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Your 24 Favorite Recipes of 2024

A look back on our readers’ favorite and most popular new recipes in 2024 on That Spicy Chick. It was an incredibly delicious year with easy pasta dinners, high protein breakfasts, fried rice dishes, stir-fried noodles, healthy Ninja Creami ice creams and more.



 

Happy (early) New Year everyone!

As is the yearly tradition here on That Spicy Chick, I’ve tallied up the most popular recipes of the year. It’s been a truly delicious year and I’m excited to share this list with you!

From tasty and quick fried rice dishes like kimchi fried rice with chicken and sambal fried rice, to Asian stir-fry noodles like hoisin chicken noodles and chicken yaki udon, to healthy high protein breakfasts like cottage cheese baked oats, fall favorite apple pie baked oats and game changer air fryer baked oats, to the irresistible date night winner – marry me chicken orzo, and SO MANY healthy Ninja Creami ice creams!

I’m thrilled that you guys love these recipes as much as I do! I hope they’ve helped you achieve your goal whether if it is meal prep, hitting your protein target in a delicious way, or just put delicious food on the table for you and your family!

Before we kick off 2025, I want to thank you all for your support and for visiting and commenting on the recipes you love on the blog. I love hearing from you via email, Instagram and Facebook, sharing your experience with a certain recipe of mine. ❤️

Although I’ve started working on some tasty recipes for the new year, I’d love your feedback on what kind of recipes you want to see on the blog and make in 2025. If you have a few seconds, could you fill out this quick survey for me? Let me know if there’s anything in particular you want to cook and if you have any suggestions for That Spicy Chick!

I wish everyone a healthy, happy and fantastic year ahead! Without further ado, here are your favorite 24 recipes in 2024! Be sure to save your favorites to make in the new year!

Closeup to view of cottage cheese baked oatmeal with raspberries and pecans in a ramekin.

Cottage Cheese Baked Oats

This high protein Cottage Cheese Baked Oats recipe is easy to make and tastes like a soft and tender cake! Packed with protein, fiber and good fats, this healthy breakfast is guaranteed to start off your morning right!

Scoops of Ninja Creami coffee protein ice cream in a sundae glass.

The BEST Ninja Creami Coffee Protein Ice Cream

Ultra-creamy, decadent and full of rich and bold coffee flavors with caramel notes, this Ninja Creami Coffee Protein Ice Cream will satisfy your sweet tooth and is the perfect treat for coffee lovers!

Closeup of sambal fried rice with chicken on a plate.

Sambal Fried Rice with Chicken

Easy to make and incredibly flavorful, this fried rice is made with tender chicken pieces, scrambled eggs, fluffy rice grains, fragrant aromatics and veggies. Everything gets tossed in a tantalizing savory-sweet and spicy sambal sauce!

Top view of plate with kimchi chicken fried rice topped with a fried egg.

Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken

Easy to make in 30 minutes and full of BIG and BOLD flavors, this Kimchi Fried Rice with Chicken is made with savory and spicy chicken pieces, kimchi, fragrant aromatics, veggies and the most delicious gochujang infused spicy, smoky, and tangy sauce with a hint of sweetness! 

Ninja creami protein peanut butter ice cream in a glass bowl with a spoon topped with peanut butter drizzle.

Ninja Creami Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream

Easy to make, ultra-creamy and full of decadent peanut butter flavors, this low calorie Ninja Creami Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream has 35 grams of protein and will satisfy your cravings!

Bowl with tom yum noodle soup with shrimp and fish blocks topped with coriander.

Tom Yum Noodle Soup

Spicy, sour and savory, Thai Tom Yum Noodle Soup is a quick and easy comforting weeknight meal that’s exploding with bold flavors! It’s ready in under 30 minutes, customizable with your favorite protein and type of noodles, and so DELICIOUS!

Chocolate cottage cheese muffins on a wire cooling rack.

Chocolate Cottage Cheese Muffins

These easy to make Chocolate Cottage Cheese Muffins are healthy, gluten-free and high in protein. They’re soft and moist, full of delicious chocolate flavors and perfect for a quick snack, dessert or grab and go breakfast!

Ninja Creami Golden Milk Ice Cream in ice cream dish with spoon closeup.

Ninja Creami Golden Milk Ice Cream

Ninja Creami Golden Milk Ice Cream is full of warming spices, sweet notes and infused with the floral aroma of saffron, honey and nutty pistachios! It’s a healthy treat with anti-inflammatory properties and is high in protein. Absolutely scrumptious!

Creamy chicken curry pasta garnished with basil on a plate.

Creamy Chicken Curry Pasta with Thai Curry Paste

Tender savory chicken pieces, penne pasta, aromatics and veggies get tossed in a delectable coconut milk curry sauce in this easy Creamy Chicken Curry Pasta!

Closeup front view of red chili pesto pasta garnished with grated cheese and basil on a plate.

Chili Pesto Pasta with Chicken

Spicy, savory, creamy and full of bold tomato flavors, this Chili Pesto Pasta with Chicken featuring store-bought red chili pesto is ready in 30 minutes and next level DELICIOUS!

Closeup of Spicy Chicken and Bacon Tomato Pasta garnished with grated cheese and basil on plate.

Spicy Chicken and Bacon Tomato Pasta

Chicken, crispy bacon, pasta, fresh basil and a creamy and smoky tomato sauce come together in this quick and tasty 30-minute Spicy Chicken & Bacon Tomato Pasta dish!

Top view of wok with Japanese Chicken Yaki Udon Noodles Stir Fry.

Chicken Yaki Udon (Japanese Stir-Fried Noodles Recipe)

Chicken Yaki Udon is a quick and easy 25-minute Japanese stir-fried noodles dish featuring chewy udon noodles, tender chicken and veggies in a mouthwatering savory sauce with a hint of tang and sweetness!

Closeup front view of apple baked oats in a ramekin.

Apple Pie Baked Oats

An easy to make high protein breakfast with the texture of a moist and fluffy cake and flavor of a warm slice of apple pie! Full of apple cinnamon flavor, topped with toasted pecans and a drizzle of pecan butter, this healthy and cozy breakfast is guaranteed to start off your morning right!

Granola with dried blueberries cooling on parchment paper liner for air fryer.

Healthy Air Fryer Granola (Quick & Easy Recipe!)

This Healthy Air Fryer Granola is quick and easy to make in just 15 minutes, full of large crispy clusters and downright delicious!

Skillet lasagna with melted cheese on top and sliced fresh basil.

Easy Skillet Lasagna with Cottage Cheese (40 Minute Recipe!)

This Easy Skillet Lasagna has all the traditional flavors in a classic lasagna dish but is a healthier and high protein one pan meal made with ground chicken and cottage cheese. It’s ready in just 40 minutes and perfect for any night of the week!

Closeup overhead shot of hoisin sauce chicken noodles on a plate garnished with scallions.

Hoisin Chicken Noodles

Sticky, savory-sweet, spicy and DELICIOUS! This Hoisin Chicken Noodles dish is incredibly flavorful and easy to make! 

Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream in pint container after adding peanut butter as a mix-in.

Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream

This Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream features a rich chocolate ice cream base with banana and REAL peanut butter pieces dispersed throughout the ice cream! It’s a feel-good healthy treat for anytime you’re craving ice cream!

Korean japchae with chicken, carrots, mushrooms, spinach and bell pepper on a plate.

Chicken Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles Stir-fry)

Chicken Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles Stir-fry) is an easy to make dish that’s incredibly flavorful and tasty! Tender and chewy sweet potato noodles, savory seared chicken, and plenty of veggies are tossed in a savory-sweet soy sauce dressing with fragrant toasted sesame aromas!

Closeup top view of creamy Marry Me Chicken Orzo with cherry tomatoes, spinach and fresh basil on a plate.

Marry Me Chicken Orzo

Creamy, full of fresh tomato and spicy flavors, this easy Marry Me Chicken Orzo recipe is the ultimate hearty and comforting meal! It features juicy chicken, cherry tomatoes, orzo, spinach and fresh basil in a creamy garlic sauce!

Front view of ramekin with chocolate air fryer baked oatmeal with blueberries and pecans.

Air Fryer Baked Oats

These Air Fryer Baked Oats are quick and easy to make and a healthy high protein breakfast you’ll love! They have a fluffy cake-like texture and can be customized with your favorite flavorings, nuts, fruit, and more!

Closeup top view of plate with Creamy Gochujang Pasta with Shrimp.

Creamy Gochujang Pasta with Shrimp

Creamy Gochujang Pasta with Shrimp is quick and easy to make in under 30 minutes and incredibly satisfying! Juicy seared shrimp, al-dente rigatoni, fragrant aromatics and a lightened-up spicy and bold flavored creamy gochujang sauce come together in this Italian and Korean fusion pasta dish!

Chocolate hazelnut baked oats in a white ramekin with handles.

Chocolate Hazelnut Baked Oats

Easy to make and tastes like a rich chocolate cake! Packed with protein and fiber, full of raspberries and hazelnuts, and topped with a peanut butter drizzle and chocolate hazelnut spread, this is a healthy breakfast that will start off your morning right!

Lemon curd baked oats in white ramekin with handles.

Lemon Curd Baked Oats

Kick off your morning with these bright and zesty Lemon Curd Baked Oats! Packed with protein and fiber, full of juicy strawberries, white chocolate chips, crunchy walnuts and sunflower seeds, these baked oats are topped with a delightful, citrusy and sweet lemon curd! 

Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo on a plate garnished with fresh basil.

Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo

This Creamy Cajun Chicken Orzo features juicy Cajun chicken, colorful veggies, orzo and fresh basil in a spicy and garlicky lightened-up creamy Cajun sauce! Ready in just 30 minutes and perfect for any night of the week!


These are just some of your favorite recipes from this past year. Feel free to Browse All Recipes on the blog and use the filters to find your next favorite recipe here on That Spicy Chick.

Stay tuned for more delicious recipes coming in 2025. I hope everyone has a fantastic, healthy and happy year ahead! ❤️ 😘


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