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69 recipes tagged with weeknight.
A hearty Mexican-inspired steak burrito with seasoned sirloin, roasted sweet potato, black beans, corn, and lime-cilantro rice, finished with avocado…
A quick linguine tossed with garlic, cherry tomatoes, white wine, parsley, and basil. Light, glossy, and ready in about 25 minutes.
A one-pan high-protein dinner featuring seared lemon-pepper chicken cutlets over creamy whole-wheat orzo with kale, garlic, and fresh dill.
Italian sausages simmered with onions, garlic, and bell peppers, then tucked into warm hero rolls. A classic sausage and pepper sub that's hearty and…
Thinly pounded chicken breasts are pan-fried until golden and served with lemony roasted broccoli. A quick and easy weeknight dinner ready in 30 minutes.
A quick takeout-inspired beef and broccoli stir-fry with a savory sauce thickened with cornstarch. Serve over white rice and garnish with chiles, sesame…
4 servings These flavorful fillets are quick to whip up on a weeknight and can be made with inexpensive white fish.
A quick and savory Mongolian beef stir-fry with a glossy soy-hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, and green onions, served over rice.
4 servings A simple, quick sauce is made here by swirling butter, lemon juice, and herbs into the braising liquid. Variations on this dependable theme are…
4 servings As noted in About Chicken, thighs and drumsticks are very forgiving and may be roasted until they are as browned and crispy as you like…
A savory Japanese noodle soup with a soy-mirin broth, topped with pork, soft-boiled egg, and various garnishes.
A quick and flavorful chicken curry made with garam masala, ginger, and yogurt. Ready in 30 minutes, it's perfect for a weeknight dinner served over rice.
4 to 6 servings Please read about Stir-Frying. If desired, substitute asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces, for the broccoli.
A simple and flavorful Indian cauliflower dish made with onion, tomato, ginger, and spices. Ready in 30 minutes, it's delicious on its own or as part of a…
4 servings The irresistible smell of chili powder–spiced ground beef and frying onions announces “Taco Night” for countless families. This crowd-pleasing…
Crispy flour tortillas topped with lime-infused rice, sautéed zucchini, poblano pepper, and onion, finished with a creamy mayo-lime dressing and cotija…
A hearty Italian pasta dish featuring orecchiette, Italian sausage, and broccoli rabe, finished with grated Romano cheese.
4 servings Fresh Chinese egg noodles are best in this dish, but any spaghetti-like noodle will work in a pinch. Almost any combination of meat and…
4 servings This curry is a little thinner than the variety enriched with coconut milk, but the absence of fat lets the flavor of the curry paste and the…
2 servings Flaky white fish such as cod, perch, or trout work beautifully in this recipe.
4 to 6 servings Flank steak is the traditional cut for London broil, but much confusion has been created by butchers selling thickly sliced chuck roasts…
2 servings As with pad Thai, if you wish to make this for more people, use two pans to avoid crowding. If desired, substitute 12 ounces fresh rice noodles…
4 servings Crusty bread dipped in the sauce is so tasty it’s almost possible to ignore the shrimp. Unpeeled head-on shrimp, if available, are perfect for…
4 servings Our favorite way to cook salmon fillets. Most of the frying occurs on the skin side, which gets nice and crispy.
4 servings Topping this spicy, smoky dish with the optional fried eggs makes it an exemplary breakfast or lunch.
2 to 4 servings This dish is fast enough to be the backbone of a weeknight meal, but it is truly elegant. The quick cooking method combined with a simple…
2 to 4 servings Position an oven rack 8 inches below the broiler. Preheat the broiler.
4 to 6 servings For red clam sauce, add the optional tomatoes. To use canned clams, add four 6 ½-ounce cans chopped or whole clams with their juices to…
A hearty bowl featuring cauliflower and chickpea curry over shredded radicchio and cabbage, topped with avocado and a spicy cashew dressing. This…
These breaded pork cutlets are baked in the oven until golden and served with a bright cabbage salad. A quick and easy weeknight dinner.
Roasted sweet potatoes and black beans in salsa verde are served in warm corn tortillas with avocado and cotija cheese for a flavorful vegetarian taco.
Crispy spiced chicken fillets served over a vibrant coleslaw with mustard seed dressing. The slaw combines shredded cabbage, carrots, apple, and red onion…
A quick and easy weeknight chili made with ground turkey and plenty of veggies, topped with cheddar buttermilk biscuits. It's a hearty and fairly healthy…
A quick stir-fry of flank steak, asparagus, and shiitake mushrooms in a savory ginger-garlic sauce. Perfect for spring when asparagus is at its peak.
A classic Chinese home-style stir-fry featuring seared five-spice tofu and slivered pork with celery and carrots. The key is to sear the tofu and meat for…
A classic Bolognese sauce made with ground beef, tomatoes, milk, and Pecorino cheese. Serve over penne pasta for a hearty Italian meal.
A quick and flavorful shrimp curry made with pantry spices and ketchup for a saucy base. Serve over basmati rice or with naan for a speedy weeknight…
A quick and flavorful chicken curry made with aromatic spices, ginger, and garlic, simmered in a creamy yogurt sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it's…
Black cod fillets simmered in a pungent sauce made with chili black bean sauce, fermented bean curd, and Chinese black vinegar. This quick and flavorful…
A quick and flavorful Mexican-inspired dish featuring prawn and potato tortas with a smoky chipotle salsa. Ready in just 20 minutes, perfect for a…
Crispy Parmesan-crusted chicken tenders served with a warm fennel, apple, and arugula salad tossed in a honey-Dijon vinaigrette. A family-friendly meal…
A quick and elegant salmon dish with a tangy lemon-caper sauce. Ready in 25 minutes, perfect for a weeknight dinner.
A quick weeknight dinner of ginger-scented rice with edamame and lime, topped with poached chicken. The dish is colorful, comforting, and ready in about…
Herb-crusted flank steak with a mustard-rosemary coating, served with sautéed grapes and blue cheese. A quick yet impressive weeknight dinner.
A quick and easy weeknight paella with mussels and chorizo, featuring orzo instead of traditional rice. Ready in about 30 minutes, it's packed with…
A quick stir-fry of chicken and snow peas in a savory soy-sesame sauce. Serve over steamed rice for a simple weeknight dinner.
Sticky chicken thighs marinated in a sweet and tangy ketchup-based sauce with garam masala and honey, then grilled until charred and tender. Serve with…
A savory Chinese noodle dish with ground pork in a fermented bean sauce, topped with fresh cucumber and green onions. It's a family-friendly meal often…
Chicken is coated with a blend of cocoa powder, ancho chile, and cinnamon, then roasted and served in corn tortillas with a tangy cabbage slaw. This quick…
A one-pot dish of spiced rice with shrimp and peas, flavored with curry, ginger, and garlic. Ready in 30 minutes.
Roasted chicken and golden potatoes are served with a tangy red pepper relish made with roasted almonds, scallion, and sherry vinegar. This quick…
A quick and hearty stew made with chickpeas, kale, and cherry tomatoes in a flavorful broth. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a perfect weeknight meal.
A briny, saucy skillet mussel marinara with fire-roasted tomatoes and fresh basil, served over bucatini. The clam juice enhances the seafood flavor…
A quick and elegant pasta dish featuring tender scallops and shallots in a light lemon and parsley sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or special…
A classic beef meatloaf made with a secret ingredient: salsa. It's budget-friendly and easy to whip together for busy weeknights.
A hearty lentil bolognese sauce with ground beef, mushrooms, and red lentils served over spaghetti. Topped with toasted pine nuts and pecorino cheese.
Mini meatloaves with a Dijon mustard crust, served with roasted apple wedges. A quick and flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ground pork is quickly cooked with garlic, chile, and ginger, then served over rice with a fresh cucumber salad dressed with lime and soy sauce. A speedy…
A quick stir-fry of tender flank steak and broccoli in a savory sauce. Perfect over steamed rice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
A quick stir-fry of flank steak in a savory soy-based sauce with onions and chili peppers. Serve over rice or fried rice stick noodles for a satisfying…
A quick and easy weeknight meal featuring spicy andouille sausage, corn, and okra in a creamy sauce. This Louisiana-inspired skillet dish is perfect…
Pan-seared pork chops served over cashew-lime rice with a bright cilantro-lime vinaigrette. This fusion dish combines Mexican and Thai flavors for a quick…
A quick and easy chicken enchilada skillet made with shredded chicken, pinto beans, salsa, and sour cream, topped with melted cheese. No rolling required…
A quick and hearty soup made with canned ingredients, including chicken, beans, corn, and enchilada sauce. Perfect for a simple weeknight meal.
A creamy fettuccine dish with flaked salmon, spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Quick and satisfying for a weeknight dinner.
A rich seafood pasta featuring crayfish and shrimp in a buttery garlic sauce, finished with capers. Quick and flavorful for a weeknight dinner.
This linguine with shrimp features a bright lemon oil and fresh arugula. It's a quick and flavorful weeknight pasta dish.
Crispy fried chicken breasts with a garlicky, seasoned coating. Quick and easy for a weeknight dinner.
A quick stir-fry of chicken, cashew nuts, and green peppers in a savory soy sauce. Perfect for a weeknight dinner.
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