35 Easy & Healthy Dinners You'll Come Back to Week After Week

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be bland or tedious! These quick and easy recipes prove you can enjoy flavorful and delicious meals without spending hours in the kitchen. These are our family-approved favorites we keep coming back to week after week.

Healthy Turkey Meatloaf

This healthy turkey meatloaf recipe is proof that comfort food can be both healthy and hearty! This lighter take on classic meatloaf also has some (not-so) secret veggies mixed right in, making it a delicious way to eat some extra veggies. It’s cheesy, juicy, super flavorful, and perfect for a comforting dinner that’s easy to make and so versatile.

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Turkey Taco Chili

Two bowls of chili topped with sour cream. — Photo Credit: Wholefully.

Adding lean ground turkey to a pot of chili is a delicious idea. This recipe is so easy; you make it in your slow cooker and add a shortcut ingredient with corn, beans, ground turkey and crushed tomatoes for the best easy chili. You will want to serve bowls of turkey taco chili with sour cream, cheese and tortilla chips.

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Big Mac Salad

A salad made with Big Mac toppings. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

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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Easy Udon Noodles

A bowl of udon noodles with vegetables and chopsticks. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Save your time and money on a busy weeknight. These easy udon noodles taste even better than takeout! Made with snow peas, broccoli, and peppers, this pan-fried noodle dish is loaded with veggies and flavor. Naturally vegetarian, you could add some protein like chicken, shrimp, or tofu if desired.

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Sheet Pan Shrimp and Andouille Sausage

sheet pan cajun shrimp — Photo Credit: XOXO Bella.

Looking for tasty dinner ideas? Why not give this sheet pan shrimp and andouille sausage recipe a whirl? It’s fail-proof, easy, and oh-so delicious.

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Dorito Taco Salad

If you love a classic taco salad, you will always be happy to see this recipe on the menu. It’s quick, easy, and always hits the spot. Ground beef cooks super fast, making it a great weeknight option.

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Turkey Mapo Tofu

Bowls of rice topped with turkey and tofu. — Photo Credit: Sift and Simmer.

This Chinese-style dish is so delicious and healthy that you will want to make this meal a regular on your dinner-time rotation. With lean ground turkey and tofu coated with a spicy bean paste, this tastes better than takeout and is ready in under half an hour. Serve this turkey tofu over rice for a filling and flavorful meal.

Get the Recipe: Turkey Mapo Tofu.

Elote Turkey Enchilada Skillet.

Plates of enchiladas made with elote and ground turkey. — Photo Credit: Lauren Fit Foodie.

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.

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Dumpling Soup

A bowl of brothy soup with dumplings. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

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.

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Cheesy Ground Turkey Taco Skillet

close up of ground turkey skillet — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

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.

Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Pork Chops

These sheet pan honey garlic pork chops and vegetables make a delicious meal that’s easy to assemble and offers plenty of wonderful flavors. This family-friendly dinner is easy to make, and everything cooks in one pan. The pork chops are succulent, flavored with tangy honey garlic sauce, and the vegetables round out the meal.

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Healthy Orange Chicken

This orange chicken is a flavorful and takeout-inspired meal. Bright citrus flavor and a tangy sauce make this chicken dinner a meal that everyone will enjoy and ask to have again and again. It’s ready in just 30 minutes, made with everyday ingredients, and contains all the components I look for in a healthy meal – protein, produce, carbs, and flavor!

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Cajun 15-Bean Soup

A slow cooker filled with 15 bean turkey soup. — Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

Make a pot of slow cooker soup to serve for dinner on a cool fall evening. This recipe uses ground turkey and a blend of 15 beans to make the best Cajun-spiced soup. Serve with cornbread on the side and maybe some fried potatoes for simple comfort food that cooks while you are at work.

Get the Recipe: Cajun 15 Bean Soup.

Pepper Steak Stir Fry

This beloved recipe is a reader favorite! The easy pepper and steak stir fry recipe comes together in just 30 minutes and it’s better than take-out! It’s got everything you are looking for in a meal (from both a nutrition and an enjoyment standpoint): carbs, veggies, protein, and FLAVOR!

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Turkey and Cheese Sliders

Sliders made of turkey slices and cheese, with onions and mushrooms. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

These delicious turkey and cheese sliders are loaded with layers of deli turkey, caramelized mushrooms and onions, and melty cheese – all on sweet Hawaiian rolls! They are perfect for weeknight dinners, parties, or game-day spreads. Easy to assemble and bake, they’re sure to become a favorite.

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Ground Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

This ground beef stir fry is delicious, but it’s also nutritious and has protein, produce, carbs (energy), and flavor! This ground beef and broccoli checks all the boxes. This easy meal comes together in just 20 minutes by utilizing some quick kitchen shortcuts (ground beef cooks so quickly) and can also be prepped ahead if that’s your style.

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Crockpot Salsa Chicken

salsa chicken with limes — Photo Credit: Loren Runion for My Everyday Table.

This crockpot salsa chicken is easy, versatile, and incredibly flavorful! Made with just a few simple ingredients and minimal prep, let the slow cooker do the rest of the work. You’ll have flavorful and juicy chicken for tacos, salads, bowls, and more. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, this recipe is as delicious as it is effortless.

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Teriyaki Turkey Rice Bowls

A rice bowl with ground turkey and veggies. — Photo Credit: Sugar and Snap Peas.

Give your ground turkey a tasty teriyaki flavor with this easy recipe. With carrots, onions, broccoli, and peas, this veggie-loaded dish is sure to satisfy your family with a balanced meal that is ready in under an hour. If you have leftovers, they make a fantastic lunch on the next day.

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Turkey Tacos

Ground turkey is seasoned with a mix of spices and simmered with salsa to add another layer of flavor for juicy and delicious taco meat every time. Stuff into tortillas and add your favorite fresh toppings. This turkey taco recipe is quick and easy to make, made with simple ingredients, and always a crowd-pleaser.

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Feel-Good Minestrone

You’ll love this healthy soup recipe! Loaded with vegetables (8 different ones to be exact) and beans (3 different types) this minestrone soup simmers away in a rich tomato broth and is both hearty and healthy at the same time. It’s cozy, comforting, delicious, and nutritious on a cold day or chilly night.

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Easy Salmon Caesar Salad

A Cesar salad made with salmon. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This simple Caesar salmon salad is a quick and delicious meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights. You can have it on the dinner table in just about 30 minutes, and the whole family is sure to enjoy it! Pair with freshly baked bread or a bowl of soup for a filling and tasty meal that is ready in a flash.

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Ground Turkey Broccoli and Rice Skillet

A skillet of rice, broccoli and ground turkey topped with cheese. — Photo Credit: Evolving Table.

Make a simple skillet meal with ground turkey, broccoli, cheese, and rice for a budget-friendly family dinner that always hits the spot. This one-dish dinner is on the table in forty minutes. The panko parmesan crust over the top makes this meal incredibly tasty despite it being so simple to prepare with pantry staple ingredients.

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Sheet Pan Shrimp and Veggies

You’ll love this recipe for its quick prep and colorful, fresh veggies that pair perfectly with shrimp. It’s all roasted on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. The best part? It’s ready in under 20 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights or a quick dinner fix.

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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!

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Ground Turkey Stir Fry

This easy recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is loaded with protein, veggies, and a flavorful sweet and savory stir-fry sauce that’s made with pantry staples! Ground turkey and broccoli florets cook together and then get major flavor from the sauce. Serve over rice and dinner is ready.

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Shrimp Fajitas

A platter of tortillas, shrimp, peppers and lettuce. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Not only is this meal nutritious and delicious, but it’s also totally easy to make, making it a great option for weeknight dinners. Shrimp is seasoned with a homemade fajita seasoning blend and cooks with bell peppers, onions, and garlic for maximum flavor. Put out a bunch of fresh toppings like lettuce, pico de Gallo, and sour cream, and let everyone build their own fajita.

Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Fajitas.

Turkey Curry in a Hurry

Zucchini and turkey curry with rice on the side. — Photo Credit: Heartbeet Kitchen.

You can have this delicious turkey curry with coconut milk and fresh vegetables ready for dinner in no time at all. This easy meal has vibrant fresh flavors and is loaded with nutritious protein and vegetables. Serve over your favorite rice and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.

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Penne Pomodoro

A bowl of saucy noodles with herbs over top. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

If you have 25 minutes, you can make this incredibly easy and tasty homemade pomodoro sauce. This quick and easy dinner is perfect for busy weeknights and it has so much flavor that it’s hard to believe that it’s ready in just 30 minutes. This sauce uses high-quality ingredients and lets the classic Italian flavors shine in the best way possible.

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Mexican Ground Beef Skillet

If you need a quick weeknight easy beef dinner you need this Mexican ground beef skillet recipe. It’s ready in a flash and packed with flavor, protein, and veggies all in a single pan. This is a recipe that will find its way to your dinner table again and again.

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Bean and Cheese Burritos

Burritos on a plate with bean and cheese filling. — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

Bean and cheese burritos are always a good idea for weeknight dinners. These are so easy to wrap up for a meatless meal that is filling, budget-friendly, and best of all, delicious. Put out some fresh toppings or add them inside so your family can dress a simple bean burrito up if desired.

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Buffalo Chicken Cheesesteak

This buffalo chicken cheesesteak recipe is easy to make, delicious, and packed with flavor. It has a mouthwatering combination of tender sliced chicken, sautéed peppers and onions, gooey cheese, and spicy buffalo sauce. Top with melty white American cheese for a dinner you’ll want on repeat.

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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 Salad

The classic southwest salad gets a modern makeover! Greens are topped with spiced chickpeas, tomatoes, grilled chicken, sharp cheddar, guacamole, and tortilla chips so that each bite is full of flavor. You can make a few of the components ahead for an even quicker meal.

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Slow Cooker Turkey Squash Chili

turkey black bean chili — Photo Credit: My Everyday Table.

This slow cooker butternut squash chili recipe is exactly what you need to make the next time you find yourself craving something nutritious, delicious, and super filling. It has a delicious sweet and savory flavor and is easily customizable when served with a variety of toppings.

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Baked Furikake Salmon

This baked furikake salmon is perfect for dinner at home. It may sound a bit fancy, but it is ready in under 20 minutes from start to finish. You will love the crunchy panko furikake coating over flaky, perfectly cooked salmon. Serve with rice and a veggie and dinner is served!

Get the Recipe: Baked Furikake Salmon.