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    Zero Motivation? Here's 12 Dinner Recipes That Still Get the Job Done

    Published: May 8, 2025 by bobbieblue

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    All you need is 10-20 minutes to a day to prep these amazing dinners. Some take as little as 5 minutes, while the slow cooker or oven does the rest of the work. Imagine coming home after a long day to a warm and delicious home cooked meal curtesy of your slow cooker, or an easy skillet meal that comes together in just minutes. With this collection of recipes- this can be reality!

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    Slow cooker meatballs, tater tot chicken casserole and beef noodles are just a few of the recipes that can get dinner done even when you are feeling exhausted! So take this list and plan your dinners for the next two weeks-you will less stressed knowing dinner is done!

    Sloppy Joe Pie

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    Craving a Sloppy Joe but want something different? Try Sloppy Joe Pie! It's a fun twist on the classic sandwich, featuring all the delicious flavors baked into a savory dish.

    Get the recipe: Sloppy Joe Pie

    Tater Tot Chicken Casserole

    Photo Credit: Easy Chicken Recipes

    Tired of your boring old meat, potatoes, and vegetables?  This casserole is a fun mixture of the three, all in one dish!  Make this easy tater tot casserole with chicken for an easy weeknight meal.

    Get the recipe: Tater Tot Chicken Casserole

    French Onion Beef Noodles

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    This one pot meal is loaded with tender pasta, savory beef and a flavorful French onion sauce. This quick and easy dinner is perfect for a weeknight meal.

    Get the recipe: French Onion Beef Noodles

    Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta

    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    This Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta gives all the flavors of the traditional dish coming together in this creamy, slow cooker pasta dish. Hearty, satisfying, and packed with rich flavor.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Chicken Cordon Bleu Pasta

    Homemade Crescent Roll Taco Pizza

    Photo Credit: Princess Pinky Girl

    This easy dinner comes together quickly with the help of refrigerated crescent roll dough. This has the flavors of your favorite taco in a pizza form.

    Get the recipe: Homemade Crescent Roll Taco Pizza

    Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak

    Photo Credit: Haute And Healthy Living

    This Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak is the perfect recipe for those busy weeknights! With just a few minutes of prep time, you’ll come home to a slow cooker full of tender, perfectly cooked meat and veggies full of flavor.

    Get the recipe: Healthy Crockpot Chicken Philly Cheesesteak

    Taco Soup with Ground Beef

    Taco Soup with Ground Beef
    Photo Credit: She's Not Cookin'

    This Taco Soup with Ground Beef is full of delicious flavors even though it is so quick and easy to make. This recipe makes an easy one-pot, no-fuss meal that everyone will love.

    Get the recipe: Taco Soup with Ground Beef

    Hawaiian Grilled Cheese

    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud

    The classic with a sweet and juicy twist. This Hawaiian grilled cheese sandwich is packed with melted cheese goodness and honey ham, but the secret ingredient is, of course, grilled pineapples.

    Get the recipe: Hawaiian Grilled Cheese.

    Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker

    In this recipe, frozen meatballs are turned into Salisbury steak meatballs through a clever combination of ingredients to make one delicious meal. Onion powder, brown gravy soup, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce and sliced mushrooms.

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak Meatballs

    Pork Stir Fry Rice Bowl

    Pork Stir Fry Rice Bowl
    Photo Credit: Yellow Bliss Road

    This Ground Pork Stir Fry recipe is easy to make and easy to adapt with different veggies. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a quick and easy weeknight dinner.

    Get the recipe: Pork Stir Fry Rice Bowl

    Slow Cooker Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops

    Slow Cooker Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops
    Photo Credit: XOXO Bella

    This recipe is sweet, pungent, and spicy, combining American and Chinese flavors. The glaze with honey, sriracha, soy, and hoisin sauces and caramelized pork chops - that's something you will crave again!

    Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Sriracha Honey Garlic Pork Chops.

    Instant Pot Taco Pasta

    A bowl of taco pasta.
    Photo Credit: The Recipe Well

    Are you craving tacos and pasta but don't want to break the bank? Try making this instant pot taco pasta! The recipe is very straightforward, and you will only use one pot. This is perfect for your family, friends, and surprise visitors.

    Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Taco Pasta

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    Hi, I'm Bobbie! Welcome to Blue's Best Life. I'm a self-taught cook that loves to cook wholesome meals while still enjoying a truly decadent dessert, because there is always room for a little something sweet!

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