Most weeknights call for a simple recipe not a complicated project and this weeknight dinner roundup is built for exactly that! All of these recipes are made with simple real food ingredients, require minimal fuss, and get dinner on the table without spending hours at the stove. From sheet pan meals to 20-minute skillets and slow cooker classics, here are 20 of my go-to easy dinner ideas, organized and ready just for you!
Bowls and Salads
Turkey Burrito Bowls Lean ground turkey, rice, and all your favorite burrito toppings in one bowl. It comes together quickly on a weeknight and is just as good reheated for meal-prepped lunches.
Healthy Burger Bowls with Special Sauce All the flavor of a classic burger, minus the bun. Seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, and your favorite toppings come together with a creamy homemade special sauce for a low-carb, Whole30-friendly dinner the whole family can build to their own taste.
Greek Chicken Meatballs Juicy ground chicken meatballs packed with fresh herbs and garlic, ready in about 30 minutes. Serve over rice with a scoop of homemade tzatziki for an easy Mediterranean-style dinner.
One Skillet Dinners
Easy Garlic Butter Steak Bites Tender, bite-sized steak seared until browned and tossed in a garlicky butter sauce. The best part? Everything is on the table in about 20 minutes. A go-to for busy nights when you want something that feels a little special without the effort.
Philly Cheesesteak Skillet Thin-sliced steak, bell peppers, onion, and mushrooms cooked down in one pan and finished with melty mozzarella and pecorino. All the flavor of a cheesesteak sandwich, ready in under 30 minutes with virtually no cleanup.
Healthy Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry A healthier spin on the takeout favorite, made with simple, fresh ingredients in about 10 minutes of actual cook time. Serve it over rice or cauliflower rice for a complete meal that beats delivery.
Cilantro Lime Chicken Thighs Chicken thighs marinated in a quick garlic-lime-cilantro marinade, then cooked until juicy with just a little crisp on the outside. Great on the stovetop or the grill, and doubles well for meal prep.
Sheet Pan Meals
Fall Sheet Pan Dinner Seasonal veggies and chicken apple sausage tossed in a sweet-and-tangy marinade, then roasted together on a single pan. Minimal prep, minimal cleanup, and it reheats beautifully for next-day lunch.
Sheet Pan Harissa Chicken and Veggies Juicy marinated chicken thighs are roasted with veggies and then finished with creamy tahini yogurt sauce. Everything comes together on one sheet pan and is baked in under an hour for an easy weeknight dinner!
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Wings Restaurant-quality wings without the fryer!! These wings are baked (or air-fried) until crispy, then finished with a lemon garlic herb sauce and plenty of grated parmesan. They’re just as good for a weeknight dinner as they are for game day.
Slow Cooking and Braising
Healthy Slow Cooker Chili A handful of minutes of hands-on prep, then the slow cooker does the rest for a warm, cozy dinner waiting for you by evening. Stovetop instructions are included if you don’t have (or don’t need) the extra time.
Healthy White Chicken Chili A dairy-free take on classic white chicken chili, made with shredded chicken thighs, white beans, green chiles, and a splash of coconut cream for richness. Works on the stovetop or in the slow cooker.
Crispy Pork Carnitas Tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder, shredded and crisped up under the broiler right before serving. Make it in the Dutch oven or the slow cooker, then pile it into tacos, burrito bowls, or nachos all week long.
One Pot Chicken Stew Chicken and vegetables simmered low and slow in an herb-filled broth until everything is tender is my definition of comfort food. Make it in a single pot on the stove, or set it and forget it in the slow cooker.
Soups
Healthy Chicken Tortilla Soup Seared chicken thighs simmered with tomatoes, black beans, green chiles, and warm spices, finished with a touch of coconut milk for creaminess. Top with homemade crispy tortilla strips, avocado, and lime for the full effect.
Cozy and Delicious Healthy Chicken Soup A classic, nourishing chicken soup made with tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and herbs, brightened with a squeeze of lemon at the end. Simple, comforting, and endlessly reheatable.
Roasts
The Best Whole Roasted Chicken A simple herb butter, a hot oven, and a handful of ingredients are all it takes for a juicy, flavorful roast chicken every time. It’s an easy dinner on its own, and the leftovers stretch into soups, salads, and sandwiches all week.
Roasted Spatchcock Chicken Simple, comforting, and so delicious. All you need are a few ingredients to make an incredibly flavorful roasted chicken that everyone will love. The best part? Spatchcocking your bird means it cooks in half the time!
Spice Rubbed Roasted Chicken and Cabbage The one pan dinner recipe you didn’t even know you needed! This recipe is made with a whole chicken, rubbed with a special spice blend, and an inexpensive head of green cabbage. Everything is roasted on one sheet pan. Exactly what you need for a weeknight dinner.
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