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Amy Dong

Simple, Smart, and Delicious Cooking

At Chew Out Loud, we focus on helping you cook smarter, not harder.

If you’re looking for reliable, kitchen-tested recipes that are accessible, budget-friendly, and taste incredible, you’ve come to the right place.

Our goal is to help you cook well for your family and friends, giving you reliable recipes, tools, and strategies to help you succeed.

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Simple Strategies for Family Meals and Casual Gatherings

Whether you’re making dinner on a busy weeknight or hosting a gathering, we’re here to help you be confident in the kitchen. We help you take the guesswork out of planning doable, delicious meals for the family (while maintaining sanity).

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We Bring Flavor and Fun to Your Kitchen

We guide you with tips, tricks, and strategies for entertaining friends with ease. From brunch to dinner to dessert, we’ve got you covered. You can have fun and enjoy your guests rather than spend the whole time anxiously behind the stovetop.

All while keeping things practical and affordable.

my name is Amy

I’m the author, photographer, and recipe developer here at Chew Out Loud.

I’m a huge dog-lover, avid runner, and God’s girl. I’m proud mama of three very busy boys. My world is loud and gloriously wild, as our home is often the space where friends gather.

Sometimes, we travel the world and taste all the food. Always, my favorite space to return to is my kitchen.

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5 Fun Facts

  1. This site is called Chew Out Loud because great food is best when talked about, laughed over, and shared with friends – we don’t actually chew out loud 😃
  2. I created the ebook, Slow Cooker Dinners, for busy moms who want delicious meals where they can set it and forget it. 🥘
  3. I somehow squeezed into the Guinness Book of World Records for completing all the World Marathon Majors in Tokyo, 2023. 🏃🏻‍♀️
  4. I burn myself every time I bake. Every. Single. Time. 😩
  5. When you visit us here, you’re helping put food on the table for hungry families around the world and providing resources for homeless families locally. Together, we’re making a significant impact. ❤️

My Favorite things

  • air fryer

    This one easily handles 6 slices of toast, bakes a 12-inch pizza, and roasts a 4lb chicken.

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  • instant pot

    We love our 8-qt for cooking for family, friends, and weekly meal prep.

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  • silicone baking mat

    This is a must-have for anyone who loves to bake cookies. Non-stick, reusable, easy to clean.

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  • freezer containers

    We use ours for freezer meals, meal prep, and safely storing leftovers. These lids are our favorite.

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My Favorite Eats

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  • You can absolutely have New York style bagels fresh, from your own oven. These Homemade Bagels are soft, chewy, and way better-than-store-bought. They're the perfect meal-prep option for an easy breakfast on-the-go. ✨❤️✨ 💾 Save this post: Ingredients Lists 👇 2 cups water, warm (110F) 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast, equivalent to one .25 oz packet of yeast 7 cups bread flour 1 TB salt 3 TB white sugar 1 TB oil* Optional Toppings: shredded cheddar or asiago cheese everything seasoning, poppyseeds, sesame seeds, or flaky sea salt For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story.... or simply google "CHEWOUTLOUD HOMEMADE BAGELS") 🍽For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud"✨ #homemadebagels #bagels #vegan #vegetarian #bake #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed
  • This is hands down the best vegetarian (or vegan) chili we’ve ever devoured, whether by slow-cooker or stovetop. This vegetarian chili can be made in your Crock Pot or simply on the stovetop, your choice. You won’t miss the meat with these big, bold flavors. ✨❤️✨ Save this post: Ingredients List 👇 2 TB olive oil 1 whole medium onion, diced 7 cloves garlic, chopped 1 tsp sugar 1 TB chili powder 1 TB ground cumin 1 tsp ground cinnamon 2 TB oregano 2 tsp ground coriander 3 TB tomato paste 2 green bell peppers, seeded and chopped 2 red bell peppers, seeded and chopped 14.5 oz fire roasted tomatoes, with juices 4 cups vegetable broth 14 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained 14 oz can white beans, drained 14 oz can garbanzo beans, drained 14 oz can corn kernels, drained 24 oz vegetable burgers, crumbled* kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Optional Garnishes: shredded cheddar cheese (vegan, if desired), cilantro, avocado, limes For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story.... or simply google " CHEWOUTLOUD BEST VEGETARIAN CHILI ") ✨For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud" #vegetarianchili #vegetarianrecipes #vegetarian #chili #chilirecipe #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed
  • Crock Pot Whole Chicken is even better than store bought rotisserie chickens! It’s fall-off-the-bone tender, juicy, and supremely flavorful. The seasoning is spectacular. ❤️❤️❤️ 💾 Save this post: Ingredients Lists 👇 1 large onion, chopped 5-6 lbs chicken, whole 4 tsp salt 2 tsp smoked paprika 1 ½ tsp garlic powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp thyme 1 tsp white pepper ¼ tsp black pepper Instructions Prepare Chicken: Place chopped onion on bottom slow cooker. Remove giblets from chicken and towel dry entire chicken well, both inside and out – this step is important to ensure chicken doesn’t turn out “watery.” Using your fingers, gently pry the skin away from the chicken all around, so you’ll be able to season chicken underneath skin. Combine Spices (can be done in advance:) In a small bowl, combine all the spices, from salt to black pepper. Mix well. Use your hands to evenly spread two-thirds of the spice mixture onto chicken, underneath the skin. Be sure to include all areas of chicken (legs, back, thighs, etc.) Use remaining spice mixture to spread on top of skin. Place seasoned chicken on top of chopped onion in slow cooker. Cover and keep chilled overnight. Cook: When ready to cook, turn slow cooker on Low for 5-6 hours only. Keep on warm until ready to serve. 🍽️ For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story... or simply google " CHEWOUTLOUD CROCKPOT WHOLE CHICKEN " ✨ For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud" #crockpotchicken #chicken #chickenrecipes #crockpotrecipes #glutenfree #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed
  • This One Pot Gnocchi with Spinach and Chicken is a meal in one! This comforting gnocchi recipe turns out tender and flavorful. The creamy sauce is irresistible. ❤❤❤ 💾 Save this post: Ingredients List 👇 2 TB salted butter 2 TB all purpose flour 1 ½ cups whole milk 1 cup regular chicken broth ½ tsp nutmeg 1 tsp onion powder 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 package, 8 oz thinly sliced baby bella mushrooms 1 lb shredded rotisserie chicken 1 17.5 oz package potato gnocchi (usually found in the dry pasta aisle; not frozen) 2 cups baby spinach leaves ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper Instructions Preheat oven to 425F with rack on upper middle position. In a deep/large and oven-proof skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk constantly for 3 minutes until a smooth roux is formed. Whisk in milk and chicken broth until incorporated. Simmer and whisk constantly until slightly thickened, 5 minutes. Whisk in nutmeg, onion powder, garlic, and kosher salt/ground pepper to taste. Add shredded chicken, mushrooms, uncooked gnocchi, and spinach to the mixture. Stir gently until well coated through, 30 seconds. Sprinkle parmesan evenly over the top and bake in oven about 15-20 minutes or until sauce is bubbly at around the edges and gnocchi is tender. If desired, broil 2-3 minutes to further brown the top. For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story.... or simply google "CHEWOUTLOUD ONE POT GNOCCHI") ✨For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud" #gnocchi #gnocchirecipe #pasta #pastarecipe #chicken #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed
  • Busy weeknights? No problem. This easy and fast Gnocchi with Sausage and Spinach is wonderfully tasty! All you need is 20 minutes and one pan. Deliciously simple! Serve with a loaf of French or Italian bread to eat up any leftover sauce. ❤️❤️❤️ 💾 Save this post: Ingredients List 👇 2 TB olive oil 1 onion, chopped 4 garlic cloves, minced 1 lb Italian sausage, bulk, no casings 1 16 oz package potato gnocchi (from refrigerated or pasta aisle) 1 14.5 oz can Italian flavored diced tomatoes with juices (do not drain) ¼ cup low sodium chicken broth 4 cups fresh baby spinach leaves ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese ½ cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese Instructions In a large nonstick skillet, add oil and heat over medium high until hot. Add onion and garlic and stir/cook until fragrant, 30 seconds. Add sausage; stir and break it up into pieces, until nicely browned. Don't drain. Add uncooked gnocchi. Stir 1 min, gently breaking up any clumps. Stir in tomatoes with juices and chicken broth. Cover and cook on medium heat, 5 min, or just until gnocchi is fluffy and cooked through. Turn off heat. Add spinach and pepper. Stir until spinach leaves are wilted. Sprinkle with cheeses and cover for 3-5 minutes or until cheese is melty. Serve immediately. 🍽️For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story.... or simply google (" CHEWOUTLOUD GNOCCHI WITH SAUSAGE AND SPINACH ") ✨For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud" #gnocchi #gnocchirecipe #pastarecipe #italinacuisine #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed
  • This 30-Minute Beef Teriyaki is sweet, sticky, and bursting with all our favorite Asian flavors. Simple, fresh ingredients come together to make the perfect weeknight dinner that will have you gladly ditching takeout! ❤✨❤ 💾 Save this post: Ingredients List 👇 ½ cup soy sauce, or Tamari* ½ cup sugar 2 TB apple cider vinegar 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 TB ginger, freshly grated 1 TB cornstarch ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes 3 strip steaks, 10-12 oz each, 1 inch thick 2 TB vegetable oil 2 scallions, sliced thin sesame seeds for garnish Instructions In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, cornstarch, and pepper flakes. Pat steaks dry with paper towels. Heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium high heat until smoking. Add steaks and cook just until well browned, 3-5 min per side. Transfer to plate and tent with foil at least 5 min. Wipe out skillet and add soy sauce mixture. Simmer over medium heat until sauce is thickened, 2 min. Slice steaks thin against the grain and transfer to platter. Pour sauce over steak and sprinkle with scallions and sesame 🍽️ For printable recipe cards and notes, click on today's story... or simply google " CHEWOUTLOUD 30 MINUTE BEEF TERIYAKI " ✨ For more delicious recipes FOLLOW 👉"@chewoutloud" #beefteriyaki #beef#teriyaki #glutenfree #asianfood #healthyfood #healthyeating #healthyrecipes #eatwell #fromscratch #recipeoftheday #easydinner #easyrecipes #dinnerideas #tasty #delicious #cooking #homecooking #cookingtime #huffposttaste #buzzfeast #eater #foodblogger #feedfeed #todayfood #nytcooking #cookinglight #f52grams #foodblogfeed #thefeedfeed