35 Quick and Easy Dinner Ideas (healthy + low carb)

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. 

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!

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.

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 mac and cheese sets a new standard for comfort food. 

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! 

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!

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.

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. 

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.

Experience the perfect side dish or lunch 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. 

“This Tofu in Orange Sauce from the Air Fryer tastes precisely like your preferred Chinese takeout! Drenched in a sticky, sweet orange sauce, tender on the inside, crunchy on the outside!”

“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.”

“Baked Ratatouille with Olives is a delight for the eyes and the taste buds. Simple to make in under 30 minutes. Simply need a mandoline, and you’ll get this fantastic-looking and tasting dish made in no time! The secret of this dish lay at the bottom of the dish—a sauce made with; goat cheese, tomato, garlic, pepper and thyme. When merged with all the top veggies, it becomes a splendid flavor explosion!”

“Avocado Zucchini Pasta are the new pasta (well…actually, non-pasta) in town. I see them everywhere; for guys who didn’t catch the “zoodle” vibe, it’s zucchini noodles. No gluten or wheat is in them, making them an excellent meal for fitting in our bikinis this summer or a low-carb diet.”

“Bacon Boursin Fish is a baked stuffed fish that's wrapped in the best crust as we know it; BACON!This is one of the easiest and tastiest white fish recipes. Requiring only 3 ingredients! Make this impressive Surf n' Turf recipe, that's a delicious one dish wonder!”

“Deliciously decadent, this herb ricotta stuffed chicken breast recipe is equally perfect for a weeknight dinner as for entertaining! An easy low carb chicken dish, we mix creamy cheese with fragrant fresh herbs to elevate your chicken breasts to something quite special.”

“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!”

“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.”

“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.”

“Asian-inspired Chicken Cabbage Stir Fry skillet, prepared in just one pan within minutes. Enjoy this delicious cabbage chicken meal to the fullest, because it's gluten-free & low-carb as well. Watch the how-to video and get the step-by-step recipe!”

“These pepper quiche cups are a gorgeous twist on the traditional quiche, which swaps out the pastry for peppers and fills them with a classic mix of eggs, milk, cheese, made extra special with a pinch of sage.”

“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.”