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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    15 Simple Veggie Loaded Dinners That Require Minimal Prep

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 14, 2025, updated April 8, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Finding quick and easy dinner ideas can be a challenge, especially when you want to pack in the veggies. These 15 simple meals are loaded with fresh produce and require minimal prep, making them perfect for busy weeknights. With a variety of flavors and ingredients, you can enjoy nutritious dinners without spending hours in the kitchen.

    Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

    Sheet pan chicken and vegetables.
    Photo Credit: Living Chirpy.

    Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables is an easy way to whip up a healthy meal that fills you up. It's great for busy weeknights when you need something quick and tasty.

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    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup

    Slow Cooker Vegetable Alphabet Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This hearty alphabet soup is packed with vegetables and is a healthy option for dinner. Everyone in the family will love this tasty vegetarian meal!

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

    Baked lamb chops with veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet pan meal is a simple way to enjoy lamb without the stress of overcooking it. The lamb chops cook in the flavorful juices from the veggies, resulting in tender meat that’s delicious.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Stew

    Chicken stew.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Instant Pot Chicken Stew is super simple to prepare. Just spend 10 minutes getting it ready, then let it cook on its own for a hearty meal filled with veggies in less than 45 minutes.

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    Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup

    Slow Cooker Cheeseburger Soup.
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    This cheesy soup is packed with ground beef, potatoes, Velveeta cheese, chicken broth, and plenty of veggies. It's a comforting dish that everyone in the family will love.

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    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole

    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Budget Delicious.

    Crockpot Ranch Chicken Casserole is a simple slow cooker dish that’s perfect for busy days. It’s budget-friendly, easy to prepare, and loved by the whole family, making it a great option for meal prep.

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    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup

    Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Olive Garden Vegan Gnocchi Soup is a cozy and satisfying meal packed with plenty of vegetables and soft gnocchi in a creamy broth. It comes together in just 30 minutes using simple ingredients you probably already have at home.

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    Chicken Broccoli Casserole

    Chicken Broccoli Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Dutch Oven Daddy.

    This is a simple and satisfying meal that you can whip up in under 30 minutes. It combines the creamy goodness of mac and cheese with the flavors of broccoli and chicken alfredo.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something simple. With just a little chopping to begin, everything cooks together with chicken, veggies, and plenty of sauce for a delicious meal.

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    Sheet Pan Salmon with Brussels Sprouts

    Sheet pan salmon with brussels sprouts.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    This dinner is all made on one sheet pan, making cleanup easy. You’ll enjoy tasty brussels sprouts alongside salmon, and you can throw in some rice if you want.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry

    Slow Cooker Chicken Curry.
    Photo credit: A Cedar Spoon.

    This slow cooker chicken curry is perfect for busy days when you want something hearty and flavorful without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. Just set it up in the morning, and you'll come home to a delicious meal that pairs well with rice and naan.

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    Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup

    Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This filling soup is packed with tender beef, fresh vegetables, and barley in a flavorful broth. Just toss everything into the slow cooker, let it simmer all day, and enjoy a warm meal when you get home.

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    Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas

    Slow Cooker Chicken Fajitas.
    Photo Credit: The Almond Eater.

    These fajitas are perfect for a quick family dinner with minimal effort. Juicy chicken breasts are cooked with peppers, onions, and tomatoes, creating a delicious filling to wrap in tortillas with your favorite toppings.

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    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This dish combines tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft buttermilk biscuit dumplings in a creamy broth. It's a simple and satisfying meal that's perfect for when you're feeling too tired to cook.

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    Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken & Veggies

    Slow Cooker Honey Garlic Chicken & Veggies.
    Photo credit: This DIY Life.

    This is a super simple one-pot meal that combines chicken, potatoes, and plenty of veggies all cooked together. It's perfect for when you're too tired to spend a lot of time in the kitchen.

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    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has more than 20 years of experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN  and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, Daily Kos, The Grio, The Asian Parent, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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