Beginner
Easy, Flavorful Recipes to Build Your Confidence
New to the kitchen? No problem! The Beginner Cooks category on Just Maika Cooking is designed to make cooking approachable, fun, and delicious.
With simple steps and easy-to-find ingredients, these recipes are perfect for novice home cooks who want to create impressive meals without stress.
Start with the Sage Chili Pumpkin Chicken Pasta, a creamy and cozy dish that’s packed with autumn-inspired flavors and comes together in no time.
For a hearty, hands-off meal, the Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew is a one-pot wonder that’s both comforting and filling. Or try the Quick Chickpea and Egg Skillet, a protein-packed dish that’s perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Explore these beginner-friendly recipes and start your cooking journey today. Cooking doesn’t have to be intimidating—these recipes make it easy to build your skills while enjoying delicious, satisfying meals!
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Homemade Baby Food: How to Prep, Freeze & Build Easy Meals
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Spicy Chicken Vegetable Stew with Harissa Tomato Sauce
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Butternut Squash Chicken Chili
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Air Fryer Butternut Squash Spiced Chickpeas Chicken Soup
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Quick Parsley Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad
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Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma | Quick with Beituti
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Quick Korean Vegetable Ramen (Easy Veggie Noodle Bowl)
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Easy Spicy Calabrian Italian Chicken Sausage Bolognese
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Chicken Stir-Fry with Mushrooms, Peppers, and Green Beans in Hoisin Sauce
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Chicken Sausage Stuffed Portobello Mushrooms: Easy and Flavorful Dinner
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Creamy Cilantro Jalapeño Sauce (Perfect for Chicken, Tacos, and Salads)
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Pasta and Lentil Soup Recipe (Italian Style)
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Green Seasoning Recipe | Epis - Haitian Style
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Easy Spicy Turmeric Calabrian Chili Pepper Wet Rub
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Air Fryer Salmon with Spicy Pesto Spinach Tortellini
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Easy Potsticker Egg Wing Recipe with Store-Bought Gyoza
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Spicy Pesto Chicken Pasta Homemade One-Pot-Meal
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Quick Chickpea and Egg Skillet: Easy Mediterranean Meal
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Quick Spicy Potstickers | Chili Momo Tibetan Style
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One-Pan Calabrian Chickpea Pasta Recipe | Fast & Flavorful
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Comforting Turkey Chili Baked Potatoes | Sour Cream & Chives
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Fresh Berry Apple Pecan Chicken Salad with Goat Cheese
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Creamy Haitian-Style Shrimp Mac and Cheese with Gouda Cheese
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Kimchi Fried Rice Recipe | Simple Base You Can Build On
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Easy BBQ Chicken Sliders with Coleslaw | Spicy & Sweet
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Easy Sheet Pan Jerk Chicken Fajitas | Oven-Roasted Yum
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Instant Pot Spicy Beef Barley Stew: Haitian Hearty Comfort
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5-Minute Chunky Dijon Lemon Mustard Remoulade Sauce Recipe
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Strawberry and Banana Shortcake
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Fresh Cranberry Ginger Chutney | Quick and Easy
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Banana Berry Corn Muffins with Greek Yogurt
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Air Fryer Lime Chicken Wings with Spicy Green Sauce
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Turkey Meatball Wraps with Tzatziki and Feta in 15 Minutes
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Healthy Haitian-Style Creole Spicy Shrimp Pasta
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Fish Pepper Yam Stew | Tilapia, Potatoes, and Corn
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Quick and Spicy Basil Romesco Sauce: Easy, Fresh, and Flavorful
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Quick Vegetable Pearl Couscous Salad with Basil Romesco Sauce
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Spicy Zhug Hummus with Feta – Twist on Classic Hummus
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Easy Healthy Ground Turkey Curry Picadillo Twist
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Easy Whipped Garlic Herb Cottage Cheese Spread
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Easy Oven Baked Pecorino Basil Pesto Corn on the Cob
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Easy Cheesy Chicken Tortilla Lasagna
