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In this cooking meets kitchen organization podcast Kelsey Nixon will help you get dinner on the table each week and discuss organizing, outfitting, and optimizing your kitchen for easy weeknight cooking. It's the podcast you listen to when you don’t know what to make for dinner! In each weekly episode Kelsey will share 3 super simple weeknight dinner recipes that are quick, simple, and loved by everyone at the table. Think sheet pan dinners, one pot meals, recipes that work for both parents AND picky eaters, and ideas that incorporate supermarket shortcut ingredients…like rotisserie chicken. In addition to recipes, Kelsey will cover time-saving kitchen organization tips that help you set up systems for success in your kitchen along with the tools and equipment you need to execute recipes in as few steps, ingredients, and dirty dishes as possible. Simply put, this podcast will help you get dinner on the table and solve your weeknight dinner woes!

Kelsey Nixon


    • May 15, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 22m AVG DURATION
    • 128 EPISODES

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    The Kitchen Prescription with Kelsey Nixon is a podcast that I have followed for years, ever since Kelsey competed on Next Food Network Star. Throughout the years, I have found her to be a bright and positive light in the cooking world. Her refreshing approach to cooking always brings me joy. Regardless of age or skill level in the kitchen, Kelsey's podcast and Instagram provide practical and useful information for everyone. Each episode offers at least one nugget of wisdom that can be applied to my own cooking endeavors. I am truly grateful for all that Kelsey does to share her passion with us.

    One of the best aspects of The Kitchen Prescription with Kelsey Nixon is the abundance of recipe ideas and tips that are shared. Kelsey provides creative ways to shop your pantry and organize your kitchen, making it easier than ever to plan meals and cook delicious dishes for your family. The podcast feels like having a friend in the kitchen, as Kelsey's warm and inviting personality shines through each episode. I always look forward to Thursdays because it means a new episode is waiting for me.

    As much as I adore this podcast, there aren't many negative aspects to discuss. However, if I had to mention one thing, it would be that I wish the episodes were longer or released more frequently. The content provided by Kelsey is so practical and inspiring that I often find myself wanting more. It would be wonderful if there were daily drops or longer episodes to dive even deeper into meal planning, cooking techniques, and organization strategies.

    In conclusion, The Kitchen Prescription with Kelsey Nixon is an outstanding podcast that brings joy and practicality into the kitchen. It has become one of my favorites due to Kelsey's vast knowledge and passion for food and home. Each episode leaves me feeling inspired and ready to tackle new recipes while creating memories around the dinner table. With engaging content combined with Kelsey's delightful personality, this podcast is a recipe for success. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting out, I highly recommend giving The Kitchen Prescription with Kelsey Nixon a listen.



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    Shortcut Ingredients Saving me During a Busy Month | 127

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 21:48 Transcription Available


    Shortcut ingredients are such a big part of my cooking routine. In this episode, I dive into my favorite ingredients that I like to use in a pinch for making family meals a little easier, especially during this crazy transition time from Spring to Summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Freezer Meals to Help You Survive Maycember | 126

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 21:42 Transcription Available


    I like freezer meals, but I wouldn’t consider myself a die hard. I like to rely on them when I need some quick wins in the kitchen, and that’s exactly what I needed this month! In this episode, I dive into a few quick and easy freezer meals that can get you through this crazy busy month. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How to Pull Yourself out of a Dinner Rut | 125

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 20:29 Transcription Available


    We've all been there before. That feeling of dinner dread when you just don't feel like cooking even though you still have to make it. In this episode, I dig into a few different ways to help you get out of this rut when it inevitably hits you. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Salad School | 124

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 23:57 Transcription Available


    Learning how to make a great salad is a life skill everyone should nail down. Think about really great salads you’ve had. Maybe at a restaurant…potluck…what was it about it that you loved so much? In this episode we go through a few easy tips to help you take your salads to the next level. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How to Build a Recipe Binder | 123

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 26:41 Transcription Available


    The recipe binder we built has been around for over a year now and we think it's a good time to do a check in episode talking you through how to get the most out of your binder with a few different suggestions and tips. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What I'm Making for Easter Dinner | 122

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2025 22:01 Transcription Available


    Easter dinner may not be as hyped up as other famous holiday feasts, but there are a few ways to make it feel special. In this episode, I dig into a gameplan for planning your whole Easter meal to make sure your covered. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spring Cleaning in the Kitchen | 121

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 19:41 Transcription Available


    At least twice a year, I like to do a deep dive in my fridge, freezer, and pantry. Clean out anything that’s expired, unused, or quite frankly forgotten about. I usually do one of these in the springtime, right before the end of school year craziness sets in. In this episode, I dig into my system for how I approach a deep spring cleaning and share tips on how you can make your life easier with your own spring cleaning. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Hacks to Help with Dinner | 120

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 27:59 Transcription Available


    In this week's episode, I chat about a few different hacks that genuinely help me get dinner on the table including a hack involving potatoes that I shared on Instagram this week that people went crazy for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Celebrating St. Patrick's Day | 119

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 21:18 Transcription Available


    While not a landmark holiday, I love St. Patrick’s Day! In this episode, I’m going to run through a quick roundup of silly traditions you can carry out in addition to a roundup of fun recipes you can make on or leading up to the holiday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Shopping your own Kitchen | 118

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 19:58 Transcription Available


    Whether you’re trying to save on groceries (and let’s be honest aren’t we all right now?!) or simply trying to waste less food at home, one of the most beneficial habits I’ve developed is what I call shopping my own kitchen. In this episode, I dig into how to make your food go further with this beneficial habit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Slow Cooker Cheat Sheet| 117

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 27:10 Transcription Available


    We are in the thick of slow cooker season! For most of you it’s smack dab in the middle of winter with colder temps and a desire for easy set it and forget it comfort foods. In this episode, I walk you through my slow cooker cheat sheet and talk about how I developed and tested these things to make these recipes even easier. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Cooking while on Vacation | 116

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 23:11 Transcription Available


    Getting together with the ENTIRE family is always fun and exciting, but planning the meals can feel overwhelming and stressful. I’m excited to break it down for you and offer a manageable way to approach this situation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    5 Tools I Can't Live Without in my Kitchen | 115

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2025 27:06 Transcription Available


    We love to talk about all kinds of kitchen tools that make life easier on the show, but this week we're digging into what I consider the most essential tools. These are the items in my kitchen that I truly couldn't live without. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Build a Better Kitchen in 2025 | 114

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 19:53 Transcription Available


    There are so many different factors that go into getting the most out of your kitchen. In this episode, I dive into some of the most important elements you need in order to make your kitchen more functional so that it's even easier to get dinner on the table each week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Drop Off Dinners | 113

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 22:59 Transcription Available


    One of the best ways to show love to neighbors during hard or stressful times is making and dropping off dinner. In this episode I go through everything you need to think of when preparing these meals as well as the recipes I use the most when dropping off dinner. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Refreshing your Dinner Routine | 112

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 20:05 Transcription Available


    With the holidays all wrapped up, we're talking about getting back into your weekly dinner routines to kick off the new year. In this episode, I talk about how restarting these routines helps get my family back to the table on a regular basis for those weeknight dinners. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    What I'm Cooking for Christmas | 111

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 17:32 Transcription Available


    Everyone knows the staple foods for Thanksgiving, but for Christmas there's a little more variety in what everyone choses to make. In this episode, I get into the menu for my Christmas this year and share tips for making your Christmas dinner special. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Gifting from your Kitchen | 110

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 19:39 Transcription Available


    We're deep into the holiday season now and I absolutely love to involve food in my gifting. In this episode, I get into how you can outdo the store bought gifts with simple and easy recipes from your kitchen.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Systems Saving me this December | 109

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2024 18:27 Transcription Available


    December is one of the busiest times of the year and I'm here to help make sure you get the most out of your holidays. In this episode, I get into a few systems that help me make sure I have a plan for all the holiday festivities with my family.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Thanksgiving Q&A| 108

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2024 25:07 Transcription Available


    The big day is almost here and I'm getting so excited! In this episode, I open the mail bag to answer all of your last minute Thanksgiving-related questions.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How to be a Guest at Thanksgiving Dinner| 107

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2024 25:08 Transcription Available


    We love to talk about all the ways to be a great Thanksgiving host, but what about being a great guest? In this episode, we dive into all the different ways you can help take some of the burden off your host to make the big meal better for everyone.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Formula for your Thanksgiving Feast | 106

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 21:36 Transcription Available


    Now that we're in November, Thanksgiving is quickly approaching and I'm here with this episode to help you get a head start so you're ready to go on the big day. In this episode, I get into my approach with the very first things you need to do when you start planning.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Trader Joe's Favorite Things Party | 105

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2024 23:23 Transcription Available


    Favorite things parties are very common these days, but I recently attended my first Trader Joe's themed favorite things party and absolutely loved it. In this episode, I share all my personal favorites plus all my new discoveries thanks to my friends.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How to Make Dinner in the Morning | 104

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2024 25:29 Transcription Available


    This is always the time of year where things seem to get crazy, but that doesn't mean family meals together have to fall by the wayside. One of my favorite ways to keep family dinners steady is prepping in the morning. In this episode I dig into the best recipes to help you get a head start on dinner.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Halloween Recipes & Hacks | 103

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 18:05 Transcription Available


    We're going all in on Halloween this year, including the food! I'm sharing my favorite Halloween festive recipes that my kids look forward to every year. Tune in for inspo on making food a core part of your spooky season celebrations.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Soup Simplified | 102

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 23:00 Transcription Available


    Soup season is upon us! I love how versatile soup can be and want to get into the basics of what makes soup taste delicious, as well as the essential tools you need to make these soups. Stick around for 5 different soup recommendations that I'll be making for my family this fall.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Meal Planning for my Closet | 101

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2024 22:02 Transcription Available


    I may or may not have recently had a tiny little mid-life crisis surrounding my wardrobe. While going through my clothes, I realized there's lots of similarities between meal planning and closet planning and a lot of the same principles we talk about in the kitchen can be applied to what we wear.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Celebrating & Reflecting on 100 Episodes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2024 20:27 Transcription Available


    When I started this podcast back in January 2022, my goal was to support you in creating a simple dinner system that made getting dinner on the table easier. In this episode, we're celebrating lessons I've learned along the way and highlighting my 5 all-star kitchen tools with a special giveaway.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Car Dinners for Busy Nights | 099

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2024 25:05 Transcription Available


    Beep beep, it's time to eat dinner on the go! This week I'm sharing my favorite ideas for cold and hot meals to feed your family during all of the after school activities at this time of year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Why You Should Be Making Dinner Earlier | 098

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2024 20:18 Transcription Available


    It's been a few months of eating dinner earlier (right after school, actually) and I wanted to share an update if you've been curious. Also, to celebrate my 40th birthday I did a wardrobe update in this week's Gimme 5!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    My Fall Pantry Cheat Sheet | 097

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 22:28 Transcription Available


    This week I'm dreaming of cooler temperatures and I'm printing out my Fall Pantry Cheat Sheet. The school year is well underway and my family is turning to recipes that just really hit the spot, including 5 new recipes for September, my birthday month! Join me in celebrating!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kitchen Office Hours | 096

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2024 25:37 Transcription Available


    I'm back in my kitchen office to answer your questions. This week we discuss the benefits of early dinner time, how to cook chicken you will actually love to serve, and my favorite school lunch items from Trader Joe's.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    This Habit Saves Me BIG on Groceries | 095

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 21:32 Transcription Available


    Have you noticed your reciepts adding up lately? I wanted to share with you the weekly system I use to keep meals cooking and money from running out the door to the shopping cart every week. If you're ready to start a new practice in the kitchen this school year, let's get started!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How-to Find a New Dinner Rhythm | 094

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2024 19:52 Transcription Available


    When your family is going through a period of transition, whether that is a change of season, big move, back from vacation, it can be daunting to get back in the rhythm of weeknight dinner. Let's break it down in this episode to help you establish a customized simple dinner system.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Back-to-School Traditions | 093

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 25:30 Transcription Available


    Whether you're embracing or avoiding the topic of back-to-school, we're going to chat about a few very simple back to school traditions. Here are some managable recipes and ideas for transitioning back into the busiest time of the year.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lunch Cheat Sheet | 092

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 25:52 Transcription Available


    August is here and summer is coming to a close. This week I'm cheering on Team USA and sharing my favorite gold medal worthy lunch ideas for your whole family.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    3 Recipes to Survive the Rest of Summer | 091

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2024 24:00 Transcription Available


    Can you believe some people are already heading back to school? Today I wanted to share what meals are working for my family as we try to soak up what is left of the sunshine with nights at the pool and picnics on the beach.  Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    A Formula for Weeknight Grilling | 090

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2024 24:37 Transcription Available


    Summer hosting and festivities have my family gathered around the pool and the grill now more than ever. It's always my goal to give you the confidence and the tools you need to tackle weeknight meals. Here's my formula for weeknight grilling, including my favorite tools, marinades, recipes and serving suggestions.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kitchen Office Hours | 089

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024 26:06 Transcription Available


    I'm back in the kitchen (and outside by the grill) to share how we'll be celebrating the 4th and answering your questions. Have you noticed the price of food going up? Do you wish you were more confident grilling this summer? This episode is for you! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Birthday Food Tradtions | 088

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 24:10 Transcription Available


    My oldest is turning 12 this week and I thought it was the perfect time to round up our favorite family food traditions around birthdays. Some of these have been tradtions since I was a child and I want to continue their legacy and document them in my recipe binder for our family.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Lunch Ideas to Survive Summer | 087

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 21:48 Transcription Available


    We're starting summer by trying to survive lunch - because that's where I seem to get tripped up. Having the right amount of options in the house to please and feed everyone three times a day is tough, so here are my best tips. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How-to Cook for a Family Reunion | 086

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2024 25:51 Transcription Available


    I'm packing up the car and hitting the road for our big family reunion. The best thing I'm bringing with me? The master plan for all of our meals and grocery shopping this weekend. This episode is full of my favorite solutions for feeding a crowd by the pool and on the go. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Formula to Survive Summer Cooking | 085

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2024 23:13 Transcription Available


    Today we're going to chat about how you can make cooking feel a bit more manageable this summer and discuss a handful of shortcut ingredients I always keep in my pantry that turn into quick and simple summer dinners. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kitchen Office Hours | 084

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 24:16


    Planning a family reunion menu this month? Looking for inspiration to feed kids for lunch during the summer? I'm in my kitchen office to answer your questions this week and help solve your cooking dilemmas.  Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How-to Make Salad Feel Like Dinner | 083

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 22:31 Transcription Available


    I love a hearty salad any time of day, and I know some of you out there aren't convinced that salad can be a whole meal. In this episode I share how to design a meal based on a delicious, seasoned salad that the whole family will enjoy -- especially as we welcome warmer weather. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How-to Make Dinner When Your Kids Play Sports | 082

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2024 19:46 Transcription Available


    I can't tell you the last time I was home on a Thursday night. My kids are involved in so many fun after school activities, but I was struggling to find the time to feed our family and cheer them on at the same time. In this episode I share the tips that worked to solve this weekly dinner pain point. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Salad School | 081

    Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2024 22:00 Transcription Available


    It's May and Salad School is back in session! I'm excited to introduce new salad recipes, my best tips to making delicious greens, and the best secrets to achieve restaurant worthy salads at home. Are you ready to eat your veggies?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Kitchen Office Hours | 080

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 23:44 Transcription Available


    What do I eat for lunch everyday? How does a salad swap work? What should I gift for Mother's Day this year? I'm back in the kitchen to answer your questions and share easy meals to add to your meal plan for the week. Let's get cooking! Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Spring Kitchen Refresh | 079

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2024 22:51 Transcription Available


    My allergies are telling me that spring has offically arrived, and I have the urge to organize my pantry. Listen in to this episode for my favorite seasonal shortcut ingredients and the recipes I love to feature them. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How-to Save + Organize Family Recipes | 078

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 20:20 Transcription Available


    With Mother's Day and spring birthdays fast approaching, I wanted to share my favorite tips for collecting and organizing family recipes. The meals our families love to share are about so much more than just food, they are the memories that connect us and our most treasured time together. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Meal Prep Cheat Sheet | 077

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2024 23:58 Transcription Available


    A spring break "staycation" is here for my family, but I know we never get a break from deciding what to make for dinner. Let's discuss how we can calm the overwhelm through my meal prep formula. Looking for more recipes? Check out Recipe Club! Follow Kelsey on Instagram (@KelseyNixon) for more great content!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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