When you need a no-fuss dinner, these are the easy, family-friendly recipes worth keeping in rotation. They're simple to make, don't need a long list of ingredients, and most bring together a good protein with a veggie, plus a couple of easy sides to...
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Reliable dinner recipes that come together without much fuss. Most focus on a good protein with a veggie, and when one doesn't, just add one of the sides below.
Sticky, savory-sweet honey garlic chicken that's great with rice and a side of steamed vegetables.
Honey Garlic Chicken
A cozy, classic shepherd's pie that's simple to prep and a family favorite on chilly nights.
Classic Shepherd's Pie
Crispy chicken-filled chimichangas that make a fun switch from the usual taco night.
Chicken Chimichangas
A hearty pasta and bean soup inspired by the restaurant favorite, perfect with crusty bread on a cold evening.
Copycat Olive Garden Pasta e Fagioli
Chicken, broccoli, and orzo in a cheesy one-skillet meal, and rotisserie chicken makes it even quicker.
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo
A creamy ground beef stroganoff that's simple to make; pair it with roasted broccoli or another easy veggie.
Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff
Sweet and spicy hot honey chicken made in the slow cooker and piled onto buns for an easy sandwich night.
Slow Cooker Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches
A creamy white chicken chili that's perfect for cooler weather; shredded or rotisserie chicken keeps it quick.
Creamy White Chicken Chili
Warm, baked Italian sub sliders that work for a casual dinner or a game-day platter.
Hot Italian Sub Sliders
A fresh, classic Greek salad that turns into a full dinner with some grilled chicken on top.
Best Ever Greek Salad
Pork chops cooked low and slow in a sweet brown sugar garlic sauce for an easy, hands-off dinner.
Slow Cooker Brown Sugar Garlic Pork Chops
A creamy, hearty Italian-style soup that makes a cozy one-pot dinner on chilly nights.
Creamy Zuppa Toscana
Creamy, cheesy chicken enchiladas with a mild green chile kick, a crowd-pleaser for family dinner.
Creamy Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
A homemade take on the takeout classic, great over rice with a side of stir-fried veggies.
Sweet and Sour Chicken
Pasta shells stuffed with chicken and broccoli in a creamy Alfredo sauce, comfort food with a veggie built in.
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells
All the flavor of chicken enchiladas in a cheesy, cozy soup; leftover or rotisserie chicken speeds it up.
Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Soup
A quick ground beef and veggie stir fry that gets protein and vegetables on the table fast.
Ground Beef Stir Fry
Tender meatballs in a rich, creamy gravy, perfect over mashed potatoes or egg noodles with a green veggie.
Swedish Meatballs
Seasoned ground beef with fajita-style peppers and onions served in a bowl, an easy protein-plus-veggie dinner.
Ground Beef Fajita Bowls
Classic, cozy chicken and dumplings that make a comforting one-pot dinner on busy, chilly evenings.
Chicken and Dumplings
Hearty beef burritos that are easy to customize and great for a fun, low-stress weeknight dinner.
Easy Burrito Recipe
Crispy, cheesy chicken quesadillas that come together fast; serve with salsa and a simple salad.
Chicken Quesadilla - Tastes Better From Scratch
Street corn-inspired chicken rice bowls that pack protein, veggies, and big flavor into one easy dinner.
Street Corn Chicken Rice Bowl
Sweet and savory teriyaki chicken that's easy to make at home; serve over rice with steamed broccoli.
Teriyaki Chicken - Tastes Better From Scratch
Budget-friendly tuna patties made from pantry staples, perfect with a side salad or roasted veggies.
Tuna Patties - Cooking Classy
A classic, comforting chicken pot pie with veggies baked right in, an all-in-one family dinner.
Chicken Pot Pie
A flavorful chicken pesto sandwich that makes a quick, satisfying dinner on busy nights.
Chicken Pesto Sandwich
Slow cooker French dip sandwiches with tender beef and savory au jus for dipping, an easy hands-off dinner.
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches (So Easy!)
A silky creamy tomato pasta that comes together quickly; toss in spinach or serve with a green salad.
Creamy Tomato Pasta
All the cheesy goodness of lasagna made in the slow cooker, so dinner is ready when you are; add a side salad.
The Slow Cooker Lasagna That Changed How I Make Dinner
Juicy, flavorful grilled chicken thighs that pair with just about any veggie side for an easy summer dinner.
Grilled Chicken Thighs
Sweet and savory Korean-style bulgogi served in rice bowls with veggies, a takeout-worthy dinner at home.
The Bulgogi Bowl My Family Requests on Repeat (Ready in Under 30 Minutes)
Bold, well-seasoned Peruvian-style chicken that's delicious with rice, potatoes, or a fresh salad.
Peruvian Chicken Recipe (Pollo a la Brasa)
Tender, crispy-edged pork carnitas that work in the oven, slow cooker, or Instant Pot; perfect for tacos or bowls.
My No-Fuss Pork Carnitas (Crispy Edges, Juicy Inside)
Creamy one-pot mac and cheese with fewer dishes to wash; stir in broccoli or peas to add a veggie.
One Pot Mac and Cheese
Southwest-style vegetarian stuffed peppers packed with hearty fillings, a colorful meatless dinner.
Vegetarian Stuffed Peppers
Crispy teriyaki tofu that makes an easy meatless dinner over rice with stir-fried veggies.
Teriyaki Tofu - Cooking Classy
A cozy, flavorful chickpea curry that's budget-friendly and meatless; serve over rice or with naan.
One-Pot Chickpea Curry - Vegan & So Flavorful!
Glazed miso salmon with savory-sweet flavor that's quick enough for a weeknight; pair it with rice and greens.
Miso Salmon - Cooking Classy
Cheesy, saucy enchiladas that are simple to assemble and always a hit; add a side of beans or a crunchy salad.
Cheese Enchiladas
Quick veggie-loaded stir fry noodles that beat takeout; add chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein.
Stir Fry Noodles
A creamy tomato and spinach tortellini soup that's hearty, cozy, and has greens built right in.
Creamy Tortellini Soup - Tastes Better From Scratch
Chicken, peppers, and onions roasted on one sheet pan for easy fajitas with minimal cleanup.
Easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
A hearty, lighter turkey chili that's great for batch cooking and even better as leftovers.
Easy Turkey Chili Recipe (One Pot!)
Sweet and savory Korean-style ground beef over rice, a fast, budget-friendly bowl that's great with steamed veggies.
Korean Ground Beef Bowls - Tastes Better from Scratch
Lemony Greek-style chicken and potatoes roasted together in one pan for an easy, no-stress dinner.
One Pan, Zero Stress: Greek Chicken and Potatoes
Simple Veggie Sides
Easy veggie-packed sides to pair with any main that needs a little more green on the plate.
A crunchy, classic broccoli salad that's an easy make-ahead side for almost any dinner.
Classic Broccoli Salad
Asparagus, juicy tomatoes, and feta tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette for a fresh side, especially good in warmer months.
Asparagus, Tomato and Feta Salad with Balsamic Vinaigrette
