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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    20 No-Fuss Dump-And-Bake Dishes for Stress-Free Dinners

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on September 29, 2024, updated September 23, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Looking for easy dinner ideas that require minimal effort? Check out these 20 dump-and-bake dishes that are perfect for stress-free meals. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, these recipes will save you time in the kitchen without sacrificing flavor. Say goodbye to complicated cooking and enjoy delicious meals with these hassle-free recipes.

    One-Pan Chicken Fajita Pasta

    One-Pan Chicken Fajita Pasta
    Photo Credit: Chew Out Loud.

    Cook up a quick and tasty Chicken Fajita Pasta in just 20 minutes. This one-pan meal combines the flavors of fajitas and pasta for a stress-free dinner option on busy nights.

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    Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Sausage & Veggies

    Gnocchi sheet bake.
    Photo credit: Living Lou.

    Make a simple and delicious dinner with this easy sheet pan gnocchi recipe. Just toss everything together and bake for a stress-free meal ready in no time.

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    Chicken & Rice Casserole

    Chicken And Rice Casserole.
    Photo credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This chicken and rice casserole is a simple and tasty dish that's great for a stress-free dinner.

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    Sheet Pan Chicken Thighs & Sweet Potatoes

    Sheet pan chicken thighs.
    Photo credit: Recipes from a Pantry.

    This recipe is simple, satisfying, and super tasty. Made with basic ingredients, it's ready in just 30 minutes.

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Cooking Mac and Cheese is a breeze with this simple recipe! Just a quick 10-minute prep followed by 45 minutes in the oven for a delicious one-pan meal packed with Cheddar and Gruyere cheese flavors.

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

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

    Simplify your dinner routine with this effortless sheet pan lamb dish. The lamb chops cook alongside veggies, creating juicy and flavorful results without any fuss.

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    French Fry Casserole

    Leftover french fries casserole topped with sour cream.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Make a tasty casserole using your leftover french fries. It's cheesy, spicy, and pairs well with chicken or beef.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Simplify your weeknights with this easy sheet-pan dinner. Just chop a few ingredients, toss them together with chicken and veggies, and let the oven do the work for a delicious meal in one pan.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is packed with chicken and broccoli, making it a hearty meal that's perfect for leftovers.

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    Broccoli Casserole

    Broccli casserole.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    This broccoli casserole is perfect for a simple and healthy side dish that's quick to make.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

    sun-dried tomato pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This simple dish combines cheesy chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach for a satisfying and easy meal.

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    Leftover Boiled Potato Casserole

    Leftover boiled potato casserole.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    Make a tasty casserole using those leftover boiled potatoes. It's got all the yummy flavors of baked potatoes, with a creamy and cheesy twist.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

    Buffalo chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a quick and easy dish that's ready in under an hour. Packed with spicy buffalo sauce, spinach, and lots of cheese, it's a tasty option for a stress-free weeknight dinner.

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    Sheet Pan Drumsticks & Potatoes

    Baked drumsticks.
    Photo credit: Go Healthy Ever After.

    This simple sheet pan meal of chicken drumsticks and potatoes is a breeze to make and tastes amazing. The blend of aromatic spices and zesty lemon garlic seasoning creates tender, flavorful chicken that's perfect for a stress-free dinner.

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    Zucchini Casserole

    Zucchini casserole.
    Photo credit: Masala Herb.

    Whip up a simple Zucchini Casserole using fresh garden veggies for a stress-free dinner option.

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    Chicken & Veggie Traybake

    Chicken & Veggie Traybake.
    Photo credit: Hungry Healthy Happy.

    Simplify your dinner routine with this fuss-free chicken traybake. Just toss everything in one dish with a tasty Mediterranean dressing for a flavorful meal with minimal effort.

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    Vegetarian Burrito Bowls

    Burrito bowl.
    Image credit: Katie Trant.

    Making burrito bowls has never been simpler than with this easy dump-and-bake recipe.

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    Mediterranean Veggie Casserole

    Veggie casserole.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian.

    This casserole is super easy to make - just mix everything and bake. You'll end up with delicious veggies in a flavorful garlic sauce.

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    Sheet Pan Kielbasa & Veggies

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

    Simplify your dinner routine with this easy one-pan meal. Customize with your favorite sausage and veggies for a stress-free meal prep.

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    Enchilada Bake

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    This Enchilada Bake is a breeze to make with basic ingredients you probably already have, and it's delicious enough to be a regular meal for your family! You can make it without heating up your oven by using your trusty slow cooker.

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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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