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Quick Dinner Ideas

Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes You Can Have on the Table Fast

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Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Sweet and Sour Meatballs

Stephanie Gallagher
  • Beef Brisket Recipe - My mom has been making this brisket recipe since I was a kid. It takes less than 10 minutes to throw together, yet it's full of that slow-cooked flavor that says "homemade."

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Quick 30-Minute Dinner Ideas

Tame the time crunch with these super quick dinner recipes:
  • Shrimp Pasta Recipe with Lemon Butter Sauce - I know this dish sounds pretty fancy for kids, but trust me, they'll love it! Look for EZ-Peel shrimp that's already deveined - less prep time for you.

  • Pecan Crusted Salmon Recipe - A honey mustard glaze forms over the salmon as it's baking, and the pecan crusting gets toasted. It's a wonderful contrast of textures and flavors.

  • Hot Dog Chili Recipe - If you like chili dogs, you will love this easy chili recipe - and so will the kids.

Dinners That Can Be Put Together Fast, But Cook Slow

I swear the slow cooker was invented for soccer moms. These quick dinners cook slow, but only require a little prep time on your part.
  • Sweet and Sour Meatballs - Pre-cooked meatballs are the secret to this tasty recipe. It's ideal for busy nights when family members eat at different times. Just keep the meatballs warm in the Crockpot.

  • Crockpot Lemonade Chicken Recipe - After a quick sear, the chicken gets dumped in the Crockpot with to cook slowly in a sweet-tart sauce in this fast-prep recipe.

  • Crockpot Chicken Breasts with Mushrooms - This recipe forms a savory sauce as it's cooking. Warm and comforting, this is a hearty dish that's great for cold nights.

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