5 Quick Dinner Ideas for a Mid-Week Meal

Here are 5 quick dinner ideas for a mid-week meal:

1. Chicken Stir Fry

• Ingredients: Chicken breast, mixed veggies (like bell peppers, carrots, broccoli), soy sauce, garlic, ginger, olive oil.
• Instructions:
  1. Heat olive oil in a pan, add chopped garlic and ginger.
  2. Add diced chicken breast and cook until browned.
  3. Add the mixed veggies and stir-fry until tender.
  4. Add soy sauce and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Serve over rice.

2. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio

• Ingredients: Spaghetti, garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, parsley, parmesan.
• Instructions:
  1. Cook spaghetti according to package directions.
  2. In a pan, heat olive oil and sauté garlic until golden.
  3. Add red pepper flakes and cooked pasta. Toss well.
  4. Garnish with parsley and parmesan.

3. Taco Bowls

• Ingredients: Ground beef or turkey, taco seasoning, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, black beans, cheese, tortillas.
• Instructions:
  1. Cook ground meat with taco seasoning.
  2. Assemble bowls with lettuce, beans, tomatoes, and avocado.
  3. Top with cooked meat and sprinkle cheese on top. Serve with a side of warm tortillas.

4. Sheet Pan Salmon & Veggies

• Ingredients: Salmon fillets, asparagus, sweet potatoes, olive oil, lemon, herbs (rosemary, thyme).
• Instructions:
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Arrange salmon fillets, asparagus, and diced sweet potatoes on a sheet pan.
  3. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with herbs, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roast for 20-25 minutes until everything is cooked through. Serve with lemon wedges.

5. Caprese Chicken

• Ingredients: Chicken breast, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, basil, balsamic glaze.
• Instructions:
  1. Season chicken breasts and cook in a pan until golden and cooked through.
  2. Top each piece with a slice of mozzarella and let it melt.
  3. Add sliced tomatoes and fresh basil on top.
  4. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and serve with a side of rice or a green salad.

These recipes are simple and can be prepared in 30-40 minutes, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!

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