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Hi, I’m Marquia (Mah-qw-yah), founder of I Cooked This. You Can Too.
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Welcome to my recipe collection — simple, real meals you can actually make. No pressure, no perfection. Just good food.
I personally make every recipe shared here — step by step, just like I show you. You can too.
Mexican Cauliflower Rice Bowls with Mango Poblano Pico (High-Protein & Flavor-Packed)
Every bite is balanced, vibrant, and full of flavor.
If you love a good burrito bowl but want something lighter, fresher, and packed with real flavor, this Mexican Cauliflower Rice Bowl delivers every time. Built on a base of cilantro-lime roasted cauliflower rice, this bowl layers fajita-style chicken, seasoned shrimp, black beans, and a sweet-heat mango poblano pico that ties everything together.
High-Protein Tuna Power Bowl (Creamy, Tangy & Sugar-Free)
If you’re looking for a high-protein meal that’s quick, creamy, and full of flavor, this tuna power bowl delivers every time.
A creamy, tangy, high-protein tuna bowl that comes together with zero cooking and maximum flavor. Packed with cottage cheese, fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and finished with a bright squeeze of key lime, this recipe is perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or low-carb lifestyles. Whether you scoop it with crackers, wrap it in lettuce, or enjoy it straight from the bowl… this one delivers every time.
Egg Roll Skillet Supreme
A bold, flavor-packed skillet loaded with coleslaw, sweet potatoes, and savory goodness.
Egg Roll Skillet Supreme is a healthy, one-pan meal made with coleslaw mix, sweet potatoes, ground meat, and eggs. Easy, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you love the flavor of a classic egg roll but don’t want the deep frying, this Egg Roll Skillet Supreme brings all the flavor in one pan. It’s savory, slightly sweet, packed with vegetables, and finished with golden, runny eggs that take it over the top. This is the kind of meal that works anytime — breakfast, lunch, or dinner — and still feels like comfort food without being heavy. Simple ingredients. Big flavor. No wrapper needed.
A rich, creamy, soul-style breakfast gravy made low-carb without sacrificing bold flavor.
If you love classic sausage gravy but want something keto-friendly and deeply satisfying, this dish delivers. Made with seasoned sausage (or ground chicken), layered spices, and a velvety cream gravy, every bite is savory, comforting, and full of personality. This is not bland “diet food.”
This is real food… just smarter.
A creamy, protein-packed dessert with all the cheesecake vibes—without the bake, the crust, or the sugar overload.
If you’re craving cheesecake but want something lighter, higher in protein, and lower in sugar, this No-Bake Cheesecake-Ish Dessert delivers. It’s smooth, creamy, and customizable—perfect for make-ahead treats, portion control, and satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt. No oven. No crust. No problem.
Cauliflower “No Potato” Salad
A creamy, sweet-and-savory, low-carb twist on classic potato salad—still cooked with soul.
If you love traditional potato salad but want something lighter without losing flavor, this Cauliflower “No Potato” Salad delivers that same creamy, tangy comfort with a fresh twist. Roasted cauliflower replaces potatoes while soaking up a rich, seasoned dressing layered with herbs, crunch, and just the right balance of sweet and savory. Perfect for cookouts, meal prep, or a quick side that doesn’t feel like a compromise.
Chickpea Salad
A creamy, protein-packed, no-cook comfort salad with a sweet, tangy, and herb-forward twist.
If you’re looking for a quick, satisfying dish that’s full of flavor and easy to make, this Chickpea Salad is it. It’s creamy, slightly sweet, a little tangy, and packed with fresh vegetables and herbs. Whether you’re eating it as a sandwich, with crackers, or straight from the bowl, this is one of those recipes that just work every time. And yes… it’s a texture thang.
A rich, creamy, keto-friendly comfort dish made with roasted cauliflower and a soul-style nine-cheese sauce.
If you love classic baked mac and cheese but want something lower in carbs without sacrificing flavor, this Cauliflower “No Mac” & Cheese delivers all the creamy, cheesy comfort- without the pasta. Roasted cauliflower soaks up every bit of that rich, velvety cheese sauce, giving you that same indulgent texture with a lighter twist. This keto-friendly side dish is still cooked with soul—layered with multiple cheeses, seasoned generously, and baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for holidays, Sunday dinners, or whenever comfort food is calling.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
If you love creamy pasta salads with bold flavor, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a must-try. It’s packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, eggs, and a sweet, tangy ranch dressing.
If you love creamy pasta salads with bold flavor, this Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta Salad is a must-try. It’s packed with tender chicken, crispy bacon, eggs, a sweet, tangy ranch dressing, and a creamy, protein-packed pasta – perfect for gatherings, meal prep, or an easy weeknight…
Sweet Potato Cornbread Mini Loaves
A high-protein, warmly spiced twist on Southern comfort.
“These Sweet Potato Cornbread Mini Loaves are warm, lightly spiced, and perfectly moist with a subtle citrus note. They’re high-protein, refined-sugar conscious, and made for women who still love Southern comfort—but want it elevated.”
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