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A vibrant plate showcasing 30-minute weeknight dinners, ready to serve.

Proven way to grow with 30-Minute Weeknight Dinners

Master quick and delicious meals with this guide to efficient weeknight cooking, designed to build your culinary confidence.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound protein of choice chicken, fish, or tofu
  • 4 cups vegetables quick-cooking like broccoli, bell peppers, or spinach
  • 1 cup grain quinoa, couscous, or minute rice
  • 0.5 cup sauce store-bought or homemade

Equipment

  • large pan or skillet
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prep all ingredients by chopping vegetables and protein, and measuring out grains and sauce.
  2. Start cooking your grain according to package directions, as it often has the longest cooking time.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil.
  2. Add your protein and cook until browned and nearly cooked through, then remove from the pan.
  3. Add the vegetables to the same pan and sauté until tender-crisp.
  4. Return the cooked protein to the pan with the vegetables, add the sauce, and simmer for a few minutes to heat through.
Assembly
  1. Serve the protein and vegetable mixture alongside the cooked grain.
  2. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy your quick weeknight dinner.

Notes

Meal prepping some ingredients on the weekend, like pre-chopping vegetables or cooking grains, can further reduce your cook time during busy weeknights.