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Colorful plated dinner featuring chicken and vegetable stir-fry on a white plate, vibrant bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots with a side of rice, styled casually on a wooden table with a fork and chopsticks.

Easy School Night Dinner Ideas for Busy Weekdays

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A collection of simple, fast, and tasty dinner ideas ideal for busy weekdays, including stir-fries, pasta, and sheet-pan meals.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breasts, sliced
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
  • 2 cups cooked rice
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

Instructions

  1. Heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add vegetables and cook until tender-crisp.
  5. Stir in soy sauce and toss to combine.
  6. Serve hot over cooked rice.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option.
  • Use frozen vegetables for quicker prep.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-inspired
  • Diet: Easy, Quick, Kid-friendly

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
  • Sugar: 8 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: sixty g
  • Fiber: 6 g
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Cholesterol: 80 mg