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Dinner Tonight: May 2014

May 01, 2014
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Serve up easy, delicious dinners every night (in 45 minutes or less!) with these healthy, family-friendly recipes.
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Crispy Fish with Lemon-Dill Sauce

Credit: Photo: Raymond Hom; Styling: Pamela Duncan Silver

Panko is the secret ingredient that makes these oven-fried fish fillets a family favorite. For best results, use Alaskan cod, halibut, or even tilapia for this 30-minute fish supper.


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Honey-Brushed Chicken Thighs

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

One of the most popular Cooking Light chicken recipes of all time, these sweet and spicy broiled chicken thighs are flavored with chili powder, cumin, garlic and cider vinegar.


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Egg Salad BLTs

Got leftover eggs? Combine bacon and tomatoes with homemade egg salad for a quick, satisfying sandwich tonight.


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Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak

Credit: 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.
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Chicken Carne Asada Tacos with Pickled Onions

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie J. Clarke

Pickled onions, diced avocado, and crumbled Cotija cheese make delicious toppings for these fresh chicken tacos.


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Thai Red Curry Shrimp

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Leigh Ann Ross

Get restaurant-quality cuisine right in your own kitchen with this quick-cooking shrimp dish that is packed with delicious Thai flavors.


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Spicy Sweet-and-Sour Pork

Credit: 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.


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Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Feta

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

This stuffed chicken recipe is filled with Mediterranean flavors and pairs well with couscous.


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Pasta with Prosciutto and Spinach

Credit: Photo: Beau Gustafson; Styling: Jan Gautro

Dress up pasta night with a hearty bowl of fresh cheese tortellini tossed in a homemade sauce.


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Open-Faced Blackened Catfish Sandwiches

Credit: John Autry

This Cajun-inspired catfish sandwich is served open faced and topped with a creamy slaw packed with fresh cilantro.


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Moroccan Pita Sandwiches

Credit: Photo: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Upgrade sandwich night by serving these hearty mini burgers in pita pockets. Pair with a small salad for a light, simple dinner in minutes.


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Soy Citrus Scallops with Soba Noodles

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Entertain dinner guests with a flavorful scallop supper served on a bed of tender noodles and steamed peas.
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Parmesan Polenta and Spicy Sausage Sauce

Credit: 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.
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Avocado Chicken Salad

Credit: Photo: José Picayo

Salsa, avocado, and cilantro give this chicken salad its addictive, south-of-the-border flavors. Serve over greens of your choice for a light and fresh dinner.


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Salmon with Hoisin Glaze

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Melanie Clark

This five-ingredient salmon recipe requires just over 15 minutes to prepare and is guaranteed to please friends and family. Serve with garlicky-spicy snow peas on the side.


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Pan-Grilled Flank Steak

Credit: Photo: Johnny Autry; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Serve pan-grilled flank steak with a soy-mustard sauce for a flavorful and budget-friendly steak supper.


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Tex-Mex Calzones

Credit: Photo: Randy Mayor; Styling: Jan Gautro

Spice up sandwich night with this Tex-Mex inspired favorite packed with ground turkey, fresh veggies, and spicy salsa.


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Chicken-Peanut Chow Mein

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Asian ingredients like sesame oil, soy sauce, and ginger boost the flavor in this 20-minute stir-fry. Chow mein noodles are often labeled chuka soba. If you can't find them in the Asian section of the supermarket, substitute spaghetti or linguine.


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Smoky Pan-Grilled Pork Chops

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr
Rain or shine, get the flavor of grilled pork chops with smoky seasonings such as hot smoked paprika and toasted cumin seeds.
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Eggplant and Goat Cheese Sandwiches

Credit: Photo: Kana Okada; Styling: Sara Quessenberry
Transform sandwich night with this hearty veggie-laden stacker. You can peel the eggplant, but the sandwiches are prettier with the deep-purple skin intact
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Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing

Credit: 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.

   
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Pan-Fried Shrimp

Serve a lighter version of fried shrimp with a creamy Creole dipping sauce. Fresh, seasonal veggies make the perfect accompaniment for this 15-minute dinner.
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Grilled Pork Chops

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Cover this quick and easy grilled pork recipe with a tasty salsa that uses summer's freshest fruits and flavors to round out the meal.


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Mediterranean Turkey Burgers

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Serve a light and fresh turkey burger flavored with pesto and feta cheese for dinner tonight.
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Chicken Cacciatore

Credit: Photo: Becky Luigart-Stayner; Styling: Rose Nguyen
The rich flavors of fresh vegetables, herbs, and red wine give this Italian recipe maximum taste with minimum calories.
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Southwest Salsa Burgers

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Spice up your Memorial Day dinner with a burger that features chipotle chiles and fresh salsa.
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Halibut with Olive and Bell Pepper Couscous

Credit: Photo: Iain Bagwell; Styling: Mary Clayton Carl

Briny kalamata olives add a salty punch to Halibut with Olive and Bell Pepper Couscous. This one-dish dinner will be a favorite, especially since it's table-ready in 30 minutes.


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Farfalle with Tomatoes, Onions, and Spinach

Credit: Photo: John Autry; Styling: Cindy Barr

Give your family a taste of the Mediterranean with this simple pasta recipe. Add grilled chicken for an even heartier meal.


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Fiesta Chicken Tacos

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


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Shrimp Korma and Basmati Rice

Credit: John Autry

Whip up this spicy and flavorful Indian shrimp korma in just 30 minutes. Top the dish with a spoonful of thick, tangy Greek-style yogurt to counter the heat. And did we mention it's only 300 calories?


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Huevos Rancheros with Queso Fresco

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Traditionally served for breakfast, this dish piles tortillas with hearty beans, eggs, and cheese for a deliciously different dinner.


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1 of 31 Crispy Fish with Lemon-Dill Sauce
2 of 31 Honey-Brushed Chicken Thighs
3 of 31 Egg Salad BLTs
4 of 31 Maple and Soy-Glazed Flank Steak
5 of 31 Chicken Carne Asada Tacos with Pickled Onions
6 of 31 Thai Red Curry Shrimp
7 of 31 Spicy Sweet-and-Sour Pork
8 of 31 Chicken Stuffed with Spinach and Feta
9 of 31 Pasta with Prosciutto and Spinach
10 of 31 Open-Faced Blackened Catfish Sandwiches
11 of 31 Moroccan Pita Sandwiches
12 of 31 Soy Citrus Scallops with Soba Noodles
13 of 31 Parmesan Polenta and Spicy Sausage Sauce
14 of 31 Avocado Chicken Salad
15 of 31 Salmon with Hoisin Glaze
16 of 31 Pan-Grilled Flank Steak
17 of 31 Tex-Mex Calzones
18 of 31 Chicken-Peanut Chow Mein
19 of 31 Smoky Pan-Grilled Pork Chops
20 of 31 Eggplant and Goat Cheese Sandwiches
21 of 31 Bow Ties with Tomatoes, Feta, and Balsamic Dressing
22 of 31 Pan-Fried Shrimp
23 of 31 Grilled Pork Chops
24 of 31 Mediterranean Turkey Burgers
25 of 31 Chicken Cacciatore
26 of 31 Southwest Salsa Burgers
27 of 31 Halibut with Olive and Bell Pepper Couscous
28 of 31 Farfalle with Tomatoes, Onions, and Spinach
29 of 31 Fiesta Chicken Tacos
30 of 31 Shrimp Korma and Basmati Rice