fresh produce, halve the tomatoes and place them in a bowl. Season with salt. Chop the garlic and roughly chop the peppers.
- COOK THE PASTA: Add the pasta to the pot of boiling water and cook, uncovered, for 7 minutes. Turn off the heat and drain throughly. Return the pasta to the pot and immediately add the spinach. Stir to combine and cover to keep warm.
- COOK THE CHICKEN & MAKE THE SAUCE: Season chicken with salt, pepper and the dried oregano. Drizzle olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-high heat and sauté the chicken for 4 minutes, or until browned. Add seasoned tomatoes, chopped garlic, and red pepper flakes. Cook, stirring constantly, for 1 - 2 minutes. Add the tomato paste, and continue to cook for another minute. Lastly, add ¼ cup water, stir, and cook until the sauce has slightly thickened. About 1 - 2 minutes.
- FINISH THE PASTA & SERVE: To the pot of cooked pasta and spinach, add the chopped peppers, vinegar and 2 tbsp. olive oil. Stir to combine. Serve the finished pasta topped with cooked chicken and sauce. Garnish with feta cheese and enjoy!
NOTES ON THIS RECIPE:
- The red pepper flakes are completely optional. If you’re cooking with kids, you might want to skip the addition of these and serve them on the side.
- Want more recipes? Check out all of Blue Apron’s collection by clicking here!
- We actually split this into three portions and served it alongside warmed French bread and my Chickpea Avocado Salad. DELISH!
Photo provided by Disney/Pixar and Blue Apron
This post is sponsored by Disney Pixar and Blue Apron. Per the usual, all opinions here are mine alone and I would never recommend an ingredient or service that I did not immensely enjoy myself. Thank you for supporting the brands that support SliceOfJess.com!
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