Here are three easy-to-prepare and healthy recipes for your busy weeknights: Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli, Turkey Chili, and Baked Salmon with Asparagus. These dishes are flavorful, nutritious, and won't take up too much of your time.

Easy and Healthy Home-Cooked Recipes for Busy Weeknights

When you're short on time but still want to enjoy a healthy, home-cooked meal, it's important to have some go-to recipes that are quick and easy to prepare. Here are three delicious options that won't take up too much of your valuable weeknight time:

1. Garlic Shrimp with Broccoli

This simple yet flavorful dish comes together in just 20 minutes!

Ingredients:

  * 1 pound peeled and deveined shrimp

  * 3 cloves garlic, minced

  * 1 head broccoli, cut into florets

  * 2 tablespoons olive oil

  * Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  2. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.

  3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  4. In the same skillet, add the broccoli florets and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.

  5. Return the shrimp to the skillet and toss with the broccoli.

  6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

2. Turkey Chili

This hearty chili is perfect for chilly evenings and can be made in one pot for easy cleanup.

Ingredients:

  * 1 pound ground turkey

  * 1 onion, diced

  * 2 cloves garlic, minced

  * 1 can diced tomatoes

  * 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

  * 1 tablespoon chili powder

  * 1 teaspoon cumin

  * Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. In a large pot, brown the ground turkey over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.

  2. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, chili powder, and cumin. Bring to a boil.

  4. Reduce heat and simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

3. Baked Salmon with Asparagus

This sheet pan dinner is not only healthy but also incredibly easy to make!

Ingredients:

  * 4 salmon fillets

  * 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed

  * 2 tablespoons olive oil

  * Lemon wedges for serving

  * Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Place the salmon fillets and asparagus on a large sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Roast in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and the asparagus is tender.

  4. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over the top.