This roundup of easy dinner recipes are meals you’ll turn to time and time again — because who doesn’t love reliable, tasty suppers that come together without the fuss? From weeknight wonders like Easy Air Fryer Meatballs to dishes that feel just a little bit special (check out the Flank Steak Peperonata), these recipes balance comfort and convenience. Simple to prepare and satisfying to eat, these recipes are sure to make your busy days a little more delicious.
Easy Ragù Alla Bolognese
Flavorful and comforting, this hearty bolognese sauce comes together in a flash and is gone almost as quickly when served to hungry appetites. This rich, meaty sauce is quick and easy, unlike other classic bolognese recipes that call for several hours of simmering.
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Comforting Chicken & Gnocchi Dumplings
This is the perfect dinner when you’re craving chicken and dumplings, but not up to the task of making the traditional dish. Shredded chicken, store-bought gnocchi, and a mirepoix of vegetables in a creamy sauce are the heart and soul of this cozy 30-minute recipe.
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Flank Steak Peperonata
When the weather makes outdoor grilling less than ideal, this pan-seared flank steak recipe is the answer. Using a foolproof indoor cooking method, this flank steak doesn’t need to be marinated and will still result in a perfectly tender cut with maximum flavor, especially when topped with an easy homemade peperonata. Serve with polenta, mashed potatoes, or inside tacos, as an addition to a rice bowl, or turn into steak sandwiches.
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Ginger Ground Beef Bowls (Soboro Donburi)
This simple Japanese rice bowl features soboro—finely ground meat infused with umami flavors—generously served over a bed of steamed rice, creating a satisfying donburi (rice bowl) dish. This rendition of the casual dish includes gingery ground beef, mushrooms, peas, and fresh spinach, cooked in a flavorful blend of tamari, toasted sesame oil, and brown sugar. It’s a hearty, satisfying, and nutritious meal that comes together in less than 30 minutes.
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Thai Chicken Wraps
These Thai chicken wraps are loaded with fresh vegetables, grilled chicken, and a generous schmear of peanut sauce. It’s a quick, healthy, and easy meal that can be prepared for lunch or dinner in less than 25 minutes.
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One Pot Mac & Cheese
This creamy, cheesy homemade stovetop mac and cheese is almost as quick and just as easy as the boxed stuff, but oh, SO much better. This recipe requires just one pot and 20 minutes.
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Easy Air Fryer Meatballs
Baked in an air fryer (or oven) these tender, juicy gluten-free meatballs will be a hit whether you serve them as an appetizer, over a plate of spaghetti, or in a meatball sub. They take less than 30 minutes from start to finish.
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Coconut Tomato Curry With Cod & Brown Rice
Silky fire-roasted tomato curry with undertones of ginger, garlic, lime, and turmeric and perfectly cooked, flaky codfish is a delicious combo resembling popular South Indian fish curry recipes. Serve over brown rice to create an easy weeknight meal or a dish that dinner guests will love.
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One Pot Creamy Cajun Sausage Pasta
Nothing says simple like a one-pot dinner recipe and this creamy cajun sausage pasta recipe is exactly that. This 30-minute meal is perfect for those weeknight dinners when craving something luxuriously creamy with a spicy kick. This recipe has multiple 5-star reviews for a reason.
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Thai-Style Tempeh Green Curry
This simple weeknight recipe is perfect for using up any veggies that have been hanging out in your fridge. Use tempeh as a vegan protein option or simply swap it for another protein of choice, like chicken or shrimp.
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Southwest Chicken Rice Bowls
This simple 20-minute chicken rice bowl is made with healthy, basic ingredients and tasty southwest flavors. Perfect for meal prep or an easy weeknight dinner.
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Simple Beef Ramen Bowl
Sautéed vegetables, savory ground beef, and a fried egg are served over ramen to create this gloriously tasty ramen bowl. Make this meal in just 25 minutes.
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Chicken Piccata With Gnocchi
Thinly sliced chicken is dredged in seasoned flour and sautéed in a dreamy lemon butter pan sauce with wine and capers. Then gnocchi is added to the chicken piccata for the ultimate tasty comfort food dinner. Only 25 minutes from start to finish.
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Beef Kofta With Greek Yogurt Sauce
Make a Mediterranean-inspired meal that the whole family will love. This beef kofta with Greek yogurt sauce comes together in just 35 minutes using simple ingredients combined with savory spices. A wonderful recipe for gatherings, meal prep, or a quick and simple weekday dinner.
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Easy 20-Minute Shrimp Tacos
Fresh shrimp, onions, bell peppers, and kale are sautéed in butter, olive oil, garlic, and spices. Then finish them off with a big squeeze of lime, a drizzle of hot sauce, cilantro, and a dollop of sour cream for some insanely tasty tacos that come together in only 20 minutes.
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Herb-Crusted Pork Tenderloin With Creamy Polenta
Tender, herb-crusted pork tenderloin is served over creamy polenta with roasted garlicky cherry tomatoes. This simple, no-fuss dinner will impress any night of the week or for any special occasion that calls for an unforgettable meal.
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Date Night Gnocchi
Chicken, sautéed butternut squash, and kale are combined in a creamy alfredo sauce and topped with grated parmesan cheese. Impress your date with this stay-at-home date night dinner winner!
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Creamy Lemon Asparagus Pasta
Pasta is tossed in a creamy, silky, lemony sauce with sautéed asparagus, shallots, & toasted almonds. It’s an easy and delicious 30-minute dinner recipe that can serve as a quick go-to meal any night of the week.
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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts With Sausage, Apples, & Pecans
Sautéed brussels sprouts steal the show in this one-skillet 30-minute dish. Brussels sprouts are sautéed with savory sausage, sweet apples, toasted pecans, and hearty sweet potatoes in this quick and easy dish that’s perfect for cozy weeknights or festive holiday gatherings.
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