Back to routine without sacrificing flavor! This week features five easy, family-friendly dinners that come together with minimal fuss and help make getting back into the swing of things a little easier. Think fresh, simple ingredients and satisfying meals that won’t add more work to your already-full week.
This Week’s Menu
. Spicy Salmon Bowl
Chicken and Spinach with Orzo
Pork Tenderloin, Broccoli and Rice
Chicken Quesadillas
Lemon Tortellini
Why This Week Works
Flavor variety but in “easy-to-prep” meals
Two uses for chicken means one protein does double-duty
Easy cleanup
Family-friendly
I love the soy sauce-based glaze on this – it goes so well with the creamy texture of the avocado and the crunch of the cucumber keeps it all very fresh!
This is a simple skillet chicken dinner that can be made bigger or smaller depending on how many people you are serving. This dish has a bit of a mediterranean flair given the spices and herbs which keeps the flavor profile unique but approachable.
These pork tenderloins are my go-to staple for a simple, clean family meal. My approach for a dinner night like this is SUBSTITUTE SUBSTITUTE SUBSTITUTE! Don’t want broccoli? Use whatever vegetable you have.
Chicken quesadillas are such a simple, feel good meal. Top that off with being super easy to serve, and we’ve got a pretty classic go-to weeknight meal served up and ready to go. This is also a great way to use the rest of your chicken pack!
This lemon tortellini is great any time of the year because the creamy sauce is warm enough for winter while the lemon and spinach lightens the dish up enough for a spring or summer meal as well.
Last week Overview:
Summer is busy enough without spending hours in the kitchen. This meal plan is all about getting dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less, so you can spend more time enjoying the sunshine and less time wondering what’s for dinner. From easy DIY nights to a surprisingly simple and comforting soup these recipes are perfect for surviving the busiest weeks of summer.
This Week’s Menu
Grilled Teriyaki Flank Steak with Cauliflower and Rice
Lasagna and Spinach Soup
Taco Night
Veggie Flatbreads
Baked Cavatelli