One-pan dinners are a lifesaver for anyone who hates doing dishes or just wants to keep things simple. Whether you’re a busy parent, a college student, or just someone who loves a good meal without the mess, these recipes have got you covered. Tossing everything into one skillet, letting it cook, and ending up with a dinner that tastes amazing is even easier than a simple slow cooker meal sometimes because you don’t have to plan ahead as much. You’ll fall in love with these time-saving, stress-free dinners!
Garlic Chicken Bite Skillet
A 20-minute, one-pan dinner featuring garlic chicken bites, mushrooms, onions, and red peppers with fresh herbs. Simple to prepare and full of flavor, it’s perfect for a quick meal.
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Ground Beef Stir Fry
This ground beef stir fry is the perfect weeknight meal. Made in one pan with fresh vegetables and a garlic ginger stir fry sauce, it’s healthier and quicker than takeout.
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Baked Skillet Gnocchi
Gnocchi in a skillet with ground pork, crushed tomatoes, spinach, and melted mozzarella cheese. Comfort food made easy with minimal cleanup.
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Smoky Steak Potato & Pepper Skillet
An easy one-pan dinner, ready in 40 minutes. Just toss steak, potatoes, and peppers together in a skillet, bake, and enjoy a hands-off meal.
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Vegetable Bean Skillet
Packed with fresh vegetables and two kinds of beans, this one-pan dish is a hearty meatless meal that’s easy to whip up any night of the week.
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Greek Shrimp Skillet
A 30-minute meal with shrimp, tomatoes, spinach, Kalamata olives, feta, fresh oregano, and lemon. Simple and flavorful for a quick dinner.
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Ground Beef and Sweet Potato Skillet
Southwestern-inspired with ground beef and sweet potatoes, this one-pan meal is great for meal-prepping and delicious as leftovers.
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Mexican Ground Beef Skillet
Taco seasoning makes this Mexican ground beef recipe a flavorful one-pan meal ready in 30 minutes. Perfect for a quick dinner fix.
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Spicy Mango Chicken Skillet
This mango chicken skillet with jalapeños is a spicy-sweet dinner ready in less than 30 minutes. Serve over rice for a quick and easy meal.
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Ground Beef and Cabbage Skillet
Ground beef and cabbage make an easy skillet dinner with tons of texture, aromatic spices, and a light savory sauce, ready in 30 minutes.
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Shaved Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry
Thinly sliced shaved beef is perfect for a quick stir-fry with a crave-worthy sauce. A speedy dinner that rivals any takeout.
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Pork and Cabbage Stir Fry
A quick and easy stir fry with ground pork, cabbage, and mushrooms in a tasty Asian-inspired sauce. An efficient one-pan meal.
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Creamy Turmeric Chicken with Chickpeas
This creamy turmeric chicken with chickpeas is a hearty one-skillet meal. Serve over rice with cilantro for a dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
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