22 recipes to wow your weekend menus

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Weekends are made for good food and great company, and these 22 recipes are here to help you impress. From hearty mains to irresistible desserts, this collection has everything you need to wow your family and friends. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or just treating yourself, these dishes will make your weekend meals unforgettable.

A bowl of stew with beef, corn, and cubed vegetables, garnished with chopped herbs.
Beef and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

A cheeseburger on a bun with lettuce, tomato, onion on a wood board.
Cast Iron Skillet Burgers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Elevate your burger game with Cast Iron Skillet Burgers—juicy patties nestled between soft buns with cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Skip the takeout and savor the homemade goodness with this easy skillet recipe. These burgers are a scrumptious eat for any weekend.
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon

Bacon ranch pasta salad in a clear bowl with a striped towel.
Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Prepare a creamy and flavorful side dish with Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon. This easy salad is a great addition to any dinner menu, featuring rich ranch flavor and crispy bacon. It is a scrumptious addition to your weekend meals.
Get the Recipe: Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon

BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Grilled chicken flatbread pizzas on a marble countertop.
BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Whip up a quick meal with Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza. This flavorful dish requires minimal effort and promises maximum satisfaction with its delicious combination of BBQ sauce, cheese, onions, and leftover chicken. This pizza will wow your weekend with a tasty meal or appetizer.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups

A white platter with raspberry French toast rolls.
Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Start your weekend breakfast with these roll-ups filled with cream cheese, orange, and raspberry. Easy to make and always a hit, they’re perfect for a leisurely morning and will wow your weekend breakfast crowd.
Get the Recipe: Orange Raspberry French Toast Roll-Ups

BBQ Green Beans

A white bowl with barbecued green beans and chuncks of ham.
BBQ Green Beans. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Add a tasty side dish to your dinner table with BBQ Green Beans—a flavorful mix of tender beans, smoky ham, sweet onions, and tangy sauce. This easy recipe complements any main course effortlessly and makes for a scrumptious sidedish.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Green Beans

Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

A bowl of beef stew with chunks of beef, carrots, potatoes, and corn, garnished with herbs. A spoon rests in the bowl, and a cloth napkin is nearby on a wooden plate.
Beef and Sweet Potato Stew. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This beef and sweet potato stew is hearty and comforting—just what you need on chilly winter days. I love that it cooks in a crockpot, making it perfect for busy schedules. Toss in the ingredients, and by dinnertime, you’ve got a warm, satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

A skillet filled with beef, rice and vegetables.
Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Enjoy a quick and cheesy meal with Skillet Beef and Rice—a combination of ground beef, fluffy rice, savory peppers and onions. This dish is perfect for busy weekends, offering rich flavors with minimal prep time. This skillet dinner will wow your weekend with bold flavors.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

Pork chop topped with onion gravy on a white plate.
Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Treat your family to tender, flavorful Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy cooked to perfection in a rich mushroom and onion sauce. This classic crockpot recipe is a convenient option for weekend dinners. These pork chops will wow your weekend with their rich flavors.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

Hashbrown and hamburger casserole in white pan.
Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Dive into a comforting meal with Creamy and Cheesy Hashbrown Hamburger Casserole—a mix of comforting ingredients perfect for busy evenings. This dish is both effortless and satisfying, making it a go-to option for hectic schedules. This casserole is a scrumptious eat that’s perfect for busy weekends.
Get the Recipe: Hamburger Hashbrown Casserole

Meatball Pasta Bake

A casserole dish with meatballs and pasta.
Meatball Pasta Bake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Simplify your dinner routine with this easy Meatball Pasta Bake—just dump the ingredients into one pan and bake for a flavorful meal. This fuss-free recipe promises to wow your weekend with its hearty flavors and simple preparation.
Get the Recipe: Meatball Pasta Bake

Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Mini chicken taco cups on a silver tray.
Mini Chicken Taco Cups. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Spice up your appetizer game with Mini Chicken Taco Cups—loaded with seasoned beans, chicken, and melty Cotija cheese in a crispy tortilla shell. Perfect for game day, a party, or your evening meal, these taco cups are sure to be a hit.
Get the Recipe: Mini Chicken Taco Cups

Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites

Chocolate covered ice cream bites on a piece of parchment paper.
Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These no-bake ice cream bites are easy to make with just five ingredients! Perfect for satisfying sweet tooths with a fun pop-in-your-mouth treat. Layers of Oreo and your favorite ice cream are dipped in chocolate for a fancy-looking dessert. These bites will wow your weekend with their sweet simplicity.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Covered Ice Cream Bites

Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

Strawberry rice krispies on a white plate and a white towel.
Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

With just four ingredients, you can make these amazing Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats. Fruity, gooey, and divinely pink, these strawberry bars are perfect no-bake treats for snacks and parties. They’re a scrumptious eat that’s easy and fun to make.
Get the Recipe: Strawberry Rice Krispie Treats

Overnight Raised Waffles

A stack of waffles with fruit and pouring syrup.
Overnight Raised Waffles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These yeast-made waffles cook light and crisp outside and creamy inside. Prepare the batter the night before for a relaxed Sunday morning breakfast. They are a scrumptious eat that makes your mornings special.
Get the Recipe: Overnight Raised Waffles

Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Chocolate chip cookies with chocolate chips on a marble board.
Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This small-batch chocolate chip cookie recipe will fill your home with the aroma of freshly baked cookies. Chewy and satisfying, these cookies are a delightful addition to your weekend treats. Their classic taste will wow your weekend with 12 amazing cookies.
Get the Recipe: Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon

A skillet filled with a baked jalapeno popper dip.
Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Spice up your weekend with creamy and cheesy Jalapeno Popper Dip with Bacon. Quick and easy to make, it’s a fiery fiesta for your taste buds, perfect for family gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon

Egg Sausage Breakfast Casserole

A hashbrown casserole in a white baking dish.
Egg Sausage Breakfast Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Start your day right with this Easy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole. Quick and satisfying, it’s perfect for weekend breakfasts with the family, adding a hearty touch to your meals. This casserole is easy to make during the week or weekend with its hearty flavors.
Get the Recipe: Egg Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Apple Cranberry Galette

Apple cranberry galette on a wood board with a cup of tea.
Apple Cranberry Galette. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This rustic Apple Cranberry Galette combines a buttery crust with fresh apples and tart cranberries. It’s a simple yet elegant dessert. One of the best apple recipes for a sweet treat!
Get the Recipe: Apple Cranberry Galette

BBQ Chicken Sliders

A wooden plate holds six sliders filled with shredded chicken and coleslaw, arranged neatly on a surface.
BBQ Chicken Sliders. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Ditch the fancy dinners—these Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sliders are your new BFF! Imagine juicy, BBQ-soaked chicken piled onto sweet Hawaiian rolls topped with crunchy coleslaw—all thanks to your trusty crockpot.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Chicken Sliders

Blueberry Lemon Scones

Blueberry lemon scones on a white platter with fresh blueberries.
Blueberry Lemon Scones. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

The delicious combination of fresh blueberries and lemons comes together for this easy-to-make Blueberry Scones with Lemon Glaze recipe. Bake a batch for breakfast or enjoy as an afternoon pastry.
Get the Recipe: Blueberry Lemon Scones

Caprese Garlic Bread

Slices of bread topped with melted cheese, tomato slices, basil leaves, and balsamic glaze, arranged on a wooden board.
Caprese Garlic Bread. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

There is no flavor more fresh and more classic than caprese! With this Caprese Garlic Bread, you’ll have the amazing flavors of fresh mozzarella, basil, balsamic, and beautiful red Roma tomatoes all together on delicious French bread.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Garlic Bread

Chocolate Beer Cake

A slice of chocolate cake on a white plate.
Chocolate Beer Cake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Did you know chocolate and beer pair well together, especially when you combine them both in this delicious Beer Cake? This rich, chocolaty cake with infused malty flavors from the stout beer will definitely excite your taste buds, oh and the creamy ganache glaze is silky and smooth.
Get the Recipe: Chocolate Beer Cake

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