There’s a lot of pressure to have dinner ready when you get home from work. Not only do you want to spend time with your family, but you also don’t want to spend an hour in the kitchen preparing a meal.
I’ve got the perfect solution for you! These 20 quick and easy dinner ideas for busy weeknights will give you plenty of inspiration for your next meal.
You don’t need to spend hours in the kitchen to make amazing food. With these recipes, you’ll be able to feed your family something delicious without stressing out about it.
So take a look at these delicious recipes and let me know which ones are your favorites.
Easy Baked Chicken Parmesan
Quick and easy to make chicken parmesan that doesn’t require deep frying, only breaded and baked.
This delicious and healthy dinner will be loved by the whole family.
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One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta Recipe
This One Pot Chicken Alfredo Pasta is creamy, cheesy, and flavorful. You only need one pot and 20 minutes to make this easy dish.
A family favorite that the whole family will love.
One Pot Cheesy Beef & Macaroni
This One Pot Cheesy Beef & Macaroni is an easy weeknight meal that everyone will love! It’s ready in less than 30 minutes and makes plenty for leftovers too.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or even Sunday dinners.
One-Pan Creamy Chicken & Gnocchi
The best part of this meal is that it takes just 20 minutes to cook. This recipe is a great option for busy weeknight dinners.
The cream sauce and gnocchi are easy to make, but the chicken breasts add a little extra flavor and texture to the dish.
Sheet-Pan Lemon Butter Chicken Thighs
This is another one of those easy sheet pan recipes that can be made with just a few ingredients.
I love the combination of lemon and garlic with chicken thighs, and this recipe has a delicious sauce that’s super easy to make.
Air Fryer Chimichangas
Chimichangas are one of my favorite dishes because they’re so versatile. You can fill them with whatever you want, but I like to use ground beef, cheese, and black beans for a hearty filling.
These chimichangas are made in an air fryer instead of deep fried, which saves you some calories.
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Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
My husband loves salmon, so I make it often at home. This honey garlic glazed salmon recipe is one of his favorites.
The best part about it is how easy it is – just mix together some honey, soy sauce and garlic then brush on top of your salmon fillets before baking them in the oven or grilling them on the grill.
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Margherita Pizza
This simple pizza is a good way to use up leftover pizza dough. Margherita pizza is a classic Italian dish that’s been around for centuries.
But it’s still as delicious as ever, thanks to its simple ingredients and fresh flavors.
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Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Mango Salsa
This recipe is super easy to make and will be ready to eat in 20 minutes. The mango salsa is sweet, spicy, and slightly tangy. It adds a nice contrast to the grilled shrimp.
Shrimp is a great source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids which help reduce inflammation and improve brain function.
This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights when you need something quick and easy.
Grilled Chicken Breasts with Balsamic Glaze
This recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make and it’s delicious.
The balsamic glaze adds a nice sweetness to the chicken without being overly salty like other sauces tend to be.
This dish goes great with any side dishes or salads that you have on hand in your kitchen.
It also works well for meal prep because it reheats well in the microwave or oven when you want another serving throughout the week.
The Best Vegan Pizza
This pizza is loaded with veggies and topped with a delicious cashew cream sauce and flavorful veggies.
It’s quick to make and so good.
Banh Mi Sandwich
This Banh Mi sandwich is packed with flavor from pickled vegetables, fresh cilantro, and spicy chili sauce.
It’s the perfect Vietnamese sandwich for summer.
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Easy Chicken Salad Sandwich
This is one of my favorite recipes and it’s super simple. It tastes great and is perfect for dinner or lunch.
Pan-fried Tilapia
Tilapia is a mild white fish that cooks quickly and pairs well with many flavors, especially lemon butter sauce.
It’s super simple but always delicious when cooked right.
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