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fast weeknight dinners families

“5-Ingredient Fast Weeknight Dinners Families Devour Instantly”


  • Author: Zach
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Description

Quick and easy meals perfect for busy weeknights when you need dinner on the table fast.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, carrots, broccoli)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes until no longer pink.
  4. Add vegetables and cook for another 3-5 minutes until tender.
  5. Serve over cooked rice.

Notes

  • Use pre-cooked rice to save time.
  • Swap vegetables based on what you have on hand.
  • Double the recipe for leftovers.
  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: quick dinner, easy meals, family-friendly, fast recipes