Easy and Healthy Weeknight Dinner Recipes

Fall is a busy time for many of us with activities, work and trying to relax. With the days becoming shorter, it may be tough to find the motivation to cook, let alone make healthy dishes. These three recipes are ones you can enjoy all year long. Let us know which is your favorite!

Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet

Not only is this recipe delicious, but you also only need one pan for it! Along with amazing tastes, this dinner is paleo, low carb and keto-friendly. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

3–6 skinless, boneless chicken thighs

1 pound green beans, trimmed

3 tablespoons butter, divided (or ghee for paleo diet)

4 garlic cloves, minced

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon onion powder

1/4 teaspoon salt and fresh cracked black pepper

Juice of 1/2 lemon and lemon slices for garnish

1/2 cup chicken stock

1 tablespoon hot sauce (we used Sriracha)

1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili pepper flakes, optional

1/2 cup fresh chopped parsley

For the full recipe, visit Eatwell101.

Garlic Butter Turkey Meatballs With Zucchini Noodles

Introducing another family favorite! Turkey meatballs are lighter than regular meatballs, so they are a great substitute for enjoying healthy and tasty dinners.

Ingredients:

1/2 pound ground turkey meat

1/2 pound ground pork meat

1/2 cup shredded mozzarella

4 cloves garlic, grated plus 2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1/2 teaspoon red crushed chili pepper flakes, optional

1 crumbled bouillon cube, optional

Salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

1 cup fresh chopped cilantro (or parsley), divided

3 tablespoons butter

4 medium zucchini, spiralized

Juice of 1/2 lemon

1 tablespoon hot sauce of your choice

For the full recipe, visit Eatwell101.

Broccoli Cheddar Soup

It’s getting chilly outside, so this recipe will be sure to warm you and your family up. This comfort food will taste like it’s straight from a restaurant but is much healthier without the heavy cream and loads of butter.

Ingredients:

1 small onion, chopped

1 medium carrot, chopped

1 celery stalk, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tablespoons butter

3 tablespoons flour, AP, whole wheat or gluten-free flour

3 cups less-sodium chicken broth or vegetable broth

1 cup fat-free milk

1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Fresh black pepper, to taste

6 cups broccoli florets, chopped into small pieces, about 2 heads

1 1/4 cups shredded sharp cheddar

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

For the full recipe, visit Skinnytaste.