Fast Dinner Recipes

Caprese Stuffed Chicken

Ingredients:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
4 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
Make a pocket in each chicken breast by slicing horizontally through the thickest part of the breast.
Stuff each breast with tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, and garlic.
Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear chicken on both sides until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
Transfer skillet to the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until chicken is cooked through.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Shrimp

Ingredients:

1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1 lb asparagus, trimmed
2 cups cherry tomatoes
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Preheat oven to 400°F.
In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper.
Arrange shrimp, asparagus, and tomatoes on a large baking sheet.
Drizzle butter mixture over the top and toss to coat.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, until shrimp is pink and cooked through.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Chicken Fajita Skillet

Ingredients:

1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
2 bell peppers, sliced
1 onion, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp paprika
Salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
Add peppers and onions and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Sprinkle seasoning mixture over the top of the skillet and stir to coat.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until chicken is cooked through and vegetables are tender.
Serve hot with tortillas, rice, or your favorite toppings and enjoy!

Conclusion

Fast dinner recipes don’t have to sacrifice flavor or quality. With a little creativity and some simple ingredients, you can create delicious meals in no time at all. These recipes are just a starting point – feel free to add your own twist and put your own spin on them. Happy cooking!