30-Minute Dinner Recipes That Will Save Your Weekdays

With these quick and easy recipes, dinner will be on the table in half an hour or less.

100 Best 30-Minute Dinner Ideas

There's no denying that preparing a family dinner can be challenging on a normal day, let alone a busy weeknight. But we're here to tell you that with the right recipes (easy dinners, preferably ones that don't require much cleanup), it's entirely possible to whip up a home-cooked meal in minutes. Whether you're craving chicken breast, salmon fillet, pork chops, or something else, you'll find exactly what you're looking for here, starting with Ree Drummond's super-cheesy take on crispy chicken cutlets. She adds bagel topping (a savory blend of black and white sesame seeds, dried garlic and onion, sea salt, and poppy seeds) to the breadcrumbs to ensure every bite is packed with flavor.

Crispy Breaded Chicken with Bagel Topping

One of the key breading ingredients in this recipe is bagel topping. It's a mixture of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, dried onions, sea salt, and dried garlic that pairs perfectly with the panko breadcrumbs and adds a distinctive flavor. Serve the chops with a light salad in a lemon dressing and cherry tomatoes.

Recipe: Crispy Breaded Chicken with Bagel Topping

30-Minute Turkey Chili

This Southwestern classic, easy to make in under 30 minutes, boasts a smoky flavor and the heat of chipotle peppers. For a meatless option, use soy crumbles instead of turkey and enjoy with cilantro, sour cream, tortilla chips, or avocado!

Recipe: 30-Minute Turkey Chili

Classic Shrimp Scampi

We love shrimp scampi! Is it because they're simple yet elegant? Or because they cook in half an hour? Or maybe it's the incredible wine-butter sauce? All of the above!

Recipe: Classic Shrimp Scampi

Pizza with spicy sausage in a frying pan

For pan pizza, preheat the pan so the dough starts cooking immediately. This will give you a wonderfully crispy crust.

Recipe: Homemade pizza with a crispy base in a frying pan

Pork with sesame Milanese

Pounding the pork chops will make them thinner and cook faster: the dish will only take half an hour. If you don't have a meat mallet, you can use a heavy skillet.

Recipe: Milanese pork with sesame oil

Shrimp in sweet and sour glaze

You'll be surprised how easy it is to achieve the perfect flavor balance for these shrimp. Simply combine Chinese plum sauce, ketchup, and rice vinegar.

Recipe: Fried shrimp in sweet and sour glaze

Pasta Alfredo with Chicken and Tortellini in a Skillet

This quick but delicious dish starts with store-bought tortellini pasta and cheese, mini dumplings simmered in a creamy Alfredo sauce, then topped with chicken thighs and baked in the oven until done. The beauty of this dish is that it's cooked entirely in one pan (make sure it's oven-safe), eliminating the need to cook the pasta separately, meaning fewer dirty dishes. Sprinkle with parsley and serve. It's a perfect dish for a delicious dinner after a long day of work.

Recipe: Pasta Alfredo with Chicken and Tortellini in a Skillet

Quick Chicken Noodle Soup

This soup's delightful flavor comes from sautéed carrots, celery, parsnips, and onions. The soup is also made with chicken fingers. These are the most tender parts of the chicken breast and cook instantly, meaning dinner will be on the table in less than half an hour.

Recipe: Quick Chicken Noodle Soup

Chicken and Turmeric Flatbread

Widely used throughout Southeast Asia, turmeric adds a distinctive color, aroma, and flavor to both sweet and savory dishes. This recipe combines it with pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon, ginger, and cloves) to create a quick chicken seasoning. Layer the spiced chicken on crispy naan, top with yogurt sauce, and you've got a complete meal in just 20 minutes!

Recipe: Chicken and Turmeric Flatbread

Angelfish pasta with chicken

Inspired by a classic dish from Olive Garden, this pasta substitutes chicken for shrimp, making it even easier to make on a weekday. The recipe takes less than 30 minutes.

Recipe: Angelfish pasta with chicken

BLT salad with beans

All the elements of a classic BLT sandwich come together in a hearty bean salad. A homemade mayonnaise dressing with herbs adds freshness, while bacon and croutons add a satisfying crunch. It's a great use for a can of beans from the pantry.

Recipe: BLT salad with beans

Pork "alla pizzaiola"

Finish with a quick pan-fried caramelized pork sauce made with red wine, chicken broth, and tomato paste. This simple and delicious main course takes 30 minutes to prepare.

Recipe: Pork on the bone alla pizzaiola

Quick and Healthy Tandoori Chicken

To prepare this popular Indian chicken, you don't need a special tandoori oven; your oven will do the job just fine on the grill. The chicken breast is pre-marinated in natural yogurt and spices, including Indian curry, and after frying, it turns out very juicy and flavorful.

Recipe: Quick and Healthy Tandoori Chicken

Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

Fill corn tortillas with Buffalo chicken and cheese—this hybrid dish you'll want to make again and again. Using store-bought rotisserie chicken makes this recipe perfect for a weeknight.

Recipe: Buffalo Chicken Enchiladas

Rooster in wine in 30 minutes

Coq au vin, or coq au vin, is a classic French dish that can take hours, or even days, to prepare, given the marinating process. But with this recipe, you'll have a sumptuous dinner in just half an hour. The red sauce is made with wine, fried bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions (use frozen to save time peeling them). Add the grilled chicken to the sauce, heat through, and voila!

Recipe: Rooster in wine in 30 minutes

Salmon with chermoula and couscous

The best way to use up refrigerated cilantro and parsley is to make a spicy and flavorful herb sauce. Moroccan chermoula combines fresh herbs with aromatic spices, including cumin and coriander, making it an excellent serving sauce or marinade for meat, chicken, or seafood.

Recipe: Salmon with chermoula and couscous

Steak with pepper and Indian spices

A warming blend of spices, paired with vibrant vegetables and hot peppers, adds a touch of Indian flavor to this quick dinner.

Recipe: Fried steak with Indian spices

Ravioli with sausage and peppers in a frying pan

We present the beloved Italian flavor combination of sausage and peppers in a simple dish that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Cook store-bought ravioli and a colorful sauce simultaneously, then reheat them in the same pan. The finishing touch is melted provolone cheese.

Recipe: Sausage and Bell Pepper Ravioli in a Frying Pan in 20 Minutes

Mustard-Crusted Pork Sandwiches with Pretzels

Playing with the classic pretzel-and-mustard duo, we've made a simple pork tenderloin truly special. First, it's sliced into thin patties. Then, we coat them in an egg and mustard mixture and roll them in crumbled pretzels. The toasted patties sit on adorable mini buns and are topped with a delicate and tangy mustard sauce—a delicious weeknight meal.

Recipe: Mini Mustard Crusted Pork Chop Sandwiches with Pretzels

Roasted chicken thighs with caramelized lemon peels

Next time you juice a lemon, don't throw away the squeezed halves. Wrap them and refrigerate them for later use in this easy roast chicken recipe. Zested lemon rinds also work well. They're fried and then baked with the chicken and maple syrup, leaving a sweet and tart sauce at the bottom of the pan that can be drizzled over the entire dish.

Recipe: Roasted chicken thighs with caramelized lemon peels

30-Minute Pan-Fried Salmon with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms

To reduce cooking time, cut the bok choy into large pieces (for example, quarter a bunch) and stack the mushroom caps for slicing. Leftover rice from last night's dinner can be reheated for a side dish, but fresh basmati rice cooks very quickly. In just half an hour, you'll have a complete Asian-inspired dinner that will delight the whole family on a weeknight.

Recipe: 30-Minute Pan-Fried Salmon with Bok Choy and Shiitake Mushrooms

Chicken thighs with potatoes, lemon and garlic

Dinner will feel like you spent more than 30 minutes on it. Cook potatoes alongside crispy chicken thighs and enjoy the evening with minimal cleanup.

Recipe: Chicken thighs with potatoes, lemon and garlic

Mac and cheese in a slow cooker

We love multifunctional kitchen appliances that make life easier, so the Instant Pot (a slow cooker, pressure cooker, and multi-cooker all in one) is a versatile choice for quick meals. Especially for creamy mac and cheese, which cooks in minutes. And afterward, there's only one bowl to clean!

Recipe: 5-Ingredient Mac and Cheese in a Slow Cooker

Chicken Stir-fry

The essence of this hearty dish is reflected in its name: cut chicken and vegetables into small pieces and drizzle them with teriyaki sauce.

Recipe: Stir-fry with cabbage and chicken

Bean soup with escarole salad

A hearty lunch doesn't have to include meat. Giada's classic Italian soup is made with tart escarole and hearty white beans. A bit of Parmesan cheese is the secret ingredient, giving the soup a rich, silky texture.

Recipe: Escarole and White Bean Soup

Roasted Pork with Baked Grapes and Couscous in 30 Minutes

This easy-to-make dish is perfect for both a holiday and a quick, hassle-free weeknight dinner. Tender pork tenderloin is quickly seared and looks elegant when served. Serve with couscous, which cooks in minutes, and baked black and white grapes. This recipe brings out a new side of grapes: roasted with sage, they acquire a richer flavor with sweet and tart notes.

Recipe: Roasted Pork with Baked Grapes and Couscous in 30 Minutes

Hummus and Spiced Lamb Bowl

The base of this hearty Middle Eastern-inspired bowl is warm, silky hummus, quickly made from canned chickpeas flavored with tahini, garlic, lemon, and cumin. Top the hummus with sautéed, spiced ground lamb and a fresh cucumber salad. Serve with pita triangles.

Recipe: Hummus and Spiced Lamb Bowl

Quick Focaccia Pizza

Why make pizza dough when you can buy store-bought focaccia? It's the perfect time-saving way to make pizza night.

Recipe: Pizza "Pronto"

Salmon in tomato sauce (without defrosting)

Frozen salmon fillet is a convenient ingredient, but it can be a huge hassle if you forget to defrost it beforehand. Not with this recipe! The fish is simmered, without defrosting, in a spicy homemade tomato sauce until tender. You'll be surprised, but the entire recipe takes less than half an hour.

Recipe: Salmon in tomato sauce (without defrosting)

Spaghetti alla carbonara

Start by sautéing salty pancetta with fragrant garlic, and watch this simple dish evolve. Combine the eggs with Parmesan cheese, which acts as a thickener, to create a sauce. Stir it into the hot pasta: the eggs will cook, and the sauce will coat every strand of spaghetti.

Recipe: Pasta Carbonara

Stuffed cabbage boats

This fresh, quick version of classic cabbage rolls takes half the time, but without sacrificing flavor. It's also less fuss: no need to stuff and roll each cabbage leaf before cooking. The fried filling is simply spooned onto the boiled cabbage leaves and topped with a creamy tomato sauce before serving. This hearty and delicious meat dish is perfect for a weekday.

Recipe: Cabbage bowls with meat filling

Grilled chicken thighs with feta and watermelon salad

A few time-saving tricks allow you to prepare a whole chicken dinner in less than half an hour. Grating garlic is quicker than chopping, and it adds a richer flavor. To avoid marinating the chicken for too long, rub it with this sauce, absorbing its flavor. While the meat marinates, you can prepare a sweet and savory watermelon salad.

Recipe: Grilled chicken thighs with feta and watermelon salad

Ravioli "a la Betsy"

It's hard not to appreciate a 16-minute recipe, especially when it's a dish with cheesy pasta and shrimp topped with a creamy tomato sauce.

Recipe: Ravioli in shrimp sauce

Quick Grilled Chicken Pie

Store-bought puff pastry and grilled chicken make it possible to prepare a warming dinner in just half an hour.

Recipe: Quick Pot Pie with Grilled Chicken

Ravioli with lemon, peas and pancetta

We love quick dinner recipes, like this one using store-bought ravioli. We pair the pasta with a simple homemade sauce made with lemon, cheese, and butter. Peas and pancetta complete the dish.

Recipe: Ravioli with lemon, green peas and pancetta

Glazed salmon with spicy carrots

A sweet honey glaze and high-heat cooking give the salmon a crisp, golden crust. Coriander and cumin add a warm, spicy flavor to the sweet carrots.

Recipe: Glazed salmon with spicy carrots

Quick Caesar Salad

The name of this quick and easy recipe says it all. Using pantry staples (like canned chickpeas, dried spices, and a jar of pesto), Ree transforms a classic salad into a hearty main course. So convenient!

Recipe: Caesar Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

Grilled steak with Greek corn salad

Beef chops are an inexpensive option that makes for an easy weeknight meat dinner. Just a little salt and pepper and a quick grilling are all you need, and they're ready to be served with grilled corn and vegetables in a vinaigrette.

Recipe: Grilled steak with Greek corn salad

Cod with braised fennel

You'll probably want to dine by candlelight: this quick dish takes just 30 minutes, but it's incredibly elegant. Save time by squeezing the lemon and slicing the olives while the cod and fennel are cooking.

Recipe: Quick Dinner: Cod with Braised Fennel, Lemon, and Olives

Tortellini in brodo (in broth)

Bone broth with vegetables is easier to make than it seems. Smoked pork loin adds a rich flavor, and a touch of Parmesan cheese adds richness.

Recipe: Tortellini with cheese and meat in broth

Chinese-style chicken with vegetables on lettuce leaves

For a quick and delicious low-carb meal, try Rachel's recipe. Garlic and ginger infuse the stir-fried chicken and mushrooms with a rich flavor. Add a few spoons of Chinese barbecue sauce to coat the meat and vegetable fillings and add a subtle touch.

Recipe: Chinese-style chicken breasts on lettuce leaves

Tagliatelle pasta with crushed peas, sausage and ricotta

If you plan everything correctly, the sauce will cook for the same amount of time as the pasta. Finally, toss the pasta in the pan with a little of the cooking water and the sauce.

Recipe: Tagliatelle pasta with Italian sausage in cheese sauce

Salmon with garlic and herb potatoes

Let your slow cooker do the cooking for dinner. Mashed potatoes with butter, salmon with lemon, and green vegetables will be on the table in just half an hour, and there's no need to wash up afterward.

Recipe: Salmon with garlic potatoes and herbs in a slow cooker

Ravioli in a creamy sauce with sage and nuts

Improving on store-bought ravioli is so easy. With a wonderful brown butter sauce topped with fresh sage leaves and toasted walnuts, these cheesy little pillows will taste as good as if you spent a couple of hours cooking.

Recipe: Ravioli in butter with sage and walnuts

Low-calorie chicken parmesan

Replace your usual chicken breast with chicken breast pieces in Ree's simple recipe: juicy, cheesy chicken with Parmesan cheese will be on the table in 16 minutes. A great way to spice up your weekday routine!

Recipe: Chicken Parmesan (light version)

Spaghetti with bacon and fried eggs

20 minutes and 5 ingredients are all you need for this bacon pasta. Top it with a sunny, runny egg and a sprinkle of chives for the perfect quick meal.

Recipe: Spaghetti with bacon and fried eggs

Chicken with spinach and artichokes

This quick and easy dinner includes everything you love about spinach dip: salty Parmesan, a hint of garlic, and a rich, creamy sauce. Ree serves the dish with bread to soak up any remaining dip.

Recipe: Chicken in sauce with spinach and artichokes

Linguine pasta with clam sauce

Use your pantry supplies and prepare a world-class dish from Ree in just 20 minutes.

Recipe: Linguine pasta in clam sauce

Pad Thai with Turkey

Prepare and serve this Thai noodle stir-fry, full of sweet and savory flavors, in just 15 minutes.

Recipe: Pad Thai noodles for dinner

Steak with mustard dressing and baked potatoes

This 30-minute beef and potato dinner will become one of your favorite weeknight recipes.

Recipe: Sirloin steak with a Provencal herb crust and baked potato side dish

Stir-fry with shrimp

Shrimp is a time-saver on a weekday and a great addition to any menu. Ree uses it in a vegetable stir-fry recipe—perfect for those busy evenings.

Recipe: Stir-fry with shrimp

Fried Rice Carbonara

The rich flavor of carbonara paired with the crispy texture of rice. Need we say more?

Recipe: Fried Rice Carbonara

Instant Lo Mein Noodles

Cooking Chinese food at home is easy. Instead of ordering delivery, sauté vegetables like peppers, mushrooms, and green onions, then toss them with boiled noodles seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil.

Recipe: Lo mein without the hassle

Fried rice with cauliflower, shrimp and curry

Try mixing white rice with chopped vegetables, as in this recipe. It's an easy way to add more nutrients to your diet!

Recipe: Fried rice with cauliflower and shrimp with Indian spices

Penne alla vodka

This tender and cozy penne alla vodka pasta is a stunning dish for entertaining, but it's also perfect for the workweek. (Treat yourself!)

Recipe: Penne alla vodka pasta

Salad with noodles, beans and sesame seeds

When you need a quick and easy meatless meal, try these edamame noodles. They pair with bright, crunchy vegetables and a tangy tahini sauce for a delicious dinner in just 20 minutes.

Recipe: Noodle and sesame salad

Shakshuka with lamb or beef

This lamb (or beef) shakshuka is seasoned with a spice mix, jalapeño, and chipotle. This egg and tomato dish is so filling and delicious, you'll want to have it for breakfast any time of day.

Recipe: Shakshuka with meat

Ravioli with chicken sausage and kale

Store-bought chilled ravioli are the perfect ingredient for a quick, tasty dinner, as they cook quickly and come with a variety of fillings. A few extra ingredients will transform them into a delicious homemade dish. Ravioli with soft mozzarella, for example, pairs well with kale, tomatoes, and chicken sausage, but you can add any ingredients and vegetables you have on hand.

Recipe: Ravioli with chicken sausage and kale

Chicken flautas

Buy some rotisserie chicken and cook a dinner that'll be on the table faster than delivery from your favorite Mexican restaurant. And don't forget the avocado sauce!

Recipe: Chicken flautas

Soba noodles with salmon

When you're craving a simple Japanese-style dinner, try this quick-to-cook salmon recipe. The fish is sautéed in a mirin-based sauce with bell pepper and served with noodles in just a few minutes.

Recipe: Soba noodles with salmon

Linguine pasta with scampi shrimp

Aina's creamy shrimp pasta is just the thing when you're craving a quick yet elegant dish. To ensure the pasta is well-infused with fresh flavor, cook the pasta and sauce for the last few minutes.

Recipe: Linguine with shrimp for a romantic evening

Oklahoma-Style Potato Ball Burgers

Why go to the fast food restaurant when you can make a great burger in half an hour or less? Top your patties with sliced Vidalia onions for extra flavor and juiciness. And a simple sauce will give you the best version of your favorite fast food.

Recipe: An Oklahoma City burger with potato balls.

Taco-Style Macaroni and Cheese Shells

Chili powder, cumin, paprika, onion, and garlic: Ree combines all the flavors of Tex-Mex taco seasoning in these tender, cheesy shells. Even better, it's served with salsa and a dollop of sour cream!

Recipe: Mac n cheese with taco seasoning

Fusilli pasta with spinach and asiago cheese

Giada De Laurentiis boils the pasta until it's tender but still firm, then tossed with tomatoes and cooked spinach. The result is perfect pasta.

Recipe: Fusilli pasta with spinach and asiago cheese

Fried Fish Tacos with Coleslaw

Fish is one of the best time-saving proteins for dinner. It cooks quickly and is suitable for a variety of dishes. Here, we grill it and serve it in corn tortillas with other fillings for delicious 20-minute tacos.

Recipe: Grilled Fish Tacos with Lime Coleslaw

Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwiches

This grilled cheese sandwich is filling enough to be a meal on its own.

Recipe: Chicken Cordon Bleu Sandwiches

Pasta with shrimp and garlic in a frying pan

This quick and elegant weeknight dinner puts a twist on standard fettuccine Alfredo. Red pepper and paprika add even more flavor.

Recipe: Fettuccine pasta in a creamy sauce with garlic and shrimp

Korean-Style Sloppy Joe Burgers with Pickles

Ground pork and beef are combined with unusual ingredients like pear, sesame oil, and gochujang paste for a quick and easy Korean take on the beloved burger.

Recipe: Sloppy Joe sandwich with Korean-style quick pickles

Salad with egg and beans

A salad can certainly be a nutritious dinner, especially with the addition of protein-rich hard-boiled eggs and hearty white beans. The fresh salad greens in this dish won't disappoint either.

Recipe: Dinner salad with eggs and beans

Beef stew with spinach pita

This Moroccan-spiced stew features ground beef, roasted tomatoes, and chickpeas, and tastes like it's been simmered for hours. Serve with cheese-and-spinach-stuffed pita for a quick, nutritious lunch.

Recipe: Beef and pita stew with spinach and cheese

Penne pasta with butternut squash

Save time by buying peeled and sliced pumpkin. The pasta will be even more filling if you use multigrain or whole-wheat penne pasta.

Recipe: Penne pasta with butternut squash

Mac 'n' cheese with cheddar

Nutmeg and cayenne pepper are the secret ingredients in Rachael Ray's exquisite macaroni and cheese. Sprinkle with cheese and bake until bubbly and golden brown.

Recipe: Mac and cheese, American-style macaroni with cheddar

Cold soba with chicken and peanut dressing

Peanut butter is always a welcome addition to the dinner table; it's time to use it for dinner, too. Combine it with rice vinegar, soy sauce, ginger, sesame oil, and chili sauce for a creamy, sweet-and-savory dressing—perfect with soba noodles.

Recipe: Cold soba in peanut sauce with chicken

Fried Chicken and Kimchi Coleslaw

Transform fried chicken with a Korean-style batter and salad. Vodka and cornstarch in the batter create a light, crispy crust, while kimchi and gochujang paste add a new flavor to the traditional salad.

Recipe: Fried chicken with kimchi garnish

Nacho-Style Chicken Cutlets

The tortilla chips and shredded cheese you love in nachos are perfect for dinner. Seasoned chicken and shredded romaine lettuce transform this appetizer into a full meal.

Recipe: Chicken cutlet with cheese and tomato salad with lime

Pumpkin "Noodles" with Prosciutto and Sage

Using a mandoline shredder, butternut squash is transformed into "noodles" for a sweet and savory, hearty dish. It's impressive enough for entertaining, yet simple enough for a weeknight dinner.

Recipe: Butternut Squash Noodles with Prosciutto and Sage

Pepperoni Fried Rice

Why order delivery when it's so easy to make at home? Ree's delicious version of fried rice takes little time, and you probably already have the ingredients—like pepperoni, bell peppers, and store-bought pizza sauce.

Recipe: Asian-style fried rice with vegetables

Pappardelle pasta with peas

Toss pasta with sugar snap peas and ricotta salata for an easy, delicious meal in half an hour.

Recipe: Pappardelle pasta with sugar snap peas

Linguine with shrimp and tomatoes

Linguine pasta, tossed with olive oil and garlic, is a simple and comforting dish on its own; toss it with chunky tomato sauce and fried shrimp and you've got dinner in 25 minutes.

Recipe: Pasta with shrimp and tomatoes

Chilaquiles

Breakfast for lunch doesn't have to be pancakes and eggs. This hearty dish will make you want to serve breakfast any time of day. Red chili sauce with guajillo pepper adds a spicy kick.

Recipe: Chilaquiles

Burrito with meatballs and hot sauce

These flavorful burritos are the perfect weeknight dinner. Each roll is loaded with beef meatballs, refried beans, fluffy brown rice, melted Colby Jack cheese, creamy avocado, and tangy salsa. And if you're in a hurry, you can even make the meatballs the night before!

Recipe: Burrito with meatballs and chipotle sauce

Italian meatball skewers

This dish (reminiscent of the Italian classic, sausage and peppers) takes no time at all thanks to ready-made frozen meatballs.

Recipe: Italian Meatball Kebabs

Pita pizza

You won't have to wait for the dough to rise. Thanks to pita bread, you can have pizza night in 30 minutes. Create a zesty topping with a tomato-olive mix, baby arugula, ricotta, and mozzarella.

Recipe: Pita pizza

Chicken and Cheese Enchiladas

Buy a rotisserie chicken and you can whip up an enchilada the whole family will love in half an hour. Seriously, who can resist that cheesy goodness?

Recipe: Enchiladas with chicken and tomatillo sauce

Chicken Fajita Pasta

This delicate dish with peppers and onions can be prepared in half an hour. Tortilla chips on top of the pasta add an unexpected, pleasant crunch.

Recipe: Penne Pasta with Chicken Fajita

Pasta with vodka sauce and shrimp

Sometimes it's worth upgrading a classic. Pasta with vodka sauce is both simple and luxurious. Add shrimp scampi for a filling 30-minute dinner.

Recipe: Penne pasta in vodka sauce with shrimp

Bagels filled with Niçoise salad

You know how easy it is to make a great lunch with a can of tuna, so why not make dinner with it too? Place the fish on a bagel and top with vegetables, herbs, and sliced hard-boiled eggs. You'll wonder why you never made this before.

Recipe: Bagel with Niçoise filling

Asian Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

Freshly squeezed orange juice adds a vibrant flavor to the peanut butter-based dressing. Shredded grilled chicken and edamame beans make the dish hearty, while cho mein noodles provide a pleasantly crunchy texture.

Recipe: Asian Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing

Spicy Chicken Francese

This savory dish gets its vibrant flavor from a blend of spicy Calabrian chili pepper paste, Dijon mustard, and Pecorino Romano cheese.

Recipe: Spicy French Chicken

Greek Frittata with Feta Salad

Of course, a frittata is great for breakfast, but it's also perfect for dinner. This version features olives, tomatoes, and feta cheese—a Greek twist on a favorite morning dish.

Recipe: Greek Frittata with Green Garnish

Turkey Sausage Tacos

Sliced mango adds a sweet touch to these turkey tacos, while ancho chili powder adds heat.

Recipe: Turkey Sausage Tacos with Mango Salsa

Chicken breasts with cheese crust and vegetables

Rachel's colorful dish combines protein, starches, and vegetables. While the potatoes and vegetables are baking, prepare the cheese-covered chicken breast, and everything will be ready at the same time.

Recipe: Chicken Breasts with Parmesan and Baked Potatoes

Penne pasta with eggplant sauce

Make a chunky sauce with Japanese eggplant and puréed plum tomatoes for your pasta. A little ricotta on top is the perfect finishing touch.

Recipe: Penne pasta with eggplant sauce

Spiced salmon and cream cheese mashed potatoes

Infuse dinner with the flavor of your favorite bagels with this 30-minute meal. Salmon fillets are seasoned with bagel seasoning and are best served with cheesy mashed potatoes.

Recipe: Salmon and mashed potatoes with cream cheese

Mexican Tortilla Pizza with Chorizo

Thanks to wheat tortillas, you can make a delicious Mexican pizza any day. Toast them in the oven, then top with fresh chorizo, refried beans, and cheese. Once the cheese is warm and melted, the pizza is ready for the finishing touch: lettuce, lime juice, avocado, and Mexican sour cream.

Recipe: Mexican tortilla pizza with minced meat and beans

Spicy lo mein noodles with tofu and vegetables

Fresh ginger adds wonderful flavor and is a powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. This dish is quick to prepare and a great family-friendly meal.

Recipe: Spicy lo mein noodles with tofu and vegetables

Chicken Tostadas

Store-bought tostadas and grilled chicken make this dish ready in just 15 minutes. Layering the ingredients is super easy—even kids can do it!

Recipe: Tostadas with beans and chicken

Summer rolls with chicken

Crispy Vietnamese spring rolls are a light, healthy dish, and with the addition of rice, they make a filling dinner. These rolls are gluten-free and will please everyone, even children.

Recipe: Light Vietnamese Chicken Rolls

Spicy Pork and Sweet Potato Stew in 30 Minutes

Spicy, smoked chipotle peppers and chili powder add a deep flavor to this quick, meaty stew. To save time, only the pork is browned in oil, and the onions, tomatoes, garlic, and peppers are pureed for the broth.

Recipe: Spicy Pork and Sweet Potato Stew

Mushroom and Succotash Quesadilla

Fill a quesadilla (a reliable weekday meal) with mushrooms, butter, and thinly sliced red onion. Frozen corn and lima beans combine for a quick side dish that completes this family-friendly meal.

Recipe: Quesadilla with succotash and mushrooms