Amanda

Amanda Taylor is the creative force behind Lazy Chef Magic, where she blends her passion for simple, flavorful cooking with her skills as a recipe developer, photographer, and storyteller. From her cozy kitchen in Hillsboro, Oregon, Amanda crafts easy-to-follow recipes that transform everyday ingredients into delicious meals, making weeknight dinners feel fun and stress-free.

Through Lazy Chef Magic, Amanda champions a "cook smarter, not harder" philosophy. Her recipes are designed with busy home cooks in mind using approachable techniques like one-pot meals and sheet-pan shortcuts, all while delivering bold, globally inspired flavors. Amanda’s mission is to prove that amazing food doesn’t need to be complicated.