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    24 One-Pan Recipes That Will Simplify Your Dinner Prep

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on March 25, 2025, updated February 27, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    One-pan recipes are a game changer for busy weeknights, making dinner prep a breeze. With just one dish to clean, you can whip up a variety of meals that are both simple and satisfying. From hearty casseroles to quick gnocchi dinners, these 24 recipes will help you get dinner on the table with minimal fuss.

    Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms

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

    Pan-fried gnocchi is a hidden gem that tastes way better than the boiled version. When you combine it with bacon and mushrooms, you get a dish packed with flavor.

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    Cheesy Steak Pasta Casserole

    Steak pasta casserole.
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

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

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    No-Boil Pasta Bake

    No-Boil Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This vegetarian No-Boil Pasta Bake is simple to prepare and comes together in just a few minutes. It uses common pantry items like spaghetti sauce, dried spices, boxed noodles, and lots of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.

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    One-Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup

    A bowl of One-Pot Chicken Tortellini Soup.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This chicken tortellini soup is comforting and satisfying. It's quick to prepare and full of great flavors, making it perfect for a cozy evening or a fast meal.

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    Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

    Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce on a bowl.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This simple one-pan spaghetti uses only 9 ingredients and can be ready in under 30 minutes. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want a classic meal without a lot of work.

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    Cheeseburger Macaroni

    Dutch oven with Cheeseburger Macaroni.
    Photo Credit: Homemade Hooplah.

    This cheeseburger macaroni is a simple weeknight dinner that everyone will enjoy. With soft pasta, seasoned ground beef, and gooey cheese, everything cooks in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

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    Cowboy Cornbread Casserole

    A serving of Cowboy Cornbread Casserole.
    Photo Credit: Quiche My Grits.

    Gather the family for a tasty casserole that’s perfect for dinner. This simple skillet dish is packed with ground beef, vegetables, and flavorful spices, all topped with a layer of homemade buttermilk cornbread.

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    One Pan Jerk Chicken With Red Beans And Coconut Rice

    One Pan Jerk Chicken With Red Beans And Coconut Rice
    Photo Credit: Chicken Fried Kitchen.

    One Pan Jerk Chicken with Red Beans and Coconut Rice is a family favorite. It's packed with flavor and is a simple, colorful dish that comes together in just one skillet.

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    Slow Cooker Rosemary Ranch Chicken and Noodles

    Slow Cooker Rosemary Ranch Chicken and Noodles.
    Photo Credit: The Lazy Slow Cooker.

    This one-pan dinner features tender chicken cooked in a delicious rosemary ranch sauce alongside fresh pasta. It's a simple and satisfying meal that's perfect for a weeknight.

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    Baked Lemon Salmon on Veggies

    Baked Lemon Salmon on Veggies.
    Photo credit: Oh Sweet Culture Shock.

    This salmon dish is healthy and quick to make. With fresh lemon slices and herbs, it’s baked to perfection for a juicy and flaky meal that’s great for any night.

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    Potato Stir-Fry with Halloumi & Veggies

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

    This quick potato stir-fry with halloumi and veggies is perfect for busy weeknights. It's healthy, easy to prepare, and everything cooks in one pan, with a hint of lemon to enhance the flavors.

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    One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta

    One-Pot Creamy Tomato Pasta
    Photo Credit: Vegan Huggs.

    This creamy tomato pasta is a quick and easy dinner that you can prepare in just 30 minutes using only one pot. Enjoy the rich flavors without the fuss of a big cleanup afterward.

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    Egg Roll in a Bowl

    Egg roll in a bowl with chopsticks.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Egg roll in a bowl is a quick and easy one-pan dinner that you can whip up in just 30 minutes. Packed with fresh veggies and tasty flavors from soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and garlic, this dish is perfect for a simple meal.

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    Cheesy Beans on Toasted Garlic Bread

    Cheesy Beans on Toasted Garlic Bread
    Photo Credit: Style and Grace.

    Dinner can be ready in just 20 minutes with only a few ingredients. These Easy Cheesy beans are baked in tasty marinara sauce and topped with a delicious layer of melted mozzarella.

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    Slow Cooker Enchilada Chicken

    Slow Cooker Enchilada Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Swirls of Flavor.

    Chicken becomes tender while simmering in a flavorful enchilada sauce. Combine it with corn tortillas, cheese, and olives for an easy one-pan dinner.

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    Baked Mayo Salmon

    Baked Mayo Salmon.
    Photo credit: Wholesome Yum.

    Baked salmon with mayo is a simple and quick dish that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. With only four ingredients, this recipe is perfect for a tasty dinner without much effort.

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    One Pot Italian Sausage Pasta

    One Pot Italian Sausage Pasta
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This dish features a creamy sauce that clings to the pasta, along with tender kale and flavorful Italian sausage. It's a satisfying meal that comes together in one pan, making cleanup easy.

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    Creamy Pesto Pasta

    Creamy pesto pasta topped with cherry tomatoes.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This creamy pesto pasta is quick to prepare with just three ingredients and cooks in only 10 minutes. The bright pesto sauce combined with Greek yogurt creates a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Mushroom Stroganoff

    Vegetarian Stroganoff with Mushrooms.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This 20-minute stroganoff is a simple and delicious meatless dish that everyone will enjoy. The egg noodles are cooked just right and mixed with a creamy mushroom sauce, all in one pot for easy cleanup.

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    Mediterranean Salmon

    Mediterranean Salmon.
    Photo credit: Hungry Healthy Happy.

    This dish combines Mediterranean flavors with salmon fillets for a quick meal that takes less than 20 minutes to prepare. It’s perfect for salads, sandwiches, or served alongside roasted garlic potatoes.

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    Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli Skillet

    Teroyaki chicken and broccoli.
    Photo credit: Fit As A Mama Bear.

    This chicken teriyaki broccoli skillet features tender pieces of chicken cooked in a simple, gluten-free teriyaki sauce. It's a great dinner option for busy nights.

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    Pizza Baked Butter Beans

    Baked butter beans in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Life as a Strawberry.

    These simple, pizza baked beans are perfect for busy weeknights! Mix some canned, drained beans with a bit of pizza sauce, add your favorite toppings, and bake for a quick, cozy dinner that's perfect with a loaf of crusty bread. All done in 30 minutes!

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    One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper

    A bowl of One Pot Homemade Hamburger Helper.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This homemade hamburger helper is a warm and satisfying dish with tender macaroni and crumbled ground beef in a creamy cheese sauce. It's perfect for a quick and easy meal that everyone will enjoy.

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    One-Pot Greek Salmon with Feta & Peppers

    A plate of rice, salmon and veggies.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This salmon dinner is packed with flavor and everything cooks together in one pot, including the rice. It's a simple and delicious meal that makes cleanup easy.

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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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