1. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 25 mins
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breasts, sliced thin
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 large onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 packet fajita seasoning (or 1 tbsp homemade)
Tortillas and toppings (sour cream, salsa, guacamole)
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss chicken, peppers, and onions with olive oil and fajita seasoning.
3. Spread everything on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes until chicken is cooked and veggies are tender.
5. Serve with warm tortillas and toppings.
2. One-Pot Pasta with Sausage and Spinac
Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
1 lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
1 onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or any short pasta)
4 cups chicken broth
2 cups spinach (or kale)
1/2 cup grated Parmesan
Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. In a large pot, brown the sausage with onions and garlic.
2. Add pasta and chicken broth, bringing it to a boil.
3. Lower heat and simmer for about 10 minutes until pasta is cooked.
4. Stir in spinach until wilted, then add Parmesan. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Baked Lemon Garlic Salmon and Asparagus
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
1 lb salmon fillets
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
3 tbsp melted butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
Juice of 1 lemon
Salt, pepper, and fresh parsley
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Arrange salmon and asparagus on a baking sheet.
3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, and lemon juice.
4. Brush over salmon and asparagus, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley.
5. Bake for 12-15 minutes until salmon is flaky and asparagus is tender.
4. Beef and Broccoli Stir-Fry
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
1 lb flank steak, sliced thin
2 cups broccoli florets
3 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp oyster sauce
1 tbsp brown sugar
2 tsp cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
3 tbsp vegetable oil
Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions:
1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar. Set aside.
2. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a pan, add beef, and stir-fry until browned, then set aside.
3. Add remaining oil, add broccoli, and stir-fry until bright green.
4. Return beef to the pan, pour in sauce, and stir well. Cook for 2 more minutes.
5. Serve over rice.
5. Creamy Tomato and Spinach Tortellini
Prep Time: 5 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins
Ingredients:
1 package cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
1/2 cup heavy cream
2 cups spinach, chopped
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
Salt, pepper, and basil to taste
Instructions
1. Cook tortellini according to package instructions.
2. In a skillet, heat tomatoes and cream until simmering.
3. Add spinach and stir until wilted.
4. Add cooked tortellini and Parmesan, stirring to combine.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and basil.
6. BBQ Chicken and Sweet Potato Skillet
Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 20 mins
Ingredients:
1 lb chicken breast, diced
1 large sweet potato, diced small
1/2 cup BBQ sauce
1/2 cup shredded cheese (optional)
Salt & pepper, fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a large skillet, cook diced sweet potatoes with a little oil over medium heat until tender.
2. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until done.
3. Stir in BBQ sauce until everything is well-coated.
4. Sprinkle with cheese, cover, and cook until cheese melts.
5. Garnish with parsley and serve.
Each recipe takes under 30 minutes, involves simple ingredients, and has minimal clean-up. Enjoy your family dinners!
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