Here are 15 of our favorite dinner recipes. Use this post to help you plan out your weekly and/or monthly meal plan. We’ve got you covered!
One of my favorite days of the week is grocery shopping. Does anyone else find it oddly therapeutic to browse the isles and get what you need? I love going in with my list of items and coming home and restocking our fridge with fresh ingredients. Although, before grocery shopping day, there is a moment of meal planning.
Since my husband and I have gotten married, I have planned our meals out for the week. It has helped me so much. I do my meal thinking once a week and the other days I simply make the meal. I am not spending my mornings trying to decide what to have for dinner, the decision is already made for me. It is a relieving feeling.
If you don’t meal plan, I encourage you to do so. I noticed two big things that came from meal planning. One was a lower grocery bill. I wasn’t over-consuming because I have a meal list to stick to. I walked into the grocery store knowing what I needed. I also noticed that I was throwing away less food. We have little to no waste in our fridge because everything has its use into a meal.
Blog posts that pick out your meals for you is even better than having to come up with ideas! I search Pinterest for too long trying to find ideas for dinner for the week ahead. So, here are 15 dinner recipes for the days ahead. No need to browse, it is all right here! Be sure to save this post so you can come back to it again for more dinner recipes.
15 Dinner Recipes
Oven Baked Sourdough Fried Chicken
This oven baked sourdough fried chicken is simple, crispy, and very tasty. A quick meal that will end up being a fan favorite. My husband raved over this meal when it was made so that is how you know it is a winner! You may even have all the ingredients in your home already to make this simple meal.
Salmon Patties with A Homemade Sauce
Salmon patties were a favorite of mine that my mom made for us growing up. These homemade salmon patties are made with canned salmon and are so easy to bring together. Pair it with our homemade sauce to give it extra flavor.
Homemade Burger Patties
If all else fails, I know I can count on burgers to satisfy everyone in the home. They are simple to make, so juicy, and have endless options for toppings. Who doesn’t love a good juicy burger? Pair these homemade burger patties with our homemade sourdough buns for a delicious dinner.
Roasted Butternut Squash Tortellini With Sausage and Kale
Roasted butternut squash tortellini with sausage and kale is so refreshing yet filling and full of delicious flavor. This is a great seasonal meal made with fresh ingredients.
Italian Wedding Soup In The Crockpot
We all have those days where we need to come home to a meal that is ready instead of come home and have to prepare a meal. This Italian wedding soup is perfect for those days! Put everything in the crockpot and dinner is solved.
Baked Caprese Stuffed Chicken
Talk about a meal made with fresh ingredients! This caprese stuffed chicken is simple, delicious, and so yummy. Simply made with mozzarella cheese, fresh tomatoes, basil, and balsamic glaze. The perfect combination of flavors.
Feta Chicken Pasta with Pesto
I don’t know about you but my garden is overflowing with basil right now. I have more than I know what to do with. This feta chicken pasta with pesto will use up all that basil and is a refreshing summer dish.
Homemade Egg Salad Sandwich
An egg salad sandwich is one of those meals that you make when you feel like you have nothing in your fridge to feed your family. Although, every time you make it you think, “why don’t I make this more often?” It is creamy, delicious, and full of protein!
Baked Cherry Chicken
Fresh cherries are in season so it is the perfect time to make this baked cherry chicken. A perfect combination of sweet and savory flavors. A light and delicious dish!
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
Another delicious slow cooker meal to make in the morning and have ready at the end of the day. These French dip sandwiches are tender, juicy, and warm. A sandwich for dinner in the summer is just the way to go!
Chicken Caesar Wrap
If you are looking for a very light, refreshing, healthy, yet delicious dinner, this one is for you! These chicken Caesar wraps are a Caesar salad wrapped cozy with our homemade dressing.
Shrimp Spring Rolls With Peanut Sauce
My husband and I love these shrimp spring rolls when we need a light, healthy, and delicious meal. They are made with all of your favorite veggies as well as rice noodles.
Greek Yogurt Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Sometimes the best meals are the simplest. The ones you wouldn’t usually think of to make for dinner. This Greek yogurt chicken salad sandwich recipe is just that. Although don’t underestimate its flavor.
Pesto Prosciutto Panini
Another great way to use up all that basil that is in your garden. These pesto prosciutto paninis are full of delicious flavor combinations. A cold and refreshing sandwich.
Spring Roll in A Bowl
Think of our homemade shrimp spring rolls but without the rice paper. This spring roll in a bowl is a simple, light, and delicious recipe. A great option for those warmer weather days when you need something refreshing!
Tried Any of These Recipes?
If you tried to make any of these recipes for dinner, we would love to hear about it! Leave us a comment down below telling us all about it. Don’t forget to save this post to come back for more dinner recipe inspiration.
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