These recipes are quick to prepare and require minimal effort. Enjoy!
- Garlic Butter Shrimp: Ingredients:
- 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions: In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper. Toss the shrimp in the mixture until well coated. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn pink and opaque. Serve with rice or crusty bread.
- Caprese Salad: Ingredients:
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Arrange tomato and mozzarella slices alternately on a serving platter. Tuck fresh basil leaves between the slices. Drizzle with balsamic glaze and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve as a light and refreshing salad.
- Baked Pesto Chicken: Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup basil pesto
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the chicken breasts in a baking dish. Spread basil pesto evenly over each chicken breast. Top with halved cherry tomatoes and shredded mozzarella cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the cheese is bubbly. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
- One-Pot Lemon Herb Salmon and Asparagus: Ingredients:
- 4 salmon fillets
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Fresh dill or parsley for garnish (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). In a large oven-safe dish, arrange salmon fillets and asparagus. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle minced garlic over the top. Season with salt and black pepper. Place lemon slices on top of the salmon. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily. Garnish with fresh dill or parsley before serving.
- Spaghetti Aglio e Olio: Ingredients:
- 8 ounces spaghetti
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions: Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions until al dente. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and red pepper flakes, sautéing until the garlic turns golden (be careful not to burn it). Toss the cooked spaghetti in the garlic oil mixture until well coated. Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with chopped parsley and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
- BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches: Ingredients:
- 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder or butt
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- Hamburger buns or slider buns
- Coleslaw (optional, for topping)
Instructions: Place the pork shoulder in a slow cooker. In a bowl, mix barbecue sauce, chicken broth (or water), and brown sugar. Pour the sauce mixture over the pork. Cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or until the pork is tender and easy to shred. Shred the pork using two forks and mix it with the sauce. Serve the pulled pork on buns with coleslaw on top for added texture and flavor.
These six-ingredient dinner recipes offer a range of flavors and are perfect for quick and hassle-free meals. Enjoy your cooking!