5 Crispy, Crunchy Weeknight Dinners

Monday: Roasted Chicken & Crispy Sprouts

Crisped chicken skin? Check. Crisped veggies? Check. This easy, one-pan meal is one you'll be making again and again.

Recipe: Try our Roasted Chicken & Crispy Sprouts

Tuesday: Crispy Gnocchi with Mushrooms & Arugula

How do you make little fried dough balls even more delicious? You crisp 'em! Add some parmesan and sautéed vegetables for the ultimate quick comfort food.

Recipe: Try our Crispy Gnocchi with Mushrooms & Arugula

Wednesday: Veal Scallops with Marsala Cream Sauce

There's nothing like a good, crunchy piece of toast – especially when it's topped with super thin veal scallops, veggies, herbs, and a boozy sauce.

Recipe: Try our Veal Scallops with Marsala Cream Sauce

Thursday: Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Homemade hard tacos not enough of a crunch for you? Luckily this flavor-packed recipe calls for slices of juicy, crunchy celery, too! (Mouth watering yet?)

Recipe: Try our Buffalo Chicken Tacos

Friday: Japanese Crispy Tuna Steaks with Stir-Fried Green Beans 

Crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside! This yum-o tuna gets an extra flavor boost from a tangy sauce and seasoned green beans.

Recipe: Try our Japanese Crispy Tuna Steaks with Stir-Fried Green Beans

Shopping List

For the roast chicken & crispy sprouts:

• 1 lemon
• 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
• 3/4 lb. Brussels sprouts
• 3 shallots
• 3 tbsp. olive oil
• 2 tsp. fresh thyme leaves

For the crispy gnocchi with mushrooms & arugula:

• 1 tbsp. olive oil
• 12 oz. sliced mixed mushrooms
• 2 shallots
• 2 tsp. each chopped fresh rosemary and fresh sage
• 3 tbsp. butter
• 16 oz. refrigerated gnocchi
• 1 1/2 cups baby arugula
• Shredded Parmesan

For the veal scallops with marsala cream sauce:

• About 4 tbsp. EVOO
• 12 thin veal scallops (about 24 oz. total)
• Salt and pepper
• 1 cup flour
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 pound cremini mushrooms
• 2 shallots
• 2 tablespoons thyme
• 2 - 3 large cloves garlic
• 1/2 cup marsala
• 1/3 cup heavy cream
• 4 slices good-quality whole-wheat bread
• 1/4 cup chopped chives

For the buffalo chicken tacos:

• 1 tbsp. plus 1 1/2 tsp. mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp. buttermilk
• 2 ribs celery
• 8 corn tortillas
• 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
• 3 tbsp. hot sauce
• 2 tbsp. butter
• 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese

For the tuna steaks with stir-fried green beans:

• 1/2 cup aquafaba mayonnaise or regular mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp. Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp. soy sauce, shoyu, or tamari
• 1 tbsp. sriracha
• 1 tsp. fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp. ground ginger
• 1 clove garlic
• Salt and pepper
• 1 lb. trimmed green beans or haricots verts (small green beans)
• 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 3 tbsp. white or black sesame seeds
• 1 tsp. chili powder or crushed red pepper
• 1 tsp. granulated garlic
• 1 tsp. granulated onion
• 1 tsp. ground ginger
• 4 sushi-grade tuna steaks
• About 1/4 cup plus 3 tbsp. safflower, peanut, or canola oil
• 6 scallions
• 3 tbsp. soy sauce, shoyu, or tamari
• 2 tbsp. mirin or rice wine vinegar
• 2 tsp. toasted sesame oil
• Finely chopped chives