21 Easy Chicken Dinners You'll Want to Make This Summer

Close You just need 20 minutes of active time in the kitchen to whip up these simple summer meals. Packed with seasonal ingredients like zucchini, tomato, peach, melon and corn, these chicken dinners are full of unbelievably fresh flavor. Recipes like our Pesto Chicken Quinoa Bowls and Grilled Peach & Brie Smothered Chicken are easy, healthy ways to make the most of the chicken and veggies in your fridge. 01of 21Pesto Chicken Quinoa BowlsView RecipeThis pesto chicken quinoa bowl is packed with herbs from the basil pesto and the Italian spice mix and gets a slight kick of heat from the red pepper....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 2071 words · Tina Clements

21 Easy Diabetes-Friendly Dessert Recipes

Close From warm cookies and cake to refreshing frozen treats, these desserts will satisfy any sweet tooth. With only three steps or less, having a balanced and flavorful homemade dessert has never been so easy. Plus, with complex carbs like whole-wheat flour and oats, fiber-rich nuts and seeds and low counts of saturated fats and sodium, these recipes fit well within a diabetes-friendly eating pattern. Recipes like our Apple Crumble with Oats and Peanut Butter Swirl Chocolate Brownies are equally easy and delicious....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1737 words · Rebecca Lewis PhD

21 Easy Dinner Recipes to Help Lower Cholesterol

Close Your cholesterol levels can have a notable impact on your heart health. Factors like genetics and diet can causehigh levels of low-density lipoproteins (LDL)—sometimes called “bad cholesterol”—to build up as plaque in your arteries. Luckily, these easy recipes arelower in saturated fat and high in fiber, which can help you support healthy cholesterol levels. Recipes like our Braised Chicken with Mushrooms & Leeks and Easy Pea & Spinach Carbonara are delicious ways to help keep your heart healthy....

January 18, 2025 · 8 min · 1697 words · Lisa Golden

21 Easy Ground Beef Dinners That Are Perfect for Weeknights

Close Photo: Photography / Jennifer Causey, Styling / Ali Ramee / Audrey Davis Put the pack of ground beef in your fridge to delicious use with these weeknight-friendly dinners. With just 30 minutes of active time in the kitchen, you can whip up a cheesy, veggie-filled casserole or a batch of savory stuffed peppers. Or, keep it classic with a burger and fries or a batch of spicy taco soup. Whatever you choose, you’re in for something healthy and tasty....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1768 words · Donna Ross

21 Easy High-Protein Dinners for Winter in Three Steps or Less

Close If you’ve noticed yourappetite increasingas the winter weather settles in, you’re not alone. It turns out that many people feel hungrier during the winter, most likely because our bodies use more energy to keep us warm. Fortunately, adding extra protein to your meals can help keep you satisfied.That’s where these recipes come in handy—not only are they easy to make, but each containsat least 15 grams protein per serving. Whether you’re in the mood for a mouthwatering one-pot meal like our Cheesy One-Pot Chicken-Broccoli Orzo or a comforting bowl of Chicken Fajita Soup, these recipes are a breeze to whip up in just three simple steps (or less!...

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2335 words · Anthony Lee

21 Easy High-Protein Vegetarian Lunches in 15 Minutes

Close Photo:Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall , Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Enjoy one of these easy and satisfying vegetarian dishes for lunch this week. In 15 minutes or less, you can have a nourishing grain bowl, sandwich, noodle cup and more ready to eat or pack for later. Plus, each meal offers at least15 grams of proteinper serving fromvegetarian foodslike eggs, dairy, legumes, tofu and whole grains, helping to supporthealthy digestion, muscle recovery and feeling full for longer....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 1939 words · Jennifer Lara

21 Easy Lunch Ideas That Can Help Support Your Brain

Close These lunch ideas can be enjoyed any day of the week. From salads and lettuce wraps to sandwiches and soups, these meals are easy to prep and pack. Plus, these lunches are packed with ingredients like eggs, beets, beans and fish, all of which can help supporthealthy cognitive function. Recipes like our Meal-Prep Turkey Cobb Salad and Black Bean-Quinoa Bowl are healthy and tasty choices for a midday meal....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1859 words · Daniel Aguirre

21 Easy Lunch Recipes You Can Prep the Night Before

Close For busy weeks, we’ve rounded up filling and nutritious make-ahead lunches. Prepping food the night before can be a helpful way to have a healthy meal ready even when your schedule is full during the day. In just three steps or less, recipes like our Teriyaki Tofu Rice Bowl and Loaded Chicken Quinoa Salad will help you stay fueled and feeling your best even when your calendar is full....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1732 words · Jennifer Larson

21 Easy Pasta Dishes That Are Perfect for Sunday Dinner

Close These easy pasta recipes require 15 minutes of active cooking time or less, so you can enjoy the weekend however you like. There’s something for every palate in this mix of vegetarian dishes, garlicky shrimp dinners and cheesy mains. Serve up recipes like our Linguine with Lemon Alfredo Shrimp and Egg Drop Soup with Instant Noodles, Spinach & Scallions for a delicious dinner that will wow everyone at the table....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1716 words · Stephanie Banks

21 Easy Salads for Lunch

Close Photo: Photography / Jennifer Causey, Styling / Ali Ramee / Audrey Davis Try one of our easy salad ideas for lunch that whips together in only 15 minutes of active time. All of them rely on store-bought hacks or everyday pantry staples, which helps cut down on the prep time. Whether you’re in the mood for a midday chicken salad, a big-batch meal-prep salad or a zhuzhed-up salad kit from the store, there’s something for you in this mix of satisfying salads....

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2162 words · Kelli Lawson

21 Easy Slow-Cooker Recipes You'll Want to Make This Game Day

Close Each of these recipes requires 30 minutes of prep time or less, so you can toss your ingredients into the slow cooker and enjoy the pregame festivities. Whether you’re feeding a crowd or just a small group, this mix of tacos, soups and dips are sure to please any crowd. Recipes like our Slow-Cooker Shrimp Posole Tacos and Slow-Cooker Potato Soup Four Ways are healthy, customizable dishes that will help you get your game face on....

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2290 words · Jeremy Stephens

21 Easy Spring Lunches to Pack for Work

Close Photo: Photographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth Blackburn With just 20 minutes of active time in the kitchen, you can pull together any one of these simple and packable spring lunch ideas. These healthy, tasty recipes include delicious spring produce, like spinach, avocado and asparagus, so you can get in your veggies and enjoy something fresh and flavorful. Recipes like our Mashed Chickpea Salad with Dill & Capers and Cucumber Sandwich are perfect for a light and satisfying lunch break....

January 18, 2025 · 11 min · 2176 words · Lori Reyes

21 Easy Three-Step Dinner Recipes for Weight Loss

Close These easy dinners were made to help you meet your nutritional goals. Each serving of these recipes has575 caloriesor less and offers at least6 grams of fiberto help you feel more full and stay satisfied for longer, which can be helpful for weight loss if that is your goal. Plus, they come together in just three steps or less to help save you time in the kitchen. Dishes like our One-Pot Tomato Basil Pasta and Chicken Tinga Tostadas are nutritious, flavorful and easy to make for a healthy evening meal....

January 18, 2025 · 9 min · 1890 words · Hannah Buck

21 Easy, Breezy Cocktails You'll Want to Drink All Summer Long

Close 01of 21Pomegranate MargaritasView RecipeWho says margaritas are just for summer? This pomegranate twist on a cocktail favorite is good all year long—elegant enough for the holidays and fun enough for an outdoor barbecue. 01of 21 Pomegranate Margaritas View Recipe Who says margaritas are just for summer? This pomegranate twist on a cocktail favorite is good all year long—elegant enough for the holidays and fun enough for an outdoor barbecue....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 1961 words · David Brown

21 Easy, Comforting Recipes for Sick Days

Close Photo: Photographer /Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall It can be hard to find the motivation to cook when you’re feeling under the weather, but these comforting recipes will make it worth it. Packed with nutrients like protein, vitamins A, C, E and zinc, these dishes can promote healthy immune function when you need it most. Plus, each meal only takes one pot or pan to make, so you can focus on relaxing after minimal cleanup....

January 18, 2025 · 10 min · 1966 words · Dr. Tasha Jones