12 Quick Dinners That Save A Busy Weeknight

Quick dinners are always appreciated. They are typically quite tasty, and the person doing the cooking appreciates having to spend less time doing the cooking. So it’s a win-win for everyone involved. So if you’re short on time, these fifteen quick dinners are a great collection of recipes to help you get dinner on the table fast.

1. MOM’S GOULASH

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Made from ground turkey instead of beef, this healthy MOM’S GOULASH will be your go-to dinner during the cooler months. It’s quick, comforting, and family-friendly, so prepare to make it often.

2. Lemon Caper Chicken

An up close view of a chicken breast in a skillet being lifted out by a wooden spoon.

A healthier version of chicken piccata, this 30-minute lemon caper chicken tastes divine even without butter. Serve with pasta, rice, or veggies for a quick and hearty meal. Don’t forget a green side salad to round out your dinner.

3. Pizza Buns

Pizza Buns are a cross between a pizza and a quesadilla. In other words, something the whole family will definitely enjoy. Serve these on their own or add a delicious side dish like a salad or some rice and beans.

4. GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA

This easy GARLIC SHRIMP PASTA salad comes together quickly if you have some pre-cooked sausage on hand. Just toss in a few veggies and dressing, and dinner will be on the table in no time. (Hint: Buy a pre-cooked sausage)

5. Impossibly Easy Chicken Pot Pie

These Impossibly Easy Chicken Pot Pie are the perfect “make-everybody-happy-for-dinner” meal! These meals are quick and easy to put together if you have all the ingredients in the fridge or cupboard or can make a quick run to the store.

6. Lemon Chicken Pizza

Personal-sized pizzas are one of the best, easy dinners you can make as a busy parent. If you use healthy ingredients, you can feel good about what you are feeding everyone while still giving both kids and adults the foods and flavors they love. This Lemon Chicken Pizza is definitely one to try.

7. MAC AND CHEESE WITH A TWIST FROM NORMAL

A white bowl filled with Real Food Homemade Hamburger Helper Cheeseburger Pasta.

Everyone loves this MAC AND CHEESE, made with real food ingredients. If you love traditional cheeseburger pasta, you’ll flip for this healthier pasta recipe. Serve with some crispy garlic bread and a side salad.

8. Antipasto Pasta Salad

Overhead view of Bow Tie Pasta Salad in a white bowl and garnished with fresh parsley.

This summer-inspired Antipasto Pasta Salad is the perfect pasta dish to share with friends and family this summer! Serve with a side of grilled chicken and a green salad for a complete meal.

9. PIZZA BURGERS

This PIZZA BURGERS recipe is super fast, easy, and delicious with pesto and tomatoes. Pick up some ready-made pita bread and your favorite pizza toppings to get dinner on the table quickly tonight.

10. Air Fryer Fish N’ Chips

Fish n' chips with lemon slices in a parchment-lined basket.

Fish and Chips that aren’t deep fried and bad for you? Yep! This air fryer fish n’ chips recipe proves it. Delicious and nutritious, and even the kids will love it.

11. Hawaiian Pita Pizza

A Hawaiian pita pizza sits on a round cutting board on a wood table.
Photo Credit: The Gracious Pantry.

This delicious Hawaiian pita pizza is vegetarian but can easily be made with your favorite ham to make it more authentically “Hawaiian.” Easily double, triple, or quadruple the recipe to feed as many people as you need to feed.

12. Chicken Parmesan Burgers

A baked turkey burger with the top bun half way off and to the right side.
Photo Credit: The Gracious Pantry.

Chicken Parmesan Burgers are such an American classic. They are quick, tasty, and made with simple ingredients. They are also very easy to enjoy on a healthy meal plan. This recipe is one I’ve used for years. It’s about as easy as they come and positively delicious.

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