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Aug 23, 2018

Easy weeknight meals for those busy back-to-school days

By: canadianliving.com

The back-to-school season has arrived and with it the transition into busier schedules and routines. We know how hectic those days can get so we're here to help make your weeknight dinner plans a lot easier. Below, a roundup of quick and easy meals the whole family will love.

Sheet Pan Greek Chicken & Lemony Potatoes

Sheet pan dinners are light on prep and cleanup, making them ideal for those busy weeknights.

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Quesadillas

These vegetarian quesadillas are packed with spiralized sweet potatoes, black beans and green chillies for a kick. If the kids aren't too keen on spice, substitute for some chopped green bell pepper for a milder flavour.

Tomato & Pancetta Pasta

Pasta on a busy weeknight is always a winner. This simple rigatoni dish with salty pancetta and fresh vine-ripened tomatoes will be on the table in only 25 minutes.

Tuna Casserole

Keep this family favourite bookmarked in your repertoire for when you need to whip out a quick and delicious dinner.

Meat Lover's Pizza

Pizza night just got tastier thanks to the perfect combination of pepperoni, sausage and bacon. Make sure to prep our ultimate pizza dough the night before so that it fully rises.

Beef Tacos With Avocado Crema

With tacos this delicious, the whole family will be looking forward to Taco Tuesday all day.

Egg, Avocado & Black Bean Burritos

Satisfy hungry tummies after a long day with these burritos that are packed with protein-rich eggs and black beans.

Family-Size Mac 'N' Cheese

You can't beat a classic comfort dish like mac 'n' cheese. It's a family favourite and making it from scratch isn't difficult—once you prep a big batch of the sauce, the rest is child's play.

Broccoli Cheddar Veggie Burgers

The kids won't miss the meat in these veggie patties that are packed with plenty of flavour and texture.

Lazy Veggie Skillet

Think it's impossible to make lasagna on a weeknight? This dynamic mix of veggies and pasta still delivers comforting flavour but comes together quickly because there's no fussy layering.

Shrimp and Egg Stir-Fry

Want to have dinner on the table in only 15 minutes? Whip up this easy and delicious stir-fry that'll satisfy the whole family.

Slow Cooker Pulled Beef

Put your slow cooker to work and serve up this hearty pulled beef over cooked rice with shredded lettuce, sour cream and chopped cilantro.

Healthy Baked Chicken Fingers

We made this kid-favourite dish a little healthier by using with a crunchy coating of nuts and seeds that are rich in heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. Serve with oven roasted fries to make it a complete meal.

30-Minute Turkey Chili

Pull this mildly seasoned, comforting chili together in minutes. It's loaded with veggies and lean protein—perfect for growing minds and bodies.