27 healthy dinners that keep things simple and delicious
Keeping dinner simple can still mean good food. These 27 healthy recipes highlight fresh ingredients and reliable favorites. They’re easy to make and even easier to put on repeat. Add these to your rotation STAT.
Easy Chicken Taco Salad
This fresh take on a healthy chicken taco salad features a homemade salsa ranch dressing that adds a creamy finish with just the right amount of kick. Even better, it comes together in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Easy Chicken Taco Salad
Curry Chicken Rice Bowls
Busy weeknights call for something you can throw together fast. These curry chicken rice bowls are gluten-free, loaded with veggies, and ready in 30 minutes. Get the recipe: Curry Chicken Rice Bowls
Creamy Tomato and Spinach Pasta
This creamy tomato and spinach pasta is simple, comforting, and easy to make. The rich sauce and fresh spinach come together for a dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Get the Recipe: Creamy Tomato Spinach Pasta
Chicken Cauliflower Casserole
This chicken cauliflower casserole is packed with tender chicken, cauliflower, broccoli, and a creamy sauce. It’s like a throwback to the good old casseroles, but with a healthier twist. It’s filling and cozy, just how we like it. Get the recipe: Cauliflower Cheese and Chicken Bake
Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls
This easy Instant Pot salsa chicken and brown rice bowl is basically meal prep magic. It’s gluten-free, high in fiber and protein, and your whole crew will actually eat it. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowls
Enchilada Beef Sweet Potato Noodles
These nutrient-packed enchilada sweet potato noodles blend ground beef with a hint of spice and natural sweetness. This gluten-free, Whole30, and paleo-friendly dish reaches the next level with fresh toppings. Get the recipe: Enchilada Beef Sweet Potato Noodles
Whole30 Chicken Stir Fry with 3 Sauces
This Whole30 chicken stir fry is the ultimate weeknight hack because the three versatile sauces can be meal prepped and frozen in advance. It’s a fast dinner solution that simplifies your healthy eating routine. Get the recipe: Whole30 Chicken Stir Fry with 3 Sauces
Instant Pot Turkey Chili
This Instant Pot turkey chili is a hearty, cozy meal that delivers deep, simmered flavor in a fraction of the time. Smart layering techniques ensure a perfect cook while successfully avoiding common burn warnings. Get the recipe: Instant Pot Turkey Chili
Rich Tomato Sauce with Only 3 Ingredients
With just three ingredients, this rich tomato sauce tastes straight out of a fine Italian restaurant. All you need is an onion, a can of tomatoes, and butter. Dinner’s on in under an hour. Get the Recipe: Rich Tomato Sauce with Only 3 Ingredients
Pork Chops with Apples (+ Tasty Pan Sauce)
This easy skillet recipe produces juicy pork chops and tender apples simmered in a savory cider, butter, and Dijon pan sauce. It is a simple meal that brings gourmet taste to a quick weeknight dinner. Get the recipe: Pork Chops with Apples
Creamy Tuna Casserole
This creamy tuna casserole is the ultimate comfort food, loaded with noodles, tuna, and a rich sauce. Plus, it’s an easy recipe that makes weeknight dinners a breeze. Get the Recipe: Creamy Tuna Casserole
Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl
This ground chicken egg roll in a bowl is an incredibly quick, high-protein meal that requires almost no chopping. It delivers the taste of takeout while remaining a healthy, vegetable-forward ground chicken dish. Get the recipe: Ground Chicken Egg Roll in a Bowl
Smoky BBQ Chicken Pasta
This creamy BBQ chicken pasta combines smoky, tangy, and savory notes in every bite. Tender chicken, a rich BBQ-infused sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta come together for an indulgent yet effortless dish. Get the recipe: Creamy BBQ Chicken Pasta
Simple Red Curry with Chicken Thighs
Brimming with bold flavors, this red curry is spicy, creamy, and deeply satisfying. This easy, 30-minute dish perfectly recreates the authentic taste of a Thai restaurant at home. Get the Recipe: Simple Red Curry with Chicken Thighs
Garden Vegetable Beef Skillet
This garden vegetable beef skillet recipe is an effortless weeknight solution. It combines seasoned ground beef with a vibrant array of vegetables for a wholesome, home-cooked meal! Get the Recipe: Garden Vegetable Beef Skillet
Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes
Sheet pan roast chicken with potatoes is full of classic flavors that everyone loves. Fully prepare it a night (or two) beforehand, and simply pop it in the oven before dinner. Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Roast Chicken with Potatoes
Healthy High-Protein Hamburger Helper
Level up your comfort food with this high-protein Hamburger Helper made with lean ground beef, veggies, cottage cheese, and Annie’s Cheddar Mac. It hits all the nostalgic vibes while still keeping things balanced and packed with protein. Get the recipe: Healthy High Protein Hamburger Helper
Taco Casserole
This taco casserole is the perfect answer to “what’s for dinner?” It’s super easy, gluten-free, and loaded with flavor, plus, it’s a budget recipe. Top it with all your faves like tomatoes, lettuce, sour cream, and crushed corn chips for the win. Get the recipe: Taco Casserole
Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli
This Asian-inspired ground beef and broccoli is a fresh and easy-to-make version of the popular take-out dish. A flavor-packed stir-fry sauce is combined with ground beef and broccoli for a wholesome, delicious meal in minutes. Get the recipe: Easy Ground Beef and Broccoli
Creamy Broccoli Pasta
This creamy broccoli pasta comes together in 30 minutes and won’t wreck your grocery budget. Use fresh or frozen broccoli and a few pantry staples, then serve it solo or level up with roasted chicken, salmon, or even canned chickpeas. Get the recipe: Creamy Broccoli Pasta
Mediterranean Salmon Salad
This Mediterranean salmon salad is light but filling and so easy to toss together. It’s refreshing whenever you need a healthy fix. With 30 grams of protein, it’s the perfect satisfying lunch or low-key dinner. Get the recipe: Mediterranean Salmon Salad
Spicy Sesame Ground Beef Bowls
Spicy sesame ground beef bowls bring bold flavors and savory vibes, with spring onions cooked right into the rich sesame sauce. The perfectly seasoned ground beef, a hint of heat, and the savory onions make this meal check all the boxes. Get the recipe: Spicy Sesame Ground Beef Bowls
Easy Creamy Garlic Tuna Pasta
This creamy garlic canned tuna pasta is the ultimate comfort food with a rich buttery sauce, sweet onions, and garlicky tuna all over warm pasta. It’s ready in under an hour, easy to reheat, and seriously delicious. Get the recipe: Easy Creamy Garlic Tuna Pasta
Frozen Vegetable Stir Fry
This frozen veggie stir fry is what weeknight dreams are made of. It’s quick, easy, and super tasty, with dinner on the table in just 15 minutes. Get the Recipe: Frozen Vegetable Stir Fry
Barbacoa Burrito Bowls
These beef barbacoa burrito bowls are a homemade Chipotle copycat that’s easy to make and tastes just like the restaurant version. They work great for meal prep to have ready all week or for a family-style dinner where everyone can build their own bowl. Get the recipe: Barbacoa Burrito Bowls
Tofu Stir Fry Noodles With Mushroom
Need a quick dinner that won’t spark complaints? These tofu stir-fry noodles with mushrooms are hearty, flavorful, and perfect for busy nights. Even the picky eaters won’t mind the tofu, I promise. Get the recipe: Tofu Stir Fry Noodles With Mushroom
Sweet Potato Ricotta Pasta (high protein)
This sweet potato ricotta pasta delivers an indulgent experience while remaining a wholesome, high-protein meal. Roasted sweet potatoes, garlic, and shallots are blended into a velvety ricotta sauce for a comforting dinner. Get the recipe: Sweet Potato Ricotta Pasta