I’m sharing a tried-and-true method from my Louisiana roots that delivers crunchy, well-seasoned fried chicken every single time without overcomplicating it. As someone who juggles a million things and still wants home cooked meals on the table, I know how frustrating it is to try a recipe that doesn’t work or turns out bland. This seasoning hits just right, the crust stays crispy, and the process is simple enough to pull off even on a busy night.

These Easy Southern Collard Greens are the best, authentic soul food recipe using fresh collards, smoked turkey, ham hocks, or bacon. This signature dish is made from scratch and is typically served with Southern Cornbread for Sunday dinners, Thanksgiving, and the holiday season.

These Southern fried pork chops are the kind of recipe that takes me right back to my roots. I grew up on food like this, well-seasoned, golden, crispy on the outside, and juicy on the inside. This recipe is straight from the kind of kitchen I was raised in, where we don’t do bland and we don’t play about flavor. I’ve tested it, tweaked it, and made sure it works every single time.

This Easy Southern Candied Sweet Potatoes recipe is homemade from scratch and baked in the oven. From there, you drizzle the dish in a thick caramelized syrup. Your Sunday dinners and soul food holiday events just got much better!

Southern-Style Soul Food Baked Macaroni and Cheese is a homemade, recipe with 5 creamy types of cheese. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and holidays.

This Easy Southern Cornbread Dressing with chicken is the best old fashioned and homemade recipe from scratch. Drizzle it in gravy and serve it for Sunday dinners, Thanksgiving, or any occasion. 

These Slow Cooker Turkey Legs are made in the Crockpot and are perfect for fall-off the bone drumsticks. The drumsticks are tender and juicy. Serve these for Thanksgiving or any weeknight meal.

This Crispy Baked Turkey Wings recipe will show you how to cook the best oven roasted wings that will literally fall off the bone. This tender meat it a staple dish for any soul food spread. 

Easy, Homemade Classic Southern Style Cornbread is the best, traditional cast iron skillet cornbread recipe made from scratch. This old fashioned, soul food staple is made with cornmeal and buttermilk and is served sweet or savory (with no sugar) and with a moist interior.  Feel free to add corn or use the batter for muffins!

I grew up in a Southern kitchen where nothing went to waste, and fried chicken gizzards were one of those dishes that always made an appearance. With my Louisiana roots and nearly 10 years of testing and sharing Southern recipes online, I can promise you this recipe is tried-and-true. Gizzards can be tricky if you don’t know how to prepare them, they need to be tender on the inside, crispy on the outside, and never tough or greasy. That’s exactly what you’ll get here. I’ll walk you through every step so you can trust your gizzards will turn out just right.

My family roots are in the South, so I know deviled eggs are a non-negotiable at holidays, cookouts, and Sunday dinners. I make sure mine are perfectly seasoned, with smooth, fluffy yolks and that little dusting of paprika to finish them off. If you’ve ever had deviled eggs turn out bland or dry, don’t worry, I’ll show you exactly how to make them right, every single time.

This Cajun Seafood Gumbo with Shrimp and Crab recipe is filled with the bold and irresistible flavors of the Bayou. This classic Louisiana-style stew combines succulent shrimp, tender crab meat, and a blend of flavorful herbs. The velvety roux-based broth is infused with the Holy Trinity of vegetables and Cajun spices for immense flavor.

This old-fashioned Easy Smothered Turkey Wings recipe is served with thick, creamy gravy and is traditionally served with rice. This is a baked Southern dish my family eats for Sunday dinners and soul food holiday meals.

This Southern Cooked Cabbage Recipe is made on the stove using butter, bacon or sausage, and garlic for immense flavor. This is the best soul food dish to serve for weeknight meals, holidays, or Sunday dinners.

On a Southern table In my family, giblet gravy is always a holiday staple. You didn’t sit down to turkey and dressing without it. I grew up watching my great-grandmother turn giblets into liquid gold, and now I’ve perfected my own version with that same love and care. After years of creating recipes and testing every method, I can promise this gravy comes out smooth, flavorful, and just the right consistency every single time. No lumps, no bland bites, just classic flavor you can trust to show up right on your holiday table.

These Easy Southern Baked Beans is the best authentic recipe perfect for your BBQ or cookout. This classic dish is made with canned beans, bacon, and your favorite BBQ sauce. 

This Homemade Sweet Potato Cornbread is made using a classic recipe with buttermilk, roasted sweet potatoes and drizzled in either maple butter or cinnamon honey butter. This is a must for any spread including Sunday Dinners, holidays, and Thanksgiving.

These Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes with Brown Sugar are perfectly cooked and served whipped with cinnamon, butter, and nutmeg. Feel free to drizzle them with honey or maple syrup if you wish.

This Easy Southern Coleslaw Recipe has the best sweet and tangy flavor. It’s served creamy and chilled. Perfect for loading onto pulled pork sandwiches or served as a side dish for any BBQ or cookout spread.

Let me tell you, this Jiffy Cornbread Casserole is not playing around. It’s creamy, buttery, and has that just-right sweetness. My Louisiana roots taught me how to make cornbread from scratch, but this quick version gives you all that flavor with half the work. And trust me, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll end up making all year long.

This easy Classic Southern Potato Salad is the best recipe with mustard, eggs, relish, and smoked paprika. This old fashioned side dish is perfect for any BBQ or cookout spread.

This Southern Black Eyed Peas Recipe is the perfect soul food meal for New Year’s, Sunday dinners, or any celebration. This dish is made with a rich broth using smoked turkey, ham hocks, bacon, or salt pork for amazing flavor.

I’ve been baking cornbread for years, and this Jiffy version is my quick and foolproof way to get that tender, slightly sweet, golden bite without much effort. My Louisiana roots taught me that cornbread is more than just a side, it’s a must-have for Sunday dinners, holiday spreads, and any pot of greens or chili. I’ve made this more times than I can count, and it always comes out tender, moist, and perfect for sopping up every last bit of gravy or soup.

This Traditional Southern Sweet Potato Casserole with Marshmallows is baked to perfection with a pillowy soft and gooey topping. This makes the perfect dessert or side dish for Sunday dinners, Thanksgiving, or any holiday. Feel free to toss in pecans or any nuts you wish.

This Stuffed Turkey Legs recipe is partially inspired by the popular Turkey Leg Hut restaurant creations. These drumsticks are prepared to fall off the bone, all while loaded with cheesy, creamy mac and cheese or your favorite items.

This old-fashioned Southern Baked Ham with Pineapple is baked and drizzled with a honey and brown sugar glaze and topped with cherries. Serve this holiday ham for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, or any gathering.

This Old Fashioned Southern Macaroni Salad is a classic recipe that will pair wonderfully with your BBQ or cookout spread. This is the best soul food side dish served cold with a flavorful dressing.

Easy, One Pan Southern Smothered Chicken is a quick Southern recipe featuring seared and baked chicken thighs drizzled in brown gravy. This healthy dish is made with onions and spices all in a cast iron skillet.

This Easy Southern Mustard Greens Recipe is the best side dish for your soul food holidays and Sunday dinners. This dish is made with smoked turkey and loaded with flavor.

These Easy Southern Style Green Beans are a staple old-fashioned side dish recipe. This homestyle dish is made with string beans and bacon for the perfect country meal. Add this to any soul food spread.

Easy Southern Fried Cabbage is the best, quick recipe for shredded and pan fried green cabbage. This post outlines how to fry cabbage using bacon and onions for flavor. This simple side dish is similar to a stir fry, making it perfect for weeknight dinners! 

This Homemade Easy Southern Creamed Corn is made from scratch using fresh or frozen corn. This creamy dish is served sweet or savory, or even with a combination of both!

Easy Okra and Tomatoes (Fresh or Frozen) is the best Southern recipe for stewed vegetables with bacon seasoned with Creole Seasoning. This dish is quick to make using canned tomatoes.

Instant Pot Louisiana Seafood, Chicken, and Sausage Gumbo is an easy pressure cooker recipe with shrimp, okra, rice, and New Orleans cajun spicy Creole seasoning. The dish is prepared by creating a roux to thicken. This is the perfect comfort food dish that can be whipped up on weeknights.

This Easy Homemade Cornbread Casserole is also known as a baked creamed corn casserole. This dish uses cornmeal to produce a sweet souffle similar to scalloped corn. This is the best for Thanksgiving, the holidays, and Sunday dinners.

This Sweet Potatoes Au Gratin is creamy, cheesy, and delicious! This side dish is flavored with garlic butter and similar to classic Scalloped Sweet Potatoes. Pair this with any of your favorite main dishes.

This Easy Scalloped Corn Recipe is a classic casserole dish made with creamy corn, crackers or breadcrumbs. Serve this side dish for Sunday dinners, Thanksgiving, or any of your favorite holidays.