Quick and Easy Dinner Ideas
Five simple and delicious dinner recipes for busy weeknights that are satisfying and quick to make.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 500kcal
Ingredients
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice
- 1 lb shrimp Peeled and deveined
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic Minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 pinch chili flakes
- 4 cups microwave rice Or leftover rice
Cheesy Bean Quesadillas
- 4 pieces tortillas
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 1 can canned beans Black or pinto
Turkey or Veggie Taco Bowls
- 1 lb ground turkey Or substitute with mushrooms and peppers
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 4 cups rice
Egg Fried Rice
- 2 pieces eggs Scrambled
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 1 cup frozen carrots
- 3 cups cold rice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
Pasta with Pesto
- 8 oz pasta Any variety
- 1 jar store-bought pesto
- 2 cups spinach Fresh
Instructions
Garlic Butter Shrimp and Rice
- In a hot pan, melt the butter and add garlic.
- Add the shrimp, lemon juice, and chili flakes, cooking until shrimp is pink.
- Serve the shrimp over cooked rice.
Cheesy Bean Quesadillas
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add tortillas, cheese, and beans; fold and cook until crispy.
- Serve with salsa or sour cream.
Turkey or Veggie Taco Bowls
- Brown the ground turkey or sauté vegetables in a skillet.
- Add taco seasoning and cook according to package directions.
- Serve over rice with desired toppings.
Egg Fried Rice
- Scramble eggs in a pan.
- Add peas, carrots, and cold rice, mixing together.
- Drizzle with soy sauce and serve.
Pasta with Pesto
- Boil pasta according to package instructions.
- Stir in pesto and add spinach until wilted.
Notes
Keep one 'speed protein' like shrimp or rotisserie chicken on hand to make cooking easier.