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Can you believe it’s already the middle of September? I know I had a nice summer, and I made plenty of memories to look back on, but I still wonder where the time went. And given that my birthday is on Sunday, I’m pondering that even more—where did all those years go?! Moments like this are a great reminder to slow down and appreciate the little things in life, like cooking a nice dinner and sharing it with a partner, family or friends. I hope you find the time to do that this week. This week’s meals are all made in a single pan (whether a sheet pan or a skillet) and contain around 500 calories per serving. While most people will be satisfied with this amount of calories, this number is just meant to be a guide, and you should listen to your body.
Your Weekly Plan
Sunday:Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Carrots and BroccoliMonday:Kale, Sausage & Pepper PastaTuesday:Chickpea Dumplings in Curried Tomato SauceWednesday:Sheet-Pan Salmon with Sweet Potatoes and BroccoliThursday:Delicata Squash & Tofu CurryFriday:20-Minute Creamy Chicken Marsala with Prosciutto
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Sunday: Honey-Garlic Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Broccoli
Brie Goldman
For this recipe, you’ll whisk up a flavorful mixture of honey, soy sauce, garlic, cider vinegar and crushed red pepper and use half of it to marinate the chicken and the rest as a dressing for the chicken and vegetables after they’re cooked. I love it when recipes have a component that can do double duty… and when they’re as easy to throw together as this one.
Total Calories:475
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Monday: Kale, Sausage & Pepper Pasta
Monday night’s dinner is a quick and easy pasta dish, packed with protein from turkey sausage and lots of vitamins and nutrients fromkale,bell peppersand whole-wheat pasta. The whole-wheat pasta stands up to the hearty kale, which wilts and softens as it cooks. I like to serve this dish with a little whole-grain bread.
Total Calories:538 (including 1 ounce whole-grain bread)
Tuesday: Chickpea Dumplings in Curried Tomato Sauce
Tender dumplings made withchickpea flourare the stars here. Using chickpea flour instead of all-purpose means the dumplings have an extra 2 grams of fiber per serving. You’ll build a flavorful tomato sauce in the skillet and nestle the dumplings and some mustard greens right in to cook. For a sweet finish, I like to serve someDark Chocolate Cashew Clustersafterward.
Total Calories:529 (including 1 servingDark Chocolate Cashew Clusters)
Wednesday: Sheet-Pan Salmon with Sweet Potatoes and Broccoli
Photography: Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall
Total Calories:504
Thursday: Delicata Squash & Tofu Curry
Withdelicata squash, ginger and warm spices, this dish is perfect for transitioning into fall. Tossing the tofu in curry powder and browning it in oil blooms the spice and flavors it. Some coconut milk creates a creamy, dairy-free sauce that ties all the components together. With 16 grams of protein per serving, this vegan dish is ultra-satisfying. Spoon it over some cooked quinoa.
Total Calories:483 (including ¾ cup cooked quinoa)
Friday: Creamy Chicken Marsala with Prosciutto
Jacob Fox
Total Calories:486 (including ½ cup cooked farro)
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I wish you all a great week, and I hope you enjoy this dinner plan. If you try a recipe, remember to add a review.
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