Hate a messy kitchen? 12 recipes that are low-fuss, low-mess!

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Say goodbye to kitchen chaos and hello to hassle-free cooking! Dive into these simple yet delicious recipes that promise big flavors without leaving you with a sink full of dishes. Perfect for busy weeknights or when you just want to keep it simple.

A stack of Turkey & Apple Paninis on a plate.
Turkey & Apple Panini. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Baked Feta Pasta

Baked Feta Pasta on a platter.
Baked Feta Pasta. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Creamy, tangy, and loaded with feta and tomatoes, this riff on a TikTok classic recipe is an easy, hearty, and satisfying dish with very little mess! WIth the flavors of the sunny Mediterranean in every bite, dig into something delish today!
Get the Recipe: Baked Feta Pasta

Chicken Marsala Meatballs

Chicken Marsala Meatballs in a black dish.
Chicken Marsala Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Do your meatballs differently! These Chicken Marsala Meatballs have all the flavor of the restaurant classic dish but in fun-to-eat meatball form! And the best part is that making them won’t make a mess in your kitchen!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Marsala Meatballs

Chicken Paprikash

Chicken Paprikash on a platter with gravy.
Chicken Paprikash. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Made entirely in your Instant Pot, this easy meal has a thick, rich, and smoky gravy that transforms humble chicken thighs into a delish dinner, and this no-fuss meal makes no-mess!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Paprikash

Chicken Tinga

Chicken tinga in a blue bowl.
Chicken Tinga. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Packed with flavor and so good in burritos and tacos or loaded onto nachos, Chicken Tinga is the perfect Instant Pot recipe when you’re craving big and bold flavors!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tinga

Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish

Three pork chops with tomato and green onion on a white plate.
Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Properly cooked pork chops are a thing of beauty, and not only do these chops cook up moist and tender, but they’re pretty and flavorful, too! Grab a fork and dig into Pork Chops with Green Onion & Tomato
Get the Recipe: Pork Chops with Tomato & Green Onion Relish

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Creamy Onion Gravy

Oven Baked Chicken Thighs on a platter.
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Creamy Onion Gravy. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Big, meaty chicken thighs are cooked with onions and garlic to make a wholesome and delicious dish, and that gravy? OMG!!! It’d make an old shoe taste great – but serve it on mashed potatoes instead!
Get the Recipe: Oven Baked Chicken Thighs with Creamy Onion Gravy

Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Garlic Shrimp Scampi on a bed of rice in a black oval dish.
Garlic Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

In the mood for seafood? There’s nothing faster, easier or tastier than garlicky Shrimp Scampi! Ready in minutes, this classic restaurant dish is so good there won’t be any leftovers or dishes because this is an easy recipe that doesn’t use many pots or pans!
Get the Recipe: Garlic Shrimp Scampi

Mediterranean Chicken Bake

Chicken breast with herbs, cheese and tomatoes.
Mediterranean Chicken Bake. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Made in 1-dish and baked in the oven, this delish dish features juicy chicken breasts, tons of veggies, and tangy feta. It’s about as easy and good as dinner can get!
Get the Recipe: Mediterranean Chicken Bake

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs in a bowl.
Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Move over beef and lighten things up with turkey! These Turkey Meatballs are so light and delicious – the only question is, what kind of sauce do you put on them?
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Turkey Meatballs

Sausage & Broccoli Rabe Pasta

Broccoli Rabe and Sausage in a serving bowl with tomatoes in the background.
Sausage & Broccoli Rabe Pasta. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

This meaty dish is made with affordable sausage. It’s crumbled up, so it infused the dish with plenty of flavor, and with sausage in every bite, no one will know this is an inexpensive dish.
Get the Recipe: Sausage & Broccoli Rabe Pasta

Shrimp Scampi Pizza

A pizza with shrimp and cheese on top.
Shrimp Scampi Pizza. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Loaded with plenty of sweet shrimp and oodles of garlic, do your pizza differently! This flavor-packed pizza is an easy fix, and once you’ve tried it, you’ll be hooked!
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Scampi Pizza

Turkey & Apple Panini

Turkey & Apple Panini stacked on a plate.
Turkey & Apple Panini. Photo credit: Cook What You Love.

Whether you use leftover turkey or sliced deli turkey, there’s no doubt that these are some of the tastiest paninis around! The tart green apple is the star of the show in these hearty handhelds!
Get the Recipe: Turkey & Apple Panini

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