Savor your Sunday: 25 super simple recipes for a lazy afternoon

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Who wants to spend hours toiling away in the kitchen on a Sunday? Here are 25 super easy-to-make recipes that will let you indulge your lazy side while also indulging your cravings for delicious food.

A delicious Sunday recipe of Asian beef with rice and cucumbers.
Beef Bulgogi. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Singapore Noodles

Singapore noodles with pork and shrimp.
Singapore Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Singapore Rice Noodles are delicious—seasoned with curry powder. and studded with sliced Char Siu or Chinese Roast Pork, prawns, julienned carrots, thinly sliced onions, and scrambled eggs.
Grab the Recipe: Singapore Noodles

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo

chicken adobo in a white bowl.
Instant Pot Chicken Adobo. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot Chicken Adobo is a quick way to make this classic Filipino comfort food— tender chicken in a sweet and savory glaze.
Grab the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Adobo

Thai Chicken Satay

Thai chicken satay on a black plate with cucumber salad and limes and peanut dipping sauce and rice on the side.
Thai Chicken satay. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Satay Chicken is loaded with authentic flavors like turmeric, lemongrass, chiles, and fish sauce. A rich and spicy Thai Peanut Sauce is perfect for dipping.
Grab the Recipe: Thai Chicken Satay

Beef Bulgogi

Beef bulgogi in a bowl with rice, cucumbers, cilantro and chopsticks.
Beef Bulgogi. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Beef Bulgogi Bowl recipe makes a delicious one-bowl meal. It’s a super easy weeknight dinner, featuring marinated, thin slices of tender beef cooked on a barbecue, griddle, or skillet and served over a bed of rice.
Grab the Recipe: Beef Bulgogi Bowls

Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Chicken shawarma wrap with cucumbers and tomatoes.
Chicken Shawarma Wrap. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps are infused with the intense flavors of the Middle East. Authentic Shawarma is spit-roasted for hours, but this quick air fryer version captures those delicious shawarma flavors and can be on your table in under 30 minutes. Don’t skip the rich, tangy Lemon Tahini Sauce!
Grab the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Beef Yakisoba

beef yakisoba noodles on a black plate.
Beef Yakisoba. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Beef Yakisoba combines tender beef, cabbage, shiitake mushrooms, onions, and scallions with chewy noodles and a savory-sweet yakisoba sauce. It’s a delicious meal that’s quick to make!
Grab the Recipe: Beef Yakisoba

Sopa de Camaron

Shrimp soup in a white bowl with lime wedges.
Sopa de Camaron. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Sopa de Camarones, or Mexican Shrimp Soup, is light, but full of earthy flavor. Dried chiles give the broth its rich red color and distinctive flavor.
Grab the Recipe: Sopa de Camaron

Gochujang Chicken

Gochujang chicken on a white plate with fresh mint, lettuce, pickled onions, and ssamjang sauce.
Gochujang Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Gochujang chicken is a delicious Korean recipe featuring the fermented red chile paste that is spicy and full of umami. This spicy Korean chicken recipe is easy to make either on the barbecue grill or in a grill pan on the stovetop.
Grab the Recipe: Gochujang Chicken

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Thai peanut sauce noodles in a white bowl with lime wedges.
Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles is a dish I could eat every day and never get tired of it. It’s a quick, easy, delicious vegetarian meal with tons of spicy Thai flavor.
Grab the Recipe: Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Thai Turkey Meatballs

Thai turkey meatballs on a plate with dipping sauce and a red and white napkin.
Thai Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Turkey Meatballs in Red Curry Sauce are super quick and easy to make. They’re baked in the oven, which is way easier than browning them in a skillet.They make a popular appetizer and are also great for dinner, served with the sauce over rice with some steamed or roasted veggies on the side.
Grab the Recipe: Thai Turkey Meatballs

Instant Pot Kalua Pork

Kalua pork on a white plate with rice , pineapple, and red pepper.
Instant Pot Kalua Pork. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Cooking traditional Kalua Pork in your Instant Pot is an easy and tasty way to enjoy the classic Hawaiian dish on busy weeknights!
Grab the Recipe: Instant Pot Kalua Pork

Harissa Chicken

Harissa chicken on a black plate with rice and dill.
Harissa Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Harissa chicken is so easy to make and loaded with deliciously spicy North African flavor. It’s amazing that it only has 6 ingredients (plus salt + pepper). I love cooking with Tunisian harissa paste, the spicy North African chile paste. It brings tons of flavor to this favorite weeknight chicken dish.
Grab the Recipe: Harissa Chicken

Chicken Hot and Sour Soup

two bowls of hot and sour soup with Chinese soup spoons and a black and white napkin.
Hot and Sour Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Chicken Hot and Sour Soup starts with a rich, tangy, spicy broth. Then it’s filled with mushrooms, bamboo shoots, tender chicken, tofu, and ribbons of egg. It’s seriously nutritious and seriously delicious.
Grab the Recipe: Chicken Hot and Sour Soup

Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

sliced flank steak with chile butter.
Flank Steak with Chile Butter. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Flank steak is quick and easy to grill. This 5-ingredient recipe tops it with a sweet spicy chili butter that is full of flavor. It can be on the table in 20 minutes.
Grab the Recipe: Grilled Flank Steak with Chile Butter

Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma

Chicken shawarma with harissa paste and veggies.
Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Flavored with lemon juice, garlic, cumin, and other Mediterranean spices, this easy chicken shawarma recipe can be made entirely in your home oven. Or you can make it even more quickly using a combination of your Instant Pot and oven.
Grab the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma

Instant Pot Ramen Noodle Stir-Fry

Ramen noodles stir fry in a white bowl.
Ramen Noodle Stir Fry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Craving something delicious and easy for dinner? Look no further than this delicious Ramen Noodle Stir-Fry! Perfect for weeknight dinners, this savory and spicy dish is sure to hit the spot.
Grab the Recipe: Instant Pot Ramen Noodle Stir-Fry

Instant Pot Tortilla Soup

Chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl with a spoon.
Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Instant Pot Chicken Tortilla Soup is one of my favorite easy dinners. It’s loaded with shredded chicken, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and, of course, tons of flavor.
Grab the Recipe: Instant Pot Tortilla Soup

Kung Pao Chicken

Kung pao chicken in a striped bowl with rice.
Kung Pao Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This kung pao chicken is just like what you get at your favorite Chinese takeout restaurant. Tender bits of chicken, crunchy peanuts, a salty-sweet sauce, and a hit of spice all come together to make one delicious dish.
Grab the Recipe: Kung Pao Chicken

Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Lamb kofta kebabs on a wooden tray with vegies and sauces.
Lamb Kofta Kebabs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Lamb kofta kebabs are made by mixing ground lamb, fresh herbs, like cilantro and mint, and Middle Eastern spices and then grilling the mixture on skewers. Serve with tzatziki, harissa, hummus, and pita.
Grab the Recipe: Lamb Kofta Kebabs

Air Fryer Fish Tacos

Fish tacos on a small baking sheet with limes.
Air Fryer Fish Tacos. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious

Fish Tacos make a perfect meal during the spring and summer when the days are longer and the evenings warmer. Even better is making your fish tacos in the air fryer, which makes them even easier and quicker to make.
Grab the Recipe: Air Fryer Fish Tacos

Pancit Bihon

Pancit bihon with chopsticks.
Pancit Bihon. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pancit Bihon is an irresistible Filipino recipe that’s easy to make and delivers traditional Filipino flavor. Perfectly chewy rice noodles are stir-fried with chicken and veggies, then seasoned with soy sauce, oyster sauce, and other seasonings. It’s quick to make and full of delicious flavor!
Grab the Recipe: Pancit Bihon

Szechuan Shrimp

Szechuan Shrimp in a pan with a serving spoon.
Szechuan Shrimp. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Spicy Szechuan Shrimp is easy to make at home. Hot bean paste, chili oil, and Szechuan peppercorns give it a kick!
Grab the Recipe: Szechuan Shrimp

Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso salmon on a black plate with rice, sliced avocado, spinach and sesame seeds.
Miso Salmon. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Miso Glazed Salmon for Two is perfect for Valentine’s Day. It only has a few ingredients but is big on taste.
Grab the Recipe: Miso Glazed Salmon

Gochujang Noodles

Gochujang noodles in a skillet with chopsticks.
Gochujang Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Gochujang Noodles are so full of flavor, you won’t be able to stop eating them. Imagine chewy noodles bathed in a rich and creamy, spicy, savory sauce studded with tender greens and meaty sliced mushrooms.
Grab the Recipe: Gochujang Noodles

Cajun Shrimp and Grits

Shrimp and grits in a turquoise bowl garnished with scallions.
Shrimp and Grits. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Cajun Shrimp and Grits is spicy, satisfying comfort food. Creamy, buttery grits are topped with Cajun spiced shrimp.
Grab the Recipe: Cajun Shrimp and Grits

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