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Easy dinner

I love to eat tasty food, but do not like to spend a lot of time in prepping & cooking. The following recipes are tasty, and quick and easy to prepare.

(63 Recipes) Created by DINAISPO

Recipes in this Collection

Very Good 4.3/5

A recipe that is full of great taste and loaded with potassium.

Submitted by CHATTYCATHY2

Carbs: 55.3g | Fat: 4.2g | Fiber: 13.3g | Protein: 32.1g | Calories: 370.2
Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
Very Good 4.2/5

This sweet and spicy soup is a staple of Thai takeout. Chef Meg recreated it for a fraction of the cost and sodium!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.4g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 141.5
Not Fried Rice
Very Good 4.1/5

This is my alternative to fried rice which uses no oil!

Submitted by RYDIAEMERALD

Carbs: 35.3g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 7.9g | Calories: 199
Pan-Seared Tuna with Olive-Wine Sauce
Very Good 4.1/5

An elegant entree of tuna, bathed in an herb-infused white wine sauce, served on a bed of couscous.

Carbs: 21.5g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 28.9g | Calories: 298.8
Baked Chicken with Garlic and Sun Dried Tomatoes
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: To make a gravy, just use Zatarins Roux and make according to directions. Stock is used, rather than broth, as stock is generally salt free. This dish would be great over rice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 12.5g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 28.9g | Calories: 238.4
Very Good 4.0/5

A terrific dish when served over a bed of brown rice.

Submitted by SERRA55

Carbs: 10.3g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 22.9g | Calories: 207.6
Scallops in white wine sauce with whole wheat linguine
Very Good 4.5/5

This is a quick & easy recipe that tastes great!

Submitted by CARLASKIS

Carbs: 47.3g | Fat: 9.3g | Fiber: 6.9g | Protein: 14.5g | Calories: 341
Honey Mustard Roasted Chicken
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: This recipe could also go in the slow cooker. Place the vegies in first, then quarter the chicken and place on top of the veggies. Cook all day, then an hour before dinner place the honey mustard sauce on top and continue to cook.

Carbs: 39.4g | Fat: 8.9g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 30.5g | Calories: 356.7
Curried Mango Pork Chops
Very Good 4.3/5

These sautéed pork chops with a curried pan sauce make a quick weeknight dinner.

Carbs: 19.9g | Fat: 11.1g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 24.6g | Calories: 274.6
Black Bean Chicken
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: A variation of recipe is to use one can of black beans and one can of corn. For less sodium you may drain and rinse both, but then you should add one cup of vegetable or chicken. Also, you may want to add a tsp. of cumin and juice from a half lime for a more authentic South of the Border flavor.

Submitted by LOSER1231

Carbs: 40g | Fat: 1.9g | Fiber: 13g | Protein: 30.8g | Calories: 298.9
Twenty Minute Chicken Parmesan
Very Good 4.5/5

A low-fat and easy to prepare version of this favorite chicken entree.

Carbs: 20.8g | Fat: 13.8g | Fiber: 2.5g | Protein: 36.7g | Calories: 362.3
Chicken Satay with Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: Hint: Freeze the leftover coconut milk in ice trays. Once it freezes then place cubes in freezer baggies to use for future recipes. One cube is approximately one Tbsp.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 10.9g | Fiber: 3.7g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 237.3
Taco Seasoning
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: This is a make your own taco seasoning without the added salt.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 6.2g | Fat: 2.1g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 1.5g | Calories: 38.1
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: This may be slow cooked, by all ingredients together in the cooker. Set on low, and should be ready within four hours time.

Submitted by RHG2525

Carbs: 21.3g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 16.3g | Calories: 191.4
Skillet white beans, spinach & tomatoes over Linguine
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: A quick dinner that is guest worthy.

Submitted by TWINMOM143

Carbs: 55.4g | Fat: 5g | Fiber: 7.2g | Protein: 13.4g | Calories: 318.7
Very Good 4.5/5

Step aside, Manwich! You've got nothing on these babies! *I typically use brown sugar instead of regular sugar, and I buy as lean of beef as I can find. My fiance won't eat anyone else's Sloppy Joes after he tried these! Also, these are really large servings, you could easily cut this in half for a smaller portion with fewer calories...

Submitted by ALICIABH

Carbs: 21.4g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 23.8g | Calories: 261.3
Caribbean Chicken
Very Good 4.1/5

Cookbook creator says: Suggestion: substitute one plantain for the banana & use just one cup of pineapple tidbits. Also, for more kick use either jerk seasoning or red pepper flakes or combination of both.

Carbs: 34.9g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 3.2g | Protein: 6g | Calories: 186.6
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Red Hot Fusilli
Very Good 4.2/5

This lively low-saturated fat pasta dish contains lots of tomatoes and herbs and very little oil.

Carbs: 30.2g | Fat: 6.3g | Fiber: 2g | Protein: 33.3g | Calories: 311.7
Island Chicken with Pineapple Salsa
Very Good 4.5/5

Fruit is often a back-up ingredient or side dish at dinnertime, but it gets a co-starring role in this meal.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 33.8g | Fat: 3.3g | Fiber: 3.5g | Protein: 27.6g | Calories: 263.8
Chicken Escondido
Very Good 4.3/5

Quick and easy chicken dish that looks and tastes like you went to a lot of work.

Submitted by CARPROTH

Carbs: 32.7g | Fat: 9.1g | Fiber: 10.2g | Protein: 36.2g | Calories: 352.9
RS Cuban Black Beans and Rice
Very Good 4.3/5

from Real Simple Magazine; I took out the radishes and used dried cilantro instead of fresh at the simmer point.

Submitted by GOCARTS

Carbs: 42.8g | Fat: 4.7g | Fiber: 11.4g | Protein: 11.6g | Calories: 252.9
Very Good 4.0/5

Submitted by STRIPPERGLITTER

Carbs: 27.2g | Fat: 0.4g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 7g | Calories: 157
15 Minute Chili
Very Good 4.1/5

Cookbook creator says: To blend the flavors, another option would be to layer all ingredients in the crock pot to simmer for five hours.

Carbs: 32.3g | Fat: 13.3g | Fiber: 10.1g | Protein: 31.3g | Calories: 370.8
Salmon Cakes
Incredible! 5.0/5

While a salmon burger at a restaurant can cost more than $10 each, you can make four for less than that amount!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 44.2g | Fat: 13.2g | Fiber: 5.8g | Protein: 31.1g | Calories: 399.5
Grilled Salmon with Herbs
Very Good 4.3/5

You've barbecued ribs and you've barbecued chicken. Now it's time to try some seafood!

Carbs: 0.4g | Fat: 9.5g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 29g | Calories: 210.2
Chicken & Asparagus Pasta
Very Good 4.1/5

A quick and easy pasta dish perfect for any night of the week.

Submitted by LILYANN2

Carbs: 25.4g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 4.7g | Protein: 14.3g | Calories: 207.6
Very Good 4.2/5

Cookbook creator says: all canned fish may easily be made into fish cakes using this recipe. Refrigerating for a 1/2 hour is a good tip, because the ingredients hang together better when cooking. One may substitute with Zatarains Creole seasoning for Old Bay. It is unnecessary to either use flour or to add mayonnaise.

Submitted by JCOOKSON

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 13.2g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 26.2g | Calories: 282.2
Lemon Garlic Tilapia
Very Good 4.4/5

I don't like fish much, but I love this recipe! I think the sauce can be used with other fish/seafood.

Submitted by JENNAGUERRA

Carbs: 1.8g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 18.2g | Calories: 128.5
Whole Wheat Pasta with Sesame Peanut Sauce
Good 3.6/5

Cookbook creator says: add chicken for a complete meal

Submitted by BCJL13

Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 5.9g | Fiber: 7g | Protein: 9.4g | Calories: 239.9
Sesame Chicken and Vegetable Stir Fry
Very Good 4.3/5

Start on your way toward eating five servings of fruits and vegetables a day with this delicious stir-fry, flavored with traditional Chinese spices and a touch of sesame oil. The combination of broccoli and red peppers contributes over 100% of the daily requirement of vitamin C.

Submitted by ORANGECOWCAT

Carbs: 50.5g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 7.5g | Protein: 33.1g | Calories: 388.4
Skillet Lasagna
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: any pasta may be used. I used elbow macaroni.

Submitted by VEGGIEKITTY

Carbs: 33.3g | Fat: 10.6g | Fiber: 4.9g | Protein: 27.2g | Calories: 336.5
BBQ Steak Wrap
Very Good 4.0/5

Kid friendly and easily exhanged ingredients will make this no hassle dish a sure pleaser!

Submitted by FORMERFATTY

Carbs: 47.1g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 9.7g | Protein: 22.9g | Calories: 340
Slow Cooker Marinara Chicken and Vegetables
Very Good 4.2/5

Chef Meg made over a versatile member recipe by adding extra vegetables and reducing the sodium. Serve with a side salad or over whole wheat pasta or brown rice.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 7.9g | Fat: 3.6g | Fiber: 1.8g | Protein: 27g | Calories: 175.9
Breaded Chicken Parmesan
Very Good 4.4/5

The same great taste of the Italian favorite, but this one is good for you!

Submitted by CONNIE563

Carbs: 13.6g | Fat: 4.5g | Fiber: 0.9g | Protein: 17.2g | Calories: 166.8
Chicken and Creamy Curry Wrap
Good 3.9/5

Chicken and a savory sauce wrapped up.

Submitted by *SPARKLEMAMA*

Carbs: 20.5g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 11.1g | Protein: 32.7g | Calories: 287.2
Chicken Oregano with Sweet Peppers
Very Good 4.2/5

Serve this on top of a bed of brown rice.

Carbs: 14.6g | Fat: 2.8g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 41.6g | Calories: 260.9
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: Great next day recipe, from left over sticky chicken recipe or roasted chicken.

Submitted by LMEK_MARYLAND

Carbs: 34.5g | Fat: 5.4g | Fiber: 5.2g | Protein: 28.4g | Calories: 302.5
Very Good 4.6/5

Great alternative to stuffed peppers.

Submitted by STRIVE4BALANCE

Carbs: 26.3g | Fat: 4.3g | Fiber: 3.8g | Protein: 5.6g | Calories: 153.7
Very Good 4.2/5

Using brown rice will give you lasting energy.

Carbs: 23.5g | Fat: 3.1g | Fiber: 3g | Protein: 4.5g | Calories: 137.5
Cilantro-Lime Tilapia
Very Good 4.2/5

Light & luscious, just right for your appetite.

Submitted by LOVE2COOK

Carbs: 8.2g | Fat: 8.2g | Fiber: 2.8g | Protein: 27.8g | Calories: 207.6
Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Very Good 4.1/5

Cookbook creator says: Great served over rice. Add rice for a terrific meal.

Submitted by LYZ219

Carbs: 15.8g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 36.9g | Calories: 284.2
Linguine with Spicy Shrimp Sauce
Very Good 4.4/5

Cookbook creator says: I would reduce the amount of oil by a Tablespoon.

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 48.3g | Fat: 13.8g | Fiber: 7.4g | Protein: 24.7g | Calories: 393.5
Very Good 4.2/5

This is a simple, quick, and healthy 1 pot recipe I threw together with what I had in the fridge. It is actually really tasty and I'm sure I'll make it again.

Submitted by COLORADOJESSI

Carbs: 29.4g | Fat: 6.2g | Fiber: 4.4g | Protein: 20.1g | Calories: 216.6
Very Good 4.6/5

Cookbook creator says: May substitute crushed tomatoes for the ketchup. I used ground turkey instead of beef and served on macaroni.

Submitted by SEABEACON8

Carbs: 15.5g | Fat: 6.1g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 35.2g | Calories: 278.8
Garlic Brown Sugar Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

This is a delicious chicken recipe that my family loves

Submitted by ALECSANDRA

Carbs: 4.3g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.5g | Calories: 165.6
Maple Pecan Chicken
Very Good 4.1/5

A sweet and crunchy taste for this terrific chicken dish.

Submitted by HEATHER121

Carbs: 13g | Fat: 7.4g | Fiber: 1.1g | Protein: 18.9g | Calories: 192.4
Slow Cooker Lasagna
Very Good 4.2/5

What a great dish for one of those nights when your kids have a late soccer game! Brown the meat, layer in the ingredients, set your slow cooker on low, and go! From "The SparkPeople Cookbook: Love Your Food, Lose the Weight."

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 18g | Fat: 10.2g | Fiber: 1.6g | Protein: 24.8g | Calories: 271
Broiled Tilapia Parmesan
Very Good 4.7/5

Delicious and quick, this recipe is a great way to get more fish into your healthy meal plan!

Submitted by RACHIELOO

Carbs: 0.5g | Fat: 12.8g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.6g | Calories: 194.5
Garden Vegetable Frittata
Very Good 4.3/5

A lovely egg dish that highlights all the flavors of late spring. This dish can be made ahead of time and served room temperature. Perfect for brunch or even a light lunch!

Submitted by RICKIEBETH

Carbs: 7.6g | Fat: 9g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 10.5g | Calories: 148.8
Very Good 4.3/5

Cookbook creator says: Serve recipe with rice, couscous, or pasta. Use 3 oz. of shrimp per person

Submitted by VANILLAKISS555

Carbs: 9.3g | Fat: 9.6g | Fiber: 3.4g | Protein: 19.8g | Calories: 195.9
Very Good 4.7/5

My family loves this recipe

Submitted by WEIRDEYES

Carbs: 13.9g | Fat: 13.4g | Fiber: 1.9g | Protein: 18g | Calories: 249.7
Incredible! 5.0/5

Cookbook creator says: pair this with french fries and corn on cob. Yumluscious!

Submitted by MARYTAZ

Carbs: 2.7g | Fat: 15.9g | Fiber: 0.3g | Protein: 34.9g | Calories: 301.1
Very Good 4.6/5

Cookbook creator says: great with frozen fries that may cook with the chops and tossed salad

Submitted by MOM-OF3

Carbs: 25.7g | Fat: 7.3g | Fiber: 0g | Protein: 19.2g | Calories: 260.3
Crustless Spinach, Onion and Feta Quiche
Very Good 4.5/5

Cookbook creator says: If no egg beaters, then may substitute with 4 eggs.

Submitted by JENNLOVE

Carbs: 13.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Fiber: 2.2g | Protein: 10.1g | Calories: 132.9
Very Good 4.7/5

modified from allrecipes.com, 2 WW points/serving

Submitted by LEKSIPATSY

Carbs: 6.1g | Fat: 2.9g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 15.9g | Calories: 103.1
Sesame Chicken
Very Good 4.4/5

A slimmed-down version of sesame chicken from PF Chang's and other Chinese restaurants.

Submitted by PISCESWOMAN87

Carbs: 7g | Fat: 17.5g | Fiber: 1.2g | Protein: 28.3g | Calories: 298.8
Very Good 4.5/5

One dish meal just add a veggie.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 49.9g | Fat: 6.6g | Fiber: 1.7g | Protein: 32.3g | Calories: 399.9
Three-Cheese Macaroni from 'The SparkPeople Cookbook'
Very Good 4.1/5

Cheesy, rich, delicious--just what you expect in macaroni and cheese. What you won't expect? 2/3 the fat and half the calories of the original!

Submitted by CHEF_MEG

Carbs: 39.5g | Fat: 7.9g | Fiber: 4.1g | Protein: 12.6g | Calories: 259.6
Very Good 4.7/5

This recipe is so easy. The roast falls off the bone and is so tender. Served with steamed veggies, it makes as excellent entree for dinner. It also is very good to freeze. I can't take all the credit for this recipe, my sister made it for me when I visited her once.

Submitted by PEACHZ3673

Carbs: 2.2g | Fat: 20.6g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 30.8g | Calories: 326
Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Pork Roast
Very Good 4.7/5

A very easy way to make pulled pork in the slow cooker. This is a tangy BBQ type sauce.

Submitted by SLCOLMAN

Carbs: 11.7g | Fat: 11.9g | Fiber: 0.7g | Protein: 32.4g | Calories: 298.2
World's Best (and easiest) Salmon
Very Good 4.5/5

I usually go for the more complicated recipes, assuming that the more ingredients and preparation steps, the better. This recipe has changed the way I look at simplicity when it comes to cooking. Fancy spices be darned--this is the only way I'll cook salmon any more!

Submitted by VRAKLIS

Carbs: 14.9g | Fat: 7g | Fiber: 0.2g | Protein: 22.7g | Calories: 216.8
Meg's Pan-Fried Chicken
Very Good 4.3/5

You will think you are dining in a screened in-porch with the colonel as your host when you bite into this pan-fried chicken.

Submitted by SPARKSOLUTION

Carbs: 4.7g | Fat: 5.5g | Fiber: 1g | Protein: 27.5g | Calories: 183.1
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