If you need some inspiration for a weekly dinner plan, here are 7 easy family dinner ideas! Click on the recipes below for the print friendly versions and the make ahead and leftover instructions.

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Creamy Garlic Chicken plated with mash potato and green beans

Creamy Garlic Chicken

4.97 from 124 votes
Perfectly cooked chicken in an easy, creamy garlic sauce. Creamy Garlic Chicken is on the table in less than 20 minutes!
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Black Bean Burritos

Black Bean Burritos

5 from 14 votes
These fast Black Bean Burritos are packed with Tex-Mex/Mexican-inspired flavours and are made with wholesome, budget-friendly ingredients. The black bean filling is freezer-friendly, making these burritos perfect for meal prep. The tortillas are served with a creamy avocado dip for the perfect weeknight family dinner.
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Crispy Sweet Chilli Chicken

Crispy Sweet Chilli Chicken

4.77 from 34 votes
This quick and easy Crispy Sweet Chilli Chicken recipe is the perfect weeknight dinner for when you are wanting to skip the takeaway and eat a comforting meal at home. 
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beef and vegetables in a glossy teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Speedy Beef Teriyaki

5 from 3 votes
This quick and easy Speedy Beef Teriyaki is a family favourite made with either homemade or store-bought teriyaki sauce. Ready in under 20 minutes, it’s the perfect dinner for busy weeknights!
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Portuguese Chicken Burger

Portuguese Chicken Burger

5 from 4 votes
Here's a healthier, homemade version of the ever-popular Portuguese Chicken Burger. Crumbed chicken is cooked to golden perfection, then served in buns with cheese, mayo and your favourite fresh toppings. And it's all done in 20 minutes!
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Creamy Lemon Tortellini

Creamy Lemon Tortellini

5 from 6 votes
This wholesome and satisfying Creamy Lemon Tortellini recipe is unbelievably fast, being on the table in just 15 minutes. It's the perfect vegetarian weeknight family dinner to make at the end of a long day.
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Mediterranean Pizza

Mediterranean Pizza

5 from 1 vote
Using the shortcut of store-bought bases, you can have these delicious, family-friendly pizzas on the table in just 17 minutes … and for a fraction of the cost of takeout. This Mediterranean Pizza recipe sees the bases topped with salami, mushrooms, olives, capsicum (bell pepper) and herbs, with plenty of other customisable suggestions.
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