Weeknight Meal Planner

Updated: October 11, 2014
We've served up 5 quick and delicious weeknight meals, complete with side suggestions and a special weekly bonus recipe.
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Apricot-Lemon Chicken

Photo: Oxmoor House
Aromatic curry powder is the perfect complement to sweet apricot spread in this simple and elegant chicken dinner.
Serve With:
Mixed green salad
Roasted new potatoes
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Moroccan Vegetable Stew

Karen Steffens
This hearty slow-cooker vegetarian stew will fill your kitchen with wonderful aromas while it simmers all day, just waiting for you to get home. To save time, buy veggies pre-cut when possible.
Serve With:
Couscous

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Cheddar Burgers with Red Onion Jam

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
A quick five-ingredient sauce tops cheesy homemade burgers to make an easy, delicious dinner in no time.
Serve With:
Baked chips
Blue cheese dip
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Pecan-crusted Halibut with Dijon Cream Sauce

Photo: Oxmoor House
Dredge fresh halibut fillets in flour and egg, then pecans and breadcrumbs, for a delightfully crunchy crust on this baked fish entree. The homemade Dijon cream sauce adds a fantastic punch of flavor and makes this dish just as suited for company as it is for busy weeknights.
Serve With:
Steamed green beans
Rice pilaf

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Baked Rigatoni with Ricotta and Collard Greens

Jim Franco
This baked pasta dish is like mac 'n' cheese for grown-ups. Toss cooked rigatoni with sauteed garlic and collards, a flour-based sauce, cheeses, and seasonings for a savory pasta dinner that's sure to satisfy. It's hearty enough to stand on its own, but feel free to add chopped, cooked meats (such as chicken, ham, or bacon) if you prefer.
Serve With:
Bagged salad

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BLT Benedict with Avocado-Tomato Relish

Photo: Jennifer Davick; Styling: Lydia DeGaris Pursell
Take your weekend breakfasts to the next level with this incredible egg dish featuring chopped tomatoes and avocado, poached eggs, arugula, and bacon.
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