Tried the New Chicken Helper Parmesan Crusted Chicken?

Hello on this Fat Tuesday! Such a good day to get your fill on all kinds of yummy foods. Maybe you don't know what your going to make for dinner. May I make a suggestion? The new Chicken Helper Parmesan Crusted Chicken. I really loved this new Helper. It was nice because it wasn't just a all in one mix meal. It had the protein separate from the side item. The only items you need is chicken and milk. I also did a roll with mine just because I'm the type that likes to have a bread with every meal. On the box they have a salad, I guess I could have went that route and maybe next time I will venture that way. Not today though...its Fat Tuesday!

As you see there is not really much to this box. When I first opened it I admit I was apprehensive about this meal turning out to anything that resemble the picture on the box. Simple directions of boiling water for the noodles in one pot, and then chopping up the chicken breast and putting the seasoning with a bit of milk on the chicken and just frying the chicken in a pan. Presto! Dinner.

I want to not also that I was skeptical, not on the noodles because I've had experience with bagged noodle preparation before and could foresee the results, but the chicken after I battered it. The parmesan mix was sparse and sticky. I had to keep reapplying it. Though as you can see from the picture, the searing on the chicken worked out. I was in mid-turning the chicken, hence why some are golden and the others are still white looking.

Now for the final plating presentation. Oh how I long for some better looking dishes. Though the food does not look as though I made it from a box. I think if my husband had not known I was cooking this in the kitchen and kept checking on my because of the aromas going throughout the house, I could have totally passed this off as my own creation. Saying that I give this 2 thumbs up. Was simple to make, required minimum items with the product itself and gave a finished product that got a lot of "yum." And really that's what we want to achieve when cooking for our family.

Bottom line....I will purchase this again and will be on the look out for other flavors they may have for them easy 30 minute meals!

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This giveaway event will be running until February 9th inclusively and is open to US residents only. To enter, simply fill the form below to gain entries to win.

Special thank you to co-hosts Give Oh Giveaway, Simply Sherryl, Tabby's Pantry and Tunica Mama. 

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Kranich's Jewelry Giveaway ends 01-29-13

Everybody loves fine jewelry, I know I do and now you have the chance to win some! 



Sponsored by Kranich's, and hosted by S.O.S. Mom, Real Momma and The Bunny's Reviews, one lucky person will win his or her own choice of one (1) piece of jewelry from a selection of dazzling and gorgeous earrings, bracelets, rings, necklaces and watches! Prize is valued at up to $150. All choices can be viewed via the following link here.


Kranich's Jewelers was established in York, Pennsylvania, in 1903. The company was originally called Kranich Brothers Jewelers. The Kranich Brothers had stores in York, Lancaster and Altoona, Pennsylvania as well as one in Worcester, Mass. The Altoona store opened in 1923. Charles and Mildred Kranich operated and expand the Altoona operation. In 1962, Charles and Mildred were joined in business by their son, Michael. In 1976 the Kranich's opened a store in Downtown State College, the home of Penn State University. Charles and Mildred Kranich died in 1978 and Michael took over the family business. Michael Kranich, now retired, was succeeded by his sons in the 1990’s. In 1996 Kranich's opened a second State College location at the Nittany Mall. In 2000 Kranich’s opened a location in the Johnstown Galleria. In 2008 Kranich’s dramatically expanded their Logan Valley Mall location and Corporate offices. In 2012 Kranich’s opened a huge new store on North Atherton Street in State College.

Throughout its history, Kranich's Jewelers has specialized in fine diamond jewelry and engagement rings. Today, Kranich's Jewelers also specializes in fine timepieces, colored gemstones, gold and platinum jewelry and pearls. They feature selections of Designer Jewelry, Estate Jewelry, Penn State Jewelry and Fine Crystal. Kranich’s features pieces by Simon G, Verragio, Ritani, Hidalgo, Belle Etoille, Swarovski, Pandora, Gucci, Burberry, and Michael Kors. In recent years, Kranich’s has actively grown their ecommerce business (kranichs.com). Kranich’s Jewelers is able to provide a high level of personal service at competitive pricing. The internet has given the company an international reach. In Central Pennsylvania, Kranich's Jewelers remains the leading source for Fine Jewelry and Gifts.

The Kranich family believes it is very important to contribute to the communities they serve. Consequently, they are involved in many civic and charitable activities. In 2003, Kranich's celebrated their 100th year. In recent years, Kranich’s has been inducted into the Blair County Business hall of fame and has been named one of Central Pennsylvania’s leading businesses by Pennsylvania Business Central Magazine.

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Sweat It Out in Old Navy Activewear!

Another awesome time spent at one of my favorite stores Old Navy! Crowdtap offered me a sample share where they sent me two coupons, both redeemable for an active wear top and bottom in Old Navy's active wear collection.

I took my teenage daughter for this one because we both have the New Year's Resolution to lose weight and get in shape for 2013. Plus, I know that if she gets the gear with me we have no excuse to workout! I was really thinking when we went in that the workout gear would be upfront and center. It was pretty far back in the store and they did not have a lot of space devoted to it. Still with that being said the selection was good and I loved everything I saw.

I noticed with this selection of workout gear they had, there was a lot of workout shirts. I tried on a few but ended up getting a jacket with the active wear pants. I just felt with it being still a bit chilly around here that the jacket was best because I could layer and stay warm or even wear it by itself because the jacket breaths quite well.

My daughter chose the jacket and active pants, as well, in a really cute grey. Made her look super thin!

Since the great shopping experience I have been browsing the Old Navy site and have found a larger selection online and have purchased a few more outfits. I want to really be able to have no excuses, like, "my workout clothes are dirty" or "I don't have anything to wear". Them excuses are out the door and for 2013, I'm in control of my fitness destiny thanks to Old Navy and Crowdtap !

Being able to try the latest fashions with Old Navy is just a small perk from Crowdtap. I'm a part of Old Navy's Style Council on there and they have fun discussions, sample shares, and I earn points which I can redeem for awesome gift cards for places like Amazon.com. If you love clothes, love giving opinions and love earning gift cards, Crowdtap is an excellent site you should check out!