21 school night dinners that fit into a packed evening
School nights are busy enough without staring into the fridge wondering what to make so you’ll want to keep this list handy once the weekly routine kicks into high gear. These 21 dinner ideas are all ready in an hour or less, making them perfect for busy lives.
Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
Turkey pot pie with puff pastry is a true comfort food dinner idea. The creamy filling has lots of turkey and hearty veggies, and it is topped with a flaky puff pastry crust. Get the recipe: Turkey Pot Pie with Puff Pastry
30-Minute Spicy Chicken Soup
Warm and cozy, this spicy three-bean chicken soup is a tasty, protein-packed meal. It also reheats great, making it perfect for enjoying as lunch tomorrow too. Get the Recipe: Three Bean Chicken Soup
BBQ Sloppy Joes
These sloppy Joes use barbecue sauce as the base, making a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in 30 minutes. You only need a couple of other ingredients to make this saucy and satisfying meal. Get the recipe: BBQ Sloppy Joes
Marry Me Italian Sausage Pasta
This marry me Italian sausage pasta recipe is easy to make for weeknights and uses everyday ingredients. Sausage and pasta are tossed in a creamy tomato sauce with fresh basil. Get the Recipe: Marry Me Italian Sausage Pasta
Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Creamy and comforting, this old-school recipe for tuna noodle casserole is simple and healthy. It takes no time to whip up, but it tastes like there was a lot of effort behind it. Get the Recipe: Creamy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Cheeseburger Bowl (With Smashburger Sauce)
This easy cheeseburger bowl recipe brings all your favorite burger flavors into one low carb high protein meal. Think beef, cheese, pickles, and that signature burger sauce all in a bowl. Ready in 30 minutes and way easier than firing up the grill. Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Bowl (With Smashburger Sauce)
30-Minute Taco Beef Salad
Who doesn’t love a good taco salad? This recipe is so quick and easy and perfect to customize with all your favourite toppings for those picky eaters. Get the Recipe: 30-Minute Taco Salad
Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta
Super easy, but it tastes like you ordered it in a restaurant! This creamy tomato and spinach pasta is a rich and delicious meal that everyone asks for over and over. Best part? It is ready in less than half an hour. Get the Recipe: Creamy Tomato Pasta
Mongolian Beef
Craving takeout but trying to keep it healthy? This healthy Mongolian beef has you covered. It is made with tender shaved beef, tossed in a balanced, flavorful sauce, and ready in just 20 minutes. Perfect for busy nights and picky eaters alike. Get the Recipe: Mongolian Beef
Mushroom Soup Pork Tenderloin
This mushroom soup pork tenderloin recipe is a basic, family-friendly meal that is ready in under thirty minutes. It uses a shortcut to whip up a creamy, savory sauce that takes no time at all. Get the Recipe: Mushroom Soup Pork Tenderloin
Cottage Cheese Alfredo
Make this cottage cheese Alfredo when you’re craving creamy, cozy pasta but don’t want to commit to a super-heavy meal. This version is smooth, balanced, and shockingly quick to pull off on a weeknight. Get the recipe: Cottage Cheese Alfredo
Creamy Paprika Chicken
This creamy paprika chicken recipe has a ton of savory flavor. The easy to make rich sour cream sauce goes with noodles, potatoes, or rice. Get the recipe: Creamy Paprika Chicken
Blackened Salmon
This blackened salmon is a really simple recipe to make, and the flavorful spice blend is so tasty. It’s ready in under 30 minutes, and the fish comes out flaky and tender. Get the Recipe: Blackened Salmon
Chili Mac
This one-pan Chili Mac is a quick and easy dinner the whole family will enjoy. With just a few ingredients, this better-than-the-box meal comes together fast and feeds the whole family. Get the recipe: Chili Mac
Spicy Shrimp Bowl
This spicy shrimp bowl with rice and peach avocado salad is fresh, flavourful, and ready in under 30 minutes. Simple ingredients, bold taste, and an easy win for a quick and delicious dinner. Get the Recipe: Spicy Shrimp Bowl Recipe
Chicken Pineapple Curry
This chicken pineapple curry is rich, creamy, and full of tender chicken in every bite. It’s ready in 20 minutes and gets a boost of tropical flavor from sweet pineapple. Get the recipe: Chicken Pineapple Curry
Baked Salmon Tacos
This easy baked salmon tacos recipe is fresh, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes. The Greek yogurt based cilantro lime sauce is bright and creamy and goes perfectly with the tender fish. Get the Recipe: Baked Salmon Tacos
Garlic Herb Baked Turkey Meatballs
These easy-to-make garlic herb baked turkey meatballs will add something different to your weeknight dinner routine. They come with a creamy and tangy lemon herb sauce, and it all comes together in about half an hour. Get the Recipe: Garlic Herb Baked Turkey Meatballs
Chicken Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce
This healthy chicken stir fry comes together in under 30 minutes and tastes way fancier than it is. Juicy chicken, crisp veggies, and a rich peanut sauce make it feel like takeout without the wait. Just add rice or noodles and dinner is done. Get the Recipe: Chicken Stir Fry with Peanut Sauce
Crab Pasta
This crab pasta recipe ready in 30 minutes. It is simple enough for a weeknight but could also work for a special occasion. It has a creamy, cheesy sauce with Italian herbs and fresh tomatoes. Get the recipe: Crab Pasta
Italian Cannellini Bean and Sausage Skillet
This easy 30-minute meal is an Italian cannellini bean and sausage skillet recipe with vegetables, tomatoes, cream, and more. Full of rustic Italian flavors, this dinner is quick and easy. Get the recipe: Italian Cannellini Bean and Sausage Skillet