Take the guesswork out of the “what’s for dinner” question.
These quick recipes will help you put food on the table fast.
Plus, each recipe requires 35 minutes or less of hands-on work.
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Get ready to prepare a delicious meal on a busy weeknight and spend more timeoutof the kitchen.
A thickness of 14-inch or less is best.
To whip up these tasty tacos in 20 minutes, start by cooking ground lamb with cumin and harissa.
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Garnish each taco with a sprinkle of cilantro to seal the deal.
The recipe utilizes pre-packaged ravioli and jarred marinara sauce to keep prep time under 15 minutes.
If marinara sauce isn’t your thing, swap in alfredo sauce instead.
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Leftovers make for a delicious breakfast the next morning!
Smash Burger Tacos
You havent lived until youve tried a smash burger in taco form.
Here, perfectly warmed tortillas are packed with seasoned ground beef, avocado chunks, and pico de gallo.
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Serve the shrimp over rice and garnish with scallions for the best results.
This pasta is ready in 40 minutes, and the cleanup is even easier.
Talk about a win-win!
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Ready in a mere 30 minutes, this is an easy meal youll want to make again and again.
Add spinach and herbs for flavor, and dont forget to stir in the cooked rice!
Parsley-Garlic Salmon
Victor Protasio
This game-changing fish dish totally lives up to the hype, we promise.
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To spice things up a bit, cook a finely chopped green or red chile alongside the ginger.
The oniony mushroom sauce ensures each bite of thinly sliced steak and noodles is tender and full of flavor.
To round out the meal, serve with a side salad or roasted veggies.
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Sweet Potatoes
Sheet-pan dinnersare a dream come true for busy cooks.
This cooking method saves time and effort during meal prep and speeds cleanup, too.
After eight hours in the slow cooker, the pork becomes fall-apart tender.
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Sliced red onions give the pita a kick while crunchy cucumbers mellow it out.
Thyme leaves top it off, giving the plate an earthy taste.
It tops linguine noodles with a tasty cherry tomato sauce infused with pancetta.
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Finish with Parmesan and basil for a truly delicious meal.
Andbonus!there’s no smoky kitchen to worry about afterward.
This fast version usesrotisserie chickento save time, so the meal is ready in just over 30 minutes.
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Pin this one for nights when you’re craving Indian food but don’t want takeout.
This recipe roasts everythingcreamy Yukon gold potatoes, cod fillets, and crispy chard leaveson a single pan.
With this dinner recipe, you grill spiced steak and cooked potato skewers alongside bell peppers and onions.
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Grilled Turkey-Zucchini Burgers
Turkey burgers can be a tad dry, but these are anything but.
This one features roasted salmon and potatoes flavored with smoked paprika and orange zest dressing.
Top with your favorite vegetables, and let everyone assemble their own.
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Ready in just 25 minutes, this meal is sure to become a family favorite.
Using store-boughtrotisserie chickenmakes this a perfect dish for any weeknight dinner or when you’re in a rush.
Easy and convenient, everything cooks on a single baking sheet with only 20 minutes of hands-on prep.
Victor Protasio
Let the oven do the rest, and enjoy your meal!
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta
Take advantage of pre-cooked chicken to make this creamy pasta dinner.
You’ll love how the wider noodles andnutritious mushroomscombine with the sauce.
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It’s simple to make and quick to cook, so enjoy!
Serve with white rice for a perfect pairing.
Serve with rice for a filling and complete meal.
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It delivers a hearty combination of sausage, gnocchi, veggies, and creamy ricotta cheese in every bite.
Aside from the broccoli rabe, everything else cooks in a single skillet to make cleanup a breeze.
Chopped garlic and crushed red pepper give the pasta a bit of a zip.
Greg DuPree
Top with diced avocado, thinly sliced cabbage, cilantro, or any other toppings you enjoy.
It’s a perfect weeknight solution that’s filling and delicious.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Fajitas
A sheet pan comes to the rescue again in this quick 30-minute recipe.
Jen Causey
The best part is the easy cleanup!
Chile-garlic sauce and honey mix for a tasty sweet and spicy coating for the shrimp and rice noodles.
Since it’s ready in just 20 minutes, you have time to make aneasy dessert!
Fred Hardy
You’ll enjoy the fresh flavors in this simple-to-make sandwich topped with a spicy Sriracha mayo.
It tops tender gnocchi with salty pecorino cheese and a sprinkling of pepper.
Think of it as a summery take oncacio e pepe.
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Lemony Linguine With Olives and Feta
This 30-minute dinner recipe packs a flavor punch.
It partners jarred Castelvetrano olives with golden pine nuts, which add a bit of crunch.
Fresh garlic and lemon keep the dish light and bright while red pepper flakes amp up the heat.
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The shortcut lies in the store-bought tortellini, which perfectly complements the meaty hot Italian sausage.
Top with a quick sprinkle of Parmesan and dig in.
No ordinary cooked salmon, it’s flavored with a buttery, garlicky, sun-dried tomato treatment.
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Paired with cheesy, charred broccolini, this easy meal does not disappoint.
The result is an innovative, Asian-inspired salad full of protein and flavor.
The result is a creamy, Spanish-inspired, rice-and-veggie dish to serve with a main or on its own.
Greg DuPree
Add a protein if you want, or keep this dish in mind for Meatless Monday.
the answer is, “Yes!”
It’s also a one-pot 30-minute recipe with “busy weeknight” written all over it.
Greg DuPree
Fast Italian Fish Stew
With fast in its title, this dinner recipe wasmadefor a busy weeknight.
It calls for searing halibut filets and then setting them aside.
With just one skillet to clean, what’ll you do with all that extra time?
Greg DuPree
Instant Pot Colcannon with Herbed Pork Chops
Why not try a new Irish dish for dinner?
Colcannon is a long-time favorite comprising of onion-flecked mashed potatoes with kale or cabbage alongside some herby pork chops.
Save some sauce for drizzling over the broccoli rice, too.
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Using pre-cooked chicken speeds up prep to put this dish on the table in just 20 minutes.
Serve with salsa,sour cream, avocado, and whatever other toppings you enjoy.
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