8 Easy Make Ahead Dinners For Your Busiest Weeknights

Sheet Pan Chicken and Veggies: Toss chicken breasts or thighs with your favorite seasonings, along with chopped vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and carrots.

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Spaghetti Bolognese: Cook a big batch of Bolognese sauce over the weekend and freeze it in portions. When needed, simply thaw and reheat, then toss with cooked spaghetti for a comforting meal.

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Stuffed Peppers: Prepare stuffed peppers filled with cooked rice, ground meat, beans, and your favorite seasonings. Store them in the fridge until ready to bake, then pop them in the oven for a hearty dinner.

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Slow Cooker Chili: Make a large batch of chili in your slow cooker and portion it out for easy reheating during the week. Serve with toppings like cheese, sour cream, and green onions for a customizable meal.

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Quiche: Bake a quiche filled with veggies, cheese, and cooked meats on the weekend, then slice it into portions for easy reheating throughout the week. Pair with a side salad for a complete meal.

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Chicken Curry: Cook a big pot of chicken curry loaded with vegetables and aromatic spices. Portion it out and store in the fridge or freezer for a quick and flavorful dinner when time is short.

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Vegetable Stir-Fry: Chop up your favorite vegetables and stir-fry them with tofu, chicken, or shrimp and your choice of sauce. Store in the fridge and simply reheat when ready to eat.

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Burrito Bowls: Prepare components for burrito bowls such as cooked rice, beans, grilled chicken or steak, sautéed veggies, salsa, and guacamole.

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