Weeknight Meals Made Easy and Delicious

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Weeknights don’t have to be a struggle—these easy and delicious weeknight dinners come together quickly without sacrificing flavor. From cheesy bakes and vibrant pastas to zesty chicken dishes and perfectly seared seafood, each recipe makes busy nights feel effortless and satisfying. Bold flavors, minimal stress, and family-friendly appeal make these meals winners every time.

One Skillet Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake

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This One Skillet Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake has all the comfort of broccoli cheddar soup in a quick, one-pot casserole—easy, cheesy, and weeknight perfect!
Get the Recipe: One Skillet Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Orzo Bake

Taco Spaghetti

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This Taco Spaghetti is a fun, flavor-packed fusion! Taco-inspired bolognese sauce coats tender spaghetti for a quick, easy weeknight dinner the whole family will devour—ready in just 30 minutes.
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Panang Curry

dutch oven with panang curry with chicken, bell peppers, thai basil leaves, and limes.
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This creamy and flavorful Panang Curry recipe features tender chicken and sweet bell peppers in a rich coconut red curry sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a comforting and easy weeknight dinner that’s both gluten-free and low-carb friendly! Serve over rice or cauliflower rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Broccoli Chicken Orzo Bake

This healthy, easy, Broccoli Chicken Orzo Bake is made in one pot or skillet and baked! It’s comforting, loaded with broccoli and super simple to make! #broccolichicken #casserole #orzobake #orzochicken
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This Broccoli Chicken Orzo Bake is a quick and healthy one-pot meal perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with fresh lemon flavor, tender chicken, and vibrant broccoli, this dish is both comforting and nutritious. Top with feta and dill for a delicious Mediterranean-inspired dinner ready in under an hour!
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Chicken Orzo Bake

Garlic Butter Shrimp

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This quick and easy garlic butter shrimp recipe is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Ready in just 10 minutes, the juicy, flavorful shrimp is enhanced with a rich garlic butter sauce and a hint of lemon. Serve over pasta, rice, or with a side of vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Shrimp

Salmon Piccata

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This Salmon Piccata recipe is a creamy, rich, and tangy dish that’s perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan meal features perfectly cooked salmon in a luscious lemon-caper sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve for an elegant and easy Italian-inspired meal.
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Lemon Arugula Pasta with Burrata

Lemon Arugula Pasta with Burrata Recipe
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This Lemon Arugula Pasta with Burrata is a 30-minute, 7-ingredient dinner where zesty lemon, peppery arugula, and creamy burrata shine!
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Garlic Mushroom Pasta

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Ready in just 30 minutes, this Garlic Mushroom Pasta is the perfect easy weeknight meal. Simple ingredients come together to create an irresistible garlic parmesan mushroom sauce that coats your favorite pasta. Garnish with fresh parsley and a squeeze of lemon for a restaurant-worthy dish at home.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Mushroom Pasta

Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

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These Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas are the perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy weeknights! Tender chicken breasts are cooked with colorful bell peppers, onions, and a blend of spices for a flavorful Tex-Mex dish. Serve in warm tortillas with your favorite toppings like cilantro, sour cream, and guacamole for a delicious and easy dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

Roasted Chicken Thighs w/ Lemon & Thyme

Roasted chicken thighs in a baking dish, topped with sprigs of fresh thyme on a layer of sliced vegetables.
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Roasted Chicken Thighs with Lemon and Thyme are a Mediterranean-inspired, one-pan wonder! With just 10 minutes of prep, crispy potatoes and juicy chicken bake together for a flavorful, gluten-free dinner the whole family will love.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Chicken Thighs w/ Lemon & Thyme

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About Jenny deRemer

I am a Charleston, South Carolina-based culinary novice, an ardent authority on all things travel, a designer by trade, and the creator of Not Entirely Average. I have a weakness for farmers' markets, delight in adventures way off the beaten path, enjoy documenting my many moods through photography, and have been known to conquer the occasional yard sale with gusto!

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