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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    18 Simple Dump-and-Bake Dinners for the Ultimate Convenience

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on April 18, 2025, updated March 21, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    When life gets busy, finding time to cook can be a challenge. These 18 simple dump-and-bake dinners make it easy to prepare a satisfying meal with minimal effort. Just toss the ingredients together, pop them in the oven, and enjoy a delicious dinner without the fuss.

    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This sheet-pan dinner is perfect for quick weeknight meals. With just a little chopping to begin, you end up with a delicious mix of chicken, veggies, and sauce all cooked together in one pan.

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    Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken

    Easy Baked Pesto Mozzarella Chicken.
    Photo Credit: The Forked Spoon.

    This baked pesto mozzarella chicken is a quick and tasty dinner option that you can have ready in just 30 minutes. It's low-carb, gluten-free, and uses simple ingredients, making it perfect for busy nights.

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    One-Pan Maple Dijon Chicken

    One-Pan Maple Dijon Chicken
    Photo Credit: Simply Stacie.

    This dish features tender chicken baked alongside butternut squash, purple potatoes, and broccoli, all on one pan. It's a simple and healthy meal that's perfect for busy nights.

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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    This cheesy ravioli casserole is one of the simplest dishes you can make. With just four simple ingredients and store-bought shortcuts, you can prep this dish in 5 minutes, and eat in under 40!
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish is super easy to prepare. With just four ingredients and some ready-made items, you can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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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 vegetables, resulting in tender meat that is delicious.

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    Baked Tilapia

    Baked tilapia.
    Photo credit: Organically Addison.

    This baked tilapia is simple to prepare and packed with flavor. It only takes 15 minutes to get it ready and on the table.

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    Sausage Tray Bake

    Sausage tray bake.
    Photo credit: Gluten Free Tranquility.

    This sausage tray bake is packed with flavor and is simple to prepare in just one pan. It's filled with veggies, potatoes, and gravy for a satisfying meal.

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    Sheet Pan Roasted Greek Chicken with Garlic Potatoes

    Sheet Pan Roasted Greek Chicken with Garlic Potatoes.
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Sheet Pan Roasted Greek Chicken with Garlic Potatoes is a simple and tasty meal that everyone will enjoy. This one-pan dish means less mess and more time to relax.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Baked Mac and Cheese is super simple to prepare. In just 10 minutes of prep and 45 minutes in the oven, you can enjoy a delicious one-pan meal loaded with Cheddar and Gruyere cheese.

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    Sheet Pan Kielbasa & Veggies

    Sheet pan kielbasa and veggies.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    This dinner is simple and all cooked on one sheet pan. You can mix and match your favorite sausage and vegetables for a tasty meal.

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    Baked Salmon with Black Rice

    Salmon with black rice.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    Salmon and black rice go really well together and you'll want to make this dish again and again. It's a simple meal that's satisfying and full of flavor.

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    Sheet Pan Gnocchi With Bacon & Mushrooms

    Gnocchi with bacon and mushrooms.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This simple meal uses just 8 ingredients and is perfect for a tasty dinner any night. Featuring soft gnocchi, crispy bacon, earthy mushrooms, and crunchy pine nuts, it’s a dish that everyone will love.

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    Roasted Lemon-Rosemary Chicken and Cauliflower

    Roasted Lemon-Rosemary Chicken and Cauliflower.
    Photo Credit: Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen.

    This flavorful one-pan keto roasted lemon-rosemary chicken and cauliflower dish is really easy to make. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without a lot of work.

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    Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms

    Chicken Thighs with Mushrooms.
    Photo Credit: Kalynn's Kitchen.

    Roasted chicken thighs with mushrooms are packed with flavor from onions and rosemary. This dish is a delicious low-carb and Keto-friendly dinner that's simple to prepare on a weeknight.

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    Baked Cod in Foil

    A foil pack with cod and potatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    These baked cod packs are simple to prepare and only take 5 minutes to get ready. With cod, tomatoes, potatoes, and lemon all cooked together, this dish is a complete meal that’s easy to enjoy.

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    Sheet Pan Maple Dijon Chicken

    Dijon sheet pan chicken.
    Photo credit: Urban Farmie.

    Sheet pan meals are perfect for busy nights, and this maple Dijon chicken dish is a great choice with simple prep and minimal cleanup. The combination of seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, and roasted veggies is satisfying and makes for a hearty dinner without much effort.

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    Meatball Pasta Bake

    Meatball Pasta Bake.
    Photo credit: Beyond the Chicken Coop.

    The Meatball Pasta Bake is a simple dish that cooks all in one go in the oven, including the pasta. It features frozen meatballs, mozzarella cheese, penne pasta, and your choice of marinara sauce.

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    Chicken Baked with White Wine, Garlic and Herbs

    Chicken Baked with White Wine, Garlic and Herbs.
    Photo Credit: Simply Delicious.

    Baked chicken thighs in a tasty white wine, butter, and herb sauce are simple to prepare for weeknight dinners and great for entertaining guests. This dish combines flavor and ease, making it a go-to option for any occasion.

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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 20+ years 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, and The Feed Feed, among others.

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