Get the family around the table with these quick and easy weeknight dinner recipes. These family favorites include chicken, pasta, one-pot wonders or a cheesy baked casserole for comfort food meals. The key to a delicious weeknight dinner is to find recipes that are easy enough for busy nights, but still satisfying for everyone at the table. With this collection of recipes you will get dinner on the table quickly and have more time to focus on family!
BBQ Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes

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This BBQ Meatballs and Mashed Potatoes is a simple yet satisfying dish. Homemade meatballs are baked in a glossy, rich BBQ sauce and served over creamy mashed potatoes.
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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 is needed! Made with wholesome ingredients, this dish is the perfect comfort food for busy weeknights, leaving you with happy memories and satisfied tummies.
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Italian Chicken Pasta
This Italian chicken pasta is so easy it practically cooks itself. This one-pot dinner takes only 20 minutes and is creamy and delicious.
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Easy Chicken Noodle Casserole
This creamy chicken noodle casserole is the perfect comfort meal that is made with pantry staples and rotisserie chicken. This is a great family dinner that everyone will love.
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Chicken And Dumplings With Canned Biscuits
This easy chicken and dumplings recipe is made in one-pot for a quick weeknight meal that makes clean up a breeze. This is the perfect family dinner to make on busy weeknights.
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Cheeseburger Sliders
These Easy Cheeseburger Sliders have the delicious classic combination of juicy beef seasoned to perfection, with creamy American cheese layered throughout. These bite-sized burgers are one of the ultimate make-ahead appetizers for parties, game day tailgating snacks or a fun easy dinner.
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Tater Tot Turkey Casserole
This Turkey Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish that's perfect for using up leftover turkey. It's a simple one-pan meal that the whole family will enjoy, with layers of turkey, vegetables, cheese, and crispy tater tots.
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Easy Taco Salad Recipe
This taco salad is loaded with fresh tomatoes, avocado, cilantro and topped with a flavorfully seasoned ground turkey mixture. This easy salad takes 25 minutes to make for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Italian Sloppy Joe Sandwiches
This 20-minute dinner recipe is packed with flavor. If your family loves Italian food these Italian Sloppy Joe Sandwiches will be a hit!
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Oven Roasted Chicken Thighs Recipe
This tender and crispy, Italian baked chicken thighs recipe is incredibly easy and made in the oven in about 35 minutes! Bone-in chicken thighs are marinated with garlic cloves, olive oil, Italian seasoning, and fresh lemon juice for the best bold flavors.
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Stuffed Bell Peppers
Cheesy and savory, easy Stuffed Bell Peppers are made with flavorful ground beef and fluffy brown rice for a healthy recipe! These stuffed bell peppers are the best because they can be made with lean ground beef, sausage, turkey, chicken, or vegetarian ingredients.
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Instant Pot Beef and Shells
This easy Instant Pot beef and shells recipe is a quick weeknight dinner that turns ground beef and pasta into a creamy, cheesy dinner. It's sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike!
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Ground Beef Soft Tacos
Craving a quick and satisfying meal? Look no further than Beef Soft Tacos! These beauties are packed with juicy, flavorful seasoned beef nestled in warm, soft tortillas, and topped with your favorite fixings. Whip them up in just 30 minutes and enjoy a fiesta of taste in every bite!
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Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Crockpot Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta is a creamy and cheesy dish loaded with incredible garlic flavor that’s an easy-to-make dump-and-go dinner option!
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Slow Cooker BBQ Pulled Chicken
Flavorful, shredded BBQ chicken that practically falls apart at your touch? Believe it or not, this weeknight dream requires minimal effort! Just toss a few ingredients in your slow cooker and dinner is ready in 3 hours - perfect for busy schedules. Serve it on a plate or pile it high on a bun - either way, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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Sloppy Joes With Ground Turkey Breast
This classic sloppy joe is made healthier with lean ground turkey as the protein. Serve on a soft bun for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
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Crock Pot Spaghetti
This crock pot spaghetti features juicy homemade beef meatballs simmered in a rich tomato sauce. Toss it all together with tender spaghetti for a hearty, family-friendly meal that pleases everyone. It's a slow cooker comfort food classic that will be a hit on your dinner table!
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Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup
Craving comfort food? Look no further than slow cooker lasagna soup! This hearty dish is bursting with flavor and comes together in a snap. It uses ingredients you likely already have on hand, making it a perfect weeknight meal.
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Crockpot Marry Me Chicken
This recipe for Crockpot Marry Me Chicken is a great option for a hassle-free yet flavorful meal. It's simple to prepare and delivers delicious results, sure to be a crowd-pleaser. We'll use your crockpot to create a dish that's both convenient and tasty.
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Mexican Lasagna
Dive into this hearty Mexican casserole! Layers of savory goodness come together for a quick and comforting meal.
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Pizza Chicken
This easy pizza stuffed chicken recipe is a naturally low carb dish that has all the flavors of pizza. Switch up the toppings to make your favorite pizza chicken recipe!
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Easy Chicken Pot Pie Casserole
Whip up ultimate comfort food in a flash with this Easy Chicken Pot Pie Casserole with Biscuits! This simple recipe is sure to impress, even if you're short on time, and is guaranteed to please even the finest palates in your family.
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Instant Pot Chinese Chicken and Broccoli
Super easy dump and start Instant Pot chicken and broccoli dinner made in 20 minutes from start to finish! This family-friendly recipe is loved by adults and children alike, the flavors turn out just incredible!
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Honey BBQ Chicken Tenders
This easy honey BBQ sauce is slathered over fried chicken tenders for a delicious family recipe. This tangy sauce has just the perfect amount of sweet honey.
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Baked Salsa Chicken
This baked salsa chicken is made with Mexican flavors like black beans, corn, salsa and melty cheese. This comes together quickly and bakes in the oven in 40 minutes for a flavorful family dinner.
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Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops
Get ready for a mouth-watering meal with these crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Honey Mustard Pork Chops. Coated in a delicious honey mustard sauce and cooked to perfection in the air fryer, these pork chops are sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast
Instant Pot French Onion Pot Roast is melt-in-your-mouth pot roast that's made with almost no prep! This simple recipe has the flavors of French onion soup with tender pot roast.
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Mexican Chicken Casserole
This classic Mexican Chicken Casserole is a family favorite that's easy to make and sure to be a hit at your next dinner. It's the perfect addition to your weeknight meal rotation.
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Crispy Chicken Parmesan Recipe
This baked version of chicken parmesan has all the flavors of the classic dish but is baked in the oven for a healthier version. This easy dinner is the perfect family dinner.
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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
The easy Air Fryer Chicken Tender recipe is made without breading but still is juicy and tender with plenty of seasoning. Perfect family dinner that the kids will love!
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Chicken Pot Pies
Prepare to indulge in comfort food heaven with these irresistible Mini Chicken Pot Pies! Packed with tender rotisserie chicken, creamy goodness of chicken soup, a cheesy twist, and a flaky biscuit crust, these individual-sized pot pies are the ultimate savory treat to warm your soul on chilly evenings.
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Lasagna Roll Ups Recipe
Craving lasagna but short on time? Look no further! These roll-up marvels offer all the cheesy goodness you love, packed into a fuss-free format perfect for busy nights.
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Asian Chicken Thighs
These Asian Chicken Thighs are a flavorful recipe that is made with a homemade Asian marinade. The chicken can marinate for as little as 30 minutes or all day for the best flavor.
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Mississippi Chicken
Mississippi Chicken is a lighter version of a classic Mississippi pot roast, with all of the tangy, rich flavors you’d expect. We’re making this shredded chicken in the crockpot, so it’s fast and easy too!
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Easy Zucchini Stuffed Taco Boats
These Easy Zucchini Stuffed Taco Boats are packed with flavor and a breeze to make. Perfect for a nutritious and low-carb meal that won't disappoint.
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Tortilla Pie Recipe
This Tortilla Pie features a succulent ground beef filling bursting with flavor, smothered in a rich, melty cheese that unifies all the delicious elements.
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Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Pork Chops are a family favorite! Tender boneless pork chops coated in a thick sweet & sour sauce with juicy chunks of pineapple.
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Easy Bruschetta Chicken Skillet Dinner
Craving a flavorful and healthy dinner in under 30 minutes? This Bruschetta Chicken Skillet is perfect! Tender, sauteed chicken breasts are topped with a vibrant mix of ripe tomatoes and fresh basil for a burst of summery goodness. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor, this is a one-pan wonder the whole family will love.
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Hamburger Casserole
This hamburger casserole is hearty ground beef and mushrooms in tomato sauce, combined with noodles and topped with melted cheese. A comfort food classic that’s great for feeding a large group!
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Baked Spaghetti Pie
Turn simple ingredients into a comfort food masterpiece with this easy recipe for Spaghetti Pie! It’s made in a large dish so that there is plenty to go around, and everyone loves it.
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