7 Smart Go-To Dinners to Make After Working Late
You work hard, which isn't always the best motivation to toss together a fresh, home-cooked dinner when you get home after a long day. But you can get something on the table that features nutritious ingredients thanks to stocking your pantry with items that effortlessly mix together. From pasta to deli meats to canned sauces, you can be rewarded with a savory dish after being a rock star at work.
Easy Spinach, Ham, and Mushroom Fettuccine
Creamy pasta is what you deserve after a long day. This 20-minute recipe features sweet and smoky deli ham and store-purchased alfredo sauce. It's so good, and surprisingly easy to make last-minute.
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Simple Nicoise Salad
A fresh salad is nice and light and comes together in minutes. Using canned tuna makes for a seriously quick dinner that's still satisfying.
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Soba Noodles With Peanut Sauce
The crunch of peanuts alongside the other fresh ingredients in this dish make it a weeknight winner.
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Baked Chicken Breasts
You really can make baked chicken breasts that are crispy and filled with so much flavor in 20 minutes. While they're baking, toss a simple salad together and then dinner is ready.
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Chicken Lo Mein
Takeout is the easy option, but this quick recipe will save you time and money and is sure to be better when it's homemade. Filled with ingredients you probably already have in your pantry, it's a delicious dish at the end of a long day.
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Avocado Pizza
Load up on store-purchased pizza dough, because once you make this recipe, you'll want it every night. Personalizing with your favorite ingredients makes it fun and different each time.
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Veggie Stir-Fry
Stock your fridge with shredded veggies to make this stir-fry ready to eat in no time. It's also such a nutritious alternative to ordering in.
Get the recipe: veggie stir-fry
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