5 Budget-Friendly Dinner Recipes for Two

Dinner for Two on a Budget

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Honey Chicken Wings with Brussels Sprouts

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Mexican Bean Salad with Tortilla Chips

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Zucchini Stir Fry with Sesame Seeds

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Teriyaki Chicken and Rice Bowl

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Easy Orange Chicken with Noodles

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5 Budget-Friendly Dinner Recipes for Two

Dinner for Two on a Budget

You don’t need to spend a lot of money or time to make a satisfying and healthy dinner for two. These 5 recipes are cheap, easy, and full of flavor.

Honey Chicken Wings with Brussels Sprouts

01.

Spice up your chicken wings with honey, garlic, and smoked paprika. Serve with roasted Brussels sprouts for a low-carb and high-fiber side dish.

Mexican Bean Salad with Tortilla Chips

02.

This colorful and protein-packed salad is ready in minutes. Just toss black beans, corn, tomatoes, avocado, and cilantro with a zesty dressing.

Zucchini Stir Fry with Sesame Seeds

03.

For a meatless and gluten-free option, try this zucchini stir fry with garlic, soy sauce, and sesame seeds.

Teriyaki Chicken and Rice Bowl

04.

Make your own teriyaki sauce with garlic, ginger, soy sauce, vinegar, brown sugar, and honey.

Easy Orange Chicken with Noodles

05.

This orange chicken is sweet, tangy, and crispy. It’s made with simple ingredients like orange juice, cornstarch, and ketchup.

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