Favorite Recipes for Busy Moms
Introduction:
As a busy mom, finding the time to cook healthy and delicious meals for
your family can be a challenge. Between work, school, and extracurricular
activities, it can be tough to find the time to plan and prepare meals. But,
with a little bit of planning and some go-to recipes, you can easily whip up a
nutritious meal that your whole family will love. In this post, we’ll share
some of our favorite recipes for busy moms that are both healthy and easy to
make.
1.
Sheet
Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet pan meals are perfect for busy weeknights, as they require minimal
prep work and can be customized to your family’s taste. These sheet pan chicken
fajitas are a family favorite, and they can be ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound boneless,
skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Tortillas, for serving
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, toss the chicken, bell peppers, and onion with olive
oil, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread the chicken and vegetables evenly on the sheet pan.
4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through and the
vegetables are tender.
5. Serve with tortillas, and your favorite toppings like guacamole, sour
cream, and salsa.
6. One-Pot Pasta with Spinach and Tomatoes
This one-pot pasta with spinach and tomatoes is a quick and easy meal
that’s perfect for busy weeknights. Plus, with only one pot to clean, it’s a
time saver too!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound whole wheat spaghetti
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups water
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
Directions:
1. In a large pot, combine the spaghetti, diced tomatoes (including the
juice), baby spinach, garlic, basil, salt, pepper, and water.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to
low and simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is
cooked and the sauce has thickened.
3. Serve hot with Parmesan cheese.
4.
Slow
Cooker Chicken Chili
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