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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    22 Easy Recipes to Satisfy Your Takeout Cravings at Home

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on May 8, 2025, updated April 29, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Craving your favorite takeout but want to stay in? These 22 easy recipes will help you recreate those beloved dishes right in your own kitchen. From comforting noodle soups to spicy favorites, you can satisfy your cravings without the cost of ordering in.

    Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup

    Chicken noodle soup.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This soup is full of Thai spices and perfect for a cozy meal. It's a great choice when you're in the mood for something warm and satisfying.

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    Thai Salmon Curry

    A bowl of thai salmon curry with rice.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Enjoy a flavorful Thai Salmon Curry that's both creamy and satisfying. This dish features pan-seared salmon in a rich coconut milk sauce, perfect for a quick and tasty weeknight dinner.

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    Massaman Chicken Curry

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

    Massaman Chicken Curry is a simple one-pot dish that you can whip up in under an hour with store-bought curry paste. It’s creamy and a bit sweet, featuring chicken, potatoes, and peanuts for a satisfying meal.

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    Instant Pot Beef Stir Fry

    A serving of beef stir fry.
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    Recreating the tasty flavors of beef and broccoli takeout at home is easy with this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy this classic dish without the need to order in.

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    Fried Green Curry Spaghetti

    A bowl of fried spaghetti with green curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish combines the rich flavors of Thai curry with the comfort of spaghetti, creating a satisfying meal that's quick to prepare. It's a delicious option you'll want to enjoy often.

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    Vegetable Korma

    A bowl of vegetable korma.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

    This korma is full of chickpeas, carrots, green peas, potatoes, green beans, and mushrooms. It's a dish that everyone will enjoy and want seconds of!

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    Orange Chicken

    Air fryer orange chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This orange chicken dish is simple to make and healthier than takeout, all while being easy on the wallet. With juicy air-fried chicken and a tasty orange sauce, you can have it ready in under 30 minutes with little effort.

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    Cheesy Gordita Crunch

    Crunchy tacos.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    After a long day, this cheesy gordita crunch recipe is an easy way to make taco night special. Using simple ingredients, these tacos bring the familiar flavors of Taco Bell right to your kitchen, and they taste even better.

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    Thai Red Curry Fried Rice

    Fried rice with curry.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    After a long day, this Thai Curry Fried Rice is a great option. Packed with flavors from fish sauce, curry paste, cashews, lime, and cilantro, it’s easy to whip up and you can add Sriracha if you like it spicy.

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    Slow Cooker Beef Rendang

    Slow Cooker Beef Rendang.
    Photo Credit: Garlic All Day.

    Just toss everything into the Crock-Pot and in about 5 hours, you'll have a hearty and flavorful beef stew waiting for you. It's an easy way to enjoy a comforting meal without spending much time in the kitchen.

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    Shrimp Curry

    Shrimp curry in a skillet.
    Photo credit: alwaysusebutter.com.

    Shrimp Curry is a simple and delicious dish that you can whip up in no time. With Thai red curry paste and coconut milk, it’s packed with flavor and can be on your table in just 20 minutes.

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    Sweet and Sour Chicken

    ©Provided by Pups with Chopsticks

    Sweet and sour chicken is a tasty alternative to sweet and sour pork. The chicken is lightly coated, allowing the delicious sauce to really stand out.

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    Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef

    Slow Cooker Mongolian Beef
    Photo Credit: Dinner at the Zoo.

    This Chinese-inspired flank steak is packed with flavor from garlic, ginger, brown sugar, and soy sauce. It's a simple dish to whip up at home.

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    Thai Ginger Coconut Soup

    20-Minute Almost Vegan Thai Ginger Coconut Soup
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Thai Ginger Coconut Soup is a tasty and easy dish that features fish sauce but no meat. This version offers a light and refreshing twist on the classic Tom Kha soup, using ginger for a warm and flavorful experience.

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    Panang Curry with Tofu & Veggies

    A pot full of vegan panang curry.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    Panang Curry is a creamy, sweet, and spicy dish that's easy to prepare. It's a great option for those nights when you want something tasty without putting in a lot of effort.

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    Chicken Tikka Kebabs

    Chicken Tikka Kebab
    Photo Credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    Chicken Tikka Kebabs are a flavorful dish that you can whip up at home. Just marinate the chicken in yogurt, lime juice, and spices, then grill it on skewers until it's cooked through.

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    Red Curry Tofu Stir Fry

    Red curry tofu stir-fry in a pan.
    Photo credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Enjoy a flavorful curry right in your kitchen instead of getting takeout. This dish is easy to prepare and perfect for a cozy night in.

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    Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers

    ©Provided by Pups with Chopsticks

    Smoky grilled chicken skewers are packed with flavor from a marinade of ginger, garlic, coconut cream, and soy sauce, topped off with a sweet coconut glaze. Paired with a simple peanut sauce, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.

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    Creamy Thai Chicken Ramen

    Creamy thai chicken ramen.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

    This creamy chicken ramen is a simple and delicious dish inspired by Thai flavors. Using rotisserie chicken and canned soup, it comes together quickly for a satisfying meal.

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    Thai Cashew Chicken

    Thai cashew chicken.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This takeout favorite is packed with chicken and fresh veggies, bringing authentic Thai flavors to your kitchen. In just 35 minutes, you can enjoy a tasty meal that feels like a trip to Thailand.

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    Beef Chow Fun

    beef chow fun.
    Photo Credit: always use butter.

    Beef Chow Fun is a quick and easy meal perfect for a weeknight dinner. With rice noodles, bean sprouts, scallions, and flank steak, it's a satisfying dish that you'll want to enjoy again.

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    Vegetable Ramen with Spicy Miso Broth

    Bowls with vegetable ramen.
    Image credit: Hey Nutrition Lady.

    Ramen can be easily upgraded with some fresh vegetables and extra spices for a flavorful change. This is a simple way to enjoy a comforting bowl of noodles at home.

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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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