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    Home » Recipe Roundups

    17 Dump-and-Cook Dinners That Will Win Your Partner's Heart

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on June 7, 2024, updated November 12, 2024 - Leave a Comment

    Cooking for your partner can be a wonderful way to show you care, but it doesn't have to be complicated. These 17 dump-and-cook dinners are perfect for busy nights when you want to whip up something special without spending hours in the kitchen. With simple ingredients and minimal prep, these meals are sure to impress and make your evenings together even more enjoyable.

    Crockpot Steak Bites with Mushrooms

    Crockpot Steak Bites with Mushrooms
    Photo Credit: Kitchen Fun With My 3 Sons.

    These steak bites are made with beef broth, butter, onion, garlic, beef, and mushrooms. Just throw everything into the slow cooker for a simple and satisfying dinner.

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    No-Boil Ravioli Casserole

    This cheesy ravioli casserole is one of the simplest dishes you can make. With just four simple ingredients and store-bought shortcuts, you can prep this dish in 5 minutes, and eat in under 40!
    Photo credit: Emmeline Kemperyd.

    This dish is incredibly easy to prepare, using just four basic ingredients and some convenient store-bought items. You can have it ready in about 5 minutes and on the table in less than 40.

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    Maple Mustard Salmon

    Maple Mustard Salmon - Sheet Pan Dinner
    Photo Credit: Midwest Foodie.

    This quick weeknight dinner features salmon coated in a tasty maple mustard sauce, paired with sweet potatoes and Brussels sprouts. It all comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a great choice for a satisfying meal that your partner will love.

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    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken

    Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken.
    Photo Credit: Our Love Language is Food.

    This dish is full of tropical flavors and is super easy to make. Just throw everything together, and it's done!

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    Baked Lamb Chops & Veggies

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

    This easy lamb dish comes together on a sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. The lamb chops absorb the flavors from the vegetables, resulting in a tender and flavorful meal.

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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-pot meal features tender chicken cooked in a delicious rosemary ranch sauce, all mixed with fresh pasta. It's a simple and satisfying dinner that's perfect for a busy weeknight.

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    Roasted Gnocchi with Veggies

    Roasted gnocchi with veggies.
    Photo credit: FODMAP Everyday.

    This dish features gnocchi that’s coated in olive oil and roasted to perfection. The result is a crispy outside with a soft, fluffy inside that’s sure to impress.

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    Instant Pot Bolognese

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

    This Instant Pot Bolognese makes dinner quick and easy. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious pasta sauce that tastes like it took all day to make.

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    Bacon Wrapped Salmon with Garlic Butter

    Bacon wrapped salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Bacon-wrapped salmon filets are a delicious and simple dish that everyone will love. With a rich garlic butter flavor, they make for a perfect meal to impress your partner.

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    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings

    Crockpot Chicken and Dumplings.
    Photo Credit: Cheerful Cook.

    This dish features tender chicken, fresh vegetables, and soft buttermilk biscuit dumplings all simmered in a creamy broth. It's a comforting meal that's simple to make and sure to please.

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    Chicken Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta Bake

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

    This dish combines cheesy chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach for a filling meal. It's a straightforward recipe that will leave you feeling satisfied.

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    Lemon Pepper Salmon

    Baked lemon pepper salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    This salmon dish uses just three easy ingredients, making it incredibly simple to prepare. It's a delicious option that your partner will surely love.

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    Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake

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

    This simple and delicious Buffalo Chicken Pasta Bake can be made in under an hour with minimal prep time. This dish combines spicy buffalo sauce, fresh spinach, and melted cheese for a satisfying dinner.

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    Teriyaki Salmon

    Teriyaki salmon.
    Photo credit: always use butter.

    Making this salmon is simple and quick, whether you use store-bought teriyaki sauce or whip up your own. It's a delicious way to impress your partner with minimal effort.

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    Instant Pot Fettucine Alfredo

    A bowl of fettuccini alfredo.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry.

    This pasta dish is creamy and rich, perfect for a quick and easy one-pot meal. It practically cooks itself, making dinner a breeze.

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    Crock Pot Cube Steak with Mushroom Soup

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

    Cube steak comes together quickly and is packed with flavor. Simply combine it with cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, and a few seasonings for a satisfying dinner that requires hardly any effort.

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    Cheesy Tortellini Skillet Lasagna

    Cheesy Tortellini Skillet Lasagna
    Photo Credit: Flavor Mosaic.

    This skillet lasagna is a quick and easy way to enjoy a classic dish without all the hassle. You can have it on the table in just 20 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 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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