The last thing anyone wants to do is come home after a long day at work and slave over the stove for hours preparing a meal. This is especially true if you have to satisfy a family or significant other. While it may be tempting to stop by the supermarket or grab a cheap pizza, it is important to remember that eating well is an important part of success. Luckily, there are many easy meals that can be prepared in 30 minutes or less, to make dinner after a long day at work a cinch.
Chicken Enchiladas
Do you have difficulty getting your family to use the leftovers in your home? The reason this recipe is so great is because it allows you to take leftover chicken or turkey and turn it into something even the kids will enjoy. All you need is chicken, cheese, flour tortillas, and a few other ingredients to make this quick, simple meal.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/chicken-enchiladas-for-four
Mini Deep Dish Pizzas
This is a meal that the whole family can get involved with! Use muffin cups to spread out your dough, and let the family top with their favorite ingredients. Then, add cheese and pizza sauce for an easy meal custom designed for each person in your house. The best thing about this meal is that the dough can also be used for desert! If you have apples, pecans, and a few other ingredients you can easily make a quick treat to pair with your pizza.
http://www.twohealthykitchens.com/2014/05/29/mini-deep-dish-pizzas-dessert/
Easy Sweet and Sour Chicken and Rice
Chinese takeout can be very tempting at the end of a busy work day. Unfortunately, too much take out can have a negative impact on your wallet — and your weight! Instead, try this healthier take on a takeout favorite- sweet and sour chicken with rice. All you need is rice, chicken nuggets, pineapple chunks, and a few other things to make this classic takeout meal that the whole family will love. What is the greatest thing about this meal? It can be ready faster than some places deliver!
http://www.momswhothink.com/quick-and-easy-dinner-recipes/easy-sweet-and-sour-chicken.html
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Tortellini
Are you craving a hearty dinner tonight? If so, then this recipe may be perfect for you. It pairs the heartiness of cheese tortellini with sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, parmesan, and a few other ingredients for a heavy meal that is lighter on calories!
http://www.momtastic.com/food/367735-creamy-sundried-tomato-tortellini/
Smothered Chicken Breasts
This is an easy, succulent recipe that the whole family will love. Smothered chicken calls for chicken breasts topped with bacon, caramelized onions, and cheese. You can pair it with rice, mashed potatoes, green beans, or another easy side for a quick, filling meal that everyone will appreciate. This recipe is ideal for someone looking for a rich, flavorful meal without all of the cooking time or prep work.
http://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/smothered-chicken-breasts
Gourmet Cowboy Hamburger Sliders
This recipe is perfect to feed whatever craving you have for fast food after a long day at work. It calls for hamburger topped with avocado, pancetta, and onion. The best thing about this meal is that you can top it with lettuce, tomatoes, barbecue sauce, or anything else you have lying around the house for a meal to appease even the pickiest of eaters.
http://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/gourmet-cowboy-hamburger-sliders/
Pork Chops with Fruit Salsa
The great thing about pork is that it cooks easily, quickly, and it is easy on your wallet! This makes it a staple in many homes, but it requires tasty meals that explore the versatility of pork chops to keep your family interested. This recipe is ideal for the summertime and will keep your family from saying “Ugh, pork again.” You can combine some of the fruit you have lying around for a contrast of flavors that pairs deliciously with rice.
http://www.momtastic.com/food/384129-pork-chops-with-fruit-salsa/
If you’ve just had one of those days and you really can’t take the time, stop by Kasa Restaurant & Bar in downtown Orlando to enjoy healthy and flavorful dishes like the meals above, or try their signature pumpkin gnocchi and wind down the week without hitting your budget — or your diet.
Lautaro Martinez is a freelance writer and professional student who contributes articles on various topics affecting student living and popular culture. A self-diagnosed foodie, he can be counted on for great and easy-to-make recipes and restaurant reviews to help folks add that spice of life to our otherwise complicated world.
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