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It’s 5:00…and you have no idea what you are going to make for dinner! You need some no brainer dinner ideas!
Maybe you unexpectedly spent all afternoon helping a friend and now you don’t have time to prepare what you had planned for dinner! Or maybe your child’s sports practice went longer than it was supposed to and you know your people are hungry! It happens to everyone…even when you plan…life happens and things come up!
Sometimes I just need a list of super easy…no brainer dinner ideas to save the day! But I just couldn’t find one that was right for me!
So…I made one! A list of no brainer dinner ideas that take very little effort on my part to throw together and I can still feed these people who call me Mom!
Make a No Brainer Dinner Ideas List for Your Family
I wrote down some general ingredients we usually have on hand and thought of some easy dinner ideas. It’s in my recipe binder for those days when my plan gets thrown off track!
And as a bonus…I could just rotate these dinner ideas and BAM!…I’ve got weeks of easy no brainer dinner ideas already planned! Talk about easy meal planning for crazy busy weeks!
What easy dinner ideas would you add to the list? Leave a comment and share!
Create Your Own List of Easy Dinners
What if I told you that there are some no-brainer meal ideas that are not only easy to prepare but also delicious and healthy? Yes, you read that right – you can have a tasty and nutritious meal without spending hours in the kitchen. Use my ideas on the printable or these ideas to create your own customized list of no brainer meal ideas.
- Sheet pan dinners – Sheet pan dinners are a great way to get a complete meal on the table with minimal effort. Toss your protein, veggies, and seasoning onto a sheet pan and bake in the oven. You can make a variety of sheet pan dinners, from chicken and veggies to salmon and asparagus.
- Stir-fry – Stir-fry is a classic no-brainer meal idea that can be customized to your liking. Simply stir-fry your favorite veggies and protein in a wok or large pan, add some seasoning, and serve over rice or noodles. You can also make a big batch and have leftovers for the next day.
- One-pot meals – One-pot meals are a lifesaver when it comes to easy and delicious meals. Whether it’s a classic pasta dish or a hearty stew, you can cook everything in one pot, which means less time spent on cleaning up.
- Sandwiches – Don’t underestimate the power of a good sandwich. You can make a variety of sandwiches using different bread, protein, and veggies. From a classic grilled cheese to a turkey club sandwich, the options are endless.
- Salad bowls – Salad bowls are a great way to get your veggies in while keeping things simple. You can make a variety of salad bowls using different greens, veggies, protein, and dressing. You can also customize your salad bowl to your liking.
More Helps to Get Dinner on the Table
- If you need more ideas for your No Brainer Meal Ideas list…Check out this Pinterest board!
- If you are looking for a menu planning system check out Plan to Eat. It makes my life so much easier!
- Monthly Meal Planning and Weekly Meal Planning are a big part of my sanity saving techniques.
Make it Happen!
Share Your Ideas!
- What are your favorite easy meals that you use in your home?
8 comments on “8 No Brainer Dinner Ideas to Satisfy on Busy Days”
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Fab! Thank you very much👌 #twinklytuesday
This looks amazing! Fancy making me a meal plan for the rest of my life? I could do with you in my life haha #twinklytuesday
Great ideas! Some days I just feel like I have no brain left to think of what to make for dinner! #TwinkkyTuesday
I hear you…some days if I don’t already have dinner started I just don’t have it in me to prepare a meal! I need ideas right in front of my face!
That’s a really great idea thanks for the download also
You’re welcome…we all need ideas to make getting dinner on the table a little easier!
I could go for some oven nachos right now. Thanks for the reminder that dinner time doesn’t have to be so stressful. The only item I might add is grilled cheese sandwiches.
That’s a great idea! I haven’t made those in a long time!