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50+ Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipes

50+ Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipes
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These easy weeknight dinner recipes are your go-to effortless, comforting dinners that are super quick to put together, perfect for those busy nights – Because it’s already been A DAY!  With pasta dishes, steak, Instant Pot dinner, and more, these 50+ recipes will make sure you never have another basic meal again. Make one of them for dinner tonight! Enjoy!

Sidney Yang
by Sidney Yang
Sidney Yang

Sidney is part of the Eatwell101 family since 2014. As an editor, she shares her enthusiasm for food, cooking tips, and entertaining across more than a thousand written articles published on Eatwell101.

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Updated Feb 2, 2022
50+ Easy Weeknight Dinner Recipes - #weeknight #dinner #recipes #eatwell101 - These easy weeknight dinner recipes are proof you'll never have another basic meal again! CLICK HERE to Get the Recipes
Honey Garlic Chicken Bites - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-garlic-chicken-recipe

1. Honey Garlic Chicken Bites

Honey garlic chicken bites is the easiest dinner to throw together! Make it all in one skillet and let the flavors blow your mind!

Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-steak-and-potatoes-recipe

2. Garlic Butter Steak and Potatoes Skillet

The best steak and potatoes recipe you'll ever have - Easy to prepare, you'll want to make this flavorful dish a regular in your meal rotation.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tomato-spinach-chicken-pasta-recipe

3. Tomato Spinach Chicken Pasta

Give this tomato spinach chicken pasta recipe a try anytime you are craving comfort food!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tomato-spinach-sausage-pasta-recipe

4. Tomato Spinach Sausage Pasta Recipe

This sausage pasta dinner recipe is crazy delicious and only 30 minutes or less of work! One of the best sausage pasta recipe ever!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-bites-asparagus-recipe

5. Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Asparagus

This chicken bites and asparagus recipe is a winner for dinnertime. So much flavor and so easy to throw together!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Sausage Tortellini Soup - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/creamy-sausage-tortellini-soup-recipe

6. Sausage Tortellini Soup

Easy sausage tortellini soup is thick and cozy comfort in a bowl. A family favorite!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asado-chicken-sauteed-zucchini-recipe

7. Asado Chicken Breast with Sauteed Lemon Zucchini

Delicious Asado chicken breast recipe is a winner for dinnertime! Forget dry chicken: Boneless chicken breasts are marinated then grilled and served with sauteed lemon zucchini.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
One-Pot Beef Stroganoff - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/one-pot-beef-stroganoff-recipe

8. One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

This beef Stroganoff recipe is cooked in only one pan and makes the most comforting dinner!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cream Cheese Spinach Chicken Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/cream-cheese-spinach-chicken-pasta-recipe

9. Cream Cheese Spinach Chicken Pasta

This creamy spinach chicken pasta recipe comes together quickly and is a total comfort food dinner. You can make this incredible chicken pasta dinner in less than 30 minutes flat!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/creamy-garlic-tuscan-salmon-recipe

10. Creamy Tuscan Salmon Recipe

This Tuscan salmon recipe is so creamy and delicious - Ready in 20 minutes or less, this easy salmon recipe is a winner!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamy Chicken Breast in Spinach Parmesan Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-with-spinach-creamy-parmesan-sauce

11. Creamy Chicken Breast in Spinach Parmesan Sauce

This creamy chicken breast recipe is a 20-minutes easy chicken dinner that will wow the entire family!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/salsa-fresca-chicken-bake-recipe

12. Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake

This crazy good chicken breast bake with salsa Fresca is so easy to make for Quick Healthy Dinner. A guaranteed hit for tonight !

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Easy Oven Baked Chicken Bites - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/oven-baked-chicken-bites-recipe

13. Easy Oven Baked Chicken Bites

Try our juicy oven baked chicken recipe! Boneless chicken breasts are cut in small bites and deliciously seasoned before baked in the oven until tender!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-and-potatoes-skillet

14. Garlic Butter Chicken and Potatoes Skillet

This garlic butter chicken and potatoes skillet is the easiest and tastiest weeknight dinner - One skillet for amazing flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-steak-and-spinach-recipe

15. Lemon Garlic Butter Steak with Spinach

Lemon garlic butter steak recipe - Tons of flavor and so easy to make - A quick low carb dinner you’ll be crazy about.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs and Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/air-fryer-chicken-thighs-recipe

16. Air-Fryer Chicken Thighs and Asparagus

This air fryer chicken thighs recipe with asparagus is a delicious family-friendly dinner in under 30 minutes.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Salmon and Lemon White Beans - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-salmon-white-beans-recipe

17. Garlic Butter Salmon and Lemon White Beans

This garlic butter salmon and white bean recipe is an easy and delicious weeknight meal everyone will love.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Avocado Shrimp Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-lettuce-shrimp-avocado-salad-recipe

18. Avocado Shrimp Salad

This avocado shrimp salad recipe with lettuce and tomato, is THE BEST healthy salad meal. Perfect for lunch or any night of the week!

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chicken Stir Fry Noodles (15-Minute ) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-pasta-skillet-recipe

19. Chicken Stir Fry Noodles (15-Minute )

This chicken stir fry noodles recipe is loaded with nutritious veggies, and ready in 15 minutes - Flavor overload!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cheesy Mushroom Ravioli Casserole with Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/mushroom-ravioli-casserole-recipe

20. Cheesy Mushroom Ravioli Casserole with Spinach

Our cheesy mushroom ravioli casserole is an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love. The best ravioli pasta casserole ever!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-parmesan-salmon-recipe

21. Baked Parmesan Crusted Salmon

Cheesy, moist and delicious baked salmon — Ready in 20 minutes.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-shrimp-asparagus-recipe

22. One Pan Shrimp and Asparagus

Easy and flavorful, buttery garlic-y shrimp and asparagus are ready in 20 minutes. The whole family will beg for seconds on this one!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/lemon-garlic-butter-thighs-and-green-beans-skillet

23. Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

This one-skillet Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken recipe is a snap to fix. The chicken thighs and green beans are cooked with lemon garlic butter sauce in the same pan. So addicting!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Pan-Seared Steak in Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pan-seared-steak-recipe

24. Pan-Seared Steak in Butter Sauce

This juicy Pan-Seared Steak recipe is hyper simple and so flavorful - Dinner is ready!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Instant Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/instant-pot-chicken-pasta-recipe

25. Instant Pot Creamy Garlic Chicken Pasta

This Instant Pot chicken pasta recipe is incredibly quick to make!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/instant-pot-chicken-teriyaki-recipe

26. Instant Pot Teriyaki Chicken

This Instant Pot teriyaki chicken recipe will please even the pickiest eaters!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil  - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-pasta-salad-recipe

27. Healthy Chicken Pasta Salad with Avocado, Tomato, and Basil 

Healthy chicken pasta salad is packed with flavor, protein and veggies. Try this pasta salad recipe for a quick lunch or a light dinner!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/asado-chicken-recipe

28. Asado Chicken Breasts with Sautéed Garlic Spinach

This Asado chicken breasts recipe with spinach is perfect for lunch, dinner, or even for meal prep. You'll love the flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Honey Dijon Chicken and Veggies Foil Packs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-dijon-chicken-veggies-foil-packs

29. Honey Dijon Chicken and Veggies Foil Packs

Perfect chicken recipe for a quick and healthy dinner

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/healthy-chicken-parmesan-kale-salad-recipe

30. Healthy Roasted Chicken Parmesan Kale Salad

This wholesome chicken kale salad recipe is packed to the max with goodies!

Cooking time: 0 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-shrimp-pasta-recipe

31. Easy Garlic Shrimp Pasta with Spinach

Easy, buttery, garlicky shrimp recipe with spaghetti pasta on the table in less than 30 minutes. This garlic shrimp pasta with spinach makes a perfect weeknight dinner!

Cooking time: 12 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chicken Pasta in Creamy Pesto Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/pesto-chicken-pasta

32. Chicken Pasta in Creamy Pesto Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

This creamy pesto chicken pasta recipe is a restaurant-style meal, packed with flavor and ready in 30 minutes.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Lime Chicken Tenders and Quinoa - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/spicy-chicken-and-quinoa-recipe

33. Garlic Lime Chicken Tenders and Quinoa

This garlic lime chicken tenders is delicious, easy and perfect for busy weeknights.

Cooking time: 7 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/chicken-lettuce-wraps-recipe

34. Chipotle Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Piled with chunky chicken and veggies – makes for a light, yet satisfying dinner.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Chicken with Cauliflower Rice - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-with-parmesan-cauliflower-rice

35. Garlic Butter Chicken with Cauliflower Rice

Quick, Healthy dinner with Garlic Butter chicken and cauliflower rice — The ultimate gluten free/low carb dinner.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Blackened Chicken Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/blackened-chicken-avocado-salad-recipe

36. Blackened Chicken Salad

This blackened chicken salad recipe with avocado is crisp and full of flavor - Salad with chicken is the simplest and healthiest meal you can make!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/one-pot-garlic-parmesan-pasta-recipe

37. One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms

One-pot garlic parmesan pasta skillet with spinach and mushrooms is super delicious and quick to make. This pasta recipe is the ultimate win for easy weeknight dinners

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Cheesy Mushroom Ravioli Casserole with Spinach - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/mushroom-ravioli-casserole-recipe

38. Cheesy Mushroom Ravioli Casserole with Spinach

Our cheesy mushroom ravioli casserole is an easy dinner recipe that the whole family will love. The best ravioli pasta casserole ever!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamy Garlic Chicken with Spinach and Bacon - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-chicken-spinach-bacon-recipe

39. Creamy Garlic Chicken with Spinach and Bacon

This Creamy garlic chicken recipe with spinach and bacon is rich, creamy, and hearty - everyone will love it!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Salmon and Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-salmon-and-pasta-recipe

40. Baked Salmon and Pasta

This delicious baked salmon and pasta dish is top restaurant-quality. You'll love the salmon and pasta combo - 100% guaranteed!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/instant-pot-chicken-breasts-recipe

41. Instant Pot Lemon Garlic Chicken Breasts

These Instant Pot lemon garlic chicken breasts are ready in 30 minutes - Perfect for busy weeknights!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach and Tomato - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/tuscan-garlic-butter-salmon-recipe

42. Tuscan Garlic Salmon with Spinach and Tomato

This Tuscan salmon recipe takes just a few minutes of prep and makes a perfect weeknight meal in 30 minutes or less.

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-and-broccoli-foil-packs-recipe

43. Shrimp and Broccoli Foil Packs

This shrimp and broccoli foil pack meal is ready in under 30 minutes. Shrimp is seasoned to perfection with lemon, butter, garlic and herbs. The easiest way to bake shrimp in your oven!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/baked-salmon-asparagus-foil-packs-recipe

44. Baked Salmon in Foil with Asparagus and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

This baked salmon and Asparagus in foil with garlic butter sauce makes for an amazingly tasty dinner. The salmon recipe of your dreams!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-salmon-lemon-asparagus-skillet-recipe

45. Garlic Butter Salmon with Lemon Asparagus

This seared salmon recipe with asparagus makes a delicious and nutritious dinner. Healthy salmon is quick to cook and ready in under 15 minutes!

Cooking time: 25 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/blackened-shrimp-asparagus-recipe

46. Blackened Shrimp and Asparagus Skillet (20 Minutes)

These delicious blackened shrimp and asparagus take less than 20 minutes to make! Get the secret to this restaurant quality dish you can easily make at home!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Shrimp Skillet - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-shrimp-recipe

47. Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Juicy garlic shrimp is the most easiest and big flavor packed shrimp! Ready in under 15 minutes, garlic shrimp is an extra quick, very simple, to throw together meal that can be served over anything! This healthy shrimp dish is sure to join your weekend dinner rotation.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Shrimp Avocado Salad - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-avocado-salad-recipe

48. Shrimp Avocado Salad

This healthy shrimp avocado salad for two tastes crazy good and is loaded with the freshest ingredients.

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/honey-garlic-lemon-butter-salmon-in-foil

49. Salmon Foil Packets with Pineapple and Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce

This easy juicy Salmon Foil Packets is easy to make, tastes delicious, and is ready in under 20 minutes!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Garlic Butter Shrimp in 10 Minutes - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/garlic-butter-shrimp-recipe

50. Garlic Butter Shrimp in 10 Minutes

This easy garlic butter shrimp recipe is an amazing flavor combination of garlicky, buttery goodness.

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Spinach (10-Minute) - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/creamy-garlic-spinach-shrimp-recipe

51. Creamy Garlic Shrimp with Spinach (10-Minute)

This garlic shrimp recipe with spinach is one of the easiest and most delicious shrimp meal you can ever make!

Cooking time: 10 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/salmon-pasta-recipe

52. Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Salmon Pasta

This salmon pasta recipe is ready in under 20 minutes and perfect for busy nights.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Honey-Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa Bowl with Avocado - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-quinoa-bowl-recipe

53. Honey-Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa Bowl with Avocado

This shrimp and quinoa bowl is so good and easy to make - Takes only 15 mins to make!

Cooking time: 5 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-pasta-recipe-with-tomato-and-spinach

54. Tomato Spinach Shrimp Pasta

This tomato spinach shrimp pasta recipe is healthy, light, and delicious comfort food. Perfect for easy healthy dinners or date night.

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Baked Shrimp in Foil Packets - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/shrimp-in-foil-packets-recipe

55. Baked Shrimp in Foil Packets

These Shrimp in Foil Packets recipe make a healthy, nourishing dinner with hearty flavors!

Cooking time: 20 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box
Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon - #recipe by #eatwell101 - https://www.eatwell101.com/spicy-honey-garlic-salmon-recipe

56. Spicy Honey Garlic Salmon

Say hello to your new favorite healthy dinner!

Cooking time: 15 minView recipe >> Save to recipe box

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