Basilmomma

Have a Plan……

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I can truly appreciate an easy, quick, light dinner.  It seems like by the time I get home, sort through the mail, empty backpack and lunchboxes, help with homework, and do a little housework it is 6 PM and dinner is far from ready.

I, for one, am not a fan of eating dinner late.  I like to have it on the table, eaten and cleaned up by 7:30.  A lofty goal, I know, but an attainable one if you plan ahead.

I try to map out a few dinner ideas before  I start each new week.  I think it helps to keep me on track and also helps when I go to the grocery store or the farmers market.  If I go with a meal plan and a list I tend to not over buy!

This is an easy, family friendly dish that I saw in BHG Magazine.  Start the simple marinade the night before and when you get home simply place in the oven or grill.  Add a side of veggies or a salad and dinner is done.  It is so nice to come home to a meal that is easy to get on the table.

Chicken Breasts in a Green Onion Marinade

4 whole chicken legs or split breasts, skin removed. Mine were from Simpsons Family Farms, Martinsville, Indiana
1/2 C chopped green onions, white and green portions
1/4 C olive oil
Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper

In a plastic bag or shallow dish add all of the ingredients to marinade for at least 8 hours in the refrigerator.
Grill or bake, as desired.

This was super simple, very flavorful and best of all we ate every bit!