Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes

Super Easy Chicken à la King Ingredients: 1 cup white rice, uncooked 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 Tablespoons all-purpose flour 1 cup milk 12 ounces roasted chicken breast strips, diced 1 cup mushrooms, sliced 1 cup frozen peas, 1/2 medium red bell pepper, chopped Dash black pepper   Directions: 1. Prepare rice according to package directions. […]

Lemon Broccoli Chicken Ingredients: 1 lemon1 Tablespoon vegetable oil4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves10-3/4 ounces (1 can) condensed cream of broccoli soup1/4 cup milk1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper Directions: 1. Cut 8 thin slices of the lemon. Squeeze 2 teaspoons juice from the remaining lemon. 2. Heat the oil in a 10-inch skillet over medium-high […]

Hearty Chicken and Noodle Casserole Ingredients: 10-3/4 ounces (1 can) condensed cream of mushroom soup 1/2 cup whole milk 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables 2 cups cubed cooked chicken 2 cups medium egg noodles, cooked and drained 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese   Directions: 1. Heat […]

Crispy Mexican Chicken Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 8 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1-1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips 8 slices deli style sliced  Monterey Jack cheese Directions: 1 .Preheat oven to  375°F.   2. Combine mayonnaise, cumin, onion powder and pepper flakes […]

Cocoa-Coffee Chicken with Salsa Mole Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons ground coffee 2 Tablespoons Hershey’s unsweetened cocoa1 Tablespoon salt1 Tablespoon packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon chili powder4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 Tablespoon vegetable oilSalsa Mole (recipe below) Directions: 1. Heat oven to 425°F. Grease baking sheet. 2. Stir together coffee, cocoa, salt, brown sugar and chili powder. […]

Chicken Pasta Alfredo Ingredients: 2 Tablespoons butter 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, divided 12-1/2 ounces can white chunk chicken breast 1 cup frozen broccoli florets, thawed 8 ounces fettuccine, cooked and drained Directions: 1. Heat the butter and heavy cream in a 10-inch skillet over medium heat to a boil, […]

Meatball Hero Sandwiches Ingredients: 1 pound lean ground beef 1/2 cup Italian seasoned dry bread crumbs 1 egg 26 ounces (1 large jar) pasta sauce 4 Italian rolls, (about 6 inches long each), halved lengthwise 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese   Directions: 1. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs and egg in medium bowl; shape into […]

Overstuffed Peppers Mexican-Style Ingredients: 10 ounces 95% lean ground beef 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 4 ounces chopped mild green chiles 1/2 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed 1/2 cup tomato sauce, divided 1/4 cup cornmeal 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 2 large green bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise, seeded and stemmed 2/3 […]

Hearty Chili Cheese Fries Ingredients: 32 ounces frozen French fries1 1/2 pounds ground beef1 medium onion, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced2 Tablespoons chili powder1/2 cup lager2 Tablespoons tomato pasteSalt and black pepper15 ounces cheese sauce, heatedSalsa and sour cream2 green onions, finely chopped Directions: 1. Bake the French fries according to package directions. 2. While fries […]

Sloppy Joe Kiddie Cars Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon olive oil1 medium onion, sliced2 pounds lean ground beef26 ounces (1 large jar) Italian style pasta sauce1/4 cup firmly packed brown sugar2 Tablespoons dill pickle relish8 long hoagie rolls Ingredients for Race Car Parts: mini pretzel twists for steering wheelcucumber slices for wheels attached with thin pretzelsradish for […]

Homestyle Beef Pan Pizza Ingredients: 13-3/4 ounces refrigerated pizza dough 1/4 pound 95% lean ground beef 3 Tablespoons finely chopped onion 1 cup pizza sauce 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 2 Tablespoons finely grated Parmesan cheese Directions: […]

Mexican Beef and Rice Casserole Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 1 Tablespoon flour 1 ½ cup good quality canned tomatoes (pureed) 1 cup salsa or picante Sauce 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup uncooked long grain white rice 1 teaspoon salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 2 ounces (1/2 can) diced green chiles 1/2 cup […]

Cheese Steak Pockets Cheesesteaks are delicious, but can be too heavy with the usual thick rolls. By using pita bread you get the full flavor of traditional cheesesteak with a lot less heavy carbs. The onion rings round this out to make it a complete dinner in 30 minutes.   Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon vegetable oil1 […]

Cheddar Burger Mashed Potato Bake Ingredients: 2 pounds ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 jar (1 pound) cheddar cheese sauce 2 teaspoons dry mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 4 cups prepared mashed potatoes (steamable mashed potoatoes are fastest) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 425°F. 2. In 12-inch skillet, brown ground […]

Layered Taco Salad Ingredients: 1/2 pound 90% lean ground beef 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, divided 1/2 cup picante sauce 1 teaspoon sugar 6 cups shredded romaine lettuce 2 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro 2 ounces nacho-flavored baked tortilla […]

Beef and Beer Sliders with Waffle Fries Ingredients: 6 Tablespoons ketchup2 Tablespoons mayonnaise2 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 1/2 pounds 85% lean ground beef1/2 cup beer (not dark)1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon onion powder1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon black pepper3 slices sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 4 pieces12 slider or potato dinner […]

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry Ingredients for Marinade: 2 teaspoons low sodium soy sauce2 teaspoons Chinese rice cooking wine2 teaspoons oyster sauce1 teaspoon cornstarch½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste) Ingredients for stir-fry: 1 pound fresh broccoli (use only the florets)¼ cup chicken broth¾ pound thinly sliced beef for stir fry½ teaspoon freshly grated […]

Easy Shepherd’s Pie Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 2 cups hot mashed potatoes (frozen steamable mashed potaotes are fastest) 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups frozen mixed vegetables, thawed 1 cup beef gravy Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 375°F. 2. Brown the ground beef […]

Fiesta Beef Enchilada Skillet Ingredients: 1 pound ground beef 17-1/2 ounces Enchilada Sauce 8 corn tortillas (6 inch), cut into 1-inch squares 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Sour cream Chopped green onions Directions: 1. Cook ground beef in skillet until browned. Drain fat. 2. Add enchilada sauce, tortillas and half the cheese. Heat to […]

Italian Mini Meatloaves and Vegetable Pasta Ingredients: 1-1/2 pounds lean ground beef 6 ounces shredded Italian cheese blend, divided3/4 cup QUAKER® Oats (quick or old fashioned, uncooked)3/4 cup finely chopped onion1/2 cup catsup1 cup egg, lightly beaten1 Tablespoon soy sauce2 cloves garlic, minced2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning, divided1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon black pepper8 ounces rotini […]

Wagon Wheel Beef Pasta This hearty pasta dish is extra flavorful with a homemade Italian-style sauce. Wagon wheels add a fun new shape to replace boring and messy long spaghetti, making it a perfect kid pleasing dinner.   Ingredients: 3/4 pound ground beef (85% lean)1-3/4 cups (1 can) Vegetable Broth 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1/2 teaspoon […]

Nachos are a staple meal in my house. They’re something that’s always easy and we usually have all the ingredients on hand. It’s the kind of meal that’s kept in the back of my mind as something we can always do if the night goes late or if we have someplace to be in the […]

Lasagna is one of my favorite dishes to make for my family. A bit fancier than a typical casserole, lasagna is filling and tasty. In fact, I like lasagna so much that I came up with another variation on it that uses different flavors. Mexican lasagna is a great change from regular Italian lasagna. Between […]

Spaghetti and meatballs are always a hit in my house. My kids love meatballs and twirling the spaghetti noodles around their fork. Regular spaghetti is easy and fast to make, but sometimes you want it to have a little more substance. Enter the meatball, a savory dish that fills up your family. It takes simple […]