Quick and Easy Food Recipes for Busy Weeknights

20 Quick and Easy Food Recipes for Busy Weeknights

Life can be hectic, and sometimes you just don't have the time or energy to spend hours in the kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of quick and easy food recipes that you can whip up in no time, without sacrificing flavor or nutrition. Here are 20 of our favorite recipes for busy weeknights:

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1. Spaghetti Aglio e Olio - Cook spaghetti according to package instructions. In a separate pan, sauté garlic in olive oil until fragrant. Add red pepper flakes and toss with cooked spaghetti. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
2. Sheet Pan Lemon Garlic Butter Shrimp - Spread shrimp on a sheet pan. Drizzle with melted butter, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes.
3. One-Pan Chicken Fajitas - Sauté sliced bell peppers and onions in a pan. Add sliced chicken breast and season with fajita seasoning. Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
4. Creamy Mushroom Chicken - Sauté sliced mushrooms in a pan. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned. Add cream of mushroom soup and simmer until chicken is cooked through. Serve with rice or pasta.
5. Avocado Toast with Egg - Toast bread and top with mashed avocado. Fry an egg and place it on top of the avocado. Season with salt and pepper.
6. Instant Pot Mac and Cheese - Cook elbow macaroni in the Instant Pot according to package instructions. Add milk, butter, and shredded cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
7. Grilled Cheese Sandwich - Spread butter on two slices of bread. Add sliced cheese and grill in a pan until the bread is toasted and the cheese is melted.
8. Oven-Baked Chicken Wings - Toss chicken wings with salt, pepper, and your favorite seasoning. Bake in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
9. Pesto Pasta - Cook pasta according to package instructions. Toss with pesto sauce and cherry tomatoes.
10. Tomato Basil Soup - Sauté diced onions and garlic in a pot. Add diced tomatoes, chicken broth, and fresh basil. Simmer for 15-20 minutes. Blend with an immersion blender until smooth.
11. Greek Salad - Toss chopped cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and kalamata olives in a bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
12. Black Bean Burrito Bowl - Cook rice according to package instructions. Top with black beans, salsa, avocado, and shredded cheese.
13. Baked Salmon with Lemon and Garlic - Place salmon fillets on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Bake in the oven at 400°F for 12-15 minutes.
14. Sweet Potato Fries - Cut sweet potatoes into wedges. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Bake in the oven at 400°F for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
15. Chicken Caesar Salad - Grill chicken breast and slice into strips. Toss with romaine lettuce, croutons, grated Parmesan cheese, and Caesar dressing.
16. Tuna Salad Sandwich - Drain canned tuna and mix it with mayonnaise, diced celery, and diced onion. Spread on bread and top with lettuce and tomato.
17. Egg Fried Rice - Cook rice according to package instructions. In a separate pan, scramble eggs and add diced carrots, peas, and soy sauce. Toss with cooked rice.
18. One-Pot Tomato and Basil Pasta - In a large pot, sauté diced onions and garlic in olive oil. Add diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, and pasta. Cook until pasta is al dente and most of the liquid has been absorbed. Stir in fresh basil and Parmesan cheese.
19. Blackened Tilapia Tacos - Season tilapia fillets with blackening seasoning. Grill or pan-fry until cooked through. Serve in warm tortillas with shredded cabbage, diced tomatoes, and a squeeze of lime juice.
20. Broiled Lemon-Garlic Shrimp Skewers - Thread shrimp onto skewers and brush with a mixture of melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Broil in the oven for 3-5 minutes on each side, until the shrimp are pink and slightly charred.