Thrive: In the Kitchen

3 Seasons • 17 Episodes

Mealtime is made easy with Thrive: In the Kitchen! This series features filling recipes, including lean protein, healthy carbs and lots of veggies.

2m

Grape Dumplings

S3 • E4

Chef Steven Looney introduces grape dumplings, a favorite dessert among the Chickasaws and neighboring peoples.

3m

Wild Onions & Scrambled Eggs

S3 • E5

Chickasaw cook Lynie Richardson prepares a traditional seasonal favorite with foraged wild onions.

3m

Pashofa

S3 • E2

Chickasaw cook Lynie Richardson demonstrates how to make the soup that plays a central role in Chickasaw gatherings.

3m

Bison Chili

S3 • E3

Chef Steven Looney prepares a hearty family dish utilizing delicious bison meat and traditional Chickasaw ingredients.

2m

Three Sisters Stew

S3 • E1

Chef Steven Looney demonstrates how to prepare a healthy and filling vegetarian dish from these Chickasaw staples.

1m 30s

Bell Pepper Snack Cups

S2 • E5

Using a fresh bell pepper as a "cup" to hold low-fat Ranch dressing is a fun way to get the kids to eat their vegetables!

3m

Jalapeño Poppers

S1 • E5

These spicy-yet-creamy jalapeño poppers are sure to be the hit of your next tailgate or dinner party!

3m 30s

Kickin' Chicken Quesadillas

S1 • E6

Plain Greek yogurt and cream cheese turn these chicken quesadillas into a creamy, tangy meal.

1m 30s

Eagle's Nest

S2 • E6

This miniature "eagle's nest" is easy for kids to help make and uses just three ingredients: peaches, cottage cheese and raisins.

4m

Mighty Meatballs

S1 • E7

These homemade meatballs are perfect as an addition to whole wheat spaghetti or spaghetti squash but are just as delicious on their own.

1m

Hummus and Vegetables

S2 • E7

Hummus is a wonderful, protein-filled vegetarian option for kids and adults alike.

1m

Turtle Apple

S2 • E8

Create a "turtle" using the apple as a shell and the Mandarin oranges as the feet and head.

2m 30s

Turkey Taco Soup

S1 • E8

Whether you choose to use turkey in this taco soup or would rather substitute another meat, just make sure you choose a package labeled "lean."

2m

Peachy Keen Chiller

S2 • E1

A smoothie is perfect for both an afternoon pick-me-up or for kicking off the day in a healthy way.

2m

Fried Peaches

S2 • E2

Tossing these peaches in olive oil over medium heat makes them a lot healthier than your everyday fried food.

3m

Fresh Salsa with Baked Chips

S1 • E4

You're going to hesitate returning to the store-bought variety once you've made your own chips and salsa!

3m

Granola Cookies

S2 • E3

Adding mashed bananas in place of butter is an easy way to make a healthy choice — and you won't even notice the difference!

2m

Fruit Sorbet

S2 • E4

Eating healthy doesn't mean having to give up your sweet tooth!

3m 30s

Breakfast Burritos

S1 • E2

These hearty breakfast burritos are truly perfect for any time of day.

2m

Parmesan Kale Salad

S1 • E3

With just a few ingredients, this quick and easy salad makes a great addition to a main course or is plenty filling by itself.

5m

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Melissa Church

Bringing fun, easy and healthy recipes to the Chickasaw Nation

Melissa Church has been a registered dietician since 2008.

Kim Mowdy

Working to give Native American youth the tools to lead healthier lives

Kim Mowdy is a food demonstration specialist for the Chickasaw Nation.

Grape Dumplings

Prepared with only four ingredients, Grape Dumplings are a sweet treat and favorite Chickasaw dessert.

Wild Onions & Scrambled Eggs

Elevate breakfast by adding wild-foraged wild onions to traditional scrambled eggs.

Three Sisters Stew

Corn, beans and squash are the main ingredients in this hearty and filling Three Sisters Stew.

Pashofa

A timeless and traditional Chickasaw dish, Pashofa is made from cracked corn, or hominy, and stewed pork.

Bison Chili

Bison Chili is a fresh take on a family favorite, made with hearty bison meat and traditional Chickasaw ingredients.

Jalapeño Poppers

These spicy-yet-creamy jalapeño poppers are sure to be the hit of your next tailgate or dinner party!

Turkey Taco Soup

Whether you choose to use turkey in this taco soup or would rather substitute another meat, just make sure you choose a package labeled "lean."

Breakfast Burritos

These hearty breakfast burritos are truly perfect for any time of day.

Mighty Meatballs

These homemade meatballs are perfect as an addition to whole wheat spaghetti or spaghetti squash but are just as delicious on their own.

Eagle's Nest

This miniature "eagle's nest" is easy for kids to help make and uses just three ingredients: peaches, cottage cheese and raisins.

Fried Peaches

Tossing these peaches in olive oil over medium heat makes them a lot healthier than your everyday fried food.

Microwave Egg Muffin

There's always time for breakfast with these easy single-serve microwave egg muffins!

Bell Pepper Snack Cups

Using a fresh bell pepper as a "cup" to hold low-fat Ranch dressing is a fun way to get the kids to eat their vegetables!

Parmesan Kale Salad

With just a few ingredients, this quick and easy salad makes a great addition to a main course or is plenty filling in and of itself.

Peachy Keen Chiller

A smoothie is perfect for both an afternoon pick-me-up or for kicking off the day in a healthy way.

Turtle Apple

Create a "turtle" using the apple as a shell and the Mandarin oranges as the feet and head.

Fruit Sorbet

Eating healthy doesn't mean having to give up your sweet tooth!

Fresh Salsa with Baked Chips

You're going to hesitate returning to the store-bought variety once you've made your own chips and salsa!

Kickin' Chicken Quesadillas

Plain Greek yogurt and cream cheese turn these chicken quesadillas into a creamy, tangy meal.

Hummus and Vegetables

Hummus is a wonderful, protein-filled vegetarian option for kids and adults alike.