10 Best Dinner Ideas for a Delicious Meal

A hectic week calls for an easy dinner recipe. But easy doesn't always have to be boring, right? We all know the feeling once we step inside our homes and finally have the time to listen to what our tummy says. The moment the realization occurs, we reach out for the nearest packet of instant noodles or cook your favourite combination of eggs and bread. But, does it have to be the same thing everyday? With these extremely easy and delicious dinner ideas you will have plenty of time to bond with your family, sit back, relax and enjoy a good meal! These dinner ideas work great for both busy weeknights and weekends when you’re lazy. You can always do the preparations in advance so that you save time while cooking. All the recipes are quick to make and the final dish is truly lip-smacking. Here are our 10 best dinner ideas you can try for a delicious meal.1. Dahi Lasooni ChickenDahi Lasooni Chicken is a great dinner idea that will be ready in less than 30 minutes. With juicy chunks of chicken marinated in curd, ginger and garlic paste, this dish is perfect for a high-protein dinner.(Also read: 10 Best South Indian Dinner Recipes)
2. Shahi Egg Curry RecipeShahi Egg Curry is as comforting as it looks. Easy to make, this recipe has an aroma to die for! With a hint of Kasoori methi, Shahi Egg Curry is sure to win the hearts of all the egg lovers on the dinner table.
 
3. Kathal Biryani RecipeThe food that looks good, tastes good. And this version of a Kathal Biryani is the dinner idea after a hectic and tiring day. In 3 simple steps, you will get a biryani that's full of aroma and flavor, enough to impress everyone. It makes for a rich and wholesome one-pot meal.
 
4. Low Fat Pepper Chicken Dry RecipeThis low fat pepper chicken is a great dinner idea straight from Andhra Pradesh, especially for those who are health conscious. It is mildly spiced and has a delicate flavor._{Andhra style chicken marinated in pepper and turmeric, easy to make and even easier to eat!}5. Eggplant Parmigiana RecipeEggplant is baked in layers with lots of cheese and served with garlic bread and rocket salad.
 _{Baked eggplant with layers of cheese and herbs.}6.Spaghetti Meat Balls RecipeA classic Italian dish which consists of lamb meat balls, spaghetti and tangy tomato sauce. It tastes delicious and is absolutely worth a try!
 Ditch pizza, let's put Italy on a plate with Spaghetti and meat balls for a wholesome meal.7. Konkani Grilled Fish​This is probably the easiest dinner idea which involves grilled fish, that you will ever find. Sea bass fillet are rubbed with an aromatic Konkani masala and grilled to perfection. Serve with a juicy orange salad to complete your meal.
 _{Relish the taste of this flavorful dinner idea and show-off your cooking skills!}8. Tomato PaneerThis is a low-fat vegetarian dinner idea where chunks of cottage cheese are cooked in olive oil with some capsicums and mild spices.
 _{A low fat paneer recipe that is worth every calorie.}9. Baked Spinach and CornThis is a stand-alone meal for a weekend dinner party. Your guests will love to dig into layers of spinach, corn and cheese.
 _{A lightening speed dinner idea for all those sudden plans!}10. Hariyali Machli With Onion PulaoA fillet of fish is cooked in an aromatic sauce and topped with lemon and green chillies. Serve it with some sweet onion pulao for a satisfying meal.
 _{Fish cooked in aromatic sauce made of mint, coriander and chilli.}The best part about each of these recipes is that you don't have to be a Michelin star chef to cook these. Just get the ingredients right and the induction plate would do the rest for you! With these dinner ideas at hand, you are sure to have plenty of time to relax and have fun. Make sure you bookmark them.Disclaimer:The opinions expressed within this article are the personal opinions of the author. NDTV is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, suitability, or validity of any information on this article. All information is provided on an as-is basis. The information, facts or opinions appearing in the article do not reflect the views of NDTV and NDTV does not assume any responsibility or liability for the same.