35 Easy Dinner Ideas (+ healthy)
Elevate your dinner game with these 35 easy dinner recipes that are both satisfying and wholesome. From mouthwatering grilled chicken to savory cauliflower rice bowls, these healthy dinner ideas will keep you fueled and feeling great.
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Clean Eating Soup Recipes
Tortilla Chicken Soup
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Zuppa Toscana Crockpot Soup
Creamy Chicken Chili
Easy Winter Dinner Ideas
Crockpot Salsa Chicken
Chicken Tortilla Soup
White Chicken Chili
Chipotle Chicken Stew
Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
Avocado Pesto Pasta
Easy Crockpot Dinner Recipes
Zuppa Toscana
Tortilla Chicken Soup
Salsa Chicken
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Sheet Pan Lemon Chicken with Asparagus
Chicken and asparagus are roasted in a bath of lemon-garlic oil. Infused with rich flavor, every bite is tender, bright, and juicy.
RECIPE >>> Lemon Chicken Sheet Pan
3-Ingredient Pesto Chicken
Pesto creates a savory, refreshing, herbaceous flavor. Meanwhile, the chicken is tender, juicy, and baked to mouthwatering perfection. Combined, this 2-ingredient pesto chicken is a satisfying dinner loaded with protein and nutrients.
RECIPE >>> 3-Ingredient Chicken Pesto
One Pan Braised Chicken and Mushrooms
Roast your chicken in a pool of creamy, garlic mushroom sauce. The chicken is tender and juicy. The skin is crispy. Expect every bite to be just as flavorful as the last.
RECIPE >>> Chicken and Mushroom Skillet
Low Carb Pizza Casserole (no kneading)
This low-carb pizza casserole satisfies any and all cravings for deep-dish pizza: golden crust, gooey cheese, classic pizza spices, and your favorite toppings. Made from natural ingredients, this pizza is a meal you can feel good about.
RECIPE >>> Pizza Casserole
Healthy Mac and Cheese (with pumpkin)
Indulge in a warm bowl of velvety mac and cheese. Each bite is a delectable blend of rich cheese sauce, warm spices, and smooth pumpkin purée. The addition of pumpkin adds a subtle sweetness and earthy undertones, while also enhancing its creaminess. Get ready, this EASY mac and cheese sets a new standard for comfort food.
RECIPE >>> Pumpkin Mac and Cheese
The Best Weeknight Dinners for Picky Eaters
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1 – Picky Eater Friendly: Chicken and Mushrooms
2 – Picky Eater Friendly: Lemon Garlic Chicken
White Chicken Chili Crockpot
Transport yourself to a Tex-Mex haven with this creamy white chicken chili. The rich, velvety broth is punctuated by the sharp tang of mild salsa verde and diced jalapeños while tender shreds of chicken breast and diced vegetables add a comforting heartiness to every spoonful. Top it off with fresh avocado, juicy tomatoes, and sharp cheese for the ultimate comfort food experience.
RECIPE >>> White Chicken Chili Crockpot
Healthy Chicken Burrito Bowl (Easy Chipotle copycat)
This restaurant-inspired Chipotle bowl features tender chicken and sautéed veggies, layered over a bed of cauliflower rice for an easy, low-carb meal you can feel good about.
RECIPE >>> Chipotle Copycat Burrito Bowl
One Pot Tomato and Garlic Pasta
This low-carb tomato and garlic pasta combines simple ingredients in one pot for rich, creamy comfort food that’s full of warm, savory flavors and nutrients.
RECIPE >>> One Pot Tomato and Garlic Pasta
Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
Crispy on the outside, juicy in the center, and flavored with a savory, zesty lemon garlic seasoning, these air fryer chicken wings are the perfect appetizer, side dish, or main course.
RECIPE >>> Lemon Pepper Chicken Wings
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Spiraled Cucumber Salad
Experience the perfect side dish with this Asian-inspired spiraled cucumber salad. The refreshing, crisp cucumber and juicy bell peppers are perfectly complemented by a blend of tangy rice vinegar, savory sesame oil, and just a hint of spice from the red chili pepper flakes and Chinese 5 spice. Finished with just a hint of sweetness and topped with a sprinkle of crushed peanuts and toasted sesame seeds, this dish is the perfect balance of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors.
RECIPE >>> Spiraled Cucumber Salad
Chipotle Chicken Stew
Sink your teeth into the crisp exterior of roasted chicken skin and enjoy the tender juicy meat beneath. Add in the warmth of the thick, savory, tomato-based broth and just a hint of spice, and this chipotle chicken stew has levels of satisfying flavor that will make your tastebuds sing.
RECIPE >>> Chipotle Chicken Stew
Hidden Veggie Pasta
This pasta sauce is nearly 100% veggies, but you wouldn’t know it based on the taste. Add some garlic, salt, and vinegar to a pan of roasted vegetables, blend them together, and you get creamy, savory pasta sauce. Even a picky eater can indulge in Hidden Veggie Pasta!
RECIPE >>> Hidden Veggie Pasta
Chili Garlic Oil Noodles
Our classic Asian pasta dish infuses sesame oil with Chinese 5-spice and chili garlic oil to create rich umami flavors with a touch of heat.
RECIPE >>> Chili Garlic Oil Noodles
Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad with Air Fried Salmon
This salad proves that healthy eating doesn’t have to be bland or boring. Crisp vegetables, tender, flakey salmon, and a tangy ginger dressing combine to create a nutritious, filling meal you’ll look forward to eating!
RECIPE >>> Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad with Air Fried Salmon
Avocado Pesto Pasta
Made with simple ingredients, avocado pesto is smooth, creamy, and rich. Featuring a unique combination of flavors, it’s hearty, savory, herbaceous, and refreshing all at the same time!
RECIPE >>> Avocado Pesto
Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
The exterior of the chicken wings is crisp, golden, and coated with an irresistibly savory flavor thanks to the addition of spices. Meanwhile, the interior of the wings yields tender, juicy meat.
RECIPE >>> Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Wings
Meal Prep Salad Jars with Lemon-Dijon Dressing
Crisp zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and sweet mini bell peppers mingle with tangy feta crumbles and crunchy sliced almonds. The zesty dijon dressing ties everything together, making each bite feel refreshing and invigorating. This is the ultimate summer salad!
RECIPE >>> Meal Prep Salad Jars with Lemon-Dijon Dressing
Healthy Sushi Waffle (Salmon)
This recipe features a cheesy low-carb waffle topped with classic, savory sushi toppings, and a creamy sriracha mayo sauce that packs a punch of heat. Enjoy this unique fusion of flavors and cuisines.
RECIPE >>> Healthy Sushi Waffle (Salmon)
35 Quick and Easy Dinner Ideas
“Pan seared shrimp is a delicious and quick recipe that can be made in under 10 minutes. Seared shrimp is great for a romantic meal but also perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. It is also low carb, keto and super healthy. Perfect option for meal prep.”
“If you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner, then may I suggest this brown butter and sage chicken? With minimal ingredients, but lots of flavor, it comes together in around half an hour. Pair with the vegetables and starches of your choice. A gluten-free, keto and low histamine dinner recipe.”
“A simple and easy cast iron whole roasted chicken that's full of flavor, perfectly moist and tender, and just waiting to be served at the dinner table! This recipe is gluten-free, allergy-free, and paleo using a no-fail method for success!”
Dairy-Free Pizza Chicken Bake (Gluten-Free, Allergy-Free, Keto)
“Just 3-ingredients for this easy Dairy-Free Pizza Chicken Bake! A healthy dinner idea that's gluten-free, allergy-free, low-carb keto, and with paleo options! Kids will love this chicken casserole recipe that can be customized with homemade marinara sauce and any pizza toppings you want!”
“Grab your slow cooker, it's time for a hot and spicy meal! Gluten-free, paleo slow cooker buffalo chicken that will warm you right up and has secret creamy ingredients to help you handle the spice!”
“Flavorful Cajun spices seared onto a mild, firm fish make Blackened Mahi Mahi a taste sensation that’s easy enough for weeknights and special enough for company.”
“With just 1g of net carbs, this keto chicken salad is a great lunch, dinner, or side dish to have. It‘s keto-friendly, full of flavors, nutritious, yummy, and super easy to make.”
“These keto pork chops are garlicky, buttery, and so flavorful. It’s a perfect keto lunch or dinner with just 4g of net carbs per serving. It’s gluten-free and Whole30 – friendly.”
“This keto chicken and broccoli stir fry is sweet and umami. A tasty, flavorful dish for Asian cuisine lovers. On top of it, it has just 9g of net carbs per serving.”
“A German Pork Hock is peasant food at its best–with big flavor, rich, fork tender meat and juicy crisp skin for a special entree.”
Vegan Aubergine Recipes - Replicate Some Of Your Favourite Vegan Recipes
“Do you love Brinjal Bhaji but haven't a clue how to prepare it? In this recipe When you combine the flavor and texture of roasted aubergine, the heavenly blend of onion, garlic, chili and ginger, and the scent of fresh coriander and other aromatic spices, what have you got? Your new favorite curry – brinjal bhaji!”
“The most delicious, moist, and easy slow cooker chicken yet! Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken requires just a few ingredients: your favorite salsa, some spices, and the chicken! The perfect healthy, gluten-free, paleo weeknight dinner to please everyone!”
“This is the ultimate catch for a quick dinner and ranks at the very top of my favorite sablefish recipes! With artichokes, olives, and sun-dried tomatoes, that creates a flavorful Mediterranean salad that compliments this juicy fish beautifully.”
“Serve up a delicious and low carb side to almost any meal with this delicious Spanish cauliflower rice recipe. Here is how to make it! Coming up with easy side dish recipes can sometimes be a challenge, especially if you are following a low-carb or keto diet. Fortunately, with a little bit of creativity you can still make some delicious recipes that you and your family can enjoy.”
“Learn how to make chicken avocado salad, a favorite main dish salad recipe that can be made in less than 10 minutes. If you are looking for an easy, healthy salad, you’re in the right place. This simple salad has become a go-to weeknight standout in my recipe rotation because it comes together so quickly.”
“Slow cooker Mediterranean chicken with artichokes is a delicious and easy one-pot meal. Filled with a tasty combination of olives, tomatoes, lemons, and garlic, this dish will disappear quickly.”
“This keto paella is packed with flavor and has only 7.4g net carbs! It's a cauliflower rice paella with both meat and seafood and takes just 20 minutes to prepare. A delicious family-friendly keto recipe.”
“Keto Chicken Enchilada Casserole is the Tex-Mex Cheese dream you’ve been craving! Made with pantry staples like cheese, cream cheese, rotisserie chicken, and enchilada sauce, this easy keto dinner recipe comes together in just 25 minutes. Perfect for an easy weeknight meal to use up leftover chicken or turkey.”
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