Dinner Tonight: February 2018

Updated: February 02, 2018
Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes. 
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Roast Chicken with Balsamic Bell Peppers

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

This roast chicken dish adds Italian flair to your dinner table in just 40 minutes.


Roast Chicken with Balsamic Bell Peppers Recipe
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Diner Meat Loaf Muffins

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Serve these delicious meatloaf muffins with steamed green beans and roasted potato wedges for an at-home version of a blue-plate special.


Diner Meat Loaf Muffins Recipe

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Sesame Pork Rice

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Brightly flavored with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar, this pork fried rice recipe is faster than take-out—ready in just 15 minutes.


Sesame Pork Rice Recipe
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Panini with Prosciutto and Mozzarella

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Use this easy sandwich recipe as a template, and customize it to your liking. The possibilities are endless!


Panini with Prosciutto and Mozzarella Recipe

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Cincinnati Turkey Chili

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Ladle bowlfuls of Midwestern-inspired chili for cozy dinners and tasty leftover lunches.


Cincinnati Turkey Chili Recipe

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Quick Black Bean Burger

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Sabrina Bone

Serve this meatless black bean burger on a bun with hot sauce-spiked ketchup, spinach, tomato, cheese, avocado slices, and onion. 182 calories? You read it right.


Quick Black Bean Burger Recipe
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Penne and Chicken with Tomato Sauce

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Make this top-rated chicken pasta flavored with fennel and coriander in less than 40 minutes.


Penne and Chicken with Tomato Sauce Recipe

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Crispy Herbed Shrimp with Chive Aioli

Photo: Johny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr and Leigh Ann Ross

Fresh herbs brighten up crispy shrimp for an indulgent yet lightened take on traditional fried shrimp.


Crispy Herbed Shrimp with Chive Aioli Recipe

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Chicken Piccata with Capers

Photo: Lee Harrelson

Get an Italian restaurant favorite at home for just a fraction of the cost. The best part? It comes together from start to finish in just 20 minutes. Serve over hot-cooked spaghetti or your favorite pasta and spritz with additional lemon juice for added brightness to the dish.


Chicken Piccata with Capers Recipe
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Honey Cashew Chicken with Rice

Photo: Johnny Autry

Forget takeout and cook a super-fast and flavorful Asian-inspired dinner that's ready in less than 30 minutes.


Honey Cashew Chicken with Rice Recipe

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Hamburger Stroganoff

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Serve a lightened version of the classic dish with a tossed green salad and sauteed bell peppers for a satisfying, family-friendly meal.


Hamburger Stroganoff Recipe

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Chicken-Orzo Soup

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Rose Nguyen

Nothing says comfort like a bowl of hearty chicken soup. Pair with a sandwich for a simple, comforting dinner option.


Chicken-Orzo Soup Recipe
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Enchilada Casserole

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr
Make a hearty, healthy Mexican casserole in just 30 minutes that the whole family will enjoy. Feel free to substitute ground turkey and chicken broth instead of beef, if desired.
Enchilada Casserole Recipe

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Orange-Sauced Chicken

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Orange-sauced chicken is a super fast supper idea that is rich with flavor, but only has around 200 calories per serving.


Orange-Sauced Chicken Recipe

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Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo

Photo: Kelsey Grace Harrison

This 5-star Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo, which calls for quick-cooking refrigerated pasta, is a great go-to dish for hectic weeknights.


Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Recipe
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Bucatini Puttanesca

Photo: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Lindsey Lower

Don't bother with the colander! Minimize kitchen cleanup by learning how to make a simple and delicious one-pan pasta where the noodles cook straight in the savory sauce. Tomatoes simmer with anchovies and olives for a tangy, rustic Italian dinner that's ready in just 25 minutes.


Bucatini Puttanesca Recipe

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Broccoli and Rice Casseroles

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Perfectly portioned and ready in 20 minutes, these mini casseroles will be regulars in your dinner rotation.


Broccoli and Rice Casseroles Recipe

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Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Puree

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Pair sea scallops with a cauliflower and potato puree for an elegant yet weeknight-friendly meal.


Seared Scallops with Cauliflower Puree Recipe
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Potato, Mushroom, and Leek Croquettes

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr and Leigh Ann Ross

For a low-calorie vegetarian option, try these crispy, pan-fried potato and mushroom croquettes.


Potato, Mushroom, and Leek Croquettes Recipe

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Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Quinoa Salad

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Lindsey Lower
Quinoa, shrimp, and chickpeas pack a triple punch of protein in this healthy, flavorful weeknight dish.
Spicy Grilled Shrimp with Quinoa Salad Recipe

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Chicken, Cashew, and Red Pepper Stir-Fry

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
This chicken stir-fry dish perfectly balances salty, sweet, tangy, and spicy ingredients. Spoon it alongside a quick rice pilaf for the perfect meal.
Chicken, Cashew, and Red Pepper Stir-Fry Recipe
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Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad

Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross
Perfect for a weeknight yet elegant enough to serve to guests, our 5-star Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad will become a regular in your dinner salad repertoire.
Shrimp, Avocado, and Grapefruit Salad Recipe

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Chicken Fajitas

Photo: Rick Lew; Styling: Vanessa McNeil Rocchio

Tex-Mex Chicken Fajitas are a festive, flavorful main for an easy weeknight dinner. Learn how to make a quick, build-your-own fajita bar using rotisserie chicken, fresh veggies, and assorted toppings. Serve with rice and beans to round out the plate.


Chicken Fajitas Recipe

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Parmesan Polenta and Spicy Sausage Sauce

Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Cindy Barr
Top creamy Parmesan polenta with a spicy tomato sauce filled with fresh herbs and sun-dried tomato chicken sausage.
Parmesan Polenta and Spicy Sausage Sauce Recipe
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Tenderloin Steaks and Balsamic Green Beans

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Pair simply seasoned beef tenderloin with a side of flavorful balsamic green beans tonight. Did we mention this is all under 250 calories?


Tenderloin Steaks and Balsamic Green Beans Recipe

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Beef and Beer Chili

Randy Mayor

Cook a flavorful pot of chili in just 40 minutes for a quick meal that's sure to warm the soul.


Beef and Beer Chili Recipe

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Italian Meatball Sliders

Photo: Johnny Autry and Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr and Leigh Ann Ross
Skip the pasta and try Italian meatball sliders instead. Best of all, you can make the meatballs ahead and freeze them for a quick meal on busy nights.
Italian Meatball Sliders Recipe
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Shrimp and Okra Gumbo

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Thanks to savory spices and a quick-cooking roux, this gumbo cuts back on time (and calories!) and keeps the rich flavor.


Shrimp and Okra Gumbo Recipe
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