Fed up with constantly emptying your wallet on nightly dinners? We totally understand. That’s why we’ve compiled a set of dinner recipes that are not only delicious but also budget-friendly, coming to the rescue of both your taste buds and your bank account. No need to be a kitchen maestro or spend endless hours cooking; these recipes focus on simplicity without compromising on flavor. From one-pot wonders to sheet pan magic, we’ve got you covered with straightforward dishes that won’t strain your budget.
Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps
These Thai Basil Chicken Lettuce Wraps are packed with flavor and nutrition. It’s an easy gluten-free meal made in under 30 minutes with mostly pantry staples and a few fresh ingredients like ground chicken and fresh basil. Top with your favorite Asian-inspired spices, and you have a healthy and delicious meal the whole family will love.
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Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry (Using Frozen Vegetables)
Weeknight shortcuts are the best! Try this Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry using frozen vegetables for a quick one-pot wonder dinner the whole family will love. {keto, whole30, paleo, gluten free}
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Instant Pot Orange Chicken
Sweet and tender Instant Pot Orange Chicken is ready for a weeknight dinner is less than 30 minutes. The whole family will love the flavorful sauce and you’ll love how easy it is to make. {gluten free}
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Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry
This Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner your family will love. Making it in a sheet pan makes it a hands off, no stir, stir fry! {gluten free}
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Easy Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken
Roasted Rosemary Lemon Chicken is a moist and delicious weeknight dinner the whole family will love. Make two and have leftover chicken for the week. {gluten free, keto}
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
If you are looking for a quick, family-friendly dinner idea, I’ve got you covered. These Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas are the easiest things ever and kids love them. Ready in under 30 minutes too! (gluten free, dairy free)
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Instant Pot Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
This instant pot balsamic pork tenderloin is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors, all wrapped up in a tender, juicy pork tenderloin that’s cooked to perfection. Plus, it’s not only gluten-free but is also family-friendly which makes it a guaranteed hit at the dinner table.
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Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
This creamy Chicken Spaghetti is a delicious and hearty baked spaghetti casserole. It’s so simple to make, perfect for an easy weeknight meal. Made with simple ingredients and with a wonderfully crunchy, cheesy topping, this dish is pure comfort food.
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Tasty Tangerine Chicken Stir Fry
This tangerine chicken stir fry pairs juicy, succulent chicken breast with a sweet, delicious Asian tangerine sauce. It’s a little spicy, a little sweet and a little savoury, for the perfect flavour balance. This simple, one-pan recipe is a Chinese takeout favourite and everything from the tangerine or orange sauce for chicken to the moist chicken itself is a real winner. Fans of Chinese food shouldn’t miss out on this recipe.
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Slow Cooker Cashew Chicken With Snap Peas
Sweet and spicy flavours unite when you make slow cooker cashew chicken with snap peas. Although a lot of Chinese chicken recipes involve stir frying, this one uses a crockpot or slow cooker and that also helps intensify the wonderful flavours. You will love this slow cooker chicken recipe with cashews.
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Yummy Pork Egg Roll In A Bowl – 15 Minute Meal
Pork egg roll in a bowl is a low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. This is an easy recipe with ground pork, veggies and other flavours which is sure to satisfy a craving for Asian food. I love this easy one pan meal. If you want something quick and simple for a busy weeknight dinner, consider this 15 minute meal! It’s cheaper and healthier than takeout but every bit as tasty – maybe even more!
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Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry
Korean inspired gochujang chicken is a delicious stir fry recipe with sweet and spicy sauce. Gochujang paste gives this Korean stir fry its distinctive flavour, while red chillies spice it up and honey add some sweetness. So if you’re in the mood for something Asian but also want something a little different, give this recipe a try. It’s certainly bursting with amazing flavours.
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Simple Spaghetti With Peas, Garlic And Parmesan (With Video!)
With a mix of al dente spaghetti, spring peas, fresh garlic and loads of Parmesan “carbonara style”, this will be your new favorite weeknight dish.
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Grilled Chicken With Cilantro Crema
This grilled chicken with cilantro crema is a perfect summer meal. With juicy marinated and grilled chicken breast, and a creamy, tangy cilantro crema, it’s a delicious and flavorful pairing that’s amazing for weeknights or summer cookouts.
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Chicken Fajita Pasta
This Chicken Fajita Pasta is a super hearty and scrumptious pasta, perfect for dinner, made in only one pot. Complete with carbs, protein, and veggies, there’s no need to stress about sides! This one-pot meal is here to save the evening and let you sit back, relax, and enjoy a simple home cooked meal.
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Lemon Butter Baked Tilapia
Enjoy this 20-minute Lemon Butter Baked Tilapia for weeknight dinners or meal prep! Lightly seasoned and dressed in a luxurious lemon butter sauce, every tender and flaky bite of fish is perfectly lemony, garlicky, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious.
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Ramen Carbonara
This Ramen Carbonara is by no means traditional but it is true comfort food that’s super quick and easy to make, very economical and best of all ready in 15 minutes! Are you ready? Let’s get this show on the road and I’ll show you how to make this and fill your belly in no time.
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Sloppy Joe Casserole
This Sloppy Joe Casserole is where comfort meets convenience. Crafted with tender pasta, tossed in savory sloppy joe meat sauce, and then crowned with a layer of melty cheddar cheese, this casserole is the love child of comfort food and deliciousness!
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Karen Kelly, a food and travel writer, is the founder of Seasonal Cravings. She is also a health coach certified by the Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She has been featured in numerous media outlets, including the AP Wire and MSN.
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