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Be the weeknight dinner hero with this extensive list of quick dinner ideas to make every night deliciously successful, and hassle-free!

Collage of quick dinner ideas.

We Love Easy Meals!

Soups, salads, and sandwiches are go-to quick dinner ideas in our home. These tasty main dishes don’t take much time to put together making them perfect for busy nights. Most of these meals make great freezer meals, easily double the recipe when you have time and save one for when you don’t. Along the same lines, we love dinners that can be made in the morning and are ready when it’s time to eat (think crockpot!)

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Go-to Quick Dinner Ideas

From tortillas filled with cheese and chicken in our favorite quesadillas to simple white sauce pasta, there are plenty of easy and quick dinners to choose from!

1 Chicken Quesadilla

Chicken Quesadilla
Total Time: 12 minutes

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Our easy homemade chicken quesadilla recipe is cheesy, crispy, and packed with flavor—perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight meal!
4.97 from 309 votes
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2 Fettuccine Alfredo

Fettuccine Alfredo
Total Time: 35 minutes

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of this easy fettuccine alfredo that's on the table in only 30 minutes!
5 from 384 votes
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3 White Sauce Penna Pasta

White Sauce Penna Pasta
Total Time: 15 minutes

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This incredibly easy white sauce penne pasta is packed with deliciously cheesy flavor, loved by all, and on the table in only 20 minutes!
4.98 from 875 votes
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4 Easy Meatball Recipe

Easy Meatball Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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This easy meatball recipe delivers juicy, flavorful perfection with minimal effort, perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings.
5 from 207 votes
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5 Flautas

Flautas
Total Time: 25 minutes

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These crispy beef flautas have been enjoyed for generations – they're fried to perfection and ready to eat in under 30 minutes!
5 from 65 votes
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6 Best Grilled Cheese Recipe

Best Grilled Cheese Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes

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This best grilled cheese recipe is easy to make and loved by everyone. It's easily changed up, but this version is our go-to!
5 from 13 votes
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7 Chicken Tacos

Chicken Tacos
Total Time: 25 minutes

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Skip the wait and cost – whip up restaurant-quality chicken tacos at home in under 30 minutes for a satisfying crunch and explosion of flavor!
5 from 84 votes
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8 Hamburger Helper Recipe

Hamburger Helper Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

Better than the box, Homemade Hamburger Helper is a perfect one-pot meal that comes together in under 30 minutes!
4.97 from 62 votes
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9 Beef Stroganoff Recipe

Beef Stroganoff Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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This Easy Beef Stroganoff recipe is simple and flavorful. Served with egg noodles, this creamy stroganoff made in the slow cooker is a classic Sunday dinner recipe and is perfect to enjoy any night of the week.
5 from 21 votes
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10 Pizza Casserole

Pizza Casserole
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Easy cheesy pizza casserole is prepped in under 10 minutes and only requires 5 ingredients for a dinner win!
5 from 116 votes
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More Quick and Easy Dinner Ideas

I love to keep a collection of easy dinner recipes that I can pull out on those days when I’m stumped, especially ones that utilize pantry staples! You’ll love these simple ideas.

11 Corn Dog Recipe

Corn Dog Recipe
Total Time: 17 minutes

Recipe Video

This recipe is a beyond simple delicious hand-dipped corn dog making you never want to buy store-bought again!
5 from 112 votes
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12 Sloppy Joe Recipe

Sloppy Joe Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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This sloppy joe recipe is quick and easy, perfect for feeding a crowd! You'll make these meaty sandwiches from scratch every time. 
5 from 20 votes
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13 Italian Sausage Pasta

Italian Sausage Pasta
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

Easy cheesy Italian sausage pasta is creamy, delicious, and perfectly spiced. It's a family favorite ready in only 20 minutes!
4.99 from 254 votes
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14 Easy Baked Ziti

Easy Baked Ziti
Total Time: 55 minutes

Recipe Video

Easy baked ziti recipe is a meaty baked pasta smothered in a cream cheese tomato sauce. It's ready in 30 minutes and feeds a crowd!
5 from 14 votes
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15 Pasta Bake Recipe

Pasta Bake Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes

Recipe Video

Pasta Bake is a deliciously cheesy meal, perfect for any night, and one that the whole family will love and devour in no time!
5 from 31 votes
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16 Taco Soup Recipe

Taco Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Taco Soup is one of the EASIEST dinner recipes of all time! Just dump, simmer, and enjoy in under 20 minutes!
5 from 29 votes
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17 Walking Tacos Recipe

Walking Tacos Recipe
Total Time: 28 minutes

Recipe Video

Walking tacos are an easy grab-and-go meal that is full of flavor! They are no mess, easy to make, and perfect for large gatherings!!
5 from 8 votes
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18 Pigs in a Blanket

Pigs in a Blanket
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

Quick and easy pigs in a blanket bring that nostalgic, kid-approved dinner to the table in just 20 minutes, for a guaranteed family favorite!
5 from 181 votes
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19 English Muffin Pizzas

English Muffin Pizzas
Total Time: 15 minutes
Simple 5-ingredient English muffin pizzas are ready in only 15 minutes and freeze well for a quick and easy snack!
5 from 10 votes
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20 Mini Pizzas

Mini Pizzas
Total Time: 18 minutes
These bite-sized mini pizzas are topped with fresh tomatoes and basil and are on the table in only 20 minutes!
5 from 9 votes
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21 Crockpot BBQ Meatballs

Crockpot BBQ Meatballs
Total Time: 6 hours 5 minutes
Our sweet & savory crockpot bbq meatballs recipe are a hit at every party and only require 5 minutes of prep.
5 from 10 votes
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22 Tostada

Tostada
Total Time: 20 minutes

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An crunchy open-face tostada is topped with all of your favorite Mexican ingredients and on the table in 20 minutes!
5 from 23 votes
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23 Bean Burrito Recipe

Bean Burrito Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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This is Great Grandma's famous bean burrito recipe, filled with amped up creamy beans and on the table in 30 minutes!
5 from 52 votes
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24 Pizza Roll Ups Recipe

Pizza Roll Ups Recipe
Total Time: 22 minutes
Crazy fast and easy to make, these Pizza Roll Ups are oozing with cheese and pepperoni. They are tiny pockets of big flavor!
5 from 12 votes
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25 Cheeseburger Casserole

Cheeseburger Casserole
Total Time: 33 minutes
This 30-minute cheeseburger casserole with ground beef, pasta, and loads of cheese delivers all the burger flavor without the bun!
5 from 9 votes
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26 Bean Chimichangas Recipe

Bean Chimichangas Recipe
Total Time: 19 minutes
Easy and delicious Bean Chimichangas are filled with beans, cheese and ROTEL and they taste just like the ones at the restaurants!
5 from 5 votes
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27 Chicken Parmesan Sliders Recipe

Chicken Parmesan Sliders Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Deliciously cheesy Chicken Parmesan Sliders make a perfect appetizer, but can hold their own as a main dish too!
5 from 9 votes
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28 Mac and Cheese with Ham

Mac and Cheese with Ham
Total Time: 40 minutes
Hearty mac and cheese with ham is a deliciously cheesy baked casserole that will feed a crowd and is perfect for sharing!
5 from 10 votes
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29 Cheese Quesadilla

Cheese Quesadilla
Total Time: 10 minutes

Recipe Video

Look no further for the best cheese quesadilla! They are everything you want in a queso-filled golden brown slice of heaven.
5 from 9 votes
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30 Monte Cristo Sliders

Monte Cristo Sliders
Total Time: 40 minutes
Our favorite sandwich made mini – quick prep Monte Cristo sliders are sweet and savory for the ultimate party food!
4.89 from 9 votes
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31 Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe

Ham and Cheese Slider Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Our hot ham and cheese slider recipe is easy and on the table in 30 minutes – an absolutely addicting crowd favorite that disappears in a heartbeat!
5 from 98 votes
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32 Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe

Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Pepperoni Pizza Grilled Cheese is stuffed with mozzarella, pepperoni sandwiched between two pieces of buttery garlic toast. It's a fun twist on a classic.
5 from 54 votes
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Quick Dinner Ideas For Family

Feeding a family (especially a big one) can seem overwhelming at times. Casseroles and pasta recipes are always a success, but you’ll also love any of these tasty dishes.

33 Croque Monsieur

Croque Monsieur
Total Time: 15 minutes

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Croque Monsieur is not your typical ham and cheese sandwich! It has dijon mustard, an egg coating, and is fried for a hot and melty dish.
5 from 18 votes
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34 Teriyaki Pork Chop recipe

Teriyaki Pork Chop recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Simply sweet and savory teriyaki pork chops make the perfect dinner recipe and are ready in only 20 minutes!!
5 from 17 votes
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35 Fried Pork Chops Recipe

Fried Pork Chops Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes

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Simple pan fried pork chops in lemon butter sauce are crunchy on the outside and perfectly tender and delicious on the inside!
4.89 from 18 votes
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36 Ham and Bean Soup Recipe

Ham and Bean Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Easy ham and bean soup is perfect for using up leftover ham. It is warm, hearty, and full of savory flavors!
5 from 5 votes
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37 Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe

Creamy Tortellini Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Deliciously smooth & Creamy Tortellini Soup is cheesy, hearty and SO warm and delicious. Everyone loves this quick, easy soup!
5 from 9 votes
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38 Potato Corn Chowder Recipe

Potato Corn Chowder Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
This thick and creamy chowder is filled with bacon, corn, potatoes, and big flavor! The whole family will love Bacon Potato Corn Chowder.
4.95 from 17 votes
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39 Pasta Carbonara Recipe

Pasta Carbonara Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Pasta carbonara is a creamy and deliciously flavorful pasta dish that is on the table in under 30 minutes!
4.73 from 18 votes
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40 Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe

Spaghetti Aglio e Olio Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Spaghetti Aglio e Olio is one of the easiest pasta dishes you can make! It uses only 6 ingredients and takes less than 30 minutes to make!
5 from 7 votes
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41 Skillet Lasagna

Skillet Lasagna
Total Time: 30 minutes
Easy cheesy skillet lasagna is a one-pot wonder that's on the table in only 30 minutes for a quick comfort food any night of the week!
5 from 20 votes
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42 Hawaiian Haystacks

Hawaiian Haystacks
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes

Recipe Video

Totally customizable Hawaiian haystacks are a pile of fluffy rice stacked with chicken, gravy, and all your favorite toppings!
5 from 16 votes
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43 Fajita Chili Recipe

Fajita Chili Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
With just 8 ingredients and 30 minutes you can whip up this bold & flavorful Fajita Chili. It's simple and delicious!!
5 from 7 votes
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44 Country Fried Steak

Country Fried Steak
Total Time: 30 minutes
Learn how to make country fried steak that's crispy and smothered in rich homemade gravy – a comforting masterpiece in just 30 minutes!
5 from 3 votes
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45 Smothered Pork Chops Recipe

Smothered Pork Chops Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
This creamy Lemon & Thyme Smothered Pork Chops recipe always gets rave reviews. It's flavorful and ready in 35 minutes or less.
5 from 13 votes
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46 Taco Pizza Recipe

Taco Pizza Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
This delicious, Homemade Taco Pizza is simple and on the table in under 30 minutes. It’s topped with meat, beans, cheese and more making it flavorful and easy to customize based on all the flavors you love most.
5 from 13 votes
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47 Green Chili Smothered Burritos Recipe

green chili smothered burrito with olives, cilantro and avocado on plate
Green Chili Smothered Burritos Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Pull together canned items in your pantry to make super easy green chili smothered burritos. This flavorful meal comes together in a pinch!
5 from 6 votes
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48 Best Hamburger Recipe

Best Hamburger Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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This is the BEST Hamburger recipe for grilling up a juicy American classic. You'll have a perfect burger every time!
5 from 37 votes

49 Sausage Alfredo Recipe

Sausage Alfredo Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Creamy Sausage Alfredo packed with smoky sausage is a family favorite. It's on the table in only 30 minutes!!
4.93 from 14 votes
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50 Baked Ravioli Recipe

Baked Ravioli Recipe
Total Time: 21 minutes

Recipe Video

Easy Cheesy Baked Ravioli is a quick, simple, and delicious dinner recipe that the whole family loves! It's so cheesy and so tasty!
5 from 44 votes
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51 Cheesy Tortellini Pasta Recipe

Cheesy Tortellini Pasta Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Cheesy garlic tortellini pasta is covered in a delish homemade sauce, and is ready in 20 minutes! It is perfect for busy weeknights.
5 from 10 votes
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Quick Healthy Dinner Ideas

Fast doesn’t need to mean unhealthy! These healthy options are perfect to have on hand. It will help you get dinner on the table quickly and avoid a hasty trip to pick up fast food.

52 Chicken Caesar Wrap Recipe

Chicken Caesar Wrap Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes
Fresh Chicken Caesar Wraps are a simple, delicious variation of a Caesar Salad. It's perfect for a lunch or picnic.
4.92 from 12 votes
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53 Waldorf Salad Recipe

Waldorf Salad Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes

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Waldorf salad is filled with texture and flavor. Tossed in a homemade poppy seed dressing, it's perfect for any lunch, dinner, or appetizer.
5 from 21 votes
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54 Egg Drop Soup Recipe

Egg Drop Soup Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Our creamy egg drop soup recipe is quick, simple, and tastes better than takeout. It's made right at home in 20 minutes!
5 from 19 votes
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55 Chicken Stir Fry Recipe

Chicken Stir Fry Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
The tender chicken and flavorful sauce with yummy veggies made this stir fry dish a keeper, and I’m already anxious to try it again.
5 from 10 votes
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56 Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe

Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Healthy and delicious Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry is packed with lots of delicious flavors. It's simple and super easy too!
5 from 9 votes
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57 Pork and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe

Pork and Broccoli Stir Fry Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
If you love Asian food, you'll love this simple and delicious Pork and Broccoli Stir-fry!! It is PACKED with flavor!!
4.85 from 19 votes
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58 Meatball Soup

Meatball Soup
Total Time: 30 minutes
Veggie loaded Meatball soup is filling and delicious. Your entire family will love and devour this kid-friendly dish!
5 from 7 votes
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59 Easy Tortellini Soup

Easy Tortellini Soup
Total Time: 1 hour

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This easy tortellini soup recipe is packed with delicious ingredients, only takes 10 minutes to prep, and is perfect all year long.
4.99 from 96 votes
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60 Chicken Taco Salad Recipe

Chicken Taco Salad Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Crunchy and fresh chicken taco salad is a weeknight dinner dream! Easy, flavorful, and a recipe that everyone will enjoy.
5 from 6 votes
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61 Asian Citrus Chicken Salad Recipe

Asian Citrus Chicken Salad Recipe
Total Time: 5 minutes
Bright & Flavorful Asian Citrus Chicken Salad topped with crunchy wontons and a fruity vinaigrette is a family favorite!!
5 from 7 votes
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62 Chicken Lettuce Wrap Recipe

Chicken Lettuce Wrap Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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This chicken lettuce wrap recipe is a copycat of a restaurant favorite. It's fresh and filling and takes just 20 minutes to make!!
4.90 from 48 votes
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63 Healthy Flatbread Pizzas Recipe

Healthy Flatbread Pizzas Recipe
Total Time: 16 minutes
Try making either of these Healthy Flatbread Pizzas! Chicken Pesto Pizza and Buffalo Chicken pizza – BOTH full of flavor and low on calories!
5 from 11 votes
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64 Tomato Pizza

Tomato Pizza
Total Time: 23 minutes
Tomato pizza is covered in slices of juicy tomatoes and fresh basil for a mouth-watering vegetarian pizza twist.
5 from 8 votes
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65 Pasta Primavera Recipe

Pasta Primavera Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Pasta primavera is a tried and true dinner recipe. It's filled with peak-of-the-season veggies for a deliciously bright bite!
5 from 17 votes
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66 Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner

Sausage Sheet Pan Dinner
Total Time: 45 minutes

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Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies are on the table in minutes and easy to clean up! This healthy dish is a perfect weeknight dinner.
5 from 7 votes
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67 Steak Bites Recipe

Steak Bites Recipe
Total Time: 1 hour 11 minutes

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Succulent steak bites are juicy, tender, and cook up in minutes! Serve them as an appetizer or as part of a meal.
5 from 3 votes
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68 Baked Chicken Wings Recipe

Baked Chicken Wings Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes
Deliciously crispy baked chicken wings have endless possibilities. Bake in the oven, and dip in your favorite sauces!
5 from 11 votes
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69 Southwest Salad Recipe

Southwest Salad Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

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Our favorite Southwest Salad recipe is healthy and hearty and topped with a delicious homemade cilantro ranch dressing.
5 from 18 votes
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70 Baked Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Baked Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Total Time: 35 minutes
Baked chicken nuggets are easy to make and packed with flavor. Tastier than the frozen options, they are flavorful and healthy!
5 from 12 votes
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71 Steak and Tortellini Salad Recipe

Steak and Tortellini Salad Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Delish Steak and Tortellini Salad is hearty and refreshing. Tortellini, sirloin & romaine in a creamy pesto dressing is a must-have!
5 from 7 votes
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Quick Chicken Dinner Ideas

All are simple, all are delicious, and all of these recipes utilize chicken!! Chicken is a versatile ingredient that can take on so many tasty flavor profiles. There is no shortage of goodness here – you’re sure to find a kid pleaser!

72 Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Sandwiches Recipe

Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Sandwiches Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Loaded with juicy grilled pineapple, red onion and crisp lettuce, this Hawaiian BBQ Chicken sandwich is perfect for summer entertaining!
5 from 6 votes
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73 How to Bake Chicken

How to Bake Chicken
Total Time: 35 minutes

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Learn how to bake chicken like a pro! This easy no-fail method yields juicy, tender results every single time.
5 from 34 votes
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74 Chicken Stroganoff

Chicken Stroganoff
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Creamy chicken stroganoff is perfect for dinner any night of the week. It's full of flavor and is made, start to finish, in under 40 minutes!
4.96 from 64 votes
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75 Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe

Baked BBQ Chicken Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Quickly whip up this healthy baked bbq chicken in under 30 minutes. With a homemade bbq sauce, the flavor is fantastic!
4.74 from 15 votes
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76 Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Our easy teriyaki chicken whips up in minutes for the perfect take-out-inspired dinner any night of the week!
5 from 10 votes
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77 Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe

Lemon Garlic Chicken Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes

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This flavorful lemon garlic chicken is ready in 15 minutes or less! It's a great weeknight chicken dinner.
5 from 26 votes
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78 Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe

Lemon Pepper Chicken Recipe
Total Time: 15 minutes
Flavorful and tender Lemon Pepper Chicken is simple and requires just a few ingredients. Served on its own or over rice, this buttery chicken dish is perfect any night of the week for a simple, quick dinner idea.
5 from 1 vote
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79 Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe

Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Healthy and delicious Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry is packed with lots of delicious flavors. It's simple and super easy too!
5 from 9 votes
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80 Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe

Chicken Gnocchi Soup Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Hearty chicken gnocchi soup is filled with veggies and on the table in only 30 minutes. It's a favorite copycat recipe!
4.95 from 17 votes
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81 Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe

Chicken Berry Salad with Honey Mustard Dressing
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
Honey Mustard Chicken Salad is one of the heartiest, most delicious salad recipes you'll try! With greens, fruits, nuts, and a tangy dressing, it's a real winner.
5 from 5 votes
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82 Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe

Avocado Chicken Salad Recipe
Total Time: 10 minutes
Simple Avocado Chicken Salad is fresh, delicious, and whips up in minutes. Enjoy it as a salad or sandwich!
5 from 7 votes
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83 Chicken Alfredo Pizza Recipe

Chicken Alfredo Pizza Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes
This Delicious Chicken Alfredo Pizza is made with a homemade pizza crust, homemade white sauce and is topped with chicken and spinach.
4.98 from 35 votes
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84 BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

Recipe Video

Switch up pizza night with this smoky BBQ chicken pizza recipe – with some simple shortcuts, it's on the table in no time!
5 from 12 votes
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85 Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole

Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe Video

Chicken bacon ranch casserole is smothered in alfredo and on the table in under 30 minutes for a quick and satisfying weeknight dinner.
5 from 11 votes
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86 Parmesan Chicken and Noodles Recipe

Parmesan Chicken and Noodles Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes
Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Noodles recipe. So delicious and recipe includes egg noodles, peas, chicken, panko, and parmesan in a creamy sauce!
5 from 1 vote

87 Chicken Penne Pasta

Chicken Penne Pasta
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

Creamy, cheesy, and ready in 30 minutes, this classic chicken penne pasta is the ultimate weeknight comfort food.
5 from 18 votes
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88 Chicken Pesto Pasta

Chicken Pesto Pasta
Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe Video

Cheesy chicken pesto pasta is a quick and easy family favorite that can be on the table in under 30 minutes!
5 from 4 votes
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89 Orange Chicken Recipe

Orange Chicken Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

Skip the takeout and eat in with this incredibly tasty sweet and spicy orange chicken recipe. It's on the table in no time!
4.94 from 16 votes
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90 Honey Chicken Recipe

Honey Chicken Recipe
Total Time: 20 minutes

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Spicy and sweet honey chicken is great to serve with rice or noodles. Add your favorite veggies to make it even better!
5 from 12 votes
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91 Chicken Nuggets Recipe

Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Total Time: 30 minutes

Recipe Video

This homemade chicken nuggets recipe is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and a million miles away from anything frozen.
5 from 51 votes
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92 Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe

Copycat Chick Fil A Nuggets Recipe
Total Time: 25 minutes

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Get the crispy, delicious copycat Chick Fil A nuggets without leaving the house. They taste just like the real thing!
4.93 from 55 votes
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FAQS

  • Prep ahead of time. When the meals are planned for the week, ingredients can be prepped ahead of time.
  • Save time and money. Instead of running to the grocery store several times a week, make a list of what you’ll need for the weekly menu, and only go once. 
  • Flexibility. Having all the needed ingredients for a week of meals allows you to adjust your daily plan. If something unexpected pops up, simply switch that day’s meal with a quicker one planned for later that week.
  • Variety. Planning allows for more variety and healthier eating. No more hasty trips to pick up fast food. 
  • 30 minutes or less. Collect 30-minute meal recipes to have quick options on hand. As an added tip, keep all needed pantry staples on hand for easy recipes you make often.
  • Chicken. Have cooked meat on hand that’s ready to throw into pasta, soup, or even enchiladas. Shredded chicken is perfect to be kept in the freezer. 
  • Freezer meals. Double the recipe and save the extras in the freezer, for later. Thaw the dish in the fridge overnight and heat it for dinner the next day! 
  • Instant pot. This is especially helpful when I forget to thaw my meat. Unlike the crock pot, you can quickly cook completely frozen meat in an instant pot.
  • Leftovers can be a lifesaver on busy weeknights. Use leftover Crock Pot Pot Roast to make Green Chile Burritos, leftover Best Chili Recipe to make loaded nachos or chili dogs, or put leftover Baked BBQ Chicken on top of a salad.

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4 Comments

  1. mary says:

    Really like the recipes.

  2. Sue says:

    I made walking taco for the first time and two great things happened. The Fritos, which are always left untouched in the chip box, got eaten and my kids asked me to make them again this week. I hope the other easy recipes on the list are as well received.

  3. Olivia says:

    Best ideas ever! The variety is simply amazing. Who doesn’t like quick and easy?

  4. Joy says:

    The word caught my attention!! I am all about fast & easy!! That’s exactly what these recipes are! And, they taste so good! We’ve never been disappointed!