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    Quick and Easy Paleo Recipes for Busy Weeknights

    Pure Paleo Path

    After a long day, the last thing you want is to spend hours in the kitchen. Luckily, the Paleo lifestyle doesn’t mean complicated meals or fancy ingredients. With a few go-to recipes and some smart prep, you can enjoy flavorful, nourishing dinners without the stress. Here are some quick and easy Paleo recipes perfect for those hectic weeknights.

    1. Garlic Herb Chicken Thighs with Roasted Veggies

    Ingredients:

    • Chicken thighs (bone-in or boneless)
    • Olive oil
    • Garlic, minced
    • Fresh herbs (rosemary, thyme, parsley)
    • Salt and pepper
    • Broccoli, carrots, and bell peppers

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 400°F.
    2. Toss chicken with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
    3. Place on a baking sheet with chopped vegetables.
    4. Roast for 25-30 minutes until chicken is golden and veggies are tender.

    2. Zucchini Noodles with Ground Turkey and Marinara

    Ingredients:

    • Zucchini (spiralized)
    • Ground turkey
    • Garlic
    • Paleo-friendly marinara sauce (no added sugar)
    • Olive oil

    Instructions:

    1. Sauté garlic and ground turkey in olive oil until fully cooked.
    2. Add marinara sauce and let simmer.
    3. Sauté zucchini noodles for 2-3 minutes until tender.
    4. Serve meat sauce over zoodles.

    3. One-Pan Salmon with Asparagus and Lemon

    Ingredients:

    • Salmon fillets
    • Asparagus
    • Lemon slices
    • Olive oil
    • Salt and pepper

    Instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
    2. Place salmon and asparagus on a sheet pan.
    3. Drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and top with lemon slices.
    4. Bake for 15-18 minutes.

    4. Paleo Taco Lettuce Wraps

    Ingredients:

    • Ground beef or turkey
    • Taco seasoning (homemade with chili powder, cumin, garlic, paprika)
    • Romaine or butter lettuce leaves
    • Avocado, diced tomatoes, red onion

    Instructions:

    1. Cook ground meat with seasoning until browned.
    2. Spoon into lettuce leaves and top with your favorite toppings.
    3. Serve as handheld wraps.

    5. Sweet Potato and Sausage Skillet

    Ingredients:

    • Pre-cooked Paleo sausage (check ingredients)
    • Sweet potatoes, diced
    • Bell peppers, onions
    • Coconut oil

    Instructions:

    1. Heat coconut oil in a skillet.
    2. Sauté sweet potatoes until tender.
    3. Add sausage, peppers, and onions. Cook until veggies are soft.

    6. Cauliflower Fried Rice

    Ingredients:

    • Riced cauliflower
    • Eggs
    • Carrots, peas, green onions
    • Coconut aminos
    • Sesame oil

    Instructions:

    1. Scramble eggs and set aside.
    2. Stir-fry veggies in sesame oil.
    3. Add cauliflower rice and cook until soft.
    4. Mix in scrambled eggs and coconut aminos.

    Tips for Success on Busy Nights

    • Prep Ahead: Chop veggies, pre-cook proteins, or spiralize noodles on the weekend.
    • Use One-Pan or One-Pot Meals: They save time and cut down on dishes.
    • Keep Staples on Hand: Canned tuna, frozen veggies, and riced cauliflower are perfect for last-minute meals.
    • Double Your Recipes: Freeze extras for even quicker future meals.

    Eating Paleo doesn’t mean spending hours cooking. With these quick and easy recipes, you can stick to your healthy lifestyle even when time is tight.

    For more delicious Paleo ideas and resources, check out our Cookbooks & Recipes category.

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