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Category: 5 ingredients or less

“Minimalist Magic” – Embrace the beauty of simplicity with our “5 ingredients or less” category. Here at ChampsDiet.com, we believe in making cooking accessible and enjoyable, even with the most basic pantry. These recipes demonstrate how a few ingredients, when combined thoughtfully, can create dishes that are both easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. Ideal for beginners, busy individuals, or anyone who appreciates the art of minimalist cooking.

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Idiot Chicken
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Idiot Chicken

Ingredients: 4 -6 boneless skinless chicken breasts1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream Cheese1 (2...

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Herb Salami Roll Ups
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersWeeknight

Herb Salami Roll Ups

Ingredients: 4 flour tortillas8 ounces cream cheese with herbssliced salami Directions: Spread each tortilla...

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< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Pearl Tea

Ingredients: 1/2 cup prepared tapioca, chilled2 cups strong tea, chilled2 cups milk2 tablespoons granulated...

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Batter
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Batter

Ingredients: 3/4 cup flour1/4 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons oil1 eggs Directions: Mix all...

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Creamy Granita
5 ingredients or lessDessertFrozen desserts

Creamy Granita – 25 Calories Per Serving

Ingredients: 3 tablespoons instant decaffeinated coffee 1/4 cup Splenda sugar substitute, sugar substitute 2...

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Orange Pineapple Deluxe
5 ingredients or lessDessertPuddings and mousses

Orange Pineapple Deluxe

Ingredients: 20 ounces crushed pineapple in syrup ( drained)8 ounces mandarin oranges ( drained)16...

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Easy Rolls
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Easy Rolls

Ingredients: 2 cups Bisquick1/2 cup butter1 (8 ounce) containers sour cream Directions: Melt butter...

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Chunky Monkey
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreakfast

Chunky Monkey

Ingredients: 1 bananas, peeled2 tablespoons peanut butter1 small tortillas Directions: Spread peanut butter over...

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Maple Pancake Syrup (Low-Carb)
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreakfast

Maple Pancake Syrup (Low-Carb)

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups Splenda granular ( not packets)1 1/2 cups water1 tablespoon cornstarch1...

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Greg's Reunion Dressing
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Greg’s Reunion Dressing

Ingredients: 1/2 cup olive oil1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 cup blue cheese1 grated pearspepper Directions:...

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Strawberry Napoleon
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Strawberry Napoleon

Ingredients: 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed if frozen ( half of a 1.1LB package)1...

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< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Olive Parmesan Beer Bread

Ingredients: 2 2/3 cups self-rising flour12 ounces beer, freshly opened,chilled or room temperature1 cup...

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Crispy  Frying  Batter
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Crispy Frying Batter

Ingredients: 2 eggs, separated,whites set aside1/2 teaspoon salt3/4 cup lukewarm water1 tablespoon oil3/4 cup...

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Jalapeno Poppers
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Jalapeno Poppers

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, softened15 jalapeno peppers2 eggs1 tablespoon milk1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs...

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Corn Dog Twists
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessLunch/snacks

Corn Dog Twists

Ingredients: 1 (11 1/2 ounce) packages refrigerated cornbread twists dough8 hot dogs1 tablespoon butter,...

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Simple Syrup Iced Tea
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Simple Syrup Iced Tea

Ingredients: 5 cups water1/2 cup sugar6 -7 tea bags Directions: Heat water to boiling.For...

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Beauty Parlor Garlic Bread
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Beauty Parlor Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf crusty French bread1/2 cup butter, room temperature ( 8 tbsp)garlic powder...

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Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Bacon Wrapped Water Chestnut

Ingredients: 16 ounces whole water chestnuts, drained1 lb bacon1/2 cup mayonnaise1 cup chili sauce1...

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< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessVegetables

Green Beans and Bacon

Ingredients: 1/2 lb bacon, diced1 small onions, sliced1/2 cup red wine vinegar1 -2 teaspoon...

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S'mores Bread Pudding
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

S’mores Bread Pudding

Ingredients: 3 cups 2% low-fat milk1 (6 ounce) packages Jell-O chocolate pudding and pie...

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Pittsburgh Kielbasa
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Pittsburgh Kielbasa

Ingredients: 2 lbs kielbasa1 large onions, chopped1 (16 ounce) jars applesauce1 (1 lb) box...

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Herbal Tea for Bronchitis
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Herbal Tea for Bronchitis

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon dried peppermint2 teaspoons dried thyme1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepperwater1 tablespoon honey, to...

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Lil Smokie Wraps
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Lil Smokie Wraps

Ingredients: 1 lb Little Smokies sausages1 lb bacon1/8 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute Directions:...

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Tgi Friday's B-52 Shooters
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Tgi Friday’s B-52 Shooters

Ingredients: 1/2 ounce Kahlua1/2 ounce Grand Marnier1/2 ounce Baileys Irish Cream Directions: Layer each...

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Bourbon Franks
5 ingredients or lessAppetizersFor large groups

Bourbon Franks

Ingredients: 1 (14 ounce) bottles tomato ketchup3/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar3/4 cup Bourbon...

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Seafoam Salad - Dessert
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Seafoam Salad – Dessert

Ingredients: 1 pint cottage cheese1 (4 ounce) containers Cool Whip, defrosted1 (3 ounce) boxes...

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Raspberry Royale
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Raspberry Royale

Ingredients: 6 teaspoons raspberry liqueur1/2 pint fresh raspberries750 ml of good champagne, chilled Directions:...

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Ultimate Quesadillas
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Ultimate Quesadillas

Ingredients: 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1 inch chunks1 (10 ounce)...

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Japanese Miso Soup
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessSoups & stews

Japanese Miso Soup

Ingredients: 1 tablespoon red miso ( fermented soybean paste)1 tablespoon white miso ( fermented...

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Goof Balls
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessFor large groups

Goof Balls

Ingredients: 2 (10 count) packages refrigerated biscuits20 milk chocolate candy kisses2/3-3/4 cup miniature marshmallows1/4...

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Yummy Lemon Chicken
5 ingredients or lessMain dishOne Dish meal

Yummy Lemon Chicken

Ingredients: 8 large chicken pieces, w/ bones but i am sure boneless would work...

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Cheesy California Vegetables
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessVegetables

Cheesy California Vegetables

Ingredients: 2 (16 ounce) packages california-blend frozen vegetables8 ounces processed cheese ( velveeta)6 tablespoons...

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Robust Italian Salad
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Robust Italian Salad

Ingredients: 6 slices hard salami, cut in half1/2 cup zesty Italian dressing1 (16 ounce)...

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Sore Throat Remedy
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessFor 1 or 2

Sore Throat Remedy

Ingredients: 2 teaspoons dried sage1/4 teaspoon salt8 ounces water Directions: Simmer all ingredients together...

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Lemonade-Gramma Style
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Lemonade-Gramma Style

Ingredients: 2 cups fresh squeezed lemon juice2 cups sugar syrup ( recipe follows)8 cups...

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Garlic and Rosemary Steak Marinade
5 ingredients or lessCondimentsetc.

Garlic and Rosemary Steak Marinade

Ingredients: 1/4 cup olive oil1/2 cup soy sauce1/4 cup balsamic vinegar8 garlic cloves, minced4...

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Egg Noodles With Brown Butter and Feta
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessSide dishes

Egg Noodles With Brown Butter and Feta

Ingredients: 1 lb dried egg noodles or 1 lb egg pasta1/2 cup butter6 ounces...

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Peanut Butter Puffs (Only 3 Ingredients)
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Peanut Butter Puffs (Only 3 Ingredients)

Ingredients: 4 tablespoons peanut butter20 vanilla wafers or 20 Ritz crackers80 miniature marshmallows Directions:...

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< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Lemon Lift Cooler

Ingredients: 4 cups cool water2 lipton cold brew blend tea bags (pitcher size) or...

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Bisquick Shortcakes
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessDessert

Bisquick Shortcakes

Ingredients: 2 1/3 cups Bisquick ( original)1/2 cup milk3 tablespoons sugar3 tablespoons melted butter...

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Sharp Cheddar Potato Bake
5 ingredients or lessOvenSide dishes

Sharp Cheddar Potato Bake

Ingredients: 6 medium potatoes, boiled, peeled, and cubed1 cup mayonnaise ( no substitutions)1/2 cup...

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Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Spinach Gruyere Puff Pastry

Ingredients: 1 (10 ounce) packages frozen chopped spinach, thawed4 tablespoons butter, divided1 cup sliced...

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Ww  2 Points - Caramel Apple Salad
5 ingredients or lessApplesFruit

Ww 2 Points – Caramel Apple Salad

Ingredients: 1 (8 ounce) containers fat-free cool whip4 large apples ( Whatever you prefer,...

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Cheesecake--Low Carb
5 ingredients or lessCheesecakeDessert

Cheesecake–Low Carb

Ingredients: 16 ounces cream cheese, softened2/3 cup Splenda sugar substitute1 cup sour cream1 1/2...

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< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Grilled Garlic Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf French bread ( approx. 16 oz.)1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup...

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Balsamic-Shallot Green Beans
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessSide dishes

Balsamic-Shallot Green Beans

Ingredients: 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar1 large shallots, finely chopped2 tablespoons butter, room temperature1 lb...

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Candied Kielbasa
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Candied Kielbasa

Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup ketchup1/4 cup prepared horseradish2 lbs kielbasa, thinly...

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Cheese Zombies
< 4 hours5 ingredients or lessBreads

Cheese Zombies

Ingredients: 32 ounces frozen bread dough16 ounces cheddar cheese ( or cheese of your...

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Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Baked Cream Cheese Appetizer

Ingredients: 1 (4 ounce) packages refrigerated crescent dinner rolls1 (8 ounce) packages Philadelphia Cream...

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Grilled Ciabatta Bread
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessBreads

Grilled Ciabatta Bread

Ingredients: 1 loaf ciabatta1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 large garlic cloves1 tomatoes,...

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Pat's Blue Margarita
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Pat’s Blue Margarita

Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups frozen limeade concentrate1 1/2 cups tequila3/4 cup blue curacao1/4 cup...

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Lemon Jello Salad
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessSalads

Lemon Jello Salad

Ingredients: 2 (1/3 ounce) package jell-o sugar-free lemon gelatin2 (3 1/2 ounce) packages Jell-O...

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Souper Joes
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessTime to make

Souper Joes

Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef1 (10 3/4 ounce) cans reduced-fat cream of mushroom...

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Lime Angel Food Cake
5 ingredients or lessCakesDessert

Lime Angel Food Cake

Ingredients: 1 (7 1/2 ounce) packages sheriff lemon pie filling or 1 (7 1/2...

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Chicken Cheese Ball
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Chicken Cheese Ball

Ingredients: 8 ounces cream cheese, slightly softened2 (4 ounce) cans chicken, spread ( Underwood...

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Lemon Fluff
5 ingredients or lessDessertPuddings and mousses

Lemon Fluff

Ingredients: 1 (1/3 ounce) package sugar-free lemon gelatin1 cup boiling water1/2 cup lemon juice8...

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Iced Vanilla Tea
< 15 mins5 ingredients or lessBeverages

Iced Vanilla Tea

Ingredients: 5 vanilla tea bags3/4 cup sugar4 cups water Directions: Boil tea bags with...

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Peppermint Ice Cream (from Cooking Light)
5 ingredients or lessDessertFrozen desserts

Peppermint Ice Cream (from Cooking Light)

Ingredients: 2 1/2 cups 2% low-fat milk, divided2 large egg yolks2 teaspoons vanilla1 (14...

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Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip
< 60 mins5 ingredients or lessAppetizers

Cuppa Cuppa Cuppa Onion Dip

Ingredients: 1 cup diced sweet onions ( you can also use red onions)1 cup...

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Octopus-N-Cheese
< 30 mins5 ingredients or lessMain dish

Octopus-N-Cheese

Ingredients: 4 hot dogs1 (7 ounce) boxes macaroni and cheese mix1/4 cup milk1/4 cup...

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