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Recipe Roundup: Easy Weeknight Dinners

Recipe Roundup: Easy Weeknight Dinners is a collection of my favorite main course dishes. All of these are easy to make and are ready in 20-60 minutes.

There’s no wrong time for an easy weeknight dinner. Between work, kids, social life and more, the time to make and enjoy a homemade dinner seems to be shrinking.

To help solve the dilemma, I’ve got a great list of weeknight recipes that your whole family will love. These dishes are on the table in 20-60 minutes, and each one has easy-to-follow instructions.

Click on each title for the full post and recipe card

Spicy Peanut Chicken Noodles

The bold and spicy peanut sauce is the star of this easy dish that combines sauteed vegetables with chicken and fettucini.

close up shot of finished Spicy Peanut Chicken Noodles in a white bowl

Easy Shrimp Scampi

Make your own shrimp stock for an intense kick of flavor for this classic dish. Serve on its own or over pasta

overhead shot of shrimp scampi in white bowl with napkin and fork on the side

Farro Sausage Stuffed Peppers

Make the filling ahead, then stuff and bake when ready. These peppers are also perfect for leftovers

overhead shot of one Farro Sausage Stuffed Pepper on a white plate with a fork

Peppery Parmesan Grilled Chicken Orzo

This is my take on a delicious dish I saw on the Food Network. It’s ready in under 30 minutes, and perfect has a subtle kick your family will love.

overhead shot of finished Peppery Parmesan Grilled Chicken Orzo in a white bowl

Meatball Mozzarella Skillet Bake

The meatballs are so easy to make for this fabulous skillet. Top with homemade marinara and fresh mozzarella for a glorious dish

overhead shot of Meatball Mozzarella Skillet Bake in a skillet

Italian Sausage Bell Pepper Pasta

This easy dish is ready in about 20 minutes and is bold and colorful. You can easily omit the pasta for a low carb dish

overhead shot of finished Italian Sausage Bell Pepper Pasta in a white bowl

Dirty Rice Chicken Skillet

I’m a little obsessed with this easy recipe! It’s easy to make for a solo dinner, 2 or a crowd, and it’s a whole meal in a skillet

overhead shot of finished product in skillet

Spinach Ravioli with Asparagus Garlic Butter Sauce

Ravioli is easier to make than you think, especially using wonton wrappers! This elegant and simple dish will wow your family

close up shot of Spinach Ravioli with Asparagus Garlic Butter Sauce

Orecchiette with Sausage, Kale, Garlic & Pine Nuts

This easy recipe is full of hearty and delicious ingredients that combine for a wonderful, comforting dish. The best part is, it’s ready in under 30 minutes

overhead shot of finished Orecchiette with sausage, kale, garlic & pine nuts in a white bowl

Spicy Chicken Vegetable Stir Fry

If you like spicy, you’ll love this dish! It’s so easy to make, ready in about 20 minutes, and you can serve it on its own or over rice

overhead shot of finished spicy chicken vegetable stir fry in a white bowl

I hope you enjoy this week’s Recipe Roundup: Easy Weeknight Dinners!

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