If you’re feeling stretched thin right now and the daily “what’s for dinner?” decision is draining you, you’re in very good company. This time of year gets busy fast — school events, work deadlines, sports, life — and groceries feel like they’re racking up quicker than ever. So I’ve put together a week of easy, affordable dinners that take the pressure off. These recipes use simple supermarket ingredients, need minimal prep, and genuinely help weeknights feel smoother. From One-pan Greek Chicken Risoni (Orzo) to Juicy Oven-baked Kebabs, a fresh Tuna Avocado Crispy Rice Salad, and the always-popular Quick Chicken Coconut Curry, this is real-life cooking designed to keep costs down, stress low and dinner delicious.
Golden, juicy chicken thighs with crispy skin, nestled into garlicky, lemony risoni – all cooked in one pan. No boiling pasta, no juggling pans. Just a comforting, crowd-pleasing dinner that looks impressive but couldn’t be easier!
This Tuna Avocado Crispy Rice Salad recipe features creamy avocado, budget-friendly canned tuna, and fresh vegetables tossed with a tangy sesame-soy dressing. Easy to make and perfect for busy weeknights or entertaining!
This Juicy Oven-baked Kebabs recipe is a quick, budget-friendly fakeaway that delivers bold flavour, and it’s easily cooked in the oven. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd or customising for fussy eaters, and the garlic yoghurt + sumac onion combo takes it over the top. Make it once and it’ll be on regular rotation.
This Quick Coconut Chicken Curry recipe is comforting and flavourful, perfect for cosy family dinners any night of the week. Tender chicken pieces are simmered in a rich, coconut-based curry sauce, before being topped with yoghurt and mango chutney. It is freezer-friendly and is delicious served with basmati rice and naan bread.
Crispy roasted potatoes make the perfect base for this loaded taco bowl, topped with spiced beef, guac, salsa and cheese. This Loaded Potato Taco Bowl recipe is budget-friendly, freezer-friendly, and a fun way to mix up taco night without adding extra effort.
Freezer dumplings and a handful of pantry staples transform into a warming bowl of Quick Dumpling Laksa in one pan in just 20 minutes. The fragrant curry-coconut broth feels like a takeaway treat but is easy enough for weeknights. Make it when you want comfort food that doesn’t require effort.
Creamy pasta topped with chicken schnitzel is the ultimate pairing in this Crispy Chicken Schnitzel Alfredo recipe. It’s the ideal comforting family weeknight meal, but elegant enough to serve to guests.
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