17 Friday Night Meals You Can Eat on the Couch
After a long week, the last thing you want to do is spend a ton of time cooking and you might just want to eat dinner from the couch – we won’t judge! These quick, cozy, and comforting meals can easily be easily eaten right from the couch.
Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet
You won’t believe how quickly this taco skillet comes together. With a nutritious combination of protein and fiber thanks to the ground turkey, beans, corn, and cheese this is one satisfying dish and it’s delicious scooped up with mini bell peppers and tortilla chips. Let everyone add their own toppings like sour cream, salsa, and guacamole.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet.
Cheesy Boursin Pasta
This is the best cheesy pasta and it’s made with just a few ingredients. Creamy Boursin cheese is the base of this simple sauce and has the smoothest creamy texture. Simply cook the pasta, and whip up the sauce with some sliced garlic, Boursin, and pasta water. Serve with a simple green salad and breadsticks for an utterly delicious meal.
Get the Recipe: Boursin Cheese Pasta.
Big Mac Salad
Skip the drive-thru and get the flavor you crave, at home. This recipe has Big Mac-inspired flavor in each bite, but with a lighter and fresher flavor. Serve with fries for a delicious and nutritious main course dinner salad.
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Dumpling Soup
Save your money and skip the takeout because you can make this delicious and easy dumpling soup at home in just 15 minutes. Frozen dumplings cook in a garlic and ginger broth and spinach wilts in the last few minutes of cooking for a light, but satisfying soup. Top with chili crisp oil and sesame oil for more flavor.
Get the Recipe: Dumpling Soup.
Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
This Italian dish seems a little complicated, but it’s really quite simple. Use high-quality butter, cheese, and pasta for this dish, as it’s about all that’s in it! It’s easy enough for a quick dinner but nice enough to turn it into a date night meal, too.
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Ground Turkey Stir Fry
Looking for a quick and healthy dinner that doesn’t skimp on flavor? This easy ground turkey stir-fry recipe is it! This easy dinner comes together in less than 30 minutes and is packed with protein, loaded with broccoli, and gets major flavor from a sweet and savory stir-fry sauce that’s made with pantry staples.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Stir Fry.
Crockpot Chicken and Gravy
This slow cooker supper is so easy and so delicious! With only four simple ingredients and a few moments of time, you can prepare this comfort food dinner and have it ready when your family comes home. Serve this over noodles and with green beans or peas on the side for a simple, classic dinner that everyone will enjoy.
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Sticky Asian Turkey Meatballs
These turkey meatballs bring the best sweet and savory, sticky flavor to the table. Serve them over rice or noodles for a full meal, or offer a bowl of sticky Asian meatballs with toothpicks for a tasty appetizer at your next party.
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Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli
This 30-minute meal is perfect for a busy weeknight. With savory sausage, tender broccoli, and yummy orecchiette pasta rounds, this five-ingredient dish delivers a complete meal from one pan and always gets rave reviews.
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Chicken Teriyaki
Teriyaki chicken stir fry is a little sweet, a little savory, and totally delicious. You’ll love that it’s made with simple ingredients and takes less than 15 minutes to pull together, perfect for weeknight dinners. Hold onto the recipe for this homemade teriyaki sauce, it’s also delicious on pork, salmon, and shrimp!
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Elote Turkey Enchilada Skillet.
This enchilada skillet offers a medley of great flavors. With street corn, ground turkey, and a zesty sauce, your family is going to love this protein-packed one-dish meal. This thirty-minute meal makes a great weeknight dinner option. Pair with a simple salad or some chips and salsa.
Get the Recipe: Elote Turkey Enchilada Skillet.
Chicken & Gnocchi Dumplings
This is the perfect dinner when you’re craving chicken and dumplings, but not up to the task of making the traditional dish. Shredded chicken, store-bought gnocchi, and a mirepoix of vegetables in a creamy sauce are the heart and soul of this cozy recipe. It’s major comfort food!
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Thai Red Beef Curry
Curries make an amazing quick weeknight dinner and this recipe is no different. It’s a restaurant-quality meal that you can easily make at home. It’s totally customizable for your needs and what you have on hand, but the end result is a delicious meal that will have everyone cleaning their plates!
Get the Recipe: Thai Red Beef Curry
Chicken Lo Mein
Save your time and money and make some homemade chicken lo mein. With tender noodles, chunks of flavorful chicken and plenty of veggies like mushrooms, snap peas, and peppers, this one dish dinner satisfies while faking out your family who will swear this tastes just as good as your local Chinese restaurant.
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Southwest Turkey Taco Bowls
Make these turkey taco bowls for dinner on a night that you crave southwestern flavors. With ground turkey, diced tomatoes, black beans and corn kernels served over rice, these bowls are as easy as they are filling and delicious!
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Ramen Stir-Fry with Sweet and Spicy Pork
You are going to love this 20 minute pork ramen stir fry. It’s like a vegetable stir fry and a noodle bowl combined. It is sweet, spicy and filled with vegetables for an easy, healthy weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: 20 Minute Ramen Stir Fry with Sweet and Spicy Pork.
Chicken Wild Rice Soup
When you need a comforting and cozy meal, this chicken wild rice soup is sure to hit the spot. Packed with tender chicken, nutty wild rice, a classic blend of veggies, and plenty of broth, this soup is both nourishing and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Wild Rice Soup.
