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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    24 Easy Dump Dinners You Can Prep in Minutes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on December 29, 2024, updated December 18, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Dump dinners are a lifesaver for busy weeknights, allowing you to prepare a hearty meal with minimal effort. Just toss your ingredients into a pot or baking dish, and let the oven or slow cooker do the work. These 24 easy recipes are perfect for anyone looking to save time in the kitchen while still enjoying a satisfying meal.

    Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Minestrone Soup Recipe
    Photo Credit: Scarlati Family Kitchen.

    This slow cooker minestrone soup is a hearty vegetarian dish loaded with pasta, beans, and zucchini. It's an easy dinner that everyone will love.

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    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Mushroom Soup

    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Mushroom Soup
    Photo Credit: Add Salt and Serve.

    This cube steak dish is tender and full of flavor with very little prep work. Just mix together cube steak, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, salt, pepper, and water for a simple and satisfying homemade meal.

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    Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup

    Easy Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup
    Photo Credit: Whiskful Cooking.

    This Slow Cooker Tomato Basil Soup is an easy way to enjoy a comforting meal with just a few simple ingredients like canned tomatoes and basil. It goes perfectly with grilled cheese or crackers for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    One Pan Falafel Bake

    Falafel bake on a baking dish.
    Photo Credit: Happy Veggie Kitchen.

    This one-pan vegetarian casserole is a simple and tasty meal. With premade falafel, beans, tomatoes, kale, and a cheesy topping, it’s a comforting dish that doesn’t require much work.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This cheesy chicken and pasta dish with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach is both comforting and satisfying. It's an easy meal that's great for a relaxed dinner.

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    Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake

    Chicken pasta bake.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dinner features a hearty mix of chicken and broccoli, perfect for busy nights. It’s a great option that leaves you with leftovers to enjoy throughout the week.

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    Slow Cooker Ritz Chicken

    SLOW COOKER RITZ CHICKEN.
    Photo credit: The Cookin Chicks.

    This dish features tender chicken breasts simmered in a creamy sauce and finished with a buttery Ritz cracker topping. It's a satisfying meal that pairs perfectly with rice or noodles.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Tacos

    Instant Pot Chicken Tacos.
    Photo Credit: Binky's Culinary Carnival.

    Instant Pot Chicken Tacos are a quick and simple dinner option for busy weeknights. You can use fresh or frozen chicken, making it easy to prepare even after a long day.

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    Baked Chicken Drumsticks & Veggies

    Drumsticks and veggies.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish is simple to prepare—just chop some ingredients and toss them all in one pan. You'll have a tasty meal of chicken, vegetables, and sauce with minimal effort.

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    Sheet Pan Sausage & Veggies

    Sheet pan sausage and veggies.
    Photo credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This sheet pan dinner is simple and delicious. Just add some garlic and herbs, put it in the oven, and it's done in under 30 minutes.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake is a quick and easy dish that requires very little prep. With spicy buffalo sauce, fresh spinach, and melted cheese, this is a satisfying meal for busy evenings.

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    Slow Cooker Steak, Potatoes, and Corn

    Slow Cooker Steak, Potatoes, and Corn
    Photo Credit: The Magical Slow Cooker.

    Steak bites, potatoes, and corn come together in a slow cooker with a delicious garlic butter sauce for a simple meal. This is an easy option for a satisfying dinner.

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    Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Sausage & Veggies

    Gnocchi sheet bake.
    Photo credit: Living Lou.

    Sheet pan baked gnocchi with sausage and veggies is an easy and tasty meal. It comes together in just 25 minutes using only one pan.

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    Enchilada Bake

    Enchilada bake.
    Photo credit: Dizzy Busy and Hungry.

    This Enchilada Bake uses easy ingredients you probably have on hand and is sure to please everyone at the table. You can let your slow cooker handle the cooking, keeping your kitchen cool and making dinner a breeze.

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

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

    This sheet pan lamb chop dinner is easy and stress-free. The lamb cooks with the veggies, resulting in tender and tasty chops.

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    Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew

    Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew
    Photo Credit: Beyond Mere Sustenance.

    Enjoy the taste of New Mexico with this simple Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew. Just throw everything into a pot and let it simmer for a relaxing meal.

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    Potato Soup

    A bowl of potato soup.
    Photo credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This potato soup is simple to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of your time before the slow cooker handles everything else. It's full of flavor and great for a quick weeknight dinner or a comforting Sunday meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    Chicken Fajita Casserole

    A chicken fajita casserole.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    This chicken fajita casserole is a simple one-pan meal that brings the flavors of homemade comfort food to your table. It's just as delicious the next day, making it perfect for leftovers.

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    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

    Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    This Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup is simple to prepare; just add all the ingredients and let it simmer. It's creamy and cozy, with a touch of apple and garam masala that adds a special flavor, and it can also be frozen for later use.

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    Lentil Tortilla Soup

    A lentil tortilla soup.
    Photo credit: Peas and Crayons.

    This Vegetarian Lentil Tortilla Soup is simple to prepare using an Instant Pot, slow cooker, or on the stove. It's a tasty soup that everyone will enjoy!

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    Dump-and-Bake Mac & Cheese

    Mac and cheese.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Mac and Cheese is really easy to make and packed with Cheddar and Gruyere for a rich, cheesy flavor. It's a great option for a quick and satisfying meal.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

    A bowl of instant pot bolognese served over pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This instant pot pasta sauce is full of rich flavors and brings a classic dish to your table in no time. It's a simple meal that uses ingredients you likely already have on hand.

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    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup

    Slow Cooker Black Bean Soup
    Photo Credit: Inquiring Chef.

    Enjoy a simple and delicious soup that simmers gently with minimal effort. It's creamy and satisfying, ideal for a comforting meal served in bread bowls with your favorite taco toppings.

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    Garlic Lemon Gemelli

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

    This dish is easy to prepare and full of flavor. It's an easy garlic lemon pasta that your family will truly love!

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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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