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Lazy Dinners: Quick, Tasty, and Family-Approved

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A flexible, quick, and family-approved lazy dinner recipe using basic ingredients like pasta, rice, or tortillas combined with your choice of protein and vegetables. Perfect for busy nights when you want something comforting without the fuss.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked pasta, rice, or 4 large tortillas
  • 1 lb protein of choice (chicken, ground beef, shrimp, or tofu)
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen vegetables
  • 1 cup canned beans or lentils, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup shredded cheese or 1/2 cup prepared sauce (e.g., teriyaki, marinara)

Instructions

  1. Cook the base (pasta, rice, or tortillas) according to package instructions.
  2. In a large skillet, sauté your protein over medium heat until fully cooked.
  3. Add vegetables to the skillet and cook until tender.
  4. Stir in canned beans or lentils and season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add sauce or sprinkle shredded cheese on top. Stir until well combined and heated through.
  6. Serve warm. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs or a squeeze of lemon.

Notes

  • Use rotisserie chicken to reduce cooking time.
  • Make it vegetarian or vegan by using plant-based proteins and skipping cheese.
  • Frozen vegetables work just as well and reduce prep time.
  • Store leftovers for up to 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge.
  • Reheat in a skillet with a splash of water or in the microwave.

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