Dinner can be difficult meal, especially after a full day of work. You’re tired and the last thing you want to do is stand around in the kitchen all evening. If you think that you do not have time to plan out a healthy meal for you or your family, think again. There are many easy healthy dinner choices that do not require a lot of time.

First, many ovens today have timers to start baking at a certain time, they may be set to bake sweet potatoes that you have already put in the night before or that morning. Set it to start baking an hour before you are due home and part of your meal is taken care of already.

Crock pots are great for slow cooking over the day and when you get home, your meal is finished. There are many entrees with vegetables and lean meats, such as chicken or turkey breast, that are available using this method. These are nutritious and can be put in ahead of time so you are not rushed when you get home.

Also, try cooking meals or parts of your meals ahead of time. Make extras so you have leftovers for your lunch or dinner the next day. Foods like chicken can be cooked ahead of time and used in all sorts of dishes such as salads, sandwiches, wraps, stir fries, and more. Sweet potatoes stay great for many days. Or mix up some tuna for sandwiches or to eat with crackers. There are many different options, just find some foods you like and make extras to use later in the week. It’s all about planning ahead.

So there are some easy healthy dinner ideas.