If the only thing that’s keeping you from preparing for that much awaited dinner party is the fact that all the ingredients listed on your dinner recipe cook books will undoubtedly deplete all your piggybank savings then worry no more because there are actually cheap dinner recipes available out there if you will just to be creative and do a bit of research to make your pricey meals turn into cheap and affordable ones without compromising its taste. Here are some cheap dinner recipes to help you with your dinner plans and preparations.
This tangy orange-glazed chicken recipe is one possible entrée for your dinner party. Don’t get intimidate with its title and don’t disregard it thinking that it will cost you much. As a matter of fact, this meal would only cost you less than a dollar for every serving. This recipe can cater to about 6 people and the preparation time would be an estimated 25 minutes and the grilling will take 10 minutes. For the ingredients, you will need the following:
6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (approximately 6 oz each)
1/3 cup orange juice (any brand will do, the cheaper, the better)
1 teaspoon salt (this should be divided)
3/4 teaspoon pepper (this should be divided)
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup maple syrup
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon grated orange peel
In preparing for this meal, you will need a small saucepan. Combine altogether the vinegar, mustard, maple syrup, and orange juice, ½ tsp of salt and ¼ tsp of pepper. Wait until it boils and continue to cook until the liquid will be reduced to about half a cup. Approximated time is 5 minutes. Add the orange peel and the basil and continue to stir the mixture. Remove it from heat and then let it cool and set aside. Take the chicken and dab some salt and pepper on it. Grill it on the oven over medium heat for about 5 to 7 minutes on every side and brushing it with the orange mixture from time to time. As soon as the meat thermometer reaches to about 170°, you can then remove the chicken and serve. You can add some rice on the sides if you want or place it on top of a cupful of steamed mashed potatoes.
A lot of times we find ourselves burying our noses on cook books just to prepare for that exquisite dinner that everyone’s heard about. And a lot of times we get disappointed after computing for the costs for every dish that we’re about to make. Practicing frugality in the kitchen is as real as practicing frugality elsewhere.
Potato Bar Chilli Recipe is another delightful treat to tease your taste buds and if taste buds had the brains to think, they’ll probably believe that this meal is as expensive as the name it represents. Don’t let the presentation and the name of the recipe fool you because this recipe is so cheap that you can even make this an everyday snack or meal for the family. This recipe can reach to about 14 servings and the cooking time is an estimated 30 minutes. You will need:
Baked potatoes
1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 medium chopped onions
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons sugar
Salt and pepper to taste
1 medium chopped green pepper
1 can diced and undrained tomatoes
1 can undrained chili beans
For the directions, you will have to cook the beef together with the green peppers and onions over medium heat until the meat turns brown. You then drain the juices that came out from the meat. You can then add the beans, seasonings, sugar and the tomatoes. Wait until it boils and then subsequently reduce the heat into a simmer for about 20 minutes. Remove it from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes and then serve with baked potatoes.