My name is Lily Romano, I’m 38 years old, born and raised just outside of Naples, Italy, and now living in Austin, Texas. I’m a busy mom of two energetic kids, married to a man who thinks he’s my official taste tester, and I cook in a kitchen that’s rarely spotless but always full of laughter. I’m writing this for you home cooks and beginners who want real food, real flavor, and recipes that actually work on a Tuesday night.
I didn’t grow up dreaming of Michelin stars. I grew up watching my nonna stretch one roasted chicken into three meals without anyone feeling deprived. In Italy, chicken wasn’t fancy it was practical, comforting, and incredibly versatile. When I moved to the U.S., I realized something: Americans love chicken just as much as we do back home, but they need it to be faster, healthier, and weeknight-friendly. And that’s exactly where I come in.
As a busy mom, I understand the 5:30 PM panic. The “What’s for dinner?” echoing through the house. The temptation to order takeout. That’s why I focus so much on 30-minute chicken dinners. My quick recipes are built for real life minimal prep, simple ingredients, and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. I test every recipe multiple times at my own dinner table. If my kids won’t eat it, it doesn’t make the blog. If it takes too long, I simplify it. If it’s bland, I fix it.
Air Fryer chicken recipes became my secret weapon when life got overwhelming. I love how the air fryer gives you that crispy, golden texture without deep frying. I’ve spent months experimenting with different marinades, spice blends, breadcrumb alternatives until I found methods that guarantee juicy chicken every single time. From crispy air fryer chicken thighs to quick air fryer chicken tenders for picky eaters, I design these recipes to be foolproof, especially for beginners.
Because I also care about balance and health, I’ve developed a whole collection of keto and low-carb chicken recipes. I don’t believe in boring “diet food.” I believe in flavor-first cooking that just happens to fit your lifestyle. Creamy Tuscan chicken without the carb-heavy sides. Lemon garlic chicken with roasted vegetables instead of pasta. Healthy keto doesn’t mean sacrificing comfort, it means being intentional with ingredients.
My Mediterranean chicken recipes are where my heart truly lives. Olive oil, garlic, oregano, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs these flavors remind me of home. I translate those traditional tastes into accessible, weeknight-friendly dishes for American kitchens. You don’t need specialty ingredients or advanced skills. If you can season, sauté, and bake, you can cook like this.
And when life feels heavy? That’s when I turn to chicken comfort food. Creamy baked casseroles, cozy chicken soups, skillet meals that warm the whole house. Comfort food doesn’t have to be complicated. It just needs love, patience, and the right balance of seasoning. I’ll show you how to build layers of flavor even if you’re just starting out.
I also work a lot with tools that save time Air Fryer and Instant Pot recipes are staples in my kitchen. I break down each step clearly because I remember what it felt like to be intimidated by new equipment. My goal is to make you confident, not confused.
I’ve burned chicken. I’ve over-salted sauce. I’ve forgotten to defrost meat (more times than I’d like to admit). But every mistake taught me something, and now I share those lessons so you don’t have to learn them the hard way. Cooking isn’t about perfection it’s about progress.
If you’re here, you probably want reliable chicken recipes that fit your real life healthy when you need them to be, comforting when you crave it, quick when you’re short on time, and always packed with flavor. That’s what I promise you.
I’m Lily. I’m a busy Italian mom who believes chicken can be exciting, nourishing, and simple all at once. And I can’t wait to cook with you. 🍗💛