No one’s winning any awards for slaving away in the kitchen on a Tuesday night. If you’re looking for a dinner that screams “I tried” without actually having to try, you’ve come to the right place. These recipes are basically the cheat codes for looking like a culinary genius with minimal effort. From sheet pan wonders to “throw it in the air fryer and pray” meals, we’ve got you covered.
Blackened Mahi Mahi
Blackened mahi mahi comes together fast with a simple homemade seasoning mix and a few minutes under the broiler. This quick dinner keeps things easy without skimping on flavor.
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Bomb Meatloaf
This meatloaf recipe is straightforward and delivers on taste. It’s tender, juicy, and topped with a sweet and tangy glaze that’s thick enough to coat every slice.
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Burger Bowls
This burger in a bowl gives you all the familiar flavors of a fast food favorite but in a bowl. Homemade special sauce brings it all together for an easy dinner option.
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Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta
A quick, Mediterranean-inspired pasta with lemon, spinach, and feta. Whether as a vegetarian dish or topped with your protein of choice, it’s a great go-to dinner.
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Maple Mustard Air Fryer Frozen Salmon
Cooking frozen salmon in the air fryer is hassle-free and ready fast. With a simple maple mustard sauce, you can go straight from freezer to table when time’s tight.
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Sheet Pan Chicken & Sweet Potatoes
Chicken and sweet potatoes with caramelized pecans, all made on one sheet pan. This no-fuss dinner keeps things simple and clean-up easy.
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Sheet Pan Pork Chop Dinner
Quick sheet pan pork chops with red cabbage, potatoes, and apples. It’s an all-in-one meal perfect for busy nights, with only one pan to clean.
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Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken
Skip takeout and try this honey garlic chicken made in the slow cooker. With a sweet sauce and pineapple chunks, it’s an effortless recipe that the family will love.
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Smashed White Bean Quesadillas
These smashed white bean and kale quesadillas are loaded with melted cheddar and topped with creamy BBQ sauce. A hearty meatless meal made easy.
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Gochujang Chicken
A 30-minute dinner featuring gochujang chicken with a sticky, spicy, and sweet sauce that’s perfect over white rice. Quick and packed with flavor.
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Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet
This 20-minute skillet dish has garlic chicken bites with mushrooms, onions, and red peppers. A quick one-pan dinner that’s fresh and fuss-free.
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Greek Shrimp Skillet
A Greek shrimp skillet that’s ready in 30 minutes. Packed with tomatoes, spinach, Kalamata olives, feta, oregano, and lemon, it’s a fast meal with bold flavors.
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Bucatini Cacio e Pepe
Bucatini cacio e pepe is an Italian classic made with just five ingredients. The rich, creamy sauce and simple prep make it a standout for an easy weeknight dinner.
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Pesto Salmon
Pesto salmon is an easy, five-ingredient dinner that’s ready in under 25 minutes. Simple, oven-baked, and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
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Salsa Chicken
Salsa chicken is a fast weeknight meal. Baked with salsa, sweet corn, and cheddar cheese, it’s ready in under 30 minutes and sure to be a family favorite.
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