Best 4 No Time To Cook Main Dish Recipes
When life gets hectic and time is of the essence, preparing a delicious and nutritious main dish can seem like an insurmountable task. The key to creating a no-time-to-cook main dish is to utilize simple ingredients, efficient cooking methods, and clever shortcuts. This article will provide you with several time-saving strategies and easy-to-follow recipes that will allow you to whip up a flavorful and satisfying meal in no time. From quick skillet meals to one-pot wonders, and even no-cook options, we have gathered a collection of recipes that cater to various dietary preferences and cooking skill levels. So, get ready to say goodbye to takeout and hello to a world of quick and easy main dishes that will nourish your body and soul, leaving you with more time to focus on the things that truly matter.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
THE BEST CHICKEN CAPRESE RECIPE
With store-bought pesto, cherry tomatoes, leafy basil, and thick sliced fresh mozzarella, you can make this chicken caprese, skillet dinner in under 30 minutes.
Provided by Heidi
Categories Main Course
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400° F.
- Use a thin, sharp knife to slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise. Season both sides with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Heat a large oven-proof skillet over medium high heat with the olive oil and butter. Once the butter has melted into the olive oil, add the chicken breasts to the pan, being careful not to crowd. Cook on each side until lightly browned and easily release from the pan, about 3-4 minutes each.
- Slather the tops of each chicken breast with the basil pesto, about 1-2 tablespoons per chicken breast. Top each chicken breast with a slice of mozzarella and a few slices of tomato. Transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165° F. Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232 kcal, Carbohydrate 5 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 84 mg, Sodium 262 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving
NO-TIME-TO-COOK MAIN DISH
A very easy recipe for cube steak that takes little prep and almost no supervision. The gravy is great over noodles, mashed potatoes, or even just ladled over baked potatoes. This is a favorite comfort meal for my hubby.
Provided by Ms B.
Categories Meat
Time 1h15m
Yield 5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Season cube steaks with seasoned salt and pepper; place in a 9x13 baking dish.
- Layer sliced onions and mushrooms over the steaks.
- Combine soup and water; pour over steak, onions and mushrooms in baking dish.
- Cover with foil and bake at 375F for 45 minutes, uncover and bake 15 more minutes.
- Note: Time may be more or less depending on the thickness of the cube steak.
SHEET-PAN KIMCHI FRIED RICE
Kimchi fried rice doesn't need a weeknight makeover - it's already so easy. But this oven method maximizes the surface area of the dish by using a sheet pan, increasing the potential for that coveted nurungji, or scorched rice. By baking this dish, you can start with fresh rice (no need for day-old), as the dry oven heat draws out the moisture from the moist grains and turns them crispy-chewy, plus the only active cooking required here is stirring together the ingredients. The oven handles the rest, which means no actual stir-frying. Eggs cracked on top, gently baked to silky perfection, are a necessary finish, as the runny yolks sauce the gochugaru-stained rice.
Provided by Eric Kim
Categories dinner, grains and rice, main course, side dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place the rice in a sieve and rinse it under cold running water, shaking constantly, just a few seconds. Add the rinsed rice and 2 cups cold water to a rice cooker or medium pot and soak for 10 minutes. If using a rice cooker, turn it on and cook rice until soft and fluffy. If using a pot, bring the water to a simmer over high heat, then reduce the heat to very low, cover and continue simmering, without peeking, for 20 minutes; remove the pot from the heat and let the rice finish steaming, still covered, until the grains are soft, distended and a little shiny, about 10 minutes. Uncover your cooked rice, fluff with a fork and set aside.
- Position a rack in the middle of the oven and heat to 425 degrees.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, gochujang, kimchi juice, soy sauce and sugar. Season generously with salt, then stir in the chopped kimchi and onion. Add the cooked rice, butter and seaweed and stir to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt.
- Transfer the rice mixture to a large rimmed sheet pan and spread out loosely. Bake until the top of the rice is crispy and chewy but not burned, 25 to 30 minutes, opening the oven door halfway through (to check on it, but also to let excess moisture out during the cooking).
- Remove the pan from the oven. Using a spoon, create 6 shallow depressions in the rice. Crack the eggs into the depressions and place the pan back in the oven until the egg whites have just set, 3 to 6 minutes. Serve immediately, while the eggs are still runny.
12. SIDE DISH FOR TACOS: 3 INGREDIENT SPANISH CAULIFLOWER RICE
Steps:
- In a large skillet, brown ground turkey until fully cooked. Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Add frozen cauliflower to cooked ground turkey. Cover skillet with lid and cook for 2-3 more minutes.
- Remove lid and break up any frozen cauliflower chunks. Cook for 2-3 more minutes and stir to incorporate the cauliflower with the ground turkey.
- Pour salsa into skillet and mix well.
- Let cook for 5 more minutes so that flavors can meld.
- Serve and enjoy.
Tips:
- Plan ahead: The key to stress-free weeknight cooking is planning ahead. Take some time on the weekend to plan your meals for the week and make a grocery list. This will help you avoid last-minute scrambling and ensure that you have all the ingredients you need on hand.
- Use simple recipes: Look for recipes that are easy to follow and don't require a lot of ingredients or steps. One-pot meals, sheet pan dinners, and slow cooker recipes are all great options for busy weeknights.
- Prep your ingredients in advance: If you have time, prep your ingredients in advance. This will make cooking dinner a breeze when you're short on time.
- Use shortcuts: Don't be afraid to use shortcuts like pre-cooked rice, frozen vegetables, or jarred sauce. These can save you a lot of time and effort without sacrificing taste.
- Get your family involved: Cooking dinner together can be a great way to bond with your family and teach your kids some basic cooking skills. Even young children can help with simple tasks like setting the table or stirring ingredients.
Conclusion:
Cooking a weeknight meal doesn't have to be stressful. By following these tips, you can create delicious and satisfying meals for your family, even when you're short on time. So next time you're feeling overwhelmed, remember that there are plenty of quick and easy recipes that you can make to get dinner on the table fast.
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