Ingredients
- Protein options like chicken breasts, ground beef, or tofu
- Fresh vegetables such as bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, or spinach
- Grains like rice, pasta, or tortillas
- Cheese, herbs, and spices for flavor
- Basic pantry staples like olive oil, garlic, and salt
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Chop bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots. Set aside.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet or wok. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in chopped vegetables. Cook for another 5-8 minutes until vegetables are tender but still crisp.
- Season with soy sauce or your favorite stir-fry sauce. Serve over cooked rice or noodles.
- Brown ground beef in a skillet, add taco seasoning, and cook until fully done.
- Chop lettuce, tomatoes, and onions. Crumble cheese and set out salsa and sour cream.
- Fill tortillas with beef and toppings. Serve instantly with a side of delicious desserts.
- Boil your favorite pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a pan, sauté garlic and mixed vegetables in olive oil until tender.
- Mix with pasta, sprinkle with cheese, and enjoy.
Notes
- Pre-cut vegetables and proteins on weekends to save time during busy nights.
- Use a slow cooker for recipes like slow-cooked chicken that’s ready when you walk in the door.
- Batch cook grains and store them for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Weeknight Meals, Family Recipes
- Method: Stir-fry, Saute, Boil, Bake
- Cuisine: American, International, Family-Friendly
- Diet: Nut-Free, Vegetarian options available
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 65 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg