Quick Dinner Recipes

At the height of the season, you can find tomatoes of all shapes, sizes, and colors at the farmers' market. For this sunny pasta, you'll need yellow cherry tomatoes, sweet and flavorful, screaming summer. ...

Shrimp scampi is loved for its simplicity of preparation and yet its exquisite appearance, for the fact that it takes less than half an hour to cook, and for its incredible sauce of butter, dry white wine, and garlic.

This quick shrimp marinade is a simplified version of the popular Vietnamese nuoc mam cham sauce, a blend of Asian fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili pepper. Instead of fresh...

Toss cooked pasta with asparagus, canned cannellini beans, and crumbled feta for a dish perfect for summer. For a neat look, slice the asparagus...

To ensure the noodles are perfectly coated, use only half the peanut sauce, adding the spaghetti cooking water. This will make the sauce light and coat the noodles and vegetables well.

This simple, light summer pasta gets a burst of flavor from brined shrimp, sweet peppers, and a generous splash of rosé. A splash of heavy cream makes the sauce creamier and richer, and...

This quick and easy marinade is a great way to use up leftover coconut milk—you only need a little. It adds a sweet note to grilled shrimp, and...

Flavorful shrimp scampi is cooked in one pan with vegetables, corn, and bread, making for a quick, delicious, and hassle-free dinner. Instead of white wine—a traditional shrimp ingredient—...

Savory curry powder and chili oil pair beautifully with sweet corn and bell peppers in this chicken fried rice dish. This recipe is a delicious way to use up leftovers...

This hearty one-sheet dinner of chicken, green beans, and potatoes will make cleaning and washing up a breeze. Italian herb dressing...

This quick version of shawarma is made with chicken, which doesn't require long marinating and spit-roasting. Thinly slice boneless, skinless chicken thighs, toss with spices, and bake in...

Toss cooked pasta with smoked turkey, sharp cheddar, and hard-boiled eggs in a refreshing creamy lemon dressing made with sour cream and mayo. It's a great way to use up...

Leftover smoked turkey can be used to make a hearty salad, combining it with cooked black-eyed beans and fresh, juicy vegetables. The combination of spices plays a key role in this salad. Garlic,...

Use your pantry staples to create this stew inspired by classic Italian pasta e ceci (chickpea pasta). This recipe uses canned chickpeas and store-bought marinara sauce—it's a delicious...

This delicious pasta dish is ready in under 30 minutes and requires just six ingredients. Gorgonzola gives the spaghetti a creamy flavor that's well-balanced by the Parmesan and spinach, and...

Toss peeled, large shrimp with hot paprika and olive oil, roast in the oven, and serve with quinoa filled with fragrant greens. This delicious and healthy dish is the perfect...

Shrimp and sweet grape tomatoes are quickly sautéed and tossed with butter seasoned with chopped fresh herbs, lemon zest, and a tangy sauce for a light...

For this mac 'n' cheese recipe, you don't need to cook the pasta separately: it's cooked directly in milk, creating a thick, milky, starchy base for the sauce. Three types of cheese...

Penne alla vodka (penne with vodka) is a classic Italian dish, beloved for its simplicity and vibrant flavor. This recipe makes it even easier. No cooking required...

What could be easier than cooking pasta in sauce in one pot?! No need to wait for the water to boil: all the ingredients are combined in one pot, and as they cook...

With the first asparagus sprouting, it's time to enjoy the vibrant spring flavors of Primavera pasta. Farfalle pasta (bow ties) in a creamy sauce and loaded with green vegetables is quick and easy to prepare—all in one...

This simple, classic pasta dish just got even easier: all the ingredients are cooked together in one pot. The sauce reduces and thickens while the spaghetti cooks, eliminating the need to drain...

These shrimp are marinated for just 30 minutes in a flavorful blend of lemon juice, garlic, and Old Bay seafood seasoning. They're incredibly delicious, but resist the temptation to marinate them...

A little ground beef, a little beer, and a little chipotle pepper—and you've got delicious chili ready in no time! The addition of spices and beer creates a flavor so rich it's like it's been simmered on the stovetop...

Prepare a big and delicious Sunday dinner in just 40 minutes. The chicken is baked in the oven along with a scattering of vegetables (new potatoes, carrots, red onion, and celery), and the finishing touch is...

Thin slices of chicken breast are rubbed with a paprika-spice mixture and grilled until delicious grill marks appear. Just a few minutes is all it takes to keep the tender breast from drying out and keep it...

A natural ham steak, the back ham, is pan-fried in butter with a little brown sugar, which turns into a light caramel crust and interestingly...

Prepare a delicious and quick Caribbean-style dinner. Skinless chicken breast is rubbed with Jamaican jerk seasoning, pan-fried until crispy and spiced, and served with a side of fried...

Leeks, assorted wild mushrooms, and white wine give this creamy risotto a rich and complex flavor. And the best part about this slow cooker recipe is that you...

Using a slow cooker, you can cook a tender whole chicken in less than an hour. It turns out juicy and so tender, the meat will fall right off the bone. If you're looking for a crispy, golden-brown flavor...

Classic lasagna is no longer just a weekend dish. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's perfect for a midweek after-work dinner. Lasagna is quick to prepare thanks to...

Cooking frozen chicken breast in a slow cooker is your secret weapon on weekdays when time is tight and there's no time to defrost. After the pressure cooker cycle is complete, be sure to let...

This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. All-natural pork loin cutlets are quickly pan-fried and topped with a lemon-garlic sauce made with...

This fish soup is based on potato soup, the recipe for which is also below. Despite its simplicity, the flavor is very rich and intense, thanks to the combination of...

Grill the tender white fish and vegetables in minutes, and the entire dish will be ready in no more than half an hour. Serve the fish and baked vegetables with sautéed beans and cornbread.

Spaghetti Carbonara in a velvety, rich egg sauce with pieces of fried pancetta is perfect for a chilly evening dinner. Add a knob of butter to the egg and cheese sauce, and...

This easy-to-make salmon has everything we expect from baked fish: tartness, sweet, salty, and spicy notes, tender, juicy flesh, and, most importantly, a crispy crust. This recipe...

The beauty of fish is that it cooks in minutes, making it perfect for a quick, tasty, and healthy dinner after work. In this recipe, Ree Drummond suggests making...

This simple dish is perfect for a no-fuss weeknight dinner. It's made with natural bone-in pork loin cutlets. Simply place them in a resealable bag along with...

For a new taste experience, try our grilled salmon with a spicy caramel crust. The salmon fillet is pre-rubbed with a mixture of dark brown sugar and chili powder, which is then...

Chicken thighs, green beans, and cherry tomatoes are tossed with an Italian herb blend and baked on a single baking sheet, then tossed with chunks of Italian...

Chicken breasts in a refreshing lemon-basil sauce with zucchini noodles are the perfect light dinner. It's healthy, low-carb, high-protein, and comes together quite easily...

To make this delicious and quick version of Chicken Parmesan, you'll need an oven-safe skillet. Thin chicken cutlets are pan-fried until golden brown and then braised in...

A dry marinade of brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, combined with a long simmer in the oven, produces stunning results: incredibly juicy chicken thighs...

Florentine-style dishes feature the addition of poached spinach, as in this recipe for crispy chicken breast topped with melting mozzarella and served with a quick sauté of cherry tomatoes and...

Make a complete, quick meal in one skillet. Rice simmers alongside chicken in a delicious mango salsa, absorbing all the wonderful juices. Ree Drummond...

This quick but delicious dish is based on store-bought tortellini pasta with cheese, mini dumplings simmered in a creamy Alfredo sauce, and then topped with chicken thigh pieces...

This thick, delicious, and healthy soup will appeal to all lovers of Asian cuisine, especially Thai. Rice noodles, juicy bok choy, cherry tomatoes, and plump shrimp—all in a spicy and sour...

This simple, quick-to-prepare skillet dish is perfect for an after-work dinner. The kale is pan-fried with spicy andouille sausage for a savory, yet...