16 No-Stress Healthy Dinners for Busy Nights

Short on time but still want a healthy dinner? These 16 no-stress recipes are quick to make and packed with all the wholesome goodness you need. Perfect for busy nights when you want something delicious without the hassle.

Shrimp Chow Mein

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This recipe swaps traditional noodles for spaghetti to make shrimp chow mein (aka pan-fried noodles). It’s quick, easy, and packed with all the good stuff for a one-pot meal everyone will love.  Get the Recipe: Shrimp Chow Mein

Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs With Veggies

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These honey garlic chicken thighs combine sweet and savoury ingredients for the perfect combination of flavours. This elegant dish is easy to make and perfect for weeknights. Get the Recipe: One Pan Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs With Veggies

Creamy Tomato Pasta

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This creamy tomato pasta feels like a restaurant dish but with lighter, healthier ingredients. It’s a go-to vegetarian dinner that works for both hectic weeknights and laid-back weekends. Get the Recipe: Creamy Tomato Pasta

Mexican Stuffed Peppers

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These Mexican stuffed peppers pack a punch with a flavorful filling of quinoa, turkey, and cheese. The sweet bell peppers are stuffed, baked, and topped with even more cheese. Perfect for adding excitement to your weekly dinner lineup. Get the Recipe: Mexican Stuffed Peppers

Roast Chicken with Potatoes

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This roast chicken with potatoes is a sheet pan full of classic flavour. It can even be prepared the night before and simply popped in the oven before dinner.  Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes

Oven Baked Beef Fajitas

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These sheet pan beef fajitas are a weeknight win. Made with marinated flank steak, bell peppers, and onions, they’re ready in under 25 minutes after a quick 30-minute marinade. Get the Recipe: Oven Baked Beef Fajitas

Easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites

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Air fryer salmon bites are crispy, delicious, and ridiculously easy to make. Perfect for a quick dinner, light snack, or appetizer—without the hassle.  Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Salmon Bites

Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

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This sheet pan shrimp boil brings together corn, potatoes, Andouille sausage, and shrimp for a flavorful, no-fuss meal. It’s so easy and delicious, your family will be asking for it on repeat. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil

Chicken Broccoli Bake

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This creamy chicken broccoli bake is a cozy, comforting dish with tender chicken and broccoli smothered in a creamy sauce. Easy to make and perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying. Get the Recipe: Chicken Broccoli Bake

Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod Dinner

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This quick sheet pan cod dinner has those classic Greek ingredients that everyone loves. Briny olives and capers get paired with fresh lemon and creamy, tangy feta cheese for a crave-worthy mail. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Mediterranean Cod

Taco Salad with Ground Beef

A healthy taco salad topped with guacamole.
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This healthy taco salad with ground beef is the perfect go-to for busy weeknights. Packed with protein and all the good stuff, it’s a quick and easy dinner everyone will enjoy. Easy to customize. Get the Recipe: Taco Salad with Ground Beef

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

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Recreate the classic flavors of P.F. Chang’s chicken lettuce wraps right at home. This easy copycat recipe is a perfect balance of savory and sweet, with fresh ingredients that bring the flavor.  Get the Recipe: Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Ground Ground Beef Sheet Pan Quesadillas

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This easy sheet pan quesadilla recipe is made with taco-seasoned ground beef, black beans, green chilies, and cheese for a delicious and satisfying meal. Ready in under an hour, these are perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.  Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Sheet Pan Quesadillas

Wholesome Tuna Casserole

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This healthy tuna casserole is a classic comfort dish everyone loves. With a creamy sauce, tender pasta, and a cheesy topping, it’s easy to make and even easier to dig into. Get the Recipe: Wholesome Tuna Casserole

Easy Chickpea Burger Recipe

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These easy chickpea burger patties are vegan, gluten-free, and ready in no time. With just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have plenty of time to load up on toppings and sides. Get the Recipe: Easy Chickpea Burger Recipe

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

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Air Fryer teriyaki chicken thighs are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and coated in a rich, glossy teriyaki sauce. A quick and easy meal that always hits the spot. Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs

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