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Parents know that school nights can be frantic. There’s homework, practice, and more that need attending to, plus early bedtimes for smaller kids. On top of all that, there’s dinner to think about.
The thing is, there just isn’t time for a complicated home-cooked meal. We’re here to help, though. Check out these school-night-friendly meal ideas that don’t take much time to cook and that make cleanup really easy.
Sheet Pan Pineapple Chicken Fajitas
Everyone loves fajitas, but few of us have the equipment needed to serve them up just like the local Mexican restaurant does. That’s OK with this innovative approach, which cooks all the fajita fillings together on one sheet pan. Add some tortillas, plus maybe a bowl of refried beans and some pre-shredded cheese, and you have a really solid meal.
The best part? Clean-up is a piece of cake. Just one sheet pan to wash and your prep dishes are clean!
Curried Chicken Skillet
Another one-pan dish, this curried chicken skillet has fantastic flavor. If you’re in the mood for an Indian-inspired dish, this one will hit the spot. Chicken, veggies, and quinoa are enhanced with flavors like curry powder, garlic, and fresh ginger.
This dish stands on its own perfectly well, but you could always pair it with some naan flatbread or Indian poppadum.
Slow Cooker Meatball Tortellini
Maybe an Italian flair sounds good this week. If so, check out this meatball tortellini. Meatballs and tortellini shells are joined by your choice of veggies (broccoli and carrots work well).
All you need for the sauce is condensed cream of mushroom soup and a little Creole seasoning. The flavors in the meatballs and cheese tortellini do the rest.
The best part of this meatball tortellini recipe? It’s a slow cooker recipe. Not only is cleanup a breeze, but you can leave this dish to cook while you pick up the kids and shuttle them to all their after-school activities.
Conclusion
Cooking great school-night meals takes some planning and effort. But let’s be honest: It’s a lot easier in a great kitchen. Are you looking for Raleigh, NC apartments with solid kitchen design? Contact us today for a walk-through and see what makes The Tribute great
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Planning out a healthy meal for dinner is not always a time-consuming process. You can enjoy a healthy meal in Raleigh, NC apartments without spending hours in front of the stove. The key is having a few ideas and focusing on the ingredients you keep in your home.
Baked Sausage and Vegetables
A quick meal when you do not have time to waste is a baked sausage and vegetable dish. Pull out a baking dish and line it with foil. Dice up any vegetables you prefer, such as broccoli, squash, or green beans. You can put a few different vegetables in the pan. Dice up your favorite sausage and add it to the pan. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic or garlic salt. Put the dish into a pre-heated oven and bake until your vegetables are tender.
Salmon and Greens
Salmon is a healthy and fast meal option. Get out a large non-stick skillet and warm it up on the stove. Add oil to the pan and then add your salmon to the pan. Cut up your favorite greens, such as broccoli, or use asparagus. Place it on the other side of your pan. Allow your salmon to cook about five minutes and then flip it to the other side. Add one clove of garlic to the pan and top your salmon and greens with salt and pepper. You can also squeeze some lemon juice for a splash of flavor. The meal takes only ten minutes to cook and is a healthy option when you have limited time for dinner.
Pita Pizzas
Pita pizzas take around 15 minutes to cook, but they offer a healthy alternative to a traditional pizza. Pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread your pitas on an oven-safe baking sheet and place them into the oven for 3 minutes. While you have the pitas in the oven, mix ground beef, cumin powder, coriander powder, chopped onions, garlic, hot sauce, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Remove your pitas from the oven and flip them to the other side. Spread your beef mixture over the pitas until it covers the edge. Bake the pitas and beef in the oven until your pita becomes golden brown and your beef is sizzling. It takes around 10 to 12 minutes. While you bake the pita pizza, dice up some onions, toss them with olive oil, and then keep them aside. When you pull the pizzas out of the oven, drizzle yogurt over the top and add your fresh onions and arugula.
A healthy meal does not need to waste hours of your time. You can make a good meal within a few minutes when you have a few ideas of where to start. To learn more about quick dinners in apartments in Raleigh or to see a rental space, contact us today.
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