01of 19Baked Corn-Chip-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Avocado SalsaFred Hardy IIThis is the ultimate breading shortcut.Using preseasoned corn chips — orpotato, tortilla or any variety of chips you have on hand — as a coating keeps the chicken crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside.Get the recipeHERE.02of 19Flank Steak with Charred Scallion and Lime ButterFred Hardy IIKeep this citrusy and flavorful compound butter recipe in your back pocket for busy nights.It turns simple dishes — from grilled chicken and shrimp to seared tofu and steamed vegetables or this 30-minute grilled steak recipe — into something special.Get the recipeHERE.03of 19Buddha Lo’s Ginger and Scallion Chicken with RiceJennifer CauseyThetwo-time winnerofTop Chefsays “this dish was one of my favorites as a kid growing up in my parents' restaurant.” These days, Lo,who is expecting twinsin November, makes it at home for his wife, Rebekah Pedler. “It’s super easy and really tasty,” says the chef. “It’s a meal that both adults and children will love.“Get the recipeHERE.04of 19Giada De Laurentiis' Roasted Vegetable PastaJen Causey"Taking whatever you have left in the fridge or growing in your garden, roasting it and putting it over pasta is the easiest way to get a meal together,” says De Laurentiis, wholaunched her own line of pasta. The celebrity chef recommends using a pasta shape with a lot of places for “all the juices from the veggies, balsamic and Parmesan [to] get stuck in.” She likes using hernodi mariniwhich is “one of the shapes that my daughter [Jade, 15] has loved for years.“Get the recipeHERE.05of 19Robin Miller’s Steak Caesar Salad WrapsJen CauseyThe Food Network star pays tribute to the iconic Caesar salad in her upcoming cookbook,30-Minute Meal Prep. “I wanted to take those same flavors and textures, beef it up with juicy steak and turn it into a hand-held meal,” Miller says of these on-the-go wraps. For home cooks in need of a few extra shortcuts to get dinner on the table even quicker, she suggests switching out the steak for leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.Get the recipeHERE.06of 19Eric Adjepong’s Salmon Tacos with Crunchy SlawVictor ProtasioAdjepong’s dish is light and simple with tons of flavor thanks to crispy pan-fried fish and a punchy garlic-lime dressing. “This is a perfect recipe for the end of summer and start of the school year,” says theTop Chefalum and host of Food Network’sAlex vs America. “With its fresh and colorful ingredients, it’s a great dish to make with children to get them excited in the kitchen.“Get the recipeHERE.07of 19Alyssa Brantley’s Teriyaki Chicken with Snow PeasVictor Protasio"Most teriyaki recipes are loaded with sugar and salt, but this version is ridiculously easy and made with just a handful of easy-to-find, whole food ingredients,” says the author ofThe “I Don’t Want to Cook” Book. Brantley calls for chicken thighs but you could switch things up with pork, beef, or shrimp, she suggests.Get the recipeHERE.08of 19Giada De Laurentiis' Sheet-Pan Sausage & PeppersVictor ProtasioThe Food Network star and creator of the lifestyle siteGiadzylikes to make this Italian American classic for her daughterJade. “It’s a very easy dinner with only one dish to clean,” she says of the main that calls for bell peppers, onions and cherry tomatoes. “The veggies stew away to perfection in the oven alongside the juicy sausages. You can also serve it over polenta, rice, salad or in a sandwich.“Get the recipeHERE.09of 19Tabitha Brown’s Black-Bean Veggie Burgers with Crispy Potato WedgesJennifer Causey"When the world is hard enough, don’t let food be part of the hardship,” says the popular TikTok food star. “This recipe keeps it simple, easy and fun for everyone in the family.“Get the recipeHERE.10of 19Brooke Williamson’s Chilled Ramen Noodles with Grilled ShrimpJennifer Causey"It has such a great combination of flavors that kids and adults will love,” says the winner of Bravo’sTop Chefseason 14 and Food Network’sTournament of Champions.“Plus it’s so fun to eat!“Get the recipeHERE.11of 19Joanna Gaines' Margherita PizzaJennifer Causey"My kids love a simple at-home pizza night, especially when they get to customize their toppings,” Gaines says about her family’s “go-to” pick from theMagnolia Table: Volume 2cookbook.Get the recipeHERE.12of 19Jet Tila’s Thai Cashew ChickenJennifer Causey"It has the perfect balance of spice, sweet and sour,” says the author101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die, who features this fast 25-minute meal in his cookbook. “The chicken melts in your mouth, and the vegetables and nuts add a fun crunch.“Get the recipeHERE.13of 19Ree Drummond’s Sheet-Pan Teriyaki ChickenJennifer CauseyThe Food Network star shares a fast weeknight dinner from her cookbookThe Pioneer Woman Cooks—Super Easy!“It’s sweet, sticky chicken and veggies with charred and caramelized edges—and it’s done on a sheet pan in about 30 minutes. What’s not to love?“Get the recipeHERE.14of 19Pati Jinich’s Shrimp & Cheese Soft TacosChristopher Testani"Tacos gobernador de camarón, or governor shrimp tacos, are a cross between a taco and a quesadilla,” says the author ofTreasures of the Mexican Table. “They are irresistibly delicious and messy, and the cheese creates an inviting crust as it melts.“Get the recipeHERE.15of 19Eric Kim’s Cheesy Corn & Ranch Pizza with Black Pepper HoneyJen Causey"One of the greatest revelations I had on a recent trip to [Korea] was the pivotal role that sweetness played in the pizzas there, thanks to ingredients like corn, goguma (Korean sweet potato) and, yes, ranch dressing,” says the food writer and author ofKorean Americancookbook. “Ranch lends creaminess and savoriness that’s reminiscent of a peppy Alfredo sauce.“Get the recipeHERE.16of 19Alex Guarnaschelli’s Chicken & Ginger Pad ThaiVictor Protasio"My daughter Ava loves pad thai, and it’s because of her this recipe was created,” says theIron Chefjudge, who shares this meal from her cookbookCook with Me.Get the recipeHERE.17of 19Daniele Uditi’s Pepperoni & Spinach CalzonesVictor ProtasioThe chef at the Pizzana restaurants in Los Angeles — which opened its newest location in Sherman Oaks, Calif. in March— offers a delicious way to add more veggies to dinner.Get the recipeHERE.18of 19Dale Talde’s Orange Beef & Broccoli with RiceVictor ProtasioTheTop Chefstar and owner of Goosefeather in Tarrytown, N.Y. adds a flavorful spin to the Chinese take-out classic.Get the recipeHERE.19of 19Tia Mowry’s Pork & Vegetable Lo MeinChristopher Testani"This is a good recipe for home cooks because it involves a lot of ingredients that you likely already have at home!” says the author of the cookbookThe Quick Fix Kitchen. “I’ve always got extra spaghetti in the house just waiting to be cooked and you can swap the veggie-protein combinations, so you’ll never see the end of your options. As for seasoning, who doesn’t love soy sauce, garlic and scallions?“Get the recipeHERE.
01of 19Baked Corn-Chip-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Avocado SalsaFred Hardy IIThis is the ultimate breading shortcut.Using preseasoned corn chips — orpotato, tortilla or any variety of chips you have on hand — as a coating keeps the chicken crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside.Get the recipeHERE.
01of 19
Baked Corn-Chip-Crusted Chicken Breasts with Avocado Salsa
Fred Hardy II
This is the ultimate breading shortcut.
Using preseasoned corn chips — orpotato, tortilla or any variety of chips you have on hand — as a coating keeps the chicken crunchy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
Get the recipeHERE.
02of 19Flank Steak with Charred Scallion and Lime ButterFred Hardy IIKeep this citrusy and flavorful compound butter recipe in your back pocket for busy nights.It turns simple dishes — from grilled chicken and shrimp to seared tofu and steamed vegetables or this 30-minute grilled steak recipe — into something special.Get the recipeHERE.
02of 19
Flank Steak with Charred Scallion and Lime Butter
Keep this citrusy and flavorful compound butter recipe in your back pocket for busy nights.
It turns simple dishes — from grilled chicken and shrimp to seared tofu and steamed vegetables or this 30-minute grilled steak recipe — into something special.
03of 19Buddha Lo’s Ginger and Scallion Chicken with RiceJennifer CauseyThetwo-time winnerofTop Chefsays “this dish was one of my favorites as a kid growing up in my parents' restaurant.” These days, Lo,who is expecting twinsin November, makes it at home for his wife, Rebekah Pedler. “It’s super easy and really tasty,” says the chef. “It’s a meal that both adults and children will love.“Get the recipeHERE.
03of 19
Buddha Lo’s Ginger and Scallion Chicken with Rice
Jennifer Causey
Thetwo-time winnerofTop Chefsays “this dish was one of my favorites as a kid growing up in my parents' restaurant.” These days, Lo,who is expecting twinsin November, makes it at home for his wife, Rebekah Pedler. “It’s super easy and really tasty,” says the chef. “It’s a meal that both adults and children will love.”
04of 19Giada De Laurentiis' Roasted Vegetable PastaJen Causey"Taking whatever you have left in the fridge or growing in your garden, roasting it and putting it over pasta is the easiest way to get a meal together,” says De Laurentiis, wholaunched her own line of pasta. The celebrity chef recommends using a pasta shape with a lot of places for “all the juices from the veggies, balsamic and Parmesan [to] get stuck in.” She likes using hernodi mariniwhich is “one of the shapes that my daughter [Jade, 15] has loved for years.“Get the recipeHERE.
04of 19
Giada De Laurentiis' Roasted Vegetable Pasta
Jen Causey
“Taking whatever you have left in the fridge or growing in your garden, roasting it and putting it over pasta is the easiest way to get a meal together,” says De Laurentiis, wholaunched her own line of pasta. The celebrity chef recommends using a pasta shape with a lot of places for “all the juices from the veggies, balsamic and Parmesan [to] get stuck in.” She likes using hernodi mariniwhich is “one of the shapes that my daughter [Jade, 15] has loved for years.”
05of 19Robin Miller’s Steak Caesar Salad WrapsJen CauseyThe Food Network star pays tribute to the iconic Caesar salad in her upcoming cookbook,30-Minute Meal Prep. “I wanted to take those same flavors and textures, beef it up with juicy steak and turn it into a hand-held meal,” Miller says of these on-the-go wraps. For home cooks in need of a few extra shortcuts to get dinner on the table even quicker, she suggests switching out the steak for leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.Get the recipeHERE.
05of 19
Robin Miller’s Steak Caesar Salad Wraps
The Food Network star pays tribute to the iconic Caesar salad in her upcoming cookbook,30-Minute Meal Prep. “I wanted to take those same flavors and textures, beef it up with juicy steak and turn it into a hand-held meal,” Miller says of these on-the-go wraps. For home cooks in need of a few extra shortcuts to get dinner on the table even quicker, she suggests switching out the steak for leftover cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
06of 19Eric Adjepong’s Salmon Tacos with Crunchy SlawVictor ProtasioAdjepong’s dish is light and simple with tons of flavor thanks to crispy pan-fried fish and a punchy garlic-lime dressing. “This is a perfect recipe for the end of summer and start of the school year,” says theTop Chefalum and host of Food Network’sAlex vs America. “With its fresh and colorful ingredients, it’s a great dish to make with children to get them excited in the kitchen.“Get the recipeHERE.
06of 19
Eric Adjepong’s Salmon Tacos with Crunchy Slaw
Victor Protasio
Adjepong’s dish is light and simple with tons of flavor thanks to crispy pan-fried fish and a punchy garlic-lime dressing. “This is a perfect recipe for the end of summer and start of the school year,” says theTop Chefalum and host of Food Network’sAlex vs America. “With its fresh and colorful ingredients, it’s a great dish to make with children to get them excited in the kitchen.”
07of 19Alyssa Brantley’s Teriyaki Chicken with Snow PeasVictor Protasio"Most teriyaki recipes are loaded with sugar and salt, but this version is ridiculously easy and made with just a handful of easy-to-find, whole food ingredients,” says the author ofThe “I Don’t Want to Cook” Book. Brantley calls for chicken thighs but you could switch things up with pork, beef, or shrimp, she suggests.Get the recipeHERE.
07of 19
Alyssa Brantley’s Teriyaki Chicken with Snow Peas
“Most teriyaki recipes are loaded with sugar and salt, but this version is ridiculously easy and made with just a handful of easy-to-find, whole food ingredients,” says the author ofThe “I Don’t Want to Cook” Book. Brantley calls for chicken thighs but you could switch things up with pork, beef, or shrimp, she suggests.
08of 19Giada De Laurentiis' Sheet-Pan Sausage & PeppersVictor ProtasioThe Food Network star and creator of the lifestyle siteGiadzylikes to make this Italian American classic for her daughterJade. “It’s a very easy dinner with only one dish to clean,” she says of the main that calls for bell peppers, onions and cherry tomatoes. “The veggies stew away to perfection in the oven alongside the juicy sausages. You can also serve it over polenta, rice, salad or in a sandwich.“Get the recipeHERE.
08of 19
Giada De Laurentiis' Sheet-Pan Sausage & Peppers
The Food Network star and creator of the lifestyle siteGiadzylikes to make this Italian American classic for her daughterJade. “It’s a very easy dinner with only one dish to clean,” she says of the main that calls for bell peppers, onions and cherry tomatoes. “The veggies stew away to perfection in the oven alongside the juicy sausages. You can also serve it over polenta, rice, salad or in a sandwich.”
09of 19Tabitha Brown’s Black-Bean Veggie Burgers with Crispy Potato WedgesJennifer Causey"When the world is hard enough, don’t let food be part of the hardship,” says the popular TikTok food star. “This recipe keeps it simple, easy and fun for everyone in the family.“Get the recipeHERE.
09of 19
Tabitha Brown’s Black-Bean Veggie Burgers with Crispy Potato Wedges
“When the world is hard enough, don’t let food be part of the hardship,” says the popular TikTok food star. “This recipe keeps it simple, easy and fun for everyone in the family.”
10of 19Brooke Williamson’s Chilled Ramen Noodles with Grilled ShrimpJennifer Causey"It has such a great combination of flavors that kids and adults will love,” says the winner of Bravo’sTop Chefseason 14 and Food Network’sTournament of Champions.“Plus it’s so fun to eat!“Get the recipeHERE.
10of 19
Brooke Williamson’s Chilled Ramen Noodles with Grilled Shrimp
“It has such a great combination of flavors that kids and adults will love,” says the winner of Bravo’sTop Chefseason 14 and Food Network’sTournament of Champions.“Plus it’s so fun to eat!”
11of 19Joanna Gaines' Margherita PizzaJennifer Causey"My kids love a simple at-home pizza night, especially when they get to customize their toppings,” Gaines says about her family’s “go-to” pick from theMagnolia Table: Volume 2cookbook.Get the recipeHERE.
11of 19
Joanna Gaines' Margherita Pizza
“My kids love a simple at-home pizza night, especially when they get to customize their toppings,” Gaines says about her family’s “go-to” pick from theMagnolia Table: Volume 2cookbook.
12of 19Jet Tila’s Thai Cashew ChickenJennifer Causey"It has the perfect balance of spice, sweet and sour,” says the author101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die, who features this fast 25-minute meal in his cookbook. “The chicken melts in your mouth, and the vegetables and nuts add a fun crunch.“Get the recipeHERE.
12of 19
Jet Tila’s Thai Cashew Chicken
“It has the perfect balance of spice, sweet and sour,” says the author101 Thai Dishes You Need to Cook Before You Die, who features this fast 25-minute meal in his cookbook. “The chicken melts in your mouth, and the vegetables and nuts add a fun crunch.”
13of 19Ree Drummond’s Sheet-Pan Teriyaki ChickenJennifer CauseyThe Food Network star shares a fast weeknight dinner from her cookbookThe Pioneer Woman Cooks—Super Easy!“It’s sweet, sticky chicken and veggies with charred and caramelized edges—and it’s done on a sheet pan in about 30 minutes. What’s not to love?“Get the recipeHERE.
13of 19
Ree Drummond’s Sheet-Pan Teriyaki Chicken
The Food Network star shares a fast weeknight dinner from her cookbookThe Pioneer Woman Cooks—Super Easy!“It’s sweet, sticky chicken and veggies with charred and caramelized edges—and it’s done on a sheet pan in about 30 minutes. What’s not to love?”
14of 19Pati Jinich’s Shrimp & Cheese Soft TacosChristopher Testani"Tacos gobernador de camarón, or governor shrimp tacos, are a cross between a taco and a quesadilla,” says the author ofTreasures of the Mexican Table. “They are irresistibly delicious and messy, and the cheese creates an inviting crust as it melts.“Get the recipeHERE.
14of 19
Pati Jinich’s Shrimp & Cheese Soft Tacos
Christopher Testani
“Tacos gobernador de camarón, or governor shrimp tacos, are a cross between a taco and a quesadilla,” says the author ofTreasures of the Mexican Table. “They are irresistibly delicious and messy, and the cheese creates an inviting crust as it melts.”
15of 19Eric Kim’s Cheesy Corn & Ranch Pizza with Black Pepper HoneyJen Causey"One of the greatest revelations I had on a recent trip to [Korea] was the pivotal role that sweetness played in the pizzas there, thanks to ingredients like corn, goguma (Korean sweet potato) and, yes, ranch dressing,” says the food writer and author ofKorean Americancookbook. “Ranch lends creaminess and savoriness that’s reminiscent of a peppy Alfredo sauce.“Get the recipeHERE.
15of 19
Eric Kim’s Cheesy Corn & Ranch Pizza with Black Pepper Honey
“One of the greatest revelations I had on a recent trip to [Korea] was the pivotal role that sweetness played in the pizzas there, thanks to ingredients like corn, goguma (Korean sweet potato) and, yes, ranch dressing,” says the food writer and author ofKorean Americancookbook. “Ranch lends creaminess and savoriness that’s reminiscent of a peppy Alfredo sauce.”
16of 19Alex Guarnaschelli’s Chicken & Ginger Pad ThaiVictor Protasio"My daughter Ava loves pad thai, and it’s because of her this recipe was created,” says theIron Chefjudge, who shares this meal from her cookbookCook with Me.Get the recipeHERE.
16of 19
Alex Guarnaschelli’s Chicken & Ginger Pad Thai
“My daughter Ava loves pad thai, and it’s because of her this recipe was created,” says theIron Chefjudge, who shares this meal from her cookbookCook with Me.
17of 19Daniele Uditi’s Pepperoni & Spinach CalzonesVictor ProtasioThe chef at the Pizzana restaurants in Los Angeles — which opened its newest location in Sherman Oaks, Calif. in March— offers a delicious way to add more veggies to dinner.Get the recipeHERE.
17of 19
Daniele Uditi’s Pepperoni & Spinach Calzones
The chef at the Pizzana restaurants in Los Angeles — which opened its newest location in Sherman Oaks, Calif. in March— offers a delicious way to add more veggies to dinner.
18of 19Dale Talde’s Orange Beef & Broccoli with RiceVictor ProtasioTheTop Chefstar and owner of Goosefeather in Tarrytown, N.Y. adds a flavorful spin to the Chinese take-out classic.Get the recipeHERE.
18of 19
Dale Talde’s Orange Beef & Broccoli with Rice
TheTop Chefstar and owner of Goosefeather in Tarrytown, N.Y. adds a flavorful spin to the Chinese take-out classic.
19of 19Tia Mowry’s Pork & Vegetable Lo MeinChristopher Testani"This is a good recipe for home cooks because it involves a lot of ingredients that you likely already have at home!” says the author of the cookbookThe Quick Fix Kitchen. “I’ve always got extra spaghetti in the house just waiting to be cooked and you can swap the veggie-protein combinations, so you’ll never see the end of your options. As for seasoning, who doesn’t love soy sauce, garlic and scallions?“Get the recipeHERE.
19of 19
Tia Mowry’s Pork & Vegetable Lo Mein
“This is a good recipe for home cooks because it involves a lot of ingredients that you likely already have at home!” says the author of the cookbookThe Quick Fix Kitchen. “I’ve always got extra spaghetti in the house just waiting to be cooked and you can swap the veggie-protein combinations, so you’ll never see the end of your options. As for seasoning, who doesn’t love soy sauce, garlic and scallions?”
source: people.com
