With this collection of recipes, you can get dinner on the table in 30 minutes or less so you can relax! Forget making long complicated dinners. We have an amazing variety of recipes to choose from so you will never be bored with dinner again. So if you are looking for a quick meal there is a recipe that is sure to please with beef, chicken and even meatless options. Try a cheesy hamburger mac and cheese or an air fryer pineapple chicken. Get dinner on the table fast with no stress so you can enjoy a relaxing evening.
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Ginger Sesame Ground Chicken Stir Fry
Whip up this 30-minute stir fry bursting with Asian flavors your family will love! Tender ground chicken mingles with colorful broccoli, red bell peppers, onions, and carrots, all bathed in a sweet and savory sesame sauce. It's healthy, kid-friendly, and packed with satisfying veggies, making it the perfect weeknight dinner hero.
Get the recipe: Ginger Sesame Ground Chicken Stir Fry
Chili's Copycat Monterey Chicken
Monterey Chicken is a fabulous 30-minute meal idea! This skillet dinner recipe will save you time on busy nights, and it’s kid-approved too! Chicken recipes like this are perfect for the whole family to enjoy! This tasty recipe always gets rave reviews!
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Spicy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
These spicy Buffalo Chicken Meatballs are great for a light dinner or party appetizer. Much less messy than eating chicken wings, these bite-sized meatballs are moist and full of flavor!
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Avocado Burger
Avocado is perfect combined with a classic burger and adds freshness. Combined with pickled red onions and sprouts, it is ready in under 30 minutes.
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Air Fryer Salmon Bites with Creamy Cajun Sauce
Flaky, tender Air Fryer Salmon Bites whip up in just 20 minutes for a healthy appetizer or easy dinner paired with a vegetable. Served with a quick Creamy Cajun Sauce for dipping, this dish is packed with flavor!
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Santa Fe Salad With Cilantro Avocado Dressing
This flavorful salad is the perfect quick and easy dinner recipe or can be made for meal prep for the week. The chicken is perfectly seasoned in a spice rub and cooked in a skillet until perfectly tender.
Get the recipe: Santa Fe Salad With Cilantro Avocado Dressing
Creamy Beef Pasta (30 Minutes)
Craving a comforting and quick dinner? This Easy Creamy Beef Pasta is sure to hit the spot. It's loaded with flavor from the seasoned ground beef, creamy tomato sauce, and rich cheddar cheese. Plus, it's easy to make on a busy weeknight!
Get the recipe: Creamy Beef Pasta (30 Minutes)
Creamy Lemon Chicken Orzo Soup Recipe
This creamy lemon chicken orzo soup recipe comes together easily in one pot for a delicious dinner that takes only 30 minutes to make!
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Easy Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese
This easy bolognese comes together in just 30 minutes for a quick weeknight meal that everyone will love. Plus it has lots of nutrient rich veggies in the sauce so you feel good serving a healthier dinner option.
Get the recipe: Easy Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese
Tuscan White Bean Soup
This Tuscan White Bean Soup is packed full of flavor and super simple to make. It is an easy 30-minute one-pot Italian soup that the whole family will enjoy.
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Thai Chicken Salad With Peanut Dressing
This Thai Chicken Salad is loaded with crunchy cabbage, carrots and red peppers. Top it with a spicy peanut sauce for a quick dinner that will completely satisfy.
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Cast Iron Baked Ham and Swiss Sliders
These Cast Iron Baked Ham and Swiss Sliders are bursting with flavor. Perfect for a party they are baked in a cast iron skillet and drizzled with a savory butter sauce!
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Pesto Chicken Recipe
This tasty pesto chicken recipe takes only 30 minutes to make and has a wonderful vibrant flavor from the creamy pesto sauce. This is an easy one pot dinner recipe!
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Air Fryer Pineapple Chicken
Make a delicious stir fry recipe inside your air fryer. This air fryer pineapple chicken has a flavorful tangy sauce and is perfectly paired with fluffy rice.
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Easy Baked Chicken Tacos
Spice up your Taco Tuesday with these irresistible Easy Baked Chicken Tacos! These crispy delights are bursting with flavor, thanks to a creamy and slightly spicy filling made with rotisserie chicken, melty cheese, tangy green chiles, and a touch of homemade taco seasoning. Prepare to be amazed by the ease of this delicious recipe!
Get the recipe: Easy Baked Chicken Tacos
Baked Chili Cheese Dogs
These Baked Chili Cheese Dogs are super delicious. When you bake chili dogs in the oven, they taste warm, fresh, and extra tasty. You have to try them.
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Cheesy Taco Pasta Recipe
This Cheesy Taco Pasta Recipe is one of those nostalgic meals the whole family is going to love. Super simple to make and ready in just 30 minutes you can't go wrong!
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Cheeseburger Quesadillas
This creative 30-minute meal combines the savory flavor of cheeseburgers with a crunchy quesadilla. This has all the toppings and even a drizzle of special sauce.
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Gnocchi With Black Truffle Cream Sauce
This creamy gnocchi dish takes only 15 minutes to prepare but tastes like it came from a 5-star resturant. This pillowy gnocchi are coated in a delicious black truffle cream sauce that will be sure to impress.
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30 Minute Asian Orange Beef
This 30-Minute Asian Orange Beef is bursting with flavor. Tender beef is coated in a sweet and tangy orange sauce - a crowd-pleaser for all ages!
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Salmon Piccata
Salmon piccata that is better than any restaurant style salmon dish served right in the comfort of your home. Tender and flaky salmon fillets in a delicious creamy lemon and capers sauce.
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Skillet Hamburger Mac and Cheese
This easy hamburger casserole recipe perfect for weeknights combines the delicious flavors of seasoned ground beef with the creamy, cheesy goodness of macaroni pasta.
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Honey Chicken
Short on time? Honey Lemon Chicken is your answer! This quick and easy dish features succulent chicken in a delicious honey lemon sauce, ready in just 15 minutes.
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Garlic Butter Baked Cod
This delicious baked cod recipes takes only 25 minutes to make for an easy weeknight dinner recipe.
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Instant Pot Cheeseburger Soup
This creamy soup is made with everyday ingredients for a hearty meal the entire family will love. This dinner takes 30 minutes for a quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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Apple Balsamic Instant Pot Pork Tenderloin Recipe
This easy Instant Pot pork tenderloin is made with fresh herbs, apples and apple jam for a delicious dinner that is ready in just 30 minutes.
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Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry
Weeknights just got easier! This Homemade Teriyaki Chicken Stir Fry is ready in 30 minutes and features a delicious, homemade sauce. The whole family will love it!
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Asian Chicken Salad With Ginger Dressing
This Asian Chicken Salad is made with shredded rotisserie chicken to make dinner prep quick. This salad is also great for lunches as long as you keep the dressing separate.
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30-Minute Lightened Up Hamburger Helper (One-Pot)
This homemade twist on the classic cheeseburger macaroni is bursting with flavor and comes together in under 30 minutes. It's easy – just one pot needed! Made with wholesome ingredients, this dish is the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, leaving you with happy memories and satisfied tummies.
Get the recipe: 30-Minute Lightened Up Hamburger Helper (One-Pot)
Easy Creamy Parmesan Chicken Spinach Pasta
Craving comfort food in a hurry? This creamy Parmesan Chicken Spinach Pasta is ready in about 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights. Packed with cheesy goodness and tender chicken, it's a dish the whole family will love!
Get the recipe: Easy Creamy Parmesan Chicken Spinach Pasta
25 Minute Easy Taco Salad Recipe
This easy taco salad recipe has all of the same great taste of your favorite tacos in a healthier salad. Load your salad up with fresh tomatoes, black beans and avocado for a delicious dinner that can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Get the recipe: 25 Minute Easy Taco Salad Recipe
Easy Bruschetta Chicken Skillet Recipe
Whip up this Easy Bruschetta Chicken Skillet for a flavorful and healthy dinner in under 30 minutes! Juicy chicken breasts are topped with fresh, vine-ripened tomatoes and fragrant basil for a dish that's sure to please the whole family.
Get the recipe: Easy Bruschetta Chicken Skillet Recipe
Easy Smothered Chicken
This Southern Smothered Chicken is the ultimate in easy eats. We're talking juicy, seasoned chicken fried to crispy perfection, then smothered in a rich and creamy onion gravy that will have you begging for seconds. Get ready for a dish that's tender enough to cut with a fork.
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Easy Asian Ground Chicken Lettuce Wraps Recipe
If you are looking for a quick dinner that is full of flavor but also light and healthy try these Asian Chicken Lettuce Wraps. These are sauteed with fresh veggies and a savory sauce.
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Lemon Chicken Pasta Recipe
This is a delicious pasta dinner that can be ready and on the table in just 30 minutes. It's loaded with fresh flavors, juicy chicken and tender pasta for a family dinner everyone will love.
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Salmon Quinoa Salad With Lemon Dressing
Flaky salmon pairs perfectly with fluffy quinoa and a burst of fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. This complete meal is easy to whip up and even easier to love. Plus, it's perfect for meal prep so you can enjoy delicious lunches throughout the week.
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Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Craving a quick and easy weeknight meal? Look no further than Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas! This recipe is perfect for meal prepping, featuring tender chicken, colorful peppers, onions, and a delicious fajita seasoning. In no time, you'll have a flavorful dish the whole family will love.
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Easy General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry
Whip up this easy General Tso Shrimp in under 30 minutes! This flavorful stir-fry bursts with sweet, tangy, and savory notes, with a touch of heat. Also known as General Tao's Shrimp or General Tsao's Shrimp, it's a classic favorite you'd find at restaurants, buffets, and even your favorite takeout spot. Now you can enjoy it at home in no time!
Get the recipe: Easy General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry
The Best One Pot Taco Macaroni And Cheese
This one-pot taco mac and cheese is ready in 30 minutes and brings together the best of Mexican and Italian flavors. It's perfect for chilly nights when you crave something hearty and cheesy. Made in a Dutch oven, this easy dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
Get the recipe: The Best One Pot Taco Macaroni And Cheese
30-Minute Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
Craving a satisfying stir-fry? This beef and broccoli recipe is the answer. Forget takeout! We've got tender beef, crisp broccoli, and all the savory goodness you love, with none of the extras. Garlic adds a delightful aroma, and the flavors come together in a dish that's both healthy and bursting with taste.
Get the recipe: 30-Minute Beef And Broccoli Stir Fry
30-Minute Lemon Basil Chicken Linguini
Craving a delicious weeknight dinner in just 30 minutes? This Lemon Basil Chicken Linguine is your answer. It's incredibly easy to make, combining bright lemon and fragrant basil for a light yet flavorful dish. The whole family will love this refreshing twist on classic chicken pasta!
Get the recipe: 30-Minute Lemon Basil Chicken Linguini
Walking Taco Casserole Recipe
This casserole is a fiesta in a dish! It's loaded with melty cheese, crunchy chips, savory seasoned beef, and a kick of spice. Imagine all the best parts of a taco, but baked into a hot, easy Mexican casserole.
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Kielbasa And Sauerkraut Skillet Dinner
Whip up this one-pan kielbasa and sauerkraut skillet. With less than 10 ingredients and only 30 minutes, you'll have a hearty dinner on the table in no time. It's perfect for busy weeknights!
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Spicy Chili Lime Shrimp
Craving juicy, flavorful shrimp? This easy chili lime recipe delivers in just 20 minutes! Tender shrimp are bathed in a zesty, slightly spicy sauce for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal.
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Chicken Piccata Recipe
With just 7 ingredients and a single pan, you can whip up a flavorful lemon chicken dish the whole family will devour. Tender chicken gets a delicious coating and simmers in a tangy piccata sauce with pops of briny capers. It's a simple yet impressive dinner that's sure to become a favorite.
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Healthy Chicken Enchiladas Recipe
Craving a flavorful and satisfying meal? These easy chicken enchiladas are ready in about 30 minutes, making them perfect for a busy weeknight. Simply shred some chicken, wrap it in tortillas, and smother it in our homemade enchilada sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
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Creamy Miso Pasta With Mushrooms
Whip up this creamy miso pasta with mushrooms for a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner in under 30 minutes! Packed with umami, garlic, and a hint of parmesan cheese. Vegan and gluten-free options available.
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Garlic Parmesan Pasta
This Garlic Parmesan Pasta is a creamy and flavorful dish that's perfect for a comforting weeknight meal. It's vegetarian by default, but you can easily add cooked chicken or shrimp for a more protein-packed option. The sauce is similar to a silky Alfredo, but with a deeper flavor thanks to the garlic and a touch of fresh parsley.
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Crispy And Crunchy French Fried Onion Chicken
Craving a dinner that's both easy and delicious? Look no further than French Fried Onion Chicken! This dish is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, featuring incredibly moist chicken enveloped in a delightfully crunchy coating made with everyone's favorite French fried onions. Each bite offers a symphony of flavors - salty, crispy, with a hint of tanginess - and the chicken stays amazingly juicy. Trust me, you won't believe how good it is!
Get the recipe: Crispy And Crunchy French Fried Onion Chicken
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