If you’re stuck in a dinner rut and don’t feel like overthinking your meals, these healthy dinner ideas are for you. These are the kinds of easy, healthy dinners I’ve been making on repeat during the week. Simple ingredients, minimal prep, and meals that still feel satisfying.

A mix of cozy pasta, sheet pan vibes, and quick one-pan dinners, all perfect for busy weeknights when you want something nourishing without spending hours in the kitchen.

Let’s get into the recipes…

1. Chicken Piccata with Protein Pasta

This is my lighter, weeknight-friendly take on classic chicken piccata. It has all the bright lemony flavor you want, but made a little more balanced by using protein pasta and keeping the ingredients simple. I love serving this with a simple mixed greens salad to round things out.

Ingredients

• Banza brown rice spaghetti (or protein pasta of choice)
• Chicken breast, thinly sliced or pounded
• Flour (for lightly dredging the chicken)
• Olive oil
• Lemon (juice + zest)
• Capers
• Red pepper flakes
• Chicken bone broth
• Salt and pepper

For serving

• Mixed greens
• Olive oil
• Lemon juice

Instructions

1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions. Reserve a bit of pasta water, then drain.
2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then lightly dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add a splash of chicken bone broth, lemon juice, lemon zest, capers, and red pepper flakes. Scrape up any browned bits and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes.
5. Add chicken back to the pan and spoon the sauce over the top.
6. Toss cooked pasta with a bit of the sauce (and pasta water if needed).
7. Serve with a simple mixed greens salad dressed with lemon juice and olive oil.

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2. Tahini Maple Chicken with Japanese Sweet Potatoes

If you’re as obsessed with Japanese sweet potatoes as I am right now, this one needs to be on your dinner rotation. It’s cozy, a little sweet, and super easy. The tahini–maple combo just works, and everything comes together with minimal effort.

Ingredients

• Japanese sweet potatoes, cut into large chunks
• Chicken breast cutlets
• Vegetable of choice (I used broccolini, but green beans or Brussels sprouts work great)
• Tahini
• Maple syrup
• Olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
2. In a large bowl, toss sweet potato chunks with tahini, maple syrup, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread onto a baking sheet and roast for about 30 minutes, flipping once.
4. About halfway through cooking, add broccolini (or veggie of choice) to the pan and toss lightly in the oil.
5. While the veggies finish roasting, heat a skillet over medium heat.
6. Use the leftover tahini-maple mixture from the bowl to coat the chicken.
7. Pan-sear chicken until cooked through and golden on both sides.
8. Serve chicken alongside roasted sweet potatoes and veggies, spooning any extra sauce over the top.

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3. High-Protein Lemon Chicken Orzo

If you love cozy, comforting dinners that still feel fresh and balanced, this one’s a favorite. It’s bright, lemony, and packed with protein, making it great for busy weeks when you want something filling but not heavy.

Get the full recipe here

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4. Beef & Green Bean Stir-Fry

This is one of those easy dinners that comes together fast and is perfect for meal prep or last-minute weeknights. Simple ingredients, lots of flavor, and great for serving over rice or on its own.

Get the full recipe here

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5. Gochujang Brothy Rice Bowl

When you’re craving something cozy and savory but still light, this brothy rice bowl hits the spot. It’s warming, flavorful, and perfect for nights when you want comfort without heaviness.

Get the full recipe here