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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    21 Delicious One-Pan Dinners That Make Clean-Up a Breeze

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 15, 2024, updated December 10, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    One-pan dinners are a lifesaver for busy weeknights, combining flavor and convenience in one easy dish. These meals not only save time on cooking but also make clean-up a breeze, allowing you to enjoy a delicious dinner without the hassle. From hearty casseroles to elegant risottos, there’s something for everyone in this collection.

    Lemon Chicken & Rice Casserole

    A rice and chicken casseroele.
    Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

    Lemon Chicken and Rice Casserole is an easy one-pot dish that combines bright citrus flavors with tender chicken and creamy rice. It's a great choice for busy nights when you want a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole

    Steak pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish features creamy steak and mushroom pasta mixed with a cheesy casserole. It's a comforting and elegant dinner that you can prepare in just 45 minutes, all in one oven-safe skillet to keep cleanup easy.

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    Garlic Lemon Gemelli

    Gemelli Garlic Lemon Pasta.
    Photo credit: The Fresh Cooky.

    Garlic lemon pasta is a great option for busy nights when you want something quick and delicious. It comes together in under 30 minutes and is sure to please everyone at the table.

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    Gorgonzola Gnocchi

    Grogonzola gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is creamy, tangy, and crunchy, offering a delightful mix of flavors. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something quick and tasty.

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    Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese

    Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Mexican Street Corn Mac and Cheese is a simple one-pot meal that brings fresh flavors to the table. In just 20 minutes, you can enjoy a tasty twist on a classic dish that your family will love.

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    Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta

    CHEESY KIELBASA PASTA.
    Photo credit: Cook Dinner Tonight.

    This pasta dish combines simple ingredients like pasta and kielbasa for a quick and tasty meal. It's perfect for busy nights when you want a satisfying dinner without much effort.

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    30-Minute Beef & Noodles

    Beef and Noodles.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This creamy beef and noodles dish is ready in about 30 minutes and is great for a busy weeknight. It's the kind of comfort food that warms you up and fills you up without taking much time to prepare.

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    Shrimp Asparagus Risotto

    A spoonful of shrimp risotto.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Shrimp and asparagus risotto is full of great flavors like lemon, basil, and parmesan. It's a quick and easy dish that's perfect for busy nights or special occasions, and you can make a creamy risotto in just 40 minutes with a simple method.

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    Massaman Chicken Curry

    A bowl of massaman chicken curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Massaman Chicken Curry is a great option for busy nights since it comes together quickly in just one pot. With chicken, potatoes, and peanuts simmered in a creamy coconut milk sauce, it offers a tasty mix of sweet and savory flavors.

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    Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms

    A spoonful of bacon mushroom gnocchi.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This pan-fried gnocchi with bacon and mushrooms is a tasty twist on a classic dish. It's perfect for busy nights when you want something quick and satisfying.

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    Potato Stir-Fry with Halloumi & Veggies

    Potato Stir-Fry with Halloumi & Veggies
    Photo credit: always use butter

    This potato stir-fry with halloumi and veggies is perfect for busy nights when you need a quick meal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this one-pan dish is healthy, simple to prepare, and will quickly become a weeknight favorite.

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    Mushroom Truffle Risotto

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Mushroom Truffle Risotto is a quick and tasty dish that you can prepare in under 40 minutes, making it ideal for busy evenings. With its rich flavors from mushrooms, truffle oil, and white wine, this meal is sure to impress your guests with very reasonable effort.

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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 incredibly easy to prepare. With just four basic ingredients and some ready-made options, you can have it ready in 5 minutes and on the table in under 40.

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    Chicken and Mushroom Casserole

    Chicken and Mushroom Casserole
    Photo Credit: Super Golden Bakes.

    This Chicken and Mushroom Casserole is a tasty one-pot meal that's great for busy nights. With wild mushrooms and chestnuts, it's a comforting dish that everyone will love.

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

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

    This sheet pan meal is perfect for busy nights when you want a tasty dinner without the stress of cooking. Lamb chops roast with veggies, resulting in tender meat and flavorful sides that come together easily.

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    Salmon Stew

    A bowl of salmon stew.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Salmon Stew is a quick and tasty dish that's ideal for busy nights. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have it ready in under 30 minutes, making it a great addition to your meal rotation.

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    Beef Taco Skillet

    BEEF TACO SKILLET.
    Photo credit: Laura Fuentes.

    This cheesy ground beef taco skillet is a quick meal that's great for busy nights when you're short on time. It comes together in just 15 minutes and is really tasty!

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    Turkey Meatballs with Marinara Sauce

    One-Pan Italian Turkey Meatballs with Marinara
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    These meatballs are full of tasty herbs, breadcrumbs, and onions that keep them nice and juicy. In just a few easy steps, you can have a delicious meal ready quickly for busy evenings.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This quick and tasty meal is just what you need for busy nights. This one-pan dinner is easy to prepare, requires little effort, and combines chicken, veggies, and sauce for a flavorful dish.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Alfredo

    Chicken alfredo on a plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks.

    This dish features tender chicken and perfectly cooked penne pasta in a creamy Alfredo sauce. It's a quick and easy meal that's great for busy nights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen.

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    Smoked Mozzarella BBQ Chicken Pizza

    A smoked mozzarella chicken pizza.
    Photo credit: Life as a Strawberry.

    BBQ chicken pizza is a quick and delicious option for busy nights. It's loaded with smoked mozzarella, cilantro, and your favorite barbecue sauce for a flavorful meal.

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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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