Looking for easy weeknight dinner recipes you need to try? We’ve got a lineup of great meals perfect for those hectic nights when you want a solid dinner without the hassle. These 27 recipes are a breeze to make and just what you need to keep dinner time stress-free and delicious.
Spinach Chicken Bake
This Spinach Chicken Bake, loaded with juicy chicken and healthy spinach, is a weeknight dinner champion ready in 30 minutes. Lay marinated chicken thighs in a baking dish, top with cream cheese then spinach before baking. It’s the perfect quick and filling meal that gets dinner on the table fast, ensuring a delicious meal that never fails to please the family.
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Crock Pot Taco Soup
Crock Pot Taco Soup is dinner made easier and tastier. Brown some ground beef and then toss it into the Crock Pot with diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, a packet of taco seasoning, and chicken broth. This soup is a warm, flavorful solution to end a busy day, providing a hearty meal that the whole family will love.
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Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole
Combine rice, beef, and bell peppers in a dish and top with cheese for a 45-minute bake. This casserole is our go-to for an easier take on stuffed peppers, saving time while delivering a hearty meal. It’s perfect for a simple dinner that never fails to please on busy nights.
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Cabbage and Sausage
Quickly cook cabbage and your choice of sausage together for a 30-minute, one-pan meal. It’s a reliable weeknight dinner that’s both simple and adaptable, making it easy to keep dinner interesting. This dish is always a winner for its minimal prep and clean-up, perfect for our go-to weeknight recipes.
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Sausage and Veggies Sheet Pan Dinner
Just throw your favorite sausages and veggies on a sheet pan and bake — all ready to be served in 30 minutes. It’s our shortcut to a versatile and effortless dinner that’s great for when time is tight, but you still want a filling meal. This one-pan wonder is a staple for quick, savory, and no-fail weeknight dinners.
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
Sauté chicken bites and then coat them in a rich garlic butter sauce, all in 30 minutes. This dish pairs beautifully with any side, making it a versatile option for our go-to weeknight meals. It’s quick to prepare and packs a flavor punch, proving to be a crowd-pleaser every time.
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Loaded Broccoli Cauliflower Casserole
Mix frozen broccoli and cauliflower with a creamy sauce, cheese, and bacon, and bake. This casserole is a weeknight lifesaver prepped and served in 30 minutes. It’s one of our favorite picks for a hearty, stress-free dinner on busy evenings.
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Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole
Our Easy Tuna Noodle Casserole is a reliable staple for a quick, no-mess dinner. Start by boiling noodles until they’re just right. In a separate bowl, mix canned tuna, cream of mushroom soup, peas, and a dash of cheese. Combine this with the noodles, top with breadcrumbs, and bake.
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Fajita Baked Chicken
Mix seasoned chicken with cream cheese, sweet peppers, and mozzarella, and bake. This dish adds a flavorful spin to dinner, easy enough for any night but special enough to spice up the routine — and it’s ready in just half an hour. Make ahead, and you’ll have another favorite to add to your collection of go-to weeknight dinners.
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Broccoli Casserole
This 50-minute broccoli casserole is all about simplicity and taste, combining broccoli, cheese, and breadcrumbs. It’s designed for busy weeknights, providing a filling meal without requiring hours in the kitchen. As a go-to recipe, it ensures a delicious dinner is always within reach, even on the busiest evenings.
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Jalapeño Popper Chicken Salad
Combine chicken, bacon, jalapeños, and a creamy dressing for a delicious and protein-packed salad. Ready whenever you are, it’s a fresh take on dinner that fits perfectly into our weeknight routine. This salad is a go-to for a light meal on busy nights.
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Turn the classic pot pie into a one-pot, creamy soup ready in an hour. Cook chicken, saute veggies, add seasonings and flour, stir in broth, and simmer. It’s a comforting choice for a filling dinner without the hassle. This easy, one-pot meal is a stress-free solution to a hearty dinner that everyone loves.
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Creamy Italian Sausage Soup
This soup mixes Italian sausage with cream cheese, tomatoes, and cream in just 30 minutes. Cooked all in one pot, it simplifies cleanup and maximizes family time, making it a perfect addition to our weeknight dinner arsenal. It’s a comforting, hearty choice for when you need a quick and appetizing meal.
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Ground Beef Skillet with Cauliflower Rice
In 30 minutes, make a one-skillet meal with ground beef, cheddar, cauliflower rice, and mushrooms. This dish is the epitome of easy, quick, and practical, great for meal prep or enjoying leftovers. It’s a go-to for weeknights, ensuring a flavorful dinner is always easy to achieve.
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Twice Baked Potato Casserole
Prepare this comforting casserole in advance and bake at dinner time for a no-stress meal. Bake bacon until crispy. Put the potatoes in the oven next and bake until soft enough to mash. Mix all ingredients together and place in a casserole dish. Bake everything when you’re ready to dine. This dish ensures more time for family, and less time cooking.
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Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
Cook chicken in a creamy mushroom sauce for a dish that’s ready in 30 minutes. This easy, one-pan meal is fancy yet straightforward, perfect for a filling weeknight dinner. It’s a favorite in our rotation for when we want something special without the extra effort.
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Sweet Potato and Red Pepper Soup
A mix of sweet potatoes and red peppers makes this soup a filling meal ready in an hour. It’s easy to prepare and fits right into our weeknight dinner plans for those nights when simplicity is key. This soup is a go-to for a comforting, straightforward dinner option.
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Creamy Garlic Chicken
In 30 minutes, enjoy tender chicken in a creamy garlic and Parmesan sauce. This dish is a fast, flavorful addition to our weeknight dinner lineup, pairing perfectly with pasta or rice. It’s a go-to for a meal that comes together quickly, even on busy evenings.
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Cheesy Beef Casserole with Cauliflower Rice and Spinach
Combine beef, cauliflower rice, spinach, and cheese for a 30-minute bake. It’s easy, delicious, and perfect for juggling a busy schedule, fitting seamlessly into our weeknight dinner rotation. This casserole is a no-fail option for a quick, hearty meal that keeps everyone happy with minimum effort.
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Tuscan Garlic Shrimp and Spinach
Quickly cook shrimp with tomatoes and spinach in a garlic sauce for a light and speedy dinner. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that’s easy to pull together, making it a staple in our weeknight dinner plans. Serve with pasta or rice for a complete meal that never fails to impress.
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Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken
This Creamy Sun Dried Tomato Chicken dish is ready in just 30 minutes, serving up a quick dinner option. Featuring skinless chicken things and a rich sauce made with chicken broth, heavy cream, and Italian seasoning. It’s a hearty choice that pairs well with any side, perfectly fitting our weeknight dinner needs.
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon
With just 25 minutes, you can have fried cabbage and bacon ready, making it the ultimate easy dinner. Sprinkle a bit of red pepper flakes or ground cayenne pepper for a bit of kick. This recipe is perfect for beginners or anyone looking for a quick, savory meal without a lot of work.
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Canned Chicken Patties
Turn canned chicken into savory patties in 20 minutes for a quick dinner solution on the tightest schedules. They’re a reliable pick for our weeknight dinners, easily prepped ahead for an even easier evening. This meal is all about keeping the evening relaxed while delivering on taste.
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Chicken Corn Soup
Cozy up with chicken corn soup, a simple one-pot meal ready in less than an hour. Combining chicken, broth, and veggies, it’s the answer to a cozy, filling dinner that doesn’t keep you in the kitchen all night. This soup is a go-to for using up pantry staples in a delicious way.
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Hungarian Mushroom Soup
Make a creamy, flavorful Hungarian mushroom soup in 45 minutes. Cook mushrooms until softened and smother them with a rich cream made of sour cream, milk and spices. It’s an easy, one-pot meal that doesn’t require hours of prep, making it a favorite for our weeknight dinners. Pair with bread for a complete meal that allows more time to relax after a busy day.
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Big Mac Salad
For a quick, healthier alternative to fast food, whip up a Big Mac salad. Mix together cooked ground beef, fried bacon, pickles, cheese, lettuce, and Big Mac sauce. This salad is perfect for a laid-back dinner that still feels like a treat. You can prep it ahead to make it even easier.
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Shawarma Kebabs
Shawarma kebabs are an easy, flavorful option for spicing up dinner without much work. Marinate, skewer, and bake for a meal that feels special but is straightforward enough for any night. They’re perfect for our weeknight dinners, especially when we want something different without added stress.
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