What Can I Make with Chicken and Veggies for Dinner Tonight?

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Discussion Overview

This thread features participants sharing their dinner plans, particularly focusing on chicken and various vegetables. Many participants express their excitement about different recipes and meal ideas, while others share personal experiences related to their cooking choices for the evening.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • One participant mentions having chicken and a variety of veggies, planning to make a salad.
  • Another participant shares they are making chicken quesadillas for dinner.
  • One participant humorously states they will eat whatever their spouse is preparing.
  • Several participants discuss making calamari in red fish sauce over linguine, with one expressing excitement about the dish.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, shares their love for cheeseburger salad and mentions making sundried tomato and sausage risotto.
  • Another participant expresses concern about whether their meal will be filling enough for their family of four.
  • One participant shares their plan to make pork tenderloin with broccoli salad and roasted potatoes, but notes they may need to simplify due to feeling unwell.
  • One participant discusses preparing 30-minute chicken for a power cooking workshop and mentions giving away meals to a neighbor.
  • Several participants mention having steak night, with one expressing envy over the frequency of another's steak dinners.
  • One participant shares a detailed recipe for drunken beans, while another expresses interest in trying it out.
  • Another participant thanks someone for dinner ideas, indicating they are new to the community.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ among participants regarding their dinner choices, with no clear consensus on a single meal or recipe being favored.

Contextual Notes

Participants share a variety of personal cooking experiences and preferences, reflecting their individual tastes and family dynamics.

Who May Find This Useful

Members of the consultant community looking for dinner inspiration or meal ideas may find this thread helpful.

rennea
rennea
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Tonight we are having chicken, I just need to decide what to do with it. We have a ton of veggies in the house so we will have salad.
 
Chicken Quesadillas tonight!
 
Whatever the hubby is making! :)
 
Calamari in a red fish sauce over linguine....probably will whip up garlic bites to go with....
 
pamperedbybarbara said:
Calamari in a red fish sauce over linguine....probably will whip up garlic bites to go with....
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YUM!!!!!!!!!!!

We are going to check out the Cheeseburger Salad
 
Hubby and I LOVE the cheeseburger salad! We are having sundried tomato & sausage risotto.
 
meganmcg said:
Hubby and I LOVE the cheeseburger salad! We are having sundried tomato & sausage risotto.
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Hey Megan, I am feeding this to myself and three men/boys with HUGE appetites. Do you think this is filling enough or should I add something?
 
I am hoping to make pork tenderloin (either on the grill, or sliced up and pan fry it with some seasonings) with broccoli salad, and some roasted potatoes.

I have been in bed most of the day, with nauseau (sp?) and light headedness, and just feeling tired, so plans may change to hot dogs or something else that is readily available for DH to make.
 
I'm practicing for my power cooking workshop, so I'm making the 30 min. chicken for dinner w/ garlic biscuit bites, while preparing and then freezing the other meals. I'm giving them away to my next door neighbor who is pregnant and due to move soon as well.
 
Wednesday is steak night at our house. :) So, steak and mashed potatoes, with a hot veg and a little salad.
 
ButterflyVioletta said:
Hey Megan, I am feeding this to myself and three men/boys with HUGE appetites. Do you think this is filling enough or should I add something?
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Hey Michelle! You will probably want to double recipe or make something like biscuit bites to go along with. It is filling but the 3/4# only makes about 3 adult servings (considering the husbands for one "larger" serving). I haven't made the croutons that go with the recipe, that could help stretch it out some as well.
 
tortilla soup, drunken beans, queso, guacamole & fajitas
 
chefann said:
Wednesday is steak night at our house. :) So, steak and mashed potatoes, with a hot veg and a little salad.
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Wow! :love: You have "Steak Night" We have that maybe once a month in the summer! You get it every week! How lucky are you!!! I don't know what we're having... DS has his spring program/preschool graduation tonight, so maybe I should get off the computer and go and make dinner and get everyone ready!:eek:
 
Teresa Lynn said:
tortilla soup, drunken beans, queso, guacamole & fajitas
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What are drunken beans?
 
ChefPaulaB said:
Wow! :love: You have "Steak Night" We have that maybe once a month in the summer! You get it every week! How lucky are you!!! I don't know what we're having... DS has his spring program/preschool graduation tonight, so maybe I should get off the computer and go and make dinner and get everyone ready!:eek:
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There's only 2 of us, so it's not a huge splurge. Especially because I buy the whole untrimmed beef tenderloin at Costco and cut it myself. I cut the steaks a little thinner than DH would prefer, but they're about 3-4 ounces each. And I know it's at least one meal a week that DH will be happy with.
 
Trying the Hawaiian Chicken in the microwave (will report on it's results in the Deep Covered Baker Recipes thread later...others "want to know!") over rice, and probably some quick simple steamed veggie. (I'm in the middle of coring 40 lbs of strawberries so trying to keep it simple!!) Probably will throw a french loaf in the oven too just to 'round it out'. Not messing with a salad. And we have leftover Pineapple Torte (or strawberries!) for dessert :D
 
meganmcg said:
Hey Michelle! You will probably want to double recipe or make something like biscuit bites to go along with. It is filling but the 3/4# only makes about 3 adult servings (considering the husbands for one "larger" serving). I haven't made the croutons that go with the recipe, that could help stretch it out some as well.
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Thanks, Megan that was the perfect call to double. It was just the right amount and I dug some curly fries out of the freezer to serve with. Boy was I popular! (I also decided I'd rather poke my eye out than go to the grocery store just for things to make croutons with so we omitted that part.

The baby was clearly annoyed though being made to eat mushed green beans while everyone ate cheeseburger salad :D
 
drunken beans1 pound pinto beans washed and picked thru1 large onion diced2 jalepenos diced1 bunch fresh cilantro snipped4 cloves garlic crushed1 tbsp salt1 pound salt pork3 cans chicken broth1 jar green salsa2 tsps cumin1 bottle beer1 can stewed or diced tomatoesDump the beans in a large stockpot.Add beer, broth and enough water to cover with about 2" of liquid.Bring to a boil add salt porkboil for 1 houradd remaining ingredients cook until tenderafter they are cooked if you prefer refried beans use a slotted spoon and add them to a large hot skillet mash with a potato masher heat thoroughl
 
Teresa Lynn said:
drunken beans

1 pound pinto beans washed and picked thru

1 large onion diced

2 jalepenos diced

1 bunch fresh cilantro snipped

4 cloves garlic crushed

1 tbsp salt

1 pound salt pork

3 cans chicken broth

1 jar green salsa

2 tsps cumin

1 bottle beer

1 can stewed or diced tomatoes

Dump the beans in a large stockpot.

Add beer, broth and enough water to cover with about 2" of liquid

.Bring to a boil add salt pork

boil for 1 hour

add remaining ingredients cook until tender

after they are cooked if you prefer refried beans use a slotted spoon and add them to a large hot skillet mash with a potato masher heat thoroughl
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Thanks for the recipe, they sound good, will have to try them out!
 
ButterflyVioletta said:
Thanks, Megan that was the perfect call to double. It was just the right amount and I dug some curly fries out of the freezer to serve with. Boy was I popular! (I also decided I'd rather poke my eye out than go to the grocery store just for things to make croutons with so we omitted that part.

The baby was clearly annoyed though being made to eat mushed green beans while everyone ate cheeseburger salad :D
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I'm picturing the baby glaring at you all and thinking of spitting out those green beans! LOL Hope he (or she!) gets some teeth soon :)
 
thanks you gave me an idea for dinner tonight.....I'm new to this thing and I love all the ideas I'm getting...
Thanks,
 

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What are some quick chicken and veggie stir-fry recipes?

A quick chicken and veggie stir-fry can be made by sautéing bite-sized pieces of chicken breast with your choice of vegetables like bell peppers, broccoli, and snap peas. Add soy sauce, garlic, and ginger for flavor. Serve it over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Can I make a one-pan chicken and veggie dish?

Absolutely! You can create a one-pan chicken and veggie dish by placing chicken thighs or breasts on a baking sheet with chopped vegetables such as carrots, zucchini, and potatoes. Drizzle with olive oil, season with herbs, and roast in the oven until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are tender.

What are some healthy chicken and veggie dinner ideas?

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How can I use leftover chicken and veggies for dinner?

Leftover chicken and veggies can be transformed into a delicious chicken soup or casserole. Simply add them to a pot with broth, seasonings, and any additional vegetables you have on hand. For a casserole, mix the leftovers with rice or pasta, top with cheese, and bake until bubbly.

What spices can I use to enhance chicken and veggie dishes?

To enhance the flavor of your chicken and veggie dishes, consider using spices like paprika, cumin, Italian seasoning, or a blend of garlic powder and onion powder. Fresh herbs like basil, cilantro, or parsley can also add a fresh touch to your meals.

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