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22 Easy 5-Ingredient Dinners For Busy Weeknights

by Nancy Reynolds April 14, 2019
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This post offers 22 easy 5-ingredient dinners for busy weeknights.

We all know how busy life gets. Sometimes it’s difficult to get dinner on the table, especially on those crazy busy weeknights nights when we’re dashing out the door trying to get our kids to practice on time.

The good news is, getting dinner on the table (even on a busy weeknight) doesn’t have to be difficult, time-consuming, or too expensive. These easy 5-ingredient recipes are guaranteed to make dinnertime easier and far less stressful! And, don’t let the handful of ingredients in these recipes fool you – they’re absolutely delicious!

 

 

Italian Breaded Chicken

Even though this chicken recipe has only five simple ingredients, the flavor just might surprise you! It’s a breeze to whip up in under 10 minutes and it’s great paired with a salad, noodles and your favorite fresh veggies. Recipe By: All Recipes CLICK HERE

 

Beef Enchiladas

Did anyone say Mexican food? These oh, so easy beef enchiladas are delicious, inexpensive and packed with flavor. Serve with Mexican rice or beans and you’ll have a dinner your family will love. Recipe By: Southern Bite CLICK HERE

 

Honey Garlic Shrimp Skillet

Four amazing flavors – garlic, honey, ginger and soy sauce – are all you need to make a shrimp dinner (or appetizer) your family will flip over! With 2 million shares on Pinterest (no, really… it’s that good!), this could become one of your all-time favorite shrimp recipes! Recipe By: The Cooking Jar CLICK HERE

 

Vegetable Frittata

On those nights when your family is craving breakfast rather than dinner, this healthy vegetable frittata is the perfect recipe. Customize it depending on what veggies you have on hand and serve with fruit for a healthy dinner that’s light, easy and delicious. Recipe By: Sweet Phi CLICK HERE

 

Gluten-Free Chicken Mozzarella Pasta

This 5-Ingredient chicken mozzarella pasta is a simple and light pasta recipe that uses truRoots Ancient Grain Spaghetti for a gluten-free meal. Plus, the delicious sauce is made with a healthy combination of olive oil, cherry tomatoes, fresh basil and Italian seasonings, so there isn’t any added sugar or salt like store bought sauces. Recipe By: Smile Sandwich CLICK HERE

 

Sheet Pan Steak and Veggies

No need to break out the grill for this steak dinner. Just a few minutes under the broiler and you’ll have a tender, tasty steak along with perfectly cooked broccoli and potatoes. Plus, it all cooks in one sheet pan which makes clean-up a total breeze! Recipe By: Damn Delicious CLICK HERE

 

Easy Cheesy Bacon Chicken

Did anyone say bacon? Universally loved by, well… almost everyone, just about any recipe made with bacon is always a winner! Easy enough to make on those busy weeknights, but delicious enough to serve company, this is one recipe you’ll be going back to again and again. Recipe By: Joy Filled Eats CLICK HERE

 

10-Minute French Dip Sandwiches

A warm, toasted baguette filled with flavorful roast beef and melted swiss dipped in warm au jus makes this recipe easy and delicious enough for any busy weeknight, but also special enough to serve company! Recipe By: I Heart Naptime CLICK HERE

 

Lemon Chicken with Asparagus

This lemon chicken with asparagus recipe is easy, delicious, and healthy! Plus, the added bonus is that it’s ready in 20 minutes which makes it perfect for those busy weeknights! Recipe By: Pinch of Yum CLICK HERE

 

Quick Beef and Broccoli

If you love beef and broccoli, you’ll love this easy version of the popular take-out. In just a few minutes, these five ingredients transform into a hearty and delicious meal your family will love. Recipe By: Pillsbury CLICK HERE

 

Easy Fajita Chicken Bake

Everyone’s favorite fajita dinner just got easier! This recipe takes about as much effort as a simple crock pot meal, but instead of slow cooking all day, you just pop it in the oven for 45 minutes. The chicken is tender, the veggies are slightly crunchy and who can resist all the cheesy topping? Recipe By: The Pinning Mama CLICK HERE

 

Baked Ziti

Made with 5 simple ingredients, this yummy baked ziti makes dinnertime a breeze! Just a hint of garlic salt adds a delicious twist to the recipe.  Recipe By: Cooking with Libby CLICK HERE

 

One Sheet Pan Garlic Roasted Salmon with Brussel Sprouts

If your family loves garlic, this recipe is for you! The secret ingredient, garlic flavored olive oil, creates the most garlicky and delicious salmon and brussel sprouts. Plus, not only can you whip up this delish recipe in a snap, it all also comes together in one sheet pan making clean-up a snap. Recipe By: Diethood CLICK HERE

 

Easy Crockpot BBQ Coca-Cola Ribs

If you’re craving some crazy-good fall-off-the-bone ribs, why not skip the restaurant and make your own… right in the slow cooker? These incredibly easy (and totally delish) ribs couldn’t be any easier! Pair with baked potatoes and corn-on-the-cob and you’ll have a hearty dinner your family will love! Recipe By: The Frugal Girls CLICK HERE

 

Slow Cooker/Instant Pot Beef Fajitas

Beef, bell pepper, onion, salsa and homemade fajita seasoning is all it takes for this easy and delicious recipe! Just toss all the ingredients in the slow cooker or instant pot, set the timer and forget it! Recipe By: Fit Slow Cooker Queen CLICK HERE

 

Easy White Chicken Chili

This easy white chicken chili recipe is so darn easy you can make it and have it on the table in just 15 minutes! Definitely, a great recipe for those busy weeknights when you’re dashing out the door. Plus, it makes great leftovers and can even be frozen for later.  Recipe By: Gimme Some Oven CLICK HERE

 

Grilled Chicken with Tomato, Soy and Sesame Seeds

When it comes to preparing dinner on busy weeknights, it’s ALL about speedy cooking with very little chopping and preferably quick clean-up. This recipe, taken right off the Leggo’s Tomato Paste box, is SO easy and delicious! Marinade chicken drummies or chicken thighs, (whichever you prefer), for an amazing recipe that’s packed with delicious flavor! Recipe By: Fuss Free Cooking CLICK HERE

 

Easy Crock Pot BBQ Pulled Pork

BBQ pulled pork has never been easier! This fork-tender pulled BBQ pork is actually ridiculously easy and it tastes amazing! This is one of those recipes that’s sure to become one of your favorite go-to recipes – it’s that good!  Recipe By: Yummy Healthy Easy CLICK HERE

 

Creamy Chicken Breasts

If 5-ingredient dinners aren’t enticing and easy enough, this creamy chicken recipe comes together with just three ingredients! Chicken, cream cheese and cream of chicken soup cooked all day in your slow cooker and you’ll have a meal that’s delightfully tasty and juicy. Recipe By: Totally the Bomb CLICK HERE

 

 

Turkey and Balsamic Onion Quesadillas

Not quite your ordinary quesadilla, this recipe combines deli turkey and cheddar cheese along with onions marinated in balsamic vinegar. Serve with a salad and your favorite cooked vegetables for an easy and delicious weeknight dinner.  Recipe By: Eating Well CLICK HERE

 

Garlic Butter Spinach Pasta

On those nights when you’re craving a meatless dinner, try whipping up this easy garlic butter spinach pasta! Serve with a salad and crunchy garlic bread and it’s sure to satisfy everyone in the family! Recipe By: Diethood CLICK HERE

 

Bourbon Teriyaki Pork Tenderloin

Teriyaki, Bourbon, brown sugar and minced garlic create a tasty marinade that turns ordinary pork tenderloin into an extraordinary dinner. Perfect for grilling on a warm evening or pop it in the oven and it’s ready in 20 minutes. Recipe By: Plain Chicken CLICK HERE

 

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