It’s the end of the week, and you want to make something nice, but you don’t have a lot of time or patience, so what do you do? Try one of these easy recipes that are perfect for your family dinner.
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1. Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
This delicious dish is made with only five ingredients and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. It’s the perfect weeknight meal! This recipe is so easy to make you’ll want to add it to your weekly menu plan. You’ll only need to buy chicken breasts, but they can be substituted with chicken thighs or even pork chops if desired. This dish is also perfect for serving guests on busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook an elaborate meal but still want something delicious and healthy for your family.
You can easily adjust the amount of garlic used in this recipe depending on your preferred flavour. If you like garlic but don’t want it overpowering the dish, add just one minced clove instead of two whole cloves. If you’re looking for an easy recipe that kids and adults will enjoy, this is a great option!
2. Baked Chicken Parmesan
This recipe is a perennial favourite, a classic Italian dish made with breaded chicken cutlets, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese. It’s also one of the best crowd-pleasers for feeding a large group of people. If you want to make it even easier on yourself, you can use store-bought sauce and pre-made chicken cutlets for a shortcut.
3. Spaghetti and Meatballs
This hearty pasta dish is perfect for those chilly nights when you don’t feel like cooking from scratch. All you have to do is boil some spaghetti noodles and pour on the meatballs (and whatever else might be called for) from your freezer bag or jar of sauce. You can also add vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms to give them extra flavour without having to spend too much time in the kitchen.
4. Pepper Chicken
This salt and pepper chicken recipe will teach you how to cook chicken breasts in the air fryer or oven with salt and pepper. The secret is cooking them at a high temperature for 10 minutes, then turning them down to 350 degrees for 25 minutes. The result is juicy, tender chicken every time!
5. Beef Stew
Beef stew is a classic family dinner option for a good reason. It’s tasty and easy to make, and everyone in the family will enjoy it. The best part about making beef stew is that it’s also relatively inexpensive. You can buy a pound of ground beef for less than $5 and have enough left over for another meal. The best part is that you can add whatever vegetables you have on hand — carrots, potatoes, onions, and peas are all great choices.
The only trick to making a good beef stew is making sure you cook it long enough. If you don’t cook it long enough, your meat will be tough and chewy; if you cook it too long, your vegetables will get mushy. Aim for about an hour in the oven or two hours on the stovetop at low heat (175 degrees Fahrenheit) until everything has softened up nicely.
6. Easy Egg Roll In Bowl Recipe (Slow Cooker)
This easy egg roll-in bowl recipe (Slow Cooker) is easy to make and only requires one pot! It’s great for busy weeknights when you don’t have time to cook but still want something tasty. It tastes like takeout but without all the grease or calories!
7. One Pan Baked Fish & Chips
This easy fish recipe is great for spending less time in the kitchen and more time with your family. It takes just 30 minutes to make! Just preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Cut up potatoes and place them on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion and salt.
Stir gently until well-coated. Bake for 20 minutes or until tender. Remove from the oven and set aside while you cook fish according to package instructions (about 5 minutes). Place cooked potatoes back in the oven for five more minutes to crisp up again. Serve immediately with lemon wedges if desired for your family dinner.
It is no secret that dinner time can be frustrating, especially in a busy kitchen. It may take some time to prepare, but cooking should still be fun and relaxing for you. So, if you want to enjoy your meal with your family, try these easy recipes. They are easy to make and will surely impress your loved ones!
Also, read:7 Food Myths That Stop Your Diet From Being Healthy
Author: Sheryl Wright
Sheryl Wright is a freelance writer who specializes in digital marketing, inclusive business, and interior design. If she is not at home reading, she is at a farmers market or climbing in the Rockies. She currently lives in Nashville, TN, with her cat, Saturn.
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