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    Dinner Done Fast: Mom-Approved Meals for Hectic Weeknights

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    When the week gets busy and you’re juggling work, homework, and everything in between, dinnertime can feel like one more thing on the never-ending to-do list. But it doesn’t have to be that way. These easy, mom-approved weeknight dinners take the stress out of mealtime with simple ingredients, quick prep, and big flavor.

    From cozy casseroles to one-pan meals and better-than-takeout favorites, these recipes from Our Wabi Sabi Life are designed to keep your family fed and happy—without spending hours in the kitchen. Whether you need something on the table fast or a meal that makes the best leftovers, you’ll find your new go-to dinner here.

    Chicken Enchiladas

    Chicken Enchiladas
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    Flavor-packed and light, these use low-carb tortillas and fat-free cheese. Just 10 min prep + bake time. Get the recipe for Chicken Enchiladas

    Healthy Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Healthy Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole
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    A comforting one-dish meal with chicken, brown rice, and veggies—no canned soup. Bake time ~55 min. Get the recipe → Healthy Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Easy Cashew Chicken

    Easy Cashew Chicken
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    Skip take-out! Tender chicken, crunchy cashews, and savory sauce—ready in ~30 minutes. Get the recipe → Easy Cashew Chicken

    Lemon Rosemary Chicken

    Lemon Rosemary Chicken (One‑Pan)
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    Bright, aromatic chicken skillet with fresh rosemary and lemon—side dish included in one pan. Get the recipe → Lemon Rosemary Chicken

    Easy Chicken Pad Thai

    Easy Chicken Pad Thai
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    A healthier Thai noodle dish, packed with flavor—on the table in just 25 minutes. Get the recipe → Easy Chicken Pad Thai

    Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

    Creamy Gnocchi
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    One-pot comfort with chicken, mushrooms, spinach, and gnocchi in creamy sauce. Get the recipe → Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi

    Beef Enchilada Casserole

    Beef Enchilada Casserole
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    Layered ground beef, tortillas, cheese, and enchilada sauce—baked to bubbly perfection. Get the recipe → Beef Enchilada Casserole

    The Best Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla

    Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla
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    Ready in under 20 minutes—perfect for using up rotisserie chicken in a cheesy, flavorful wrap. Get the recipe → Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla

    30-Minute Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

    Pineapple Beef Stir Fry
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    Sweet pineapple and tender beef in a speedy stir-fry—serve over rice or cauliflower rice. Get the recipe → Pineapple Beef Stir Fry

    Sloppy Joe Bake

    Sloppy Joe Bake
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    A fun twist on sloppy joes—with ground beef, veggies, cheese, and baked biscuits on top. Get the recipe → Sloppy Joe Bake

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    Hi, I'm Debi!

    Welcome to my world. I am a 40 something year old mom to a lot of kids and a lot of pets. When I am not busy with the kids, grandkids, or animals, I love to do crafts and read.

    I love to knit and can often be found working on a project.

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