Dinner Tonight: July 2015

John Autry

Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.

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Fresh Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta

Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Ripe, summer tomatoes are juicy and delicious in this pasta dish, with no seeding or peeling necessary.

Fresh Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta Recipe

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Grilled Chicken Breast with Salsa

Marinated Grilled Chicken Breast with Watermelon-Jalapeño Salsa

Becky Luigart-Stayner

Sweet watermelon perfectly complements the earthy spices—oregano, chili powder, and cumin— used to marinate juicy chicken breasts.

Grilled Chicken Breast with Salsa Recipe

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Barbecued Pork Chops

Photo: Randy Mayor; Stylist: Leigh Ann Ross

A simple 8-ingredient marinade, made with mostly pantry staples, brings out the vibrant flavor of these chops. Pair with kimchi-style slaw for a flavorful duo and a quick-cooking dinner solution.

Barbecued Pork Chops Recipe

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Honey-Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

Becky Luigart-Stayner

You're less than an hour away from delicious barbecue chicken sandwiches flavored with honey and chipotle. Now, that's a celebratory bite!

Honey-Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

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Shrimp Caesar Salad

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Give this 10-minute salad a delicious twist by adding a smidge of hot sauce to the dressing.

Shrimp Caesar Salad Recipe

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Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish

Roasted corn and chiles gives cumin-spiced salmon a kick in a southwestern-inspired dish, ready in about 40 minutes. Serve with a mixed green salad to round out the meal.

Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish Recipe

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Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

For an easy al fresco meal, head outdoors and fire up your grill to prepare this budget-friendly cut of meat. Serve with rosemary red potatoes and a fresh green salad to round out the meal.

Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak Recipe

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Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Jan Gautro, Laura Zapalowski

Make tonight taco night in less than 20 minutes with quick-cooking tilapia and an easy homemade slaw.

Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw Recipe

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Chicken Salad with Peaches

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

This simple, no-cook salad recipe features rip peaches and creamy goat cheese coated in a delicious vinaigrette. You can even use a store-bought rotisserie chicken to save more time in the kitchen.

Chicken Salad with Peaches Recipe

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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Cindy Barr

Trade the traditional enchilada sauce for a creamy, cheesy topping on this 40-minute Mexican chicken casserole. Your family will never know they're enjoying a lightened meal.
Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe

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Skillet Fillets with Cilantro Butter

Lemon zest, cilantro, and paprika perk up this quick and easy fish supper.

Skillet Fillets with Cilantro Butter Recipe

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Pork Chops with Carolina Rub

Randy Mayor

Punch up the flavor of grilled pork chops with an easy spice rub. Serve with simple sides for a menu ready in less than 30 minutes.
Pork Chops with Carolina Rub Recipe

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Grilled Scallop Salad

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Grill scallops and cucumber for tasty toppings on this summer salad.

Grilled Scallop Salad Recipe

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Chicken Tamale Casserole

Photo: Lee Harrelson

A simple cornbread base is the secret to getting a hearty (usually time-consuming) Mexican dish on the dinner table in no time. This Chicken Tamale casserole is a quick and easy swap for more traditional tamales - but just as delicious!

Chicken Tamale Casserole Recipe

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Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Mindy Shapiro Levine

Use the vegetables you have on-hand with chunks of protein-rich chicken for a 20-minute, family-friendly meal.

Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto Recipe

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Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies

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

Add pops of color to this 40-minute baked ziti with summer veggies like squash, zucchini, and tomato.

Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies Recipe

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Spicy Asian Noodles with Chicken

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Bring the flavor of your favorite takeout to the dinner table in just 30 minutes. Add sauteed snow peas to complete the meal.

Spicy Asian Noodles with Chicken Recipe

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Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo

Photo: Lee Harrelson; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Serve this easy but impressive meal with a green salad, garlic bread, and a crisp white wine.

Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo Recipe

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Classic Steak House Filet Mignon

Howard L. Puckett; Melanie J. Clarke

This 10-minute dish uses the perfect combination of seasonings to turn an ordinary steak dinner into a memorable meal.

Classic Steak House Filet Mignon Recipe

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Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta Vinaigrette

Lee Harrelson

Make a colorful dinner salad inspired by the Mediterranean in less than 30 minutes. Use part of the artichoke marinade in the vinaigrette to boost flavor and save time.

Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta Vinaigrette Recipe

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Double-Bean Burritos

Photo: Randy Mayor

Serve these colorful burritos with your favorite salsa for a Mexican meal the whole family will enjoy.

Double-Bean Burritos Recipe

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Buffy Hargett

All the flavors of a favorite casserole come together in the comfort of mac and cheese. Serve King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese to your family, and it will become a quick favorite.

King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese Recipe

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

Becky Luigart-Stayner; Fonda Shaia

A great way to use leftover chicken, this 20-minute dinner salad uses quick-cooking couscous and lots of brightly flavored herbs.

Chicken and Couscous Salad Recipe

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Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Cindy Barr

Make use of a budget-friendly cut of meat by marinating in a rich Asian marinade, which serves double-duty in this recipe.
Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak Recipe

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Thai-Style Stir-Fried Chicken

Randy Mayor

Enjoy this sweet and spicy one-pan meal in less than 40 minutes.

Thai-Style Stir-Fried Chicken Recipe

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Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish

Pan-Seared Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeño Relish

Randy Mayor; Melanie J. Clarke

Impress guests with a stylish tropical supper that cooks in just 20 minutes. Tangy, spicy and fruity, this inviting recipe belies its simple preparation. Serve over coconut rice accompanied by a crunchy salad.

Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish Recipe

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Spicy Sweet-and-Sour Pork

Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark

Serve a one-dish dinner loaded with fresh veggies, tender pork, and bold Asian-inspired flavor. A bed of coconut rice is an ideal accompaniment.

Spicy Sweet-and-Sour Pork Recipe

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Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing

Photo: Lee Harrelson

This recipe features a surprise ingredient—green grapes—that adds just the right amount of sweetness to the simple, two-step pasta dinner. Serve with pan-grilled asparagus.

Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing Recipe

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Fiesta Chicken Tacos

Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Add fresh fruits and vegetables to spicy chicken tacos for an inspired Mexican meal with the family.

Fiesta Chicken Tacos Recipe

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Broccoli and Rice Casseroles

Photo: John Autry; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

These perfectly-portioned, mini casseroles are ready to serve after just 20 minutes of cooking.

Broccoli and Rice Casseroles Recipe

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Chipotle-Rubbed Flank Steak

John Autry

Ready in 25 minutes and coming in at less than 300 calories, this spicy steak with Gorgonzola cheese sauce is a flavorful and filling meal.

Chipotle-Rubbed Flank Steak Recipe

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Fresh Tomato, Sausage, and Pecorino Pasta

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Grilled Chicken Breast with Salsa

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Barbecued Pork Chops

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Honey-Chipotle Barbecue Chicken Sandwiches

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Shrimp Caesar Salad

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Grilled Salmon with Roasted Corn Relish

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Grilled Balsamic Skirt Steak

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Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw

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Chicken Salad with Peaches

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Cheesy Chicken Enchiladas

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Skillet Fillets with Cilantro Butter

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Pork Chops with Carolina Rub

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Grilled Scallop Salad

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Chicken Tamale Casserole

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Chicken Kebabs with Creamy Pesto

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Baked Ziti and Summer Veggies

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Spicy Asian Noodles with Chicken

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Seared Scallops with Lemon Orzo

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Classic Steak House Filet Mignon

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Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Feta Vinaigrette

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Double-Bean Burritos

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King Ranch Chicken Mac and Cheese

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Chicken and Couscous Salad

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Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak

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Thai-Style Stir-Fried Chicken

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Salmon with Pineapple-Jalapeno Relish

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