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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    29 Easy Delicious Dinner Recipes

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on February 26, 2025, updated February 27, 2025 - Leave a Comment

    Finding easy and delicious dinner recipes can make weeknight cooking a breeze. Whether you're in the mood for something comforting or looking to try a new flavor, there are plenty of options that are simple to prepare and satisfying to eat. From quick pasta dishes to hearty casseroles, these recipes will help you whip up a meal that everyone will enjoy.

    Chicken Club Sandwich

    Chicken BLT.
    Photo credit: The Feathered Nester.

    This Chicken Club Sandwich is loaded with chicken, ham, bacon, avocado, lettuce, and tomatoes. It's a great option for a quick meal or a light snack.

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    Grilled Lemon Basil Chicken

    Grilled lemon chicken.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This Lemon Chicken Marinade is quick and easy to whip up using healthy ingredients. Perfect for grilling, pan frying, or baking, it keeps the chicken juicy and full of flavor with olive oil, lemon, and basil.

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    Air Fryer Bone-In Pork Chops

    A pork chop on a small chopping board.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This recipe features juicy, tender Air-Fried Bone-in Pork Chops that are full of flavor. With just a few ingredients, you can have a delicious dinner ready in 25 minutes or less.

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    Firecracker Salmon

    Firecracker salmon on a teal plate.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Firecracker Salmon is a quick and easy dinner that you can whip up in just 15 minutes. With its spicy and tangy sauce, this salmon dish is sure to impress everyone at the table.

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    Sheet Pan Gnocchi with Sausage & Veggies

    Gnocchi sheet bake.
    Photo credit: Living Lou.

    Sheet pan oven-baked gnocchi with sausage and vegetables is a quick and easy dinner that you can whip up in just 25 minutes. Everything cooks together in one pan, making cleanup a breeze.

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    One Pot Spinach Artichoke Chicken

    One Pot Spinach Artichoke Chicken
    Photo Credit: Life as a Strawberry.

    This one pan chicken dish features a creamy spinach and artichoke sauce. It combines cream cheese, chicken stock, and chicken breast cutlets for a simple and satisfying meal.

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    Mexican Picadillo

    Mexican Picadillo.
    Photo Credit: Gypsy Plate.

    Mexican Picadillo features tender ground beef cooked with flavorful Latin spices, tomatoes, and plenty of vegetables. This is a great option for a simple dinner.

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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 is an easy and delicious dinner option.

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    Dashi-Marinated Pork Ramen

    Pork tenderloin ramen.
    Photo credit: Tried and True Recipes.

    Dashi-marinated pork tenderloin ramen is a tasty option for a cozy ramen night. The tenderloin cooks quickly and pairs well with your favorite noodles.

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    Chinese Scrambled Eggs & Shrimp

    chinese scrambled eggs with shrimp.
    Photo credit: Pups with Chopsticks.

    Cantonese stir-fried scrambled eggs and shrimp is a quick and easy dish that combines fluffy eggs with tender shrimp. It’s perfect for a simple dinner and can be ready in just 15 minutes!

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    Egyptian Macarona Bechamel

    Egyptian Macarona Bechamel.
    Photo Credit: Chocolates & Chai.

    Egyptian macarona bechamel is a comforting dish that's loved in Egypt, featuring penne pasta baked in a creamy béchamel sauce. It's a satisfying meal that's perfect for any night.

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    Crescent Roll Taco Bake

    Crescent Roll Taco Bake.
    Photo Credit: The Urben Life.

    This taco bake features seasoned ground beef and creamy refried beans wrapped in a soft, buttery crescent roll crust. It's a simple and satisfying dinner that you can top with your favorite taco fixings.

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    Ham Fried Rice

    Ham Fried Rice.
    Photo credit: Sustainable Cooks.

    Make this easy Ham Fried Rice for a meal that the whole family will love! This takeout-style fried rice pairs well with so many dishes and is ready in a flash - and a great way to repurpose any leftover ham.

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    Italian Beef Cannelloni

    Italian Beef Cannelloni.
    Photo Credit: Craving Some Creativity.

    Italian Beef Cannelloni is a tasty dish topped with a rich red sauce and plenty of melted Mozzarella. It's simple to prepare, perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, and can be stored in the freezer for later.

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    Instant Pot Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

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

    Instant pot spaghetti is a simple dish that uses only 9 ingredients and cooks in one pot. In under 30 minutes, you can have this classic meal ready for your family, even on a hectic weeknight.

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    Greek Salmon Bowl

    A serving of salmon Greek bowl.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This Greek Salmon Bowl is a simple meal that you can whip up in under thirty minutes. It's packed with fresh vegetables and quinoa, all mixed together with a tasty balsamic vinaigrette.

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    Stir-Fried Red Rice with Thai flavors

    Stir-Fried Red Rice with Thai flavors
    Photo Credit: go healthy ever after.

    This fried rice with red rice, Thai flavors, and crunchy vegetables is a healthy and tasty option for dinner. It features a simple recipe that guides you through making flavorful red fried rice seasoned with lemongrass and lime.

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    Stuffed Cabbage Rolls

    Stuffed Cabbage Rolls.
    Photo Credit: Sweet & Savory Meals.

    Stuffed cabbage rolls are made with cabbage leaves filled with a tasty mix of ground meat and rice, all simmered in a homemade tomato sauce. This hearty dinner is perfect for meal prep and can be frozen for later.

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    Grilled Rib Eye

    Grilled Rib Eye
    Photo Credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This grilled rib eye steak is packed with flavor from smoked salt and charred vegetables. It's a satisfying meal that meat lovers will enjoy, no matter their diet.

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    Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs

    Slow Cooker Turkey Meatballs.
    Photo Credit: Simple Everyday Recipes.

    These meatballs are full of flavor and are really comforting. Just let the crockpot handle everything, and you'll end up with tender, juicy meatballs in a tasty tomato sauce.

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    5-Ingredient Chicken Drumsticks

    Five Ingredient Chicken Drumstick
    Photo Credit: Karen Kelly.

    The crispy skin keeps the meat juicy and tender. This dish is packed with flavor, thanks to a marinade of tamari, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic.

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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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    Lobster Ravioli

    Lobster Ravioli.
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    Cheese ravioli is mixed with a rich garlic white wine sauce and filled with pieces of sweet, tender lobster. This is a simple yet delicious dinner option.

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    Pink Pasta Sauce with Bacon

    Pink pasta.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This dish features a rich and creamy tomato sauce with a kick, combined with crispy bacon. It's a delicious option for a quick and satisfying dinner.

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    Thai Basil Chicken (Pad Krapow Gai)

    ©Provided by Pups with Chopsticks

    Thai Basil Chicken is a tasty and easy dish featuring chicken, green beans, and fresh Thai basil in a flavorful sauce. This is a good dinner option that you can whip up in about 15 minutes, especially if you use ground chicken.

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    Sheet Pan Drumsticks & Potatoes

    Baked drumsticks.
    Photo credit: Go Healthy Ever After.

    Sheet pan chicken drumsticks and potatoes are simple to prepare and really tasty. The lemon garlic seasoning adds great flavor, making this a quick dinner option for busy weeknights.

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    Chicken Pasta Bake

    Chicken Pasta Bake.
    Photo Credit: Easy and Delish.

    Chicken pasta bake with bacon is a creamy dish that comes together in just 30 minutes. This is a great option for busy weeknights.

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    Eggplant Potato Stew

    A pan full of eggplant potato stew.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

    This Eggplant Potato Stew is simple to prepare and full of healthy veggies. It's a filling dish that's perfect for a cozy dinner.

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    Creamy Lemon Pesto Pasta

    Creamy lemon pesto pasta on a white plate.
    Photo Credit: Home Cooking Collective.

    This creamy lemon pesto pasta is made with a simple sauce that combines fresh lemon zest, lemon juice, pine nuts, herbs, and lots of cheese. It's a quick dinner that you can whip up in about 30 minutes.

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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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