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The Lazy Cook's Guide to Fast Weeknight Dinners

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12) Make it A Mug Meal

When you're cooking for one, try out the ol' mug meal trick. There are plenty of single serving recipes you can cook in the microwave this way, and even if you're not a college kid anymore, it still beats having to dirty up some pots and pans. You can also make dessert in a mug, if you've got a sweet tooth after dinner. Here are 30 mug recipes to make your life easier.


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VIDEO: Chicken Quesadillas

These quick and easy chicken quesadillas are the perfect, last-minute family dinner!

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/2 cup of tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup of chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp. of Mexican spice mix
  • 4 Tortillas
  • Cheddar
  • Salt, to taste

METHOD:

  1. Put shredded chicken breast, tomato sauce, chives, and mexican spice mix in a bowl and mix together.
  2. Lay out the tortillas. Place a slice of cheddar in the center, and cover with the chicken mix.
  3. Fold up tortillas, and heat in a frying pan until golden.
  4. Enjoy!