BECKY LUIGART STAYNER

No matter how much planning is involved,weeknight dinnerscan be stressful.

From a cheesy chicken casserole toflavorful salmon,these are the ten they make on repeat.

I’ll add couscous or brown rice for a starchy side, and everybody’s happy!"

Lemon-Rosemary-Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

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I usually make it at least once a month.

It’s so easy and so delicious, even with sad winter zucchini.

Just don’t use pre-grated cheese.

Honey-Soy-Glazed Salmon With Veggies And Oranges

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It really does have to be grated fresh."

They taste like our own mini tailgate, even in the dead of winter.

Plus, it creates enough leftovers to get me through lunch for the rest of the week."

Southern Living Poppy Seed Chicken in a bowl to serve

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Sometimes I add the shrimp if I have them in the freezer, and sometimes I leave them out.

In a pinch, canned whole tomatoes work well, too!

Just give them a gentle squeeze with your hands before adding them to the skillet.

Southern Living Zucchini Pasta on a plate to serve

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It’s a weeknight winner."

Southern Living Smoky Pork-and-Greens Stew

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Southern Living Sheet Pan Nachos scooping the chips off of the pan

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Quick Turkey Chili

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Shrimp and Burst Cherry Tomato Pasta

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Southern Living Slow Cooker Brisket Chili in the bowl to serve

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Southern LIving Million Dollar Chicken and Rice in the pan ready to serve

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