6 Fast Easy Fresh Recipes, from Roast Salmon to Braised Chicken

Too often, we make food for our families that's ho-hum, like breaded chicken, plain salmon with rice, or pasta with some veggies tossed in. But it's easy to bring a little excitement into the kitchen in small, easy ways. A flavorful chicken braise. A spicy, briny vinaigrette for fish. A salad full of fresh herbs and caraway seeds. Adding one or two unexpected elements to a dish is all it takes to turn a weeknight dinner into a meal fit for company. Here are six recipes that are fit for family or for dinner guests alike.