Easy dinner ideas when you don't know what to make for dinner. These recipes are perfect for weeknights when inspiration is lacking.
We've all been there. You stare blankly into the fridge after a long day, the question echoing: "What's for dinner?" Inspiration seems to have vanished alongside your energy. Fear not, fellow home cooks!
This post is your weeknight dinnertime guide.
Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl
This Chicken Fajita Rice Bowl recipe combines juicy chicken fajitas with a delicious rice bowl and a dash of sour cream and avocado.
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Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp & Broccoli
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Craving a quick and delicious meal? Honey Garlic Butter Shrimp is your answer. Easy enough for weeknights, yet elegant for entertaining.
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Mozzarella Stuffed Turkey Meatballs
Try something new for pasta night with these mozzarella stuffed meatballs. With minimal effort, you can upgrade dinner and surprise your loved ones.
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Crock Pot Shredded Beef Tacos
It has simple ingredients, it's easy to make, and it's a taco night you and your family will love.
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Cheeseburger Macaroni
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Cheeseburger macaroni is an easy one-pot pasta recipe that can be made in just 30 minutes. This cheesy recipe is perfect for a quick and easy dinner.
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Chipotle Chicken Wrap
This chipotle chicken wrap is the perfect work lunch. It has a creamy chipotle sauce, fresh crunchy veggies, and shredded chicken to keep you full.
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Carbone’s Spicy Rigatoni Vodka Pasta
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This spicy vodka rigatoni recipe is a copycat of Carbone's famous dish. It's a creamy and glossy tomato pasta with a spicy kick, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
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Crispy Refried Bean Tacos
This is a great recipe to make when you don't really feel like cooking. Crispy Refried Bean Tacos have 5 ingredients and 4 simple steps.
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Crock Pot Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
This Crockpot Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup is an easy weeknight dinner. This soup is creamy, thick, and cozy.
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Hot Honey BBQ Chicken Flatbread
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This easy BBQ chicken flatbread is perfect for a quick and delicious pizza night. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have dinner in under 20 minutes.
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One Pot Pappardelle Pasta Primavera
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This recipe is a quick and easy one-pot pasta dish that combines healthy vegetarian ingredients with creamy comfort food.
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Texas Toast + Spaghetti
Authentic Butter Chicken
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This recipe for Butter Chicken allows you to make a creamy, Indian curry with the iconic bold orange-red color from the comfort of your own home.
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30-Minute Mongolian Beef
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Sliced steak cooked with soy sauce, brown sugar, fresh garlic, and ginger - ready in just 30 minutes! A perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors.
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Lobster Rolls
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These lobster rolls are made with langostino tails, mayo, and toasted buns, served with an optional garlic dipping sauce.
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Greek Chicken Meatballs
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Greek chicken meatballs, filled with fresh herbs and creamy feta, can be easily cooked on the stovetop or in the oven for a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
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Oven Baked Chicken Tenders
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Oven baked chicken tenderloins are quick and kid-friendly, without any breading. This recipe takes just 30 minutes, making it perfect for a fast and easy weeknight dinner.
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Million Dollar Chicken Casserole
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Chicken casserole topped with buttery Ritz cracker crumbs is an easy and comforting meal. It's perfect for busy weeknights and sure to be a hit with the whole family.
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Taco Braid
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This Taco Braid is a creative twist on traditional tacos. Filled with seasoned beef and loads of cheese, it’s a recipe that will be a hit with everyone in the family.
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Dutch Oven Pot Roast
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This Dutch oven pot roast is packed with flavor. The meat falls apart and the vegetables are deliciously tender.
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Sheet Pan Sausage, Potatoes and Green Beans
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Roast smoked sausages, baby potatoes, and green beans together on a sheet pan for an easy and delicious 30-minute weeknight meal.
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Spinach Feta Turkey Burgers
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These spinach and feta turkey burgers are bursting with flavor thanks to ranch seasoning, and they're perfect served on a toasty brioche bun.
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Pad Prik Khing Red Curry Green Beans with Shrimp
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This Pad Prik Khing red curry stir-fry with green beans and shrimps is a delicious Thai dish with bold flavors from Thai herbs!
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Rigatoni al Forno
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Rigatoni al forno is baked with a hearty meat sauce and a crisp, melted cheese topping to perfection. It’s perfect for any occasion!
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Hawaiian Chicken Pineapple Kabobs
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Huli Huli chicken is a popular Hawaiian BBQ dish. It's transformed into kabobs, combining the chicken with fresh pineapple for a sweet and savory dinner idea.
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