Jennifer Pallian

Weeknight meal prep can be easy—really! These three hands-off recipes will set you up for a whole week of delicious dinners.

These no-fuss burritos come together quickly thanks to precooked beans. To make them more filling—or to stretch to more servings—add 1/3 cup of cooked rice to each burrito.

This vibrant, Thai-inspired curry is a weeknight go-to, combining creamy coconut milk, fresh vegetables and a touch of lime. Precooked chicken cuts down on prep, bringing together a flavour-packed meal in no time.

This hearty paella marries chorizo, chicken and saffron rice for a zesty one-pan dish.

Creamy, comforting and packed with chicken, broccoli and rice, this one-skillet casserole is the perfect blend of flavour and texture.

This hearty soup makes for a quick and warming weeknight meal. It’s also a great way to use up leftover roast chicken.

Olive oil brings a deep, satisfying creaminess to these beans, which can serve as a building block to countless meals.

A slow, gentle cook transforms chicken into something deeply tender and rich. Low heat keeps the meat juicy while breaking down collagen for an ultra silky texture.

These succulent candied nuggets are perfect for topping a salad or serving alongside rice with a green vegetable.

Using the pasta method for making rice results in fluffy, tender grains every time. This method also works well for quinoa, farro and barley.

This notoriously tricky holiday dessert is made easier by removing the most difficult step of the process.

These sugared cranberries are the perfect garnish for almost any holiday dessert (but they're pretty good for snacking, too!).