Quick and Easy Healthy Recipes for Dinner for Your Busiest Weeknights

Fish is a cook’s dream because most varieties take less than 10 minutes to grill or sear to perfection. Try tilapia, cod, or sole in this Tex-Mex skillet dinner that’s loaded with color and spice.

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In just three steps, you’ll have an easy and healthy dinner on the table. Go ahead and swap out the beef for chicken, add sliced red peppers or zucchini for variety. Taco seasoning packets are also a great go-to to add-in flavor.

Love the nutrition and heartiness of Brussels sprouts, but loathe how much time it takes to roast them on a sheet pan? Swap in the shaved version, and sauté them with aromatics for a fast-fix side that’s a tasty companion for grilled chicken.

Just one pan and six minutes of cooking time stand between you and this herbacious salmon supper. That means you have zero excuses to not serve it for dinner tonight! Pair it with a side of quinoa or brown rice to round out the meal.

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Let’s be honest, it’s the blend of balsamic, honey, and crushed red pepper that makes this chicken dish taste out of the world. With veggies added, this will be an all-in-one meal that's frequently requested for years to come.

Whether you're eating low-fat, low-carb, Paleo, or Whole 30, this 30-minute meal fills the bill. If asparagus isn't in season, try the same sheet pan strategy with fresh green beans or Broccolini.

There’s not much better than a hot meal in 30 minutes. This lasagna will be a hit for the whole family and comes together way faster in a skillet than a classic baked lasagna. Meat, noodles, and ample cheese. We love everything about it.

A cheesy cauliflower puree stands in for refried beans in this vegetarian entrée that proves you can enjoy hearty meals without meat. For extra protein, stir some black beans into the corn, asparagus, and tomato topping.

The jalapeño chili peppers and garlic combo is just enough to catch your attention, without setting your mouth on fire. Add some parsley on top of this healthy pasta dinner for a fresh look and flavor. For a shortcut, using frozen shrimp is an easy and cost-effective choice.

Ready in under 30 minutes, this Asian inspired chicken dish has all your favorite ingredients. The freshness of napa cabbage and a full cup of cilantro combined with succulent chicken and topped with honey-roasted peanuts makes this one of our more flavorful easy healthy dinner recipes for any weeknight.

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Cooking eggplant is easy with this parmigiana recipe. One pan, 30 minutes to serve, packed with flavor. You’ll feel like you’re dining on a meal prepared at a gourmet Italian restaurant.

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If you’re looking for a seafood dinner, give this one a try. Simple herbs, plus simple fish, equals delicious. Pair with rice pilaf or a fresh green salad to round out this easy healthy recipe.

Once you dress each serving with a splash of olive oil, the lemon juice and garlic that seasons the grilled shrimp can drip right down atop a bed of pasta. Light dinner perfection.

This pasta dinner comes together lightning fast. Farfalle pasta, also known as bow tie, is a thicker pasta, so it holds up to the mushroom, spinach, and garlic. A hearty dish, packed with vitamins and minerals, you won’t believe it has less than 10 ingredients.

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Nope, that’s not Alfredo you see! Nutty tahini is the base of the rich, gingery sauce that coats each bite of linguine, broccoli, carrots, and peas.

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Warning: Things are about to get real toasty. Butter-seared jalapeños give flaky, iron-rich grill halibut an undeniable kick. If the weather isn't cooperating for outdoor grilling, take things inside with a grill pan.

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No panini press? No worries. Simply assemble your caprese ingredients, and place in a skillet to cook. To press the sandwich, place another skillet weighed down with canned goods, on top of the fresh-tasting sandwiches while cooking.

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A bright and delicious chicken dinner that’s ready to serve in 30 minutes. You’ll love this flavorful twist of adding thyme to the classic chicken and potatoes combo. Incorporating additional herbs like basil, oregano and rosemary are also great flavor-building options.

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Thanks to reduced-sodium chicken broth and chicken sausage, this stew is healthier than it sounds. Cannellini beans give it an even bigger protein boost and a dose of fiber, while onions add tender crunch.

If sautéed chicken breast is your go-to easy recipe for dinner, take it to the next level with a creamy cheese stuffing. Crumbled feta teams up with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil to upgrade your dinner in less than a half hour.

Chicken and noodles come together fast for a hungry family. Add carrots or any of your favorite veggies for variety. Serve with a fresh spinach salad to up the fiber.

The next time you crave takeout, try our rice-noodle bowl, complete with juicy ginger-spiced chicken meatballs and a refreshing shredded salad. This low-cal, easy recipe is ready in under 25 minutes, which is probably faster than delivery.

Delicious is the word that best describes this 20-minute meal. Lime juice, honey, and peanut butter mixed together not only add health value to this meal, but really good flavor, too. Farro (a whole grain), and kale round out this dish for a full and satisfying easy and healthy dinner.

Turkey tenderloins stacked with deliciousness in just about 20 minutes. Browned pears, lightly wilted spinach, and crumbled blue cheese will have you cooking up this easy healthy dinner recipe again and again.

Fresh, light, and ready to eat in 25 minutes, this pasta dish can’t be beat. Cooked in a single skillet, each ingredient added builds the flavor. Keep some sauce on the side to use with chicken or turkey for another night.

Coming in at just under 300 calories, this salmon recipe is short on time, not on flavor. The radishes and capers are the stars of the show offering just a hint of spice and zest. Simple, yet decadent for a healthy 30-minute meal.

Coriander-spiced pomegranate glaze adds a sweet and spicy zip to this savory scallop recipe. For a vitamin-rich base, toss spinach into the skillet for just a few minutes to slightly wilt.

Apple and pork are two flavors commonly served together. Try this refreshing twist by adding pecans. In total, three steps to a perfectly cooked pork chop dinner. Chicken and turkey make a nice lean protein substitute with these flavors, too.

These ground beef sliders use seven ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen or pantry. The recipe is so basic, and yet feels like a treat. Whip up this healthy dinner in 30 minutes and serve with corn tortillas.

If you haven’t thought of flavoring butter before, you will now. The rosemary and mustard combination will make your taste buds sing, and bonus, this meal is packed with heart-healthy salmon for big nutrition.

From your oven to table in mere minutes, this pizza makes a complete meal. Its premade ingredients mean all that’s left for you to do is assemble and serve. The blue cheese dressing with the chicken takes this entrée from ordinary to extraordinary.