50 Easy Dinner Recipes Everyone Will Love

Who said home-cooked meals require a lot of effort? We offer easy recipes that will have you ready dinner in under an hour, from kid-friendly pasta to classic baked chicken.

Sweet peppers stuffed with beef and vegetables

Ree's stuffed peppers are the perfect weeknight dinner. She makes a hearty filling of rice, beef, and vegetables, then tops the peppers with gooey cheese.

Oven-baked lemon chicken with herbs and vegetables

Enjoy a healthy version of Sunday chicken dinner in just 40 minutes. Cut three baked chicken breasts into 4 servings. If you have a package of 4, bake the fourth and save it for later use, such as adding to a green salad or soup.

Shrimp Alfredo Casserole

Place the pasta, a package of shrimp, and a few pantry ingredients into a baking dish and bake. Just before serving, stir in some heavy cream, sprinkle with grated cheese, and fresh parsley for a quick, filling weeknight dinner.

Beef Stroganoff with mushrooms

This family-friendly dish is super easy to make and takes just 40 minutes. Serve with a green salad for a complete dinner everyone will love.

Salmon with garlic and herb potatoes

Serving this dinner with mashed potatoes and warm greens will make you feel like a chef. This quick and easy dish is incredibly flavorful thanks to lemon zest and paprika.

Simple tomato soup with cheese croutons

A hot cheese sandwich and tomato soup is a classic combination that kids love. Aina's simple soup features a rich onion base and golden croutons—a sophisticated dish that adults will appreciate, too.

Italian-style chicken with vegetables on a baking sheet

Ree makes a quick marinade of balsamic vinegar, garlic, and Italian herbs to infuse the chicken and vegetables with deep flavor before roasting. The finishing touch is torn ciabatta, added in the last 10 minutes; it turns into crispy croutons.

Pasta casserole with canned tuna

Serve Ree's retro-style casserole—your grandma will be proud. Each spoonful is filled with chunks of tuna, tender egg noodles, and a crispy breadcrumb topping.

Spaghetti with meatballs

It's hard to believe Rachel's spaghetti and meatballs take just 35 minutes to prepare.

Cod baked in parchment with tomato and basil salsa

By cooking all the ingredients together in a neat parchment envelope, you get a multifaceted flavor without excess fat or salt. And cleanup is kept to a minimum!

Chickpea curry with rice

Ree makes a simple dinner using ingredients she has on hand, like chickpeas, coconut milk, and rice.

Turkey Meatloaf with Sweet Potatoes

Save time preparing meatloaf by baking it on a baking sheet. Dinner will be on the table in just 35 minutes.

Italian Pasta Salad with Chicken

Save time in the kitchen by using store-bought rotisserie chicken for a hearty pasta salad with Jeffrey's simple dressing.

Baked ziti pasta

For an easy Italian classic, bake ziti pasta. With a delicious tomato sauce and gooey mozzarella, it's a simple dinner for the whole family.

Spicy spaghetti with fish and olives

This easy weeknight dinner is rich in protein and fiber; just 230 grams of fish feeds a family of four. Thanks to whole-grain spaghetti, this dish (420 calories per serving) is both filling and budget-friendly.



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Quinoa and salmon bowl with teriyaki sauce

This healthy bowl contains wholesome ingredients like salmon, mushrooms, and quinoa. Garlic, ginger, honey, and soy sauce add rich flavor.

Sausages with peppers and onions

Giada says these street-style sandwiches are very popular in Italy. She starts by browning sweet turkey sausage, then braising the meat and vegetables in tomato paste and Marsala wine for added depth of flavor.

Soup with smoked sausages and beans

Smoked sausages add a rich, irresistible flavor to this quick and easy soup.

Chicken thighs in curry sauce

Spices and aromatic vegetables give the chicken a rich flavor. Add a splash of heavy cream at the end to balance the flavors and create a velvety sauce.

Breaded pork cutlets with warm coleslaw

Consider this a new, healthier (and more flavorful!) version of roast pork with applesauce. We bread low-calorie, lean pork cutlets in whole-grain panko breadcrumbs and coat them with cooking spray for a crispy oven finish. We prefer Macintosh or Red Delicious apples because they soften faster.

Shrimp with corn porridge

This classic Southern dish combines some of the most delicious ingredients: bacon, cheddar, and cornmeal.

Shredded Chicken Sandwiches with BBQ Sauce

Rachel makes a quick dinner by poaching chicken breast in a flavorful beer broth, then shredding the meat and tossing it with a simple homemade sauce. These hearty sandwiches will be a hit with the whole family.

BBQ chicken with succotash salad

Spicy chicken with homemade barbecue sauce and a colorful vegetable salad in just 40 minutes? Our recipe makes it possible.

Quick Chicken Enchiladas

Store-bought rotisserie chicken, salsa, and beans baked together make a quick enchilada in under an hour. It's a great use for leftover chicken, but if you have a whole chicken, you can double the ingredients and make 8-12 servings.

Orecchiette pasta with chickpeas, green vegetables and ricotta

Giada's healthy pasta dish is rich in green vegetables. She tosses lightly sautéed spinach and Swiss chard with grape tomatoes, chickpeas, pasta, and crumbled ricotta salata.

Cauliflower Stir-Fry with Roasted Peanuts

This hearty vegan dinner comes together in no time. Toasting the peanuts in oil not only adds flavor but also makes them extra crunchy. Grilling the cauliflower before adding it to the pan will remove excess moisture, ensuring the stir-fry retains the perfect texture.

Pork loin with potato balls

This easy dinner takes less than an hour thanks to frozen potato balls, green beans, and a quick skillet gravy served with the pork.

Chicken with spring vegetables in apricot glaze

You might not think of using jam when cooking chicken, but trust me, it's worth a try. Sweet apricot complements Dijon mustard perfectly—the duo creates an incredibly delicious sauce for chicken and vegetables.

Chicken Parmesan with Arugula

A little Parmesan cheese is all it takes to give Ina's dish a unique flavor. She tops crispy fried chicken with fresh arugula, lemon dressing, and slices of cheese.

Spicy Pork Noodle Bowl

Not sure what to make with ground pork? Combine it with fresh ginger, soy sauce, and chili garlic sauce; this spicy noodle bowl will quickly become a part of your weekly menu.

Baked beef tenderloin with mushroom ragout

This impressive dish actually doesn't require much effort. Look for a beef tenderloin from the center and of uniform thickness to ensure a perfect cooking. Sear and bake to medium-rare, then enjoy the praise of family and friends.

Tacos in a slow cooker

Throwing a taco party is now much easier. A slow cooker is indispensable for those times when you don't have time to defrost ground beef.

Posole soup with smoked pork

This hearty Mexican soup is hearty and delicious, combining smoked pork and hominy corn. Guajillo chiles aren't as hot as jalapeños, but if you're concerned about the heat, try using just 1-2 chiles at first.

Spicy Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ree saves time by chopping vegetables ahead of time and freezing them until ready to cook. This way, a vegetarian dinner is ready in just half an hour.

Pizza with sausage and broccolini

Pizza is always a great dinner. This meat and vegetable version is quick to prepare thanks to store-bought dough.

Chicken in wine in 30 minutes

A classic coq au vin can take up to two days to prepare, as the chicken is marinated overnight. We make a red wine sauce with bacon, mushrooms, and pearl onions (frozen ones work well, so you don't have to worry about peeling them), then reheat the chicken in it, and voila!

Spicy chicken curry with rice

For a less spicy chicken curry, use 2 teaspoons Thai red curry paste instead of 3.

Chicken Casserole with Artichokes and Kale

Everyone will love Valerie's tender, low-calorie casserole. It tastes just like your favorite restaurant appetizer, but without the heavy cream and extra cheese.

Sheet Pan Dinner: Salmon and Vegetables with Horseradish Sauce

Molly loves this sheet pan dinner because it's "delicious and doesn't require much cleanup." She seasons the fish with a lemon-horseradish sauce, then bakes it on the same sheet pan with fingerling potatoes and broccolini.

Pork with polenta and rosemary

Replace mashed potatoes with fluffy, quick-cooking polenta. This simple side dish takes just 5 minutes and pairs perfectly with broccoli and mustard-glazed pork.

Oven-Baked Vegetable Chili with Cornbread

Simple cornbread is baked on top of vegetarian chili on a baking sheet, leaving you free to do other things while dinner practically cooks itself in the oven.

Dumplings with broccoli and sausages

This kid-friendly take on an Italian classic (a combination of rapini and sausage) is a hit with kids. We found that cooking the pierogi in a hot pan, like fried dumplings, saves time (no need to wait for the water to boil), and they turn out soft and crispy at the same time.

Ramen with chicken, corn, and kimchi

For this quick dish, we cook everything together in a large skillet. Combine all ingredients except the toppings; by the time the broth comes to a boil, everything will be ready!

Grain bowl with pork and pineapple

Grilled pork and pineapple add a tropical touch to a hearty and healthy dish.

Grilled steak with green beans, tomatoes and chimichurri sauce

Serve this juicy and delicious strip steak sliced ​​alongside hearty grilled green beans.

Meat casserole with beans and tortilla chips

This casserole could be called a "broken enchilada": the soft bottom layer of baked tortilla chips resembles an enchilada. But this dish is much easier to make!

Spicy Lamb Cutlets with Green Beans

This delicious dish for four takes 25 minutes to prepare (and only requires a few ingredients), making it perfect for a weekday family dinner.

Thai Chicken in Lettuce Leaves

These lettuce boats are based on a quick chicken stir-fry and Thai sweet and hot chili sauce, but you can customize them to your liking. Arrange peanuts, onions, peppers, and herbs like basil or cilantro, if you have them, and let everyone at the table add their own toppings.

Beef with broccoli in teriyaki sauce and ramen noodles

For a quick recipe, use easy-to-cook ramen noodles and slice the steak very thin. To keep the meat juicy, don't overcook it.







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