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    10/28/2022

    Easy Weeknight Dinners  (Quick Family-Friendly Meals)

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    After a long day at work, we’ll prefer to have a quick and easy meal at night. We’ve rounded up 30+ of the best Easy Weeknight Dinners that are sure to blow your taste buds away! From pasta to rice to soup and casserole, you’ll get inspired.

    Whether you’re cooking for two or a bigger family, finding dinner meal ideas for the week that are also easy weekday meals is essential.

    Having to prepare dinner every single day can be a real chore, especially the part about figuring out what to cook! Fun, creative, and mouthwatering, these meals are a guaranteed hit.

    Table of Contents Show
    1. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
    2. Best Chili Recipe
    3. Ground Beef Nachos
    4. Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry
    5. The Best Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich
    6. Chicken Fried Rice
    7. Beef Stir Fry
    8. Easy Teriyaki Salmon
    9. Baked Ribs in the Oven
    10. Fettuccine Alfredo
    11. Sheet Pan Sausage and Vegetables
    12. Loaded Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos
    13. Salisbury Steak
    14. Easy Sirloin Steak
    15. Walking Taco Casserole
    16. Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf
    17. Southern Baked Mac and Cheese
    18. 3 Ingredient Coca-Cola Chicken
    19. Shrimp Tacos
    20. Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce
    21. Easy Taco Soup Recipe
    22. Instant Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup with Potatoes
    23. Lasagna Roll Ups
    24. Garlic Beef Lo Mein
    25. Creamy Chicken Pasta
    26. Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup
    27. Chicken Pad Thai
    28. Four Seasons Pizza
    29. Homemade Hamburger Helper
    30. Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls
    Easy Weeknight Dinners (Chicken Fajitas Recipe and More)

    1. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Baked chicken fajitas are ridiculously easy to make and go directly from oven to table in less than thirty minutes.

    Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings like sour cream and avocado. 

    2. Best Chili Recipe

    Texas Roadhouse is an American chain restaurant famous for its Southwestern cuisine. Popular menu items include steak, ribs and their infamous Texas Roadhouse Chili. Known for its spicy, smoky flavor, this copycat chili recipe is a two-meat treat for those who want a warm bowl of hearty comfort.
    Texas Roadhouse Chili

    Prepare yourself for, you’re about to make a chili copycat recipe that will blow you away.

    Straight from the Texas roadhouse and right into your kitchen – it’s the best chili recipe out there. 

    Made with two different meats, this dish is robust, hearty and delicious, and tastes just like you would imagine comfort would taste. 

    3. Ground Beef Nachos

    Ground Beef Nachos

    This isn’t your regular nacho dish! This is your classic recipe kicked up a notch. Topped with ground beef, cheese, and all your favorite toppings.

    It’s a dish that is meant to share, making it perfect for any party or potluck.

    4. Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry

    Pineapple Chicken Stir-Fry

    This is a quick stir-fry with juicy chunks of chicken and pineapple in a tangy sauce.

    Make this easy pineapple chicken recipe in just 20 minutes for a weeknight dinner the whole family will love. So much better than takeout!

    5. The Best Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    The Best Vegan Grilled Cheese Sandwich

    If you’re a cheese lover, then this one’s for you! That’s because this vegan grilled cheese sandwich is loaded with delicious cheese and it even it!

    It doesn’t stop there! This recipe also calls for vegan sourdough bread! Yum!

    6. Chicken Fried Rice

    Chicken Fried Rice

    You won’t be disappointed with this chicken fried rice! It has moist and tender chicken with peas and carrots and long rice all cooked together.

    You can easily make this unique and your own with this favorite Chinese rice recipe – so many varieties of fried rice can be made. 

    7. Beef Stir Fry

    Beef Stir Fry

    Loaded with tender beef, this beef stir fry combines the perfect marinade with soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger and beef broth.

    Plus, you can step it up a notch by adding your favorite vegetables like broccoli – all that goodness in just 20 minutes flat!

    8. Easy Teriyaki Salmon

    Easy Teriyaki Salmon

    This 20 Minute easy salmon is flaky, juicy and pan-fried to perfection with 4-ingredient homemade Teriyaki Sauce.

    It’s the easiest, most healthy, and most flavorful teriyaki salmon you’ll ever eat. 

    9. Baked Ribs in the Oven

    Baked Ribs in the Oven

    Whether you prefer spare ribs or back ribs, here’s the perfect method for the best oven-baked barbecue ribs.

    10. Fettuccine Alfredo

    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Here’s a recipe that only takes five ingredients and takes just five minutes of preparation.

    Fettuccine alfredo is an Italian dish that’s incredibly creamy and cheesy too! The best part? The sauce is homemade!

    11. Sheet Pan Sausage and Vegetables

    Sheet Pan Sausage and Vegetables

    Try this recipe for a hearty, homestyle meal that comes together in minutes.

    Juicy Italian sausages are paired with roasted veggies for a filling dinner and easy cleanup.

    12. Loaded Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos

    Loaded Vegetarian Sheet Pan Nachos

    Looking for a fun, vegetarian-friendly appetizer or snack? These nachos are perfect for movie night at home or Super Bowl Sunday.

    13. Salisbury Steak

    Salisbury Steak

    Juicy, tender, and creamy, Salisbury steak is a mouth-watering dish.

    You’ll get tips on how to perfectly make this recipe along with some great ideas for side dishes.

    14. Easy Sirloin Steak

    Easy Sirloin Steak

    Enjoy this easy sirloin steak with mouthwatering garlic butter flavors. Pan-seared and caramelized to perfection, it may just be one of the most satisfying meals you’ve had in a while.

    All it needs is some potatoes, spices, rice, broccoli and some pan-searing for this meal, plus it pairs perfectly with a salad on the side. 

    15. Walking Taco Casserole

    Walking Taco Casserole

    Think taco salad and now think of everything you love about it – now take a look at this walking casserole dish.

    It’s easily a taco salad turned into a warm and cheesy baked dish with fritos, doritos or tortilla chips and ground beef, plus it’s easy to throw together! Tex-Mex at its best!

    16. Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf

    Lipton Onion Soup Meatloaf

    Tender, juicy and mouth-watering every time! This copycat recipe is made with just 6 ingredients and takes minimal prep – the key here is to season the entire meatloaf with the lipton onion soup mix.

    Serve it up with asparagus or mashed potatoes to complete the meal.

    17. Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

    Southern Baked Mac and Cheese

    Southern flavors baked right into this Mac and Cheese, with its creamy texture it will knock out any store-bought version!

    This recipe will easily make enough to please a crowd and all it takes is some sharp cheddar, evaporated milk, eggs, half and half, and some of those good Southern seasonings.

    18. 3 Ingredient Coca-Cola Chicken

    3 Ingredient Coca-Cola Chicken

    Have to be honest here, I had never heard of this combo – but boy am I lovin’ it now!

    You’ll like it even more when you read you’ll only need 3 ingredients, and it will be ready in 20 minutes!

    19. Shrimp Tacos

    Shrimp Tacos

    Blackened shrimp, avocado, mango, purple cabbage, lime and cilantro are the key ingredients in these easy blackened shrimp tacos – all ready in just 15 minutes!

    They’re healthy and flavorful with every bite and will definitely be a meal that everyone in your house will love!

    20. Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce

    Penne Pasta with Vodka Sauce

    The sauce is nothing short of creamy, colorful, and full of flavor in this penne pasta with vodka sauce.

    The recipe combines onions, tomato paste, cream, parmesan and yes vodka!

    Don’t worry though, there isn’t any risk of intoxication here! Just pure satisfaction!

    21. Easy Taco Soup Recipe

    Easy Taco Soup Recipe

    It’s a taco turned into a soup! Ready in under 30 minutes, this dish is nothing short of easy!

    Loaded with tomatoes, ground beef, corn, beans, and homemade taco seasoning. It’s warmth and comfort all in one bowl!

    22. Instant Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup with Potatoes

    Instant Pot Bacon Cheeseburger Soup with Potatoes

    This is a hearty pressure cooker soup recipe loaded with ground beef, crumbled bacon, diced hash brown potatoes, chopped green onions and cheddar cheese.

    23. Lasagna Roll Ups

    Lasagna Roll Ups

    You have to admit, lasagna roll ups sound at the very least intriguing. Veggies, cheese, sauce all packed together with rich flavor! Plus it reheats and freezes well. 

    24. Garlic Beef Lo Mein

    Garlic Beef Lo Mein

    Craving takeout? This satisfying Chinese lo mein recipe is a fraction of the cost with all of the flavor.

    Best of all, it’s ready to eat in just 20 minutes. Perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal!

    25. Creamy Chicken Pasta

    Your family will love the flavors of this Creamy Chicken Pasta. The chicken breast is perfectly seasoned, and the sauce is creamy and cheesy.

    Your family will love this easy pasta dish. The chicken breast is perfectly seasoned, and the sauce is creamy and cheesy.

    This comforting pasta dish takes less than 30 minutes to make, so it’s ideal for a weeknight meal. 

    26. Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

    Instant Pot Chicken Noodle Soup

    Delicious, hearty, and comforting, this easy noodle soup is loaded with chicken, noodles, and vegetables.

    Best of all, it takes only 30 minutes when made from scratch!

    27. Chicken Pad Thai

    Chicken Pad Thai

    This tasty dish is a favorite at most Thai restaurants.

    Recreate these appetizing stir-fried noodles at home for a quick, yet impressive dinner.

    28. Four Seasons Pizza

    Four Seasons Pizza

    This authentic Italian recipe yields a tasty pizza that gives your family lots of variety.

    The pasta dish is divided into quarters, which each section having unique toppings to represent each of the four seasons.

    29. Homemade Hamburger Helper

    Homemade Hamburger Helper

    This recipe will transform a pound of ground beef into something special.

    It’s a kid-friendly dish that’s rich, creamy, and loaded with flavor.

    30. Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls

    Teriyaki Chicken Rice Bowls
    Teriyaki Chicken Bowls

    This is a quick and easy Japanese dinner that can be made within 15 minutes.

    Tender chicken is tossed with sweet, savoury, and garlicky teriyaki sauce and then served with rice and steamed broccoli. No marinading needed! It’s better than takeout from your favorite Asian restaurant!

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    After a long day at work, we’ll prefer to have a quick and easy meal at night. We’ve rounded up 23 of the best Easy Weeknight Dinners that are sure to blow your taste buds away!

    Easy Weeknight Dinners (Chicken Fajitas Recipe and More)

    Baked chicken fajitas are ridiculously easy to make and go directly from oven to table in less than thirty minutes. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings like sour cream and avocado. 
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Author: Izzy

    Ingredients 

    Fajitas

    • 1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 3 bell peppers red, yellow or green, sliced
    • 1 medium onion
    • 1 tsp cumin powder
    • 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
    • 1 tsp garlic powder or minced garlic
    • 2 tsp paprika
    • salt and pepper to taste
    • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
    • 8 flour tortillas 8 inch

    Garnishes – optional

    • lime wedges
    • fresh cilantro chopped
    • sour cream
    • avocado

    Instructions 

    • Preheat oven to 400°F. Set aside a large baking sheet.
    • Place the onions and bell peppers on a work surface and slice into 1/2-inch wide pieces. Next, cut the chicken into 1/2-inch wide strips.
    • Scatter the chicken, peppers, onions and peppers evenly across the baking sheet. Sprinkle cumin, chili powder, garlic, paprika, salt and pepper on top and drizzle with oil.
    • Using tongs or two spoons, toss all ingredients on the pan to coat evenly.
    • Bake for 15 minutes.
    • Remove from oven, and use tongs stir chicken and vegetables. Then slide them one-quarter of the way over, to make space for tortillas.
    • Mop up excess juices with a paper towel, and then add the tortillas to the pan. Return to the oven and bake for 5 more minutes.
    • Remove from oven and squeeze optional fresh lime on top. Serve in tortillas with optional cilantro, sour cream and avocado.
    Author: Izzy
    Course: Dinner
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    About Izzy

    I'm Izzy, a food lover and photographer. Here you’ll find a collection of simple recipes that are perfect for busy people. My blog aims to help you make and enjoy delicious and healthy food at home.

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      September 25, 2023 at 6:31 am

      tasty recipe good recipe

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