It’s the time of the week again! Cicnop Thursday Meat Madness is all set to take over your kitchen with its delicious meat recipes. If you are a meat lover, this is one event you don’t want to miss.

So, let’s get started with some mouth-watering recipes.

Recipe 1: Bacon Wrapped Chicken Breasts

Ingredients:.

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 8 slices of bacon
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:.

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. Wrap each chicken breast with 2 slices of bacon, tucking the ends under the chicken to secure them.
4. Place the bacon-wrapped chicken breasts in a baking dish and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the bacon is crispy.
5. Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe 2: Slow Cooker Pulled Pork

Ingredients:.

• 3-4 pound pork shoulder
• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1/2 cup chicken broth

Directions:.

1. Season the pork shoulder with salt, pepper, chili powder, and smoked paprika.
2. Place the chopped onion and minced garlic in the slow cooker.
3. Place the pork shoulder on top of the onions and garlic.
4. Pour the barbecue sauce and chicken broth over the pork shoulder.
5. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and falling apart.
6. Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks.
7. Return the pork to the slow cooker and stir it in the sauce.
8. Keep the pork warm in the slow cooker until ready to serve.

Recipe 3: Grilled Flank Steak

Ingredients:.

• 1 1/2 – 2 pound flank steak
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Directions:.

1. Combine the olive oil, garlic, salt, black pepper, and parsley in a shallow dish.
2. Add the flank steak to the marinade and turn to coat well.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
5. Remove the steak from the marinade, letting any excess drip off.
6. Grill the steak for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or cook to your desired doneness.
7. Let the steak rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly against the grain.

Recipe 4: Roasted Rack of Lamb

Ingredients:.

• 1 rack of lamb, frenched
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:.

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
2. Season the rack of lamb with salt and pepper.
3. Combine the garlic, rosemary, and olive oil in a small bowl.
4. Rub the garlic and rosemary mixture all over the lamb.
5. Place the lamb in a roasting pan and roast for 15-20 minutes for medium-rare, or cook until desired doneness.
6. Let the lamb rest for a few minutes before slicing into chops.

Recipe 5: Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Ingredients:.

• 1 pound beef sirloin, sliced thinly
• 3 cups broccoli florets
• 1 cup sliced mushrooms
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

Directions:.

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1. Combine the soy sauce, honey, cornstarch, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over high heat.
3. Add the beef and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, or until browned.
4. Add the broccoli, mushrooms, onion, and garlic to the skillet and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5. Add the soy sauce mixture to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce has thickened and coats the beef and vegetables.
6. Serve the beef and broccoli stir fry over rice or noodles.

Recipe 6: Cumin Crusted Pork Chops

Ingredients:.

• 4 bone-in pork chops
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions:.

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2. Combine the cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl.
3. Rub the spices all over the pork chops.
4. Heat the olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Add the pork chops to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned.
6. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the pork chops are cooked through.
7. Let the pork chops rest for a few minutes before serving.

Recipe 7: Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:.

• 1 pound beef sirloin, sliced thinly
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 8 ounces sliced mushrooms
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 1/2 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Directions:.

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add the beef and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned.
3. Remove the beef from the skillet and set aside.
4. Add the onion, garlic, and mushrooms to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
5. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and stir to coat.
6. Gradually stir in the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
7. Add the Worcestershire sauce, paprika, nutmeg, salt, and pepper to the skillet and stir to combine.
8. Let the sauce simmer for 5-10 minutes, or until thickened.
9. Stir in the sour cream and cooked beef.
10. Cook on low for 5-10 minutes, or until the beef is heated through and the sauce is creamy.
11. Serve the beef stroganoff over egg noodles or rice, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Recipe 8: Classic Meatloaf

Ingredients:.

• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions:.

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, onion, garlic, eggs, breadcrumbs, milk, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and black pepper.
3. Mix well with your hands, being careful not to overmix the meat.
4. Shape the meat mixture into a loaf and place it in a greased baking dish.
5. Bake the meatloaf for 1 hour, or until cooked through.
6. Let the meatloaf rest for a few minutes before slicing.

Recipe 9: Shepherd’s Pie

Ingredients:.

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
• 1 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon rosemary
• 1 tablespoon flour
• 1 cup beef broth
• 4 cups mashed potatoes
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:.

1. Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the beef is browned and cooked through.
2. Add the frozen mixed vegetables, thyme, and rosemary to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the beef and vegetables and stir to coat.
4. Gradually stir in the beef broth, whisking constantly to prevent lumps.
5. Cook for 5-10 minutes, or until the mixture has thickened.
6. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
7. Spread the mashed potatoes over the top of the beef mixture in the skillet.
8. Bake the shepherd’s pie for 25-30 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.

Recipe 10: Chicken Parmesan

Ingredients:.

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 eggs, beaten
• 1 cup marinara sauce
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable oil for frying

Directions:.

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
3. Combine the breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese in a shallow dish.
4. Dip each chicken breast in the beaten eggs, then coat it in the breadcrumb mixture.
5. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
6. Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until browned.
7. Transfer the chicken breasts to a baking dish and spread the marinara sauce over the top.
8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the marinara sauce.
9. Bake the chicken parmesan for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

: Conclusion

So, these are the top 10 meat recipes for Cicnop Thursday Meat Madness. Whether you are a fan of chicken, pork, or beef, we have got you covered with a variety of recipes.

Give them a try in your kitchen and impress your family and friends with your cooking skills.