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    5 Simple Weeknight Dinner Ideas with Ingredients and Step-by-Step How to Make.

    Lamartine PBy Updated:4 Mins Read
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    Here are 5 simple weeknight dinner ideas:

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    1. One-Pot Pasta with Sausage and Spinach

    Ingredients:

    • 1 pound Italian sausage
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
    • 1 (15-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
    • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
    • 1 pound penne pasta
    • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions:

    1. Brown the sausage in a large pot over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
    2. Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    3. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, cannellini beans, spinach, and penne pasta. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until the pasta is cooked through.
    4. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Source: [1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uArCKMN9ldw]

    2. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

    Ingredients:

    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
    • 1 bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 onion, sliced
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • Your favorite fajita toppings, such as tortillas, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
    2. Toss the chicken, bell pepper, and onion with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
    3. Spread the chicken mixture on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
    4. Serve the chicken fajitas with your favorite toppings.

    Source: [5: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_9bjux2FEg]

    3. Salmon with Roasted Vegetables

    Ingredients:

    • 1 pound salmon fillet, skin on
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 head broccoli, florets cut
    • 1 sweet potato, cubed
    • 1/2 cup chopped red onion

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
    2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
    3. Place the salmon fillet on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
    4. Arrange the broccoli, sweet potato, and red onion around the salmon.
    5. Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.

    Source: [4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GG27NmLdVAg]

    4. Chicken Stir-Fry

    Ingredients:

    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
    • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
    • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
    • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
    • 1 teaspoon ground ginger
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
    • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
    • 1 onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 bell pepper, sliced
    • 1 (10-ounce) package frozen stir-fry vegetables
    • 1/4 cup soy sauce
    • 1/4 cup chicken broth

    Instructions:

    1. In a bowl, combine the chicken, cornstarch, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat.
    2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
    3. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned on all sides.
    4. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    5. Add the frozen stir-fry vegetables and cook until heated through.
    6. In a small bowl, combine the soy sauce and chicken broth. Stir until combined.
    7. Pour the soy

    5.Taco salad with grilled chicken

    Ingredients:

    • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
    • 2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
    • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
    • 1/2 cup black beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1/2 cup corn kernels
    • 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 2 tablespoons sour cream
    • 2 tablespoons salsa
    • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions:

    1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lettuce, tomatoes, black beans, corn, cheddar cheese, and cilantro.
    2. In a small bowl, whisk together the sour cream, salsa, taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
    3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
    4. Serve immediately.
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    Lamartine is an experienced researcher who produces evidence-based content focusing on health, wellness, supplements, lifestyle, and utilities. On the website holistichealthpathways.com, he offers objective, research-backed information to help readers make informed choices.

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