When life gets busy, cooking can feel like a chore, but it doesn't have to be. Here are 50 easy meal ideas that are perfect for weeknights, allowing you to whip up something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. From quick stir-fries to simple pasta dishes, these recipes will help you put dinner on the table in no time.
Grilled Thai Coconut Chicken Skewers
Chicken is marinated in a mix of ginger, garlic, coconut cream, and soy sauce, then finished with a sweet coconut cream glaze. This dish is full of flavor and easy to whip up for a busy weeknight dinner.
Spicy Sausage Pasta
This dish combines spicy sausage, pasta, and Parmesan cheese for a tasty and easy dinner. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you need something quick and satisfying.
Baked Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Parmesan-crusted chicken is a quick and easy dinner option that everyone will enjoy. With its cheesy, crispy coating, it's perfect for a busy weeknight and can be ready in under 30 minutes.
Miso Mushroom Ramen
This quick ramen dish is full of rich and savory flavors. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Caprese Chicken
Caprese Chicken is an easy meal that works great for busy weeknights. With only five ingredients, it’s both tasty and quick to make, making it a favorite for the whole family.
Fried Green Curry Spaghetti
Thai curry spaghetti is a flavorful dish that's perfect for busy weeknights. It's a quick and satisfying meal that you'll want to make again and again.
Potato Stir-Fry with Halloumi & Veggies
This potato stir-fry with halloumi and veggies comes together in just 25 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight. It's a straightforward and healthy meal, all made in one pan, with a splash of lemon to brighten up the flavors.
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta is a quick and satisfying meal that comes together in just 15 minutes. With tender shrimp, al dente pasta, and a flavorful garlic butter sauce, it's a dish that the whole family will love.
Thin Basil Chicken Breasts
Air frying thin chicken breasts makes for a quick and tasty dinner. With a simple seasoning of garlic and basil, this dish is ready in just 6 minutes.
Creamy Red Wine Chicken Pasta with Mushrooms
This pasta dish is packed with great flavors from red wine, chicken, mushrooms, and thyme. It's an ideal choice for a quick and satisfying dinner on a busy weeknight.
Salmon Stir-fry
This stir-fry is loaded with veggies and comes together quickly, making it a great option for busy weeknights. The bright citrus flavor adds a nice touch, whether you enjoy it on its own or with some rice.
Vegetarian Chili Sin Carne with Black Beans
This is a hearty dish loaded with chili flavor and a mix of vegetables like zucchini, eggplant, and green bell pepper. It comes together in just 40 minutes, offering a satisfying meal with plenty of taste and texture.
Firecracker Salmon
This Firecracker Salmon comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a quick and easy dinner option. With a zesty sauce and perfectly cooked fish, it's a great choice for busy weeknights.
Halloumi Pasta Primavera
This vegetarian halloumi pasta comes together in just 20 minutes and is loaded with fresh veggies. It's a light and bright summer dish that showcases the natural flavors of the ingredients without any heavy sauces.
Spanish Chicken Stew
This quick chicken stew is made with ready-to-eat rotisserie chicken, brightened up with fresh lemon and aromatic rosemary. It's a simple and satisfying meal that comes together in no time, perfect for a busy weeknight.
Paella with Chicken & Shrimp
Paella is an easy dish that everyone loves. With ingredients like saffron, shrimp, chicken, peas, and bell peppers, it makes for a quick and satisfying meal on busy weeknights.
Instant Pot Bolognese
A quick and easy bolognese can be made in your Instant Pot. This dish brings together the classic flavors of a slow-cooked pasta sauce with just a few simple ingredients.
Massaman Chicken Curry
This authentic Massaman Chicken Curry (Gaeng Massaman Gai) is made in one pot in just 45 minutes, using store-bought curry paste. With coconut milk, chicken, potatoes, and peanuts, it's super creamy, subtly sweet, and not so spicy.
Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This dish is quick to make and packed with flavor, featuring creamy crème fraîche, sun-dried tomatoes, and a mix of herbs. With just a few simple ingredients and little prep, it's perfect for a busy weeknight dinner.
Mexican Style Marinated Chicken
This Mexican Chicken Marinade brings a lively kick to your weeknight meals. With a mix of spices and citrus, it transforms ordinary chicken into something special.
Seafood Pasta Bake
Creamy, cheesy, seafood pasta all in a simple casserole package.
Bacon Wrapped Salmon with Garlic Butter
These bacon-wrapped garlic butter salmon filets are a quick and easy way to make your weeknight dinners more enjoyable. Everyone in the family will love this flavorful dish.
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks
These chicken drumsticks are easy to make and packed with flavor from a simple marinade of olive oil, lime juice, and spices. They come out juicy on the inside with a nice crispy skin, making them a go-to dish for busy weeknights.
Cheesy Tortellini Casserole
This dish is easy to make, cheesy, and really satisfying, making it a great choice for a busy weeknight dinner. It's the kind of meal that brings comfort without taking too much time to prepare.
One Pan Fish & Broccoli in Lemon Butter Caper Sauce
Lemon butter caper sauce pairs wonderfully with fish and broccoli, making it a great choice for a quick weeknight dinner. Everything cooks together in one pan, so cleanup is a breeze.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta
This pasta is quick to prepare and loaded with the classic flavors of Buffalo sauce. It's a great option for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without a lot of fuss.
Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms
Pan-frying gnocchi instead of boiling it gives it a nice texture, and when you mix it with bacon and mushrooms, you get a flavorful meal that's easy to make. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without a lot of fuss.
Creamy Chicken Pasta with Feta Cheese
Feta cheese gives a tasty kick to this creamy pasta sauce, perfect for busy weeknights. It's a simple way to elevate your dinner without spending too much time in the kitchen.
Lemon Pepper Salmon
This salmon dish is super easy to make and only needs three ingredients. It's perfect for a quick meal on a busy weeknight.
Tortellini Carbonara
This easy carbonara is made with common ingredients you can find at any grocery store. It's a quick and satisfying meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
Two classic favorites combine to create these cheesy quesadillas loaded with spicy flavor. Dip in blue cheese sauce for the best experience!
Shrimp Carbonara
Shrimp Carbonara is a quick and satisfying meal that you can make in just 10 minutes. This Italian pasta dish combines creamy sauce with tender shrimp for a delicious weeknight dinner.
Pork Chops with Red Wine & Mushrooms
This pork chop dish is great for any night, whether you're busy or celebrating something special. It's simple to make and really satisfying.
Pink Pasta Sauce with Bacon
This dish brings together a flavorful mix of spicy tomato sauce and bacon, making it a great choice for a quick weeknight dinner. It's simple to prepare and sure to satisfy everyone at the table.
Gorgonzola Gnocchi
This dish combines a rich creaminess with a zesty kick and a satisfying crunch. It's a quick and easy meal that's sure to please everyone at the table.
Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake
This pasta is full of the bold buffalo flavors you enjoy, and it comes together quickly in just one pot. It's a simple and satisfying meal that's perfect for a busy weeknight.
Sheet Pan Halloumi Tacos
These halloumi tacos are perfect for those busy weeknights when you crave something quick and satisfying. They come together easily, making dinner a breeze.
Spinach Artichoke Chicken Casserole
This spinach artichoke chicken casserole is quick to prepare using rotisserie chicken and frozen vegetables. You can have this tasty dish ready in under an hour.
Sheet Pan Salmon Oreganata
Make a quick and easy dinner with just one sheet pan. The crispy coating and lively flavors will please everyone at the table.
Larb Gai
This Thai dish is a favorite for its amazing flavors and simplicity. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick and satisfying.
Smoked Salmon & Spinach Pasta
This pasta dish is quick to make and packed with flavor, making it perfect for busy weeknights. It's a meal you'll find yourself coming back to time and time again.
Honey Mustard Chicken
This is a quick meal you can whip up in just 30 minutes. It's all made in one pan and the creamy honey mustard sauce goes great with rice, potatoes, or roasted vegetables.
One-Pot Hummus Pasta
This easy dinner comes together in just 12 minutes with only 5 ingredients and a single pot. It's perfect for those busy weeknights when you need something quick and satisfying.
Cod Piccata
This cod in a creamy piccata sauce is a quick and flavorful dinner option that can be made in just 30 minutes. With its creamy texture and a hint of tanginess, it's a dish that everyone will love.
Ranch Chicken & Potato Casserole
This casserole with chicken, broccoli, bacon, and cheese is a cozy dish that's quick to prepare. This one-pan meal is ideal for those hectic weeknights when you need something satisfying without a lot of fuss.
Air Fryer French Onion Pork Chops
Air frying pork chops makes for a quick and easy dinner option. Pair them with a simple stovetop sauce for a satisfying meal that won't take much time to prepare.
Crispy Furikake Salmon
This salmon dish combines salmon with soy sauce and furikake seasoning for a quick and easy dinner. It's perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without a lot of fuss.
Beef Chow Fun
This dish is perfect for those hectic weeknights when you want something tasty without spending too much time in the kitchen. It's simple to make and will hit the spot when you're craving takeout.
Shrimp Scampi Without Wine
This dish is full of great flavors and works well over pasta or as a tasty appetizer with some bread. It's perfect for a quick meal on a busy weeknight.
Instant Pot Chicken Soup
This Instant Pot Chicken Soup is perfect for a cozy dinner and can be ready in just over an hour. It's creamy with a hint of spice, making it a great comforting meal for busy weeknights.
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