Fast & fabulous: 11 recipes for frantic feasts

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Life can get pretty hectic, leaving little time for elaborate meal prep. But just because you’re busy doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice flavor or a satisfying home cooked dinner! We’ve rounded up 11 fast and fabulous recipes that are perfect for those frantic weeknights when time is of the essence.

Air fryer frozen chicken breast sliced on a plate with rice and a fork.
Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Air Fryer Sausage

Air fryer sausage on a white plate with sauteed peppers and onions.
Air Fryer Sausage. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Cooking sausage in the air fryer is the easiest, quickest and most hands-off method there is for perfectly juicy, golden brown Italian sausages and an incredibly fast dinner.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Sausage

Beef Stir Fry

Beef and broccoli stir fry served with white rice on a white plate.
Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Thinly sliced shaved beef is perfect for a quick stir-fry dinner you can make in minutes including a crave-worthy sauce that rivals any takeout order.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stir Fry

Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts

Air fryer frozen chicken breast sliced on a plate with rice and a fork.
Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Forget to defrost dinner? No need to worry because you can cook these frozen chicken breasts right in the air fryer! Not only are they ready in less than 30 minutes but they’re incredibly tender and juicy too.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Breasts

General Tso Shrimp

Homemade general tso shrimp with broccoli and rice in a bowl with chopsticks.
General Tso Shrimp. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

General Tso shrimp is a quick and easy copycat Chinese takeout recipe that tastes just like the real deal. Made in one-skillet in just 10 minutes with that sweet and slightly spicy sticky sauce you love.
Get the Recipe: General Tso Shrimp

Air Fryer Cod

Air fryer cod on a plate with green beans and rice.
Air Fryer Cod. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Make cod in the air fryer with this easy recipe using lemon and simple spices for a tender, delicate and delicious cod fish dinner in under 20 minutes.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Cod

Buffalo Turkey Cauliflower Skillet

White skillet with buffalo ground turkey and cauliflower rice with a wooden spoon.
Buffalo Turkey Cauliflower Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This 4-ingredient buffalo turkey cauliflower skillet makes a quick and easy, healthy dinner. Leftovers are great for lunch the next day!
Get the Recipe: Buffalo Turkey Cauliflower Skillet

Air Fryer Brats

Air fryer brats on buns with potato chips on the side.
Air Fryer Brats. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Cooking brats in the air fryer is so incredibly simple and quick. Even the most die-hard grilling fans will be impressed with these tender and juicy air fryer brats. They’re ready in under 15 minutes. Serve with chips, sauerkraut and beans for the easiest weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Brats

Pork & Cabbage Stir Fry

Ground pork and purple cabbage stir fry in a white pan.
Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Get dinner on the table in just 20 minutes with this pork and cabbage skillet recipe. With an Asian inspired stir fry sauce and simple ingredients, this will become a fast favorite for easy weeknight meals.
Get the Recipe: Pork & Cabbage Stir Fry

Air Fryer Skirt Steak

air fryer skirt steak sliced on a cutting board.
Air Fryer Skirt Steak. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

In as little as six minutes with just a handful of seasonings, this tender cut of steak is ready to be enjoyed in any way you choose!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Skirt Steak

Grilled Ham Steak

Grilled fresh ham steak with rosemary dijon maple glaze.
Grilled Ham Steak. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Grilled ham steaks are an underrated simple weeknight dinner. A simple rosemary maple dijon glaze brings this meal to life. Use fresh or cured ham steaks and enjoy an easy yet incredibly flavorful meal!
Get the Recipe: Grilled Ham Steak

Easy Ground Beef Pasta

Ground beef pasta skillet garnished with parsley.
Easy Ground Beef Pasta Skillet. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

This ground beef pasta recipe can be made in under 30 minutes with any pasta you have and tastes like it’s been simmered all day long on the stove. A true weeknight dinner superstar!
Get the Recipe: Easy Ground Beef Pasta

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