Life's busy, and we all need those go-to dinners that come together fast. These recipes are quick (most take 35 minutes or less), easy (think simple ingredients and not too many of them), and totally doable on a weeknight.
And if you love the idea of "set it and forget it," I've also included a few slow cooker recipes. They're not the fastest to cook, but they are fast to prep-and perfect for low-effort, high-reward dinners.
French Bread Pizza
Time: 25 Minutes (10 minutes to prep and 15 minutes for baking)Ingredients: A loaf of bread, garlic, butter, pizza, mozzarella, pepperoni
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Chicken Breast + Salad Kit
Time: 20 minutesIngredients: Thin Chicken Breast, seasoning, oil, and your favorite salad kits.
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One-Pot Creamy Ground Beef Pasta
Time: 35 minutes in total. 15 minutes to prep, 20 minutes to cook. Ingredients: Ground beef, onion, garlic, seasoning, beef broth, crushed tomatoes, pasta, cream, and parmesan.
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Stovetop Burgers
Time: These only take 20 minutes to make, which is faster than getting them from a fast food restaurant.Ingredients: Ground beef, buns, cheese, seasoning, butter, oil, and your favorite toppings.
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Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Time: About 35 minutes total (20 minutes to prep and 15-20 minutes to cook).Ingredients: Chicken, peppers, onion, spices, limes, cilantro, and tortillas.
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Ground Beef Philly Cheesesteaks
Time: 30 MinutesIngredients: Ground beef, onion, bell pepper, seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, provolone, and hoagie rolls.
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One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
Time: Ready in about 30 minutes - all cooked in one-pot for easy cleanup.Ingredients: Ground beef, onion, bell pepper, a few spices, canned tomatoes, tomato paste, chicken broth, macaroni, and cheese.
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Arugula Ricotta Cheese Pizza
Time: 20 Minutes -10 minutes to assemble the pizza, 8 minutes for it to bake, and 2 minutes for the finishing touches.Ingredients: Pizza dough, garlic, ricotta cheese, mozzarella, arugula, parmesan cheese, prosciutto, balsamic glaze, and olive oil.
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Beef Soft Tacos
Time: 20 minutesSimple Ingredients: Ground beef, seasoning, tomato paste, tortillas, cheese, and toppings
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Southwest Baked Chicken Tenderloins
Time: 20 minutes. 5 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to bake. Ingredients: Chicken tenderloins, olive oil, lime, and seasoning. Easy Sides: Pair with Guacamole and Chips or Mexican Rice
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Slow Cooker Italian Beef Sandwiches
Time: 15 minutes to prep and 4-8 hours to cook in a crock-pot. Ingredients: Top round roast, beef broth, au jus gravy mix, bell peppers, Italian salad dressing mix, rolls, provolone cheese, and pepperoncini.
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Air Fryer Smoked Sausage
Time: 15 minutesIngredients: Fully cooked smoked sausage links, hot dog buns, and your favorite condiments.
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One Pot Creamy Taco Pasta
Time: Ready in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for those who are busy.Ingredients: Made with pantry staples like pasta, ground beef, seasonings, onion, Ro-Tel, broth, milk, and cheese.
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Easy Oven Baked BBQ Ribs
Time: 20 minutes prep, 2 ½ hours of bakingIngredients: Baby back ribs, olive oil, seasoning, bbq sauce
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Crock-Pot Mississippi Pot Roast
Time: It takes about 10 minutes to throw everything into the crock-pot and 5 hours to cook.Ingredients: Chuck roast, a jar of pepperoncini, a packet of ranch dressing, a packet of au jus sauce, and butter.Serve with mashed potatoes or as a sandwich.
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