Even the best easy dinner recipes like mac and cheese and *all* the healthy slow cooker concoctions can get boring when you cook them night after night. That’s why we suggest you spice things up with these easy dinner recipes that totally satisfy! These quick and easy dinner ideas will give you major inspiration for those nights when you’re drawing a blank on what to make and need a quick weeknight dinneron the table, stat.
Scroll on for 47 quick and easy dinner recipes that make mealtime a breeze!
What’s the easiest thing to cook for dinner?
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In our experience, meals that feature a bunch of different ingredients thrown together (think poke bowls, burrito bowls, stews, and salads) end up being the easiest options to cook for dinner. Plus, they’re a great way to clear out any leftovers you may have from the fridge!
What can I cook in 10 minutes?
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Easy meals like air fryer salmon, scrambled eggs and toast, and our risotto cupscan be made in 10 minutes or less. You probably won’t be able to make something like a chicken breast or casserole in 10 minutes, but that doesn’t mean your dinner still can’t be delicious!
What can I cook in 30 minutes?
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In addition to the 10-minute meals mentioned above, there are plenty of recipes you can make in 30 minutes (some of them are right on this list!). You can also check out our Instant Pot Recipes and Air Fryer Recipes for some more quick and delicious meals.
What meals can I make for $5?
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Meals like canned soup, frozen veggies, bagged salads, and other single-serve, pre-assembled meals usually fall under $5. Frozen pizza and spaghetti with marinara sauce are some other great hearty options!
Easy Dinner Recipes To Make Tonight
Brittany Griffin
Instant Pot Creamy Chicken Pasta
We love a good Instant Pot meal, and this creamy and delicious pasta dish does not disappoint. It’s great for any day of the week, and the leftovers save really well to last you all week! (via Anna Monette Roberts for Brit + Co)
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Heart-Shaped Pizza
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20-Minute Vegan Nachos
Nachos that have no animal byproducts and only take 20 minutes? BRB — we’re adding this to our easy dinner recipes lineup for the week. (via Brit + Co)
Brittany Griffin
Pressure Cooker Vegan Chili
Easy dinner recipes are supposed to be simple. Just dump the ingredients for this pick into your pressure cooker, and you’ll have enough food to feed a family, all in less than 30 minutes. (via Anna Monette Roberts for Brit + Co)
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Mango Shrimp Curry
A jar of mango chutney acts as the base of this flavorful shrimp stir-fry. Talk about summery goodness! (via Brit + Co)
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Pancetta Pasta
This hearty, saucy, and salty pasta inspired by none other than Food Network star Giada De Laurentiis is the perfect easy dinner idea to whip up on chilly nights. You can make some easy swaps if you don’t have pancetta or Pecorino on-hand, using bacon and Parmesan instead. (via Brit + Co)
Easy Dinner Recipes To Try This Week
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Vegan Veggie Sausage Foil Packs
Whether you cook them on the grill or in the oven, these foil packets require no cleanup. That’s why they’re one of the best easy dinner recipes to keep in your back pocket! (via Justina Huddleston for Brit + Co)
Ashley Bare
Thai Basil Stir-Fry
Punchy Thai basil, chiles, and garlic add a burst of flavor to this simple ground chicken stir-fry. Serve with sticky white rice, so you can soak up every last bit of sauce. (via Ashley Bare for Brit + Co)
Justina Huddleston
4-Ingredient Vegan Baked Ziti
Bake your pasta without having to boil it beforehand by giving it a quick soak. You’ll be surprised at how much time you save with this easy dinner idea. (via Brit + Co)
Brittany Griffin
Keto Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps
A rotisserie chicken cuts a lot of the labor involved in assembling these lettuce wraps. You can even use canned chicken if a rotisserie is out of reach. Add blue cheese crumbles and walnuts for a meal that’s a little more elegant than your usual chicken salad. (via Anna Monette Roberts for Brit + Co)
Audrey Bruno
Cacio e Pepe Chickpeas
Get the classic flavor of cacio e pepe in even less time than usual. Skip waiting for a pot of pasta water to boil, and swap your noodles for chickpeas instead. They have more protein, too! (via Audrey Bruno for Brit + Co)
Jessi Devenyns
Foil Pack Chicken & Broccoli
Seasoned with your favorite spices or marinade, these flexible chicken and broccoli packets can be changed up every time you make them for dinner. (via Jessi Devenyns for Brit + Co)
Justina Huddleston
Vegan Sheet-Pan German Sausage and Veggies
Hearty vegan cooking doesn’t have to take forever. Whip out your handy sheet-pan, and you’ll be eating this medley of veggie sausage, potatoes, and cabbage in about 45 mostly hands-off minutes. (via Justina Huddleston for Brit + Co)
Munchkin Time
Easy Chicken Piccata
Whip up your this easy dinner recipe in just over a half hour with a cast iron pan! A side of pasta or mashed potatoes completes the meal perfectly. (via Munchkin Time)
The Cozy Cook
Chicken Scallopini
This classic pasta dish stars a few secret convenient ingredients you probably have in your pantry already. (via The Cozy Cook)
Foodal
Lemon Chicken Quinoa Bowls
Loaded with veggies, these protein-packed lemon chicken quinoa bowls fill you up while fueling your body with good stuff. (via Foodal)
Fannetastic Food
Quinoa Taco Salad
Skip the fried tortilla bowl, and add extra nutrition to your taco salad by including a healthy dose of quinoa. If you’re still craving some crunch, sprinkle in a handful of pepitas. (via Fannetastic Food)
Inside the Rustic Kitchen
Tuna Panzanella
Adding a little protein to your favorite Italian bread salad makes it into a full meal. Use oil-packed Italian tuna for a luxurious touch. (via Inside the Rustic Kitchen)
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