Dinner, am I right? As my husband texted me the other day, “Why do we have to eat EVERY SINGLE day?” he’s right! It’s exhausting planning and cooking meals every single day of the week. As someone who doesn’t really do takeout or storebought food, cooking meals is a daily chore that can become overwhelming (even though I love cooking!)
These quick and easy weeknight dinner recipes are the perfect inspiration for any mom or dad looking for easy ideas for dinner. Check out these recipes that you absolutely need to know about!
Ground Beef Stroganoff
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An easy comfort food that takes less than an hour to make! Stroganoff is a dish made with noodles, or sometimes even rice, with a sour cream sauce base, meat, and mushrooms.
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Cheesy Ground Beef and Rice Casserole
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This hearty Ground Beef and Rice Casserole combines ground beef, rice, and melted cheese for a delicious and comforting meal. It’s perfect for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, and it will definitely become a family favorite!
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Prosciutto Pasta With Artichokes and Olives
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This Mediterranean-inspired Prosciutto Pasta with Artichokes and Olives is bursting with fresh, bold ingredients! This simple sauce is ready in just 30 minutes and is loaded with juicy cherry tomatoes, basil, kalamata and green olives, garlic, red bell peppers, and lots of crumbled feta cheese.
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Cottage Cheese Marry Me Chicken
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When it comes to recipes that impress, Marry Me Chicken is one of those dishes that lives up to the hype. This cottage cheese marry me chicken recipe is a lighter take on the popular classic. It’s still quick and easy to make, tastes fancy, and super filling.
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Crispiest Fish Batter
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This is a copycat recipe of the Long John Silver’s restaurant chain’s crispy fish batter. It has a remarkably crunchy crust, and the fish stays tender and juicy. It’s the best fish and chips can be made at home!
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Santa Fe Chicken Recipe
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This Santa Fe Chicken Recipe is made with seasoned chicken breasts smothered in black beans, diced tomatoes, sweet corn, and yummy melted cheese. It’s an easy 30-minute one-skillet weeknight dinner loved by the whole family.
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Gluten-Free Tortellini Soup Recipe
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This Gluten-Free Tortellini Soup is perfect for a cold winter day. It combines a velvety, creamy broth swirling with tender gluten-free tortellini, infused with aromatic herbs, sausage, and veggies. And it only takes 20 minutes to make!
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Easy and Juicy Thin Cut Pork Chops Recipe
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This thin-cut pork chops recipe is easy yet flavorful and juicy! Whip these up for a quick weeknight dinner for the whole family. These stovetop pork chops are ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish because there is no breading involved!
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Old-Fashioned American Goulash
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This old-fashioned recipe remains a great way to stretch simple ingredients, like one pound of ground beef, into a hearty meal for the whole family. Whether you haven’t had goulash before or recreating a childhood favorite, this dish is perfect for a hungry family on busy weeknights.
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Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya With Shrimp
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This Instant Pot Chicken and Sausage Jambalaya with Shrimp is a quick and flavorful take on the classic Creole dish. Loaded with smoky andouille sausage, tender chicken thighs, and juicy shrimp, it’s an easy one-pot meal that brings bold flavors to your table with minimal effort. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or when you’re craving a comforting, hearty dish!
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Vegetarian Singapore Noodles (Vegetarian Mei Fun)
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This recipe is a meat-free version of takeout-style Singapore Noodles. This Vegetarian Singapore Noodle recipe is made using stir-fried rice noodles, curry powder, some vegetables, and a touch of spicy red chili peppers. It’s a quick, easy option for meatless Mondays with the family.
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Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta
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This Creamy One-pan Lemon Chicken Orzo Pasta is an easy-to-make 20-minute dinner recipe that combines tender rotisserie chicken, vegetables, and a zesty lemon-infused sauce with orzo pasta.
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Boursin Pasta
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This is the Boursin pasta that went viral on TikTok. This Boursin cheese and tomato pasta is so easy, with the creamy Boursin pasta sauce made right in the pan!
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Skillet Lasagna
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If you’re craving lasagna but don’t have time for all the layering and baking, this 30-minute one-pan skillet lasagna will be your new best friend. It’s packed with rich marinara sauce, tender lasagna noodles, and cheesy goodness, all cooked in a single pan.
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Teriyaki Chicken and Rice Bowls
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These Teriyaki Chicken and Rice Bowls are a delicious and easy to make dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Tender chicken pieces are cooked in a savory teriyaki sauce with fluffy rice, all in one pot for minimal cleanup.
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Turkish Pasta (Viral TikTok Recipe)
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This Turkish Pasta is protein-packed, flavor-filled and easy to make! This recipe is inspired by Turkish manti (traditional Turkish dumplings).
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Quick And Easy Cacio E Pepe Pasta
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Only 5 ingredients are needed to make this delicious Cacio E Pepe Pasta tossed with fresh pepper, pecorino, and Parmigiano cheeses. Make this and you can have dinner on the table in 15 minutes or less.
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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta
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I love pasta, and once you taste this Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto Pasta, it will be your family’s first choice too. This quick, creamy, vegetarian pasta recipe uses sun-dried tomato pesto and bursts with rich garlic, basil, and cheese! It is conveniently customizable with any veggies to create your favorite version.
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15-Minute Chicken Fried Rice with Egg
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Chicken fried rice is the ultimate comfort food, and this version makes it super easy to put it together. Tender chicken, fluffy eggs, sweet peas and carrots, and crunchy green onions combine in a symphony of textures, all coated in a savory blend of soy sauce, rich butter, and nutty sesame oil.
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