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#### **Instructions**:
1. **Preheat the oven**: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. **Season the chicken and vegetables**: On a sheet pan, toss the chicken strips, bell peppers, and onions with olive oil, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3. **Roast**: Spread the mixture evenly on the sheet pan. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are tender.
4. **Serve**: Warm the tortillas in the oven for a few minutes or on the stovetop. Serve the chicken and veggies on the tortillas and garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.
#### **Why This Recipe Works**:
With only one pan to clean, sheet pan chicken fajitas make weeknight cooking easy. The fajitas come together quickly, and the flavors are bold and delicious.
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### **6. Simple Beef Tacos**
**Time Needed**: 20 minutes
**Difficulty**: Easy
Beef tacos are a classic weeknight meal that is both quick and satisfying. You can assemble the tacos in less than 20 minutes, and everyone can customize their toppings to suit their taste.
#### **Ingredients**:
– 1 lb ground beef
– 1 packet taco seasoning
– 1/4 cup water
– Taco shells or tortillas
– Lettuce, shredded
– Shredded cheese
– Diced tomatoes
– Sour cream, for topping
– Salsa or hot sauce, optional
#### **Instructions**:
1. **Cook the beef**: In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat. Drain the excess fat and add the taco seasoning and water. Stir well and simmer for 5-7 minutes.
2. **Assemble the tacos**: Spoon the seasoned beef into taco shells or tortillas. Top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes, and sour cream.
3. **Serve**: Add salsa or hot sauce if desired.
#### **Why This Recipe Works**:
Beef tacos are a quick and easy dinner option for busy nights. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep, they’re a crowd-pleasing meal that can be made in under 20 minutes.
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### **Conclusion**
When life gets hectic, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen. Luckily, there are plenty of quick and easy recipes that can be made in 30 minutes or less. Whether you’re cooking for one or a family, these simple and delicious meals offer a satisfying solution for busy nights.
From stir-fries and tacos to sheet pan dinners and pastas
, these recipes allow you to enjoy a homemade meal without sacrificing flavor or quality. The best part is that they are all highly adaptable, meaning you can use whatever ingredients you have on hand. So the next time you’re facing a busy night, don’t stress about dinner—just pick one of these recipes and enjoy a tasty meal in no time!
