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5 Easy Weeknight Meals You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less

Whether you're working multiple jobs, have an active social life or a busy family, dinner time can often be the most hectic time of the day.

With hungry bellies to fill, there is little time to make a gourmet meal, but you can still get all the necessarily nutrition of a home-cooked meal in 30 minutes or less.

Here is a full weeknight meal plan that will keep you feeling great through your entire workweek.

Chili Lime Salmon

Thankfully this dinner uses limited dishes, which makes clean up a breeze! With only a few minutes of prep (which you could also do the night before, if you're really pressed for time), this salmon will turn out better than you could ever hop to imagine. The flavor combination comes together perfectly with a side of veggies made on the same tray.

Chipotle Chicken Fajitas

Using only a cast-iron skillet, you will be able to turn your chicken and veggies into the most delicious chicken fajitas you have had. Get the recipe from Country Living and in less than 30 minutes your family will have a piping hot tray of meat with all the fixins' they look forward to. What do you top your fajitas with?

Continue to the next page for a foil chicken recipe and a barbecue favorite that require no clean up!

Lemon Garlic Shrimp Scampi

In just 10 minutes, the flavors of lemon and garlic will fill your pallet thanks to this delicious recipe. Add this recipe to your weeknight meal plan and enjoy the great taste of shrimp over pasta with this easy meal. Make a little extra and it also makes a great lunch for the next day.

Broiled Steak Kabobs with Orange Relish

It's time to fire up the grill and let the kids run around the backyard while you make dinner. Stack your steak onto a skewer and top it with a delicious relish that will make the flavors stand out. Grab the recipe from Country Living and enjoy some backyard dinner fun tonight!

Lemon Chicken & Asparagus Foil Packs

Not only can you pre-make everyone's dinner portion, but using foil means less clean up! This simple no-fuss dinner is simple on prep and quick on time, but tastes delicious. With all the essential nutrients you need out of your dinner, this recipe is a must-add to your meal plan. Grab your recipe from Creme De La Crumb and give it a try today!

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