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31 Delicious Dinner Hacks For Your Most Hectic Days Ever!

Published: Jul 21, 2024 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Too busy for dinner? Not anymore! Dive into these 31 delicious hacks designed to make hectic days a breeze with quick and satisfying meals!

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Thighs with parsley on a white plate.
Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs: A tasty and fragrant dish, ideal for a simple dinner. It blends sweet honey, zesty lemon, and mild black pepper for delightful flavor.
Get the Recipe: Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon with parsley on a white plate.
Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon recipe is foolproof. It's not just tasty and flaky—it's made with only two ingredients. Dinner's done in under 15 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Sheet Pan Salmon Asparagus on a parchment paper lined sheet pan.
Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus dinner is a lifesaver on busy nights! Ready in under 25 minutes, it delivers perfectly flaky salmon and delicious asparagus for a quick and easy meal.
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak with rice, butter and thyme on a white plate.
Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steaks are amazingly juicy! Ready in under 15 minutes, they're perfect for a quick and easy low carb dinner.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak

Blackstone Burgers

Blackstone Burger with bacon, cheese, tomato and lettuce.
Blackstone Burgers. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Blackstone Burgers are easy to make and super juicy! Discover the trick to using frozen burgers on the griddle, and why they're not the same as Smash Burgers!
Get the Recipe: Blackstone Burgers

Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Teriyaki Chicken with asparagus on a white plate with a fork.
Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Teriyaki Chicken Thighs on the Blackstone Griddle come out super juicy. This grilled teriyaki chicken has only 2 ingredients and cooks in less than 20 minutes. It's a great chicken recipe if you're looking to meal prep.
Get the Recipe: Teriyaki Chicken on the Blackstone Griddle

Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak

Seared Porterhouse Steak with butter, parsley, and asparagus on a white plate.
Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Indulge in the perfection of a Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak—tender filet and juicy strip steak in every bite. Enjoy your impeccably cooked meal!
Get the Recipe: Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak

Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

Easy Keto Mexican Casserole in a casserole dish with cilantro, green onion, and a spatula.
Easy Keto Mexican Casserole. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Easy Keto Mexican Casserole features ground beef, low carb tortillas, and all your favorite taco toppings! It's your new go-to for weeknight meals—cheesy, juicy goodness that's perfect for meal prepping.
Get the Recipe: Easy Keto Mexican Casserole

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe) in a black bowl with bell peppers, basil, and limes.
Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe, made in the Instant Pot or Pressure Cooker for a quick and easy meal! This low-carb green chicken curry can also be prepared in a slow cooker!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs Low Carb, Gluten-Free on foil with a basting brush and bbq sauce.
Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

You'll adore these easy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! Ready in minutes, not hours, thanks to your beloved pressure cooker!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters in a white casserole dish.
Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters make a perfect, easy dinner! Seasoned with garlic and fresh lemon juice, they're ready in just 30 minutes and are paleo and keto-friendly.
Get the Recipe: Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle on a white plate with lemon and parsley.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is incredibly easy to make! Done in less than 5 minutes, this lemon garlic shrimp recipe is sure to please!
Get the Recipe: Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Easy Keto Cast Iron Meatballs

Easy Keto Cast Iron Meatballs in a cast iron skillet with basil.
Easy Keto Cast Iron Meatballs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Cast Iron Meatballs are incredibly juicy and easy to make! Whip up homemade keto meatballs in under 30 minutes on the stovetop!
Get the Recipe: Easy Keto Cast Iron Meatballs

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle with brussel sprouts and zucchini on a white plate.
Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make perfectly cooked salmon on the Blackstone Griddle in no time! This quick and easy healthy recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner, with super flavorful results and crispy skin you'll love
Get the Recipe: Salmon on the Blackstone Griddle

Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon.
Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This delicious Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is incredibly easy to make! Enjoy a cheesy beef and zucchini dish that's perfect for any night of the week!
Get the Recipe: Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Cast Iron Chicken Thigh in Creamy Tomato Sauce with a spoon in a cast iron skillet.
Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thigh Recipe in Creamy Tomato Sauce will become your new favorite dinner. It's a delicious meal made with simple ingredients that the whole family will love, and it's dairy and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes

Instant Pot Chicken and potatoes with parsley on a white plate.
Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes are perfect for a quick and easy dinner! Enjoy super juicy chicken breasts and tender potatoes, ready in less than 40 minutes, with most of the cooking time hands-off!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot and Chicken and Potatoes

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo on a white plate with parsley, sesame seeds, lettuce with bell peppers, bleu cheese, parmesan and a fork.
Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs make a simple late-night dinner. Juicy and delicious, these boneless, skinless thighs require only 2 ingredients and cook in under 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak on a white plate with butter, parsley, garlic and asparagus.
Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is a game changer! With simple ingredients, it's deliciously tender and perfect for making a juicy, medium-rare ribeye in your air fryer!
Get the Recipe: Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Grilled Skirt Steak With Mojo Mustard

Sliced grilled steak with a dollop of yellow sauce on a wooden board, garnished with cilantro, surrounded by lime halves, corn on the cob, grilled onion, and cilantro leaves—perfect for mastering one of 30 delicious hacks.
Grilled Skirt Steak With Mojo Mustard. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This flavor-packed Grilled Skirt Steak with Mojo Mustard Butter will be the star of your summer entertaining! Citrus and garlic-marinated skirt steak is grilled to perfection, then slathered in a Cuban mojo and mustard-flavored butter.
Get the Recipe: Grilled Skirt Steak With Mojo Mustard

Baked Lemon Butter Fish

Baked butter fish on a plate with green beans.
Baked Lemon Butter Fish. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Try this easy-to-make Baked Lemon Butter Fish. Enjoy tender, succulent white fish fillets cooked in a tangy lemon butter sauce.
Get the Recipe: Baked Lemon Butter Fish

Chicken Chop Suey

Bowl of chicken chop suey with fork.
Chicken Chop Suey. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Enjoy a mouthwatering mix of Chinese and American flavors with chicken chop suey. This classic stir-fry dish features tender meat and vibrant vegetables tossed in a savory sauce.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Chop Suey

Air Fryer Sesame Chicken

Low angle shot of a plate of fried chicken with sesame sauce and sesame seeds.
Air Fryer Sesame Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Do you love the crispy, sweet-savory Sesame Chicken from your favorite Chinese restaurant? My family says this air fryer version is just as good!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sesame Chicken

Palmini Baked Fetta Pasta

Baked palmini with feta in a light blue casserole.
Palmini Baked Fetta Pasta. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Enjoy this super quick and easy TikTok Viral Baked Feta Pasta with palmini noodles, ready in minutes. It's a low carb, gluten-free, grain-free dinner made with a pasta alternative you'll love.
Get the Recipe: Palmini Baked Fetta Pasta

Slow Cooker Boneless Turkey Breast

Slow Cooker Turkey Breast on a plate with gravy, stuffing, mashed potatoes and a roll.
Slow Cooker Boneless Turkey Breast. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Make boneless turkey breast in the Crock Pot for a delicious turkey with gravy. Perfect for a small Thanksgiving dinner or a weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Boneless Turkey Breast

Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Lemon pasta with spinach, feta and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy an easy, quick, and delicious Mediterranean-inspired pasta filled with lemon, spinach, and feta. Perfect as a vegetarian meal or topped with your favorite protein.
Get the Recipe: Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Maple mustard air fryer frozen salmon filet with broccolini on a plate.
Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Making frozen salmon in the air fryer is quick, easy, and delicious with this simple maple mustard sauce. No need to defrost—cook straight from the freezer when you're pressed for time
Get the Recipe: Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon

Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner

Pork chops with purple cabbage and apples on a baking sheet.
Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

These quick and easy sheet pan pork chops are served with red cabbage, potatoes, and apples. It's an all-in-one meal perfect for hectic weeknights, with just one pan to clean up afterward!
Get the Recipe: Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner

Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Eggplant

Cheesy chicken stuffed eggplant on a baking sheet.
Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Eggplant. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This easy stuffed eggplant recipe with chicken and cheddar cheese is a great dinner option everyone will love. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken Stuffed Eggplant

Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Mexican ground beef skillet recipe with melted cheese.
Mexican Ground Beef Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Taco seasoning makes this Mexican ground beef recipe an easy and flavorful one-pan meal. Ready in just 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground pork and purple cabbage stir fry in a white pan.
Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

A quick and easy stir-fry recipe featuring ground pork, cabbage, and mushrooms in a delicious Asian-inspired sauce.
Get the Recipe: Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry

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