# 5 Recipes I've been making on repeat

### Because even food bloggers have favorites!

[Arman Liew](https://substack.com/@thebigmansworld)

Jun 16, 2026

Friends, I’m going to be honest. I do so much recipe testing and development, which means plenty of recipes every single week. But there are still a handful of recipes I make over and over again, sometimes twice a week.

I’m sharing 5 of my favorites that I’ve been making week over week for the last 5 to 10 years. Many readers have enjoyed it too- I’ve been loving the photos you’ve been sharing on social media :)

## Air fryer orange chicken

I used to live on orange chicken. I’m talking Chinese takeout with all the MSG and deep-fried goodness. My **[copycat recipe](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-orange-chicken/)** looks and tastes the same, but skips the deep frying AND cuts back on all the added sugar. I love it over **[basmati rice](https://thebigmansworld.com/how-to-cook-basmati-rice/)** and with a side of **[air fryer broccolini](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-broccolini/)**.

[Recipe Here](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-orange-chicken/)

## Instant Pot chicken thighs

Everyone needs a go-to chicken thigh recipe, and nothing beats my **[Instant Pot method](https://thebigmansworld.com/instant-pot-chicken-thighs/)**. I usually meal prep this for my partner and me, and if we’re watching our carbs, we usually enjoy it with cauliflower mashed potatoes. If not, **[air-fryer breakfast potatoes](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-breakfast-potatoes/)** or **[curry-fried rice](https://thebigmansworld.com/creamy-one-pot-pumpkin-curry-rice/)** it is!

[Recipe Here](https://thebigmansworld.com/instant-pot-chicken-thighs/)

## Firecracker meatballs

I had a HelloFresh membership for two years, and once every month I’d get **[firecracker meatballs](https://thebigmansworld.com/firecracker-meatballs/)**. They were SO good that I needed to recreate them. It’s so quick and easy, and not too spicy for picky eaters. I love the sauce so much, I’ve used it for **[salmon](https://thebigmansworld.com/firecracker-salmon/)**, **[chicken](https://thebigmansworld.com/firecracker-chicken/)**, and **[shrimp](https://thebigmansworld.com/firecracker-shrimp/)**!

[Recipe Here](https://thebigmansworld.com/firecracker-meatballs/)

## Protein banana bread

**[High protein banana bread](https://thebigmansworld.com/protein-banana-bread/)** - one of my favorite recipes since 2015. It’s so moist and fluffy and has a gorgeous, tender crumb. I usually enjoy it on its own, but it’s great with some **[almond butter](https://thebigmansworld.com/almond-butter-recipe/)** spread on top.

[Recipe Here](https://thebigmansworld.com/protein-banana-bread/)

## Air fryer peaches

Grilled peaches are one of my favorite things ever. I was hesitant to use the **[air fryer](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-peaches/)**, but I was pleasantly surprised- it’s so juicy, caramelized, and perfect with some **[sugar free frozen yogurt](https://thebigmansworld.com/sugar-free-frozen-yogurt/)** or **[cookie dough ice cream](https://thebigmansworld.com/cookie-dough-ice-cream-recipe/)**.

[Recipe Here](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-peaches/)