Easy Dinner Ideas
Jan 14, 2018, Updated Mar 31, 2020
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Easy Dinner Ideas – not sure what to make for dinner? Don’t want to spend forever cutting, chopping, and figuring out a recipe? Here are 50+ super easy dinner recipes to get you through the week!
Weeknights are busy. If you have little kids, if you don’t, things are just busy! I assume I am not alone in thinking that during the week, I want easy dinners! I don’t want to spend forever cutting and chopping a bunch of different ingredients.
Or having to follow 10 different steps to get dinner done. I want something easy! So today I am putting over 50 of my favorite dinner ideas in one place. They will be ready quickly. not have a bunch of steps to follow or dishes to wash.
So when you are searching for dinner ideas this week, check out some of these!
Easy Dinner Ideas
Easy Dinner Ideas - not sure what to make for dinner? Don't want to spend forever cutting, chopping, and figuring out a recipe? Here are 50 super easy dinner recipes to get you through the week!
Oven Baked Pork Chop Recipe -juicy pork chops that are seasoned and baked to perfection. Quick and easy for those busy weeknights.
Mexican Skillet Potatoes - a quick and easy one pan Mexican recipe. Crispy potatoes, taco meat, salsa, cheese and more! So much better than just regular tacos.
Easy Taco Soup - a hearty and comforting taco flavored soup that is ready in minutes. Top with your favorite toppings to make it even better!
Lemon Garlic Pork Chops - Thick pork chops marinated in lemon and garlic, and then seared to perfection. Lots of flavor, and super juicy pork chops in minutes!
Teriyaki Chicken Noodle Bowls - an easy homemade teriyaki sauce with tender pieces of chicken and noodles for a delicious and easy dinner!
Slow Cooker Pork Roast - crock pot season is here, and it is time for pure comfort food! Super easy pork roast for any night of the week.
Honey Teriyaki Chicken Bowls - dinner does not get much easier than this! Pieces of tender chicken cooked in a slightly sweet honey teriyaki sauce and served over rice.
Baked Chicken Parmesan with Roasted Broccoli - a healthier version of chicken Parmesan all made on one baking sheet! Super easy, quick and definitely family friendly.
Southwest Baked Chicken - a baked chicken recipe that is ready in no time, with tons of flavor. Just 4 ingredients and dinner is done!
Garlic Tomato Baked Chicken - This is a super easy chicken recipe! Baked chicken in a garlic butter with an Italian tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese! Great for easy weeknight dinners or even entertaining!
Easy Baked Ravioli - Just a few simple ingredients for a super easy, cheesy, and delicious dinner recipe the whole family will love.
Easy Baked Ravioli - Just a few simple ingredients for a super easy, cheesy, and delicious dinner recipe the whole family will love.
Super easy Asian noodles mixed with a creamy peanut butter sauce with bell peppers and carrots.
Creamy Thai shrimp pasta all cooked in one pot.
Honey Dijon Chicken - a healthy moist chicken cutlet that is coated with a honey dijon sauce. Ready in minutes, and great for any night of the week.
Chow Mein Noodles with Chicken is an easy recipe to get dinner on the table in minutes. So much better than take out in the same amount of time.
Chicken Lo Mein - make your own take out at home with this super easy Chinese chicken lo mein recipe. Full of lots of veggies, 20 minutes, and dinner is done!
Italian Stuffed Chicken - chicken breasts rolled up with pesto, tomatoes, and cheese! Then baked until crispy and delicious, a great family dinner.
Barbecue Chicken Stuffed French Bread - French bread stuffed with chicken, barbecue sauce and plenty of cheese!! Crispy and delicious chicken dinner!
Crispy Chicken Cordon Bleu – thin pieces of chicken with slices of Swiss cheese and sliced ham. Roll them up and dip in bread crumbs for a super crispy crust.
Crispy Baked Shrimp - get all the crispiness of fried shrimp in a quick and easy healthy way. Super crunchy, ready in minutes, and delicious!
Italian Turkey Cutlets - thick pieces of turkey seared and topped with pesto, tomatoes, and melty cheese. Ready in 15 minutes, and great any night o
Instant Pot Salsa Verde Chicken - make chicken in just minutes using the instant pot. Super tender, juicy, and tons of flavor.
Lemon Turkey Cutlets – a healthy dinner that is ready in 15 minutes! Turkey or Chicken cutlets in tangy lemon sauce are prefect any night of the week.
Chicken Pesto Pasta - a quick and easy creamy pasta with chicken, tomatoes, and pesto. Great for busy weeknights or when you want easy comfort food.
Slow Cooker Italian Beef – use your crock pot to make these super tender Italian Beef Sandwiches. Cooks all day in great spices, for a tender and flavorful dinner.
Texas Chili Recipe – An easy weeknight version of Texas Chili. Hearty, comforting, and definitely a crowd pleaser.
Tuscan Chicken Recipe - a super easy, one pan chicken recipe. Tons of great flavors, healthy, and delicious!
Creamy Tuscan Chicken Pasta - a super easy chicken pasta recipe that you can make any night of the week. Simple ingredients, just a few minutes, and dinner is done.
Chicken Enchilada Chili - a favorite mexican dinner gets turned into a 20 minute warm and comforting chili! Great for any night of the week.
Tortilla Soup - Slightly spicy, full of Mexican flavors and great for cooler weather.
Creamy Mushroom Pasta – a luscious and creamy mushroom sauce tossed with pasta. Ready in just minutes so it is perfect for busy weeknights!
Taco Sloppy Joes - homemade sloppy Joes just got a Mexican makeover! Seasoned with taco seasoning, chilies and topped with cheese make them perfect for any night of the week!
Quick Chicken Curry Recipe – an easy Indian chicken curry you can make in minutes, even on your busiest night!
Chicken Pot Pie Noodles - a fun twist on classic chicken pot pie using noodles! Comes together in minutes so it is perfect for quick weeknight meals.
Combine two of your favorites; taco and burgers into one quick, easy, and healthy dinner!
Crispy Pork Cutlet - tender boneless pork chops breaded and pan fried to crispy perfection. Served with a salad for a delicious meal any night of the week.
Sheet Pan Pork Tenderloin - tender and juicy pork tenderloin with Brussels sprouts, roasted potatoes and topped with a Dijon herb vinaigrette. Ready quickly, super easy, and so good!
Sheet Pan Chicken with Roasted Potatoes - an easy chicken dinner all made on one sheet pan. Roast chicken and potatoes topped with an herb and mustard sauce.
Sheet Pan Shrimp Boil - an easy homemade version of a classic shrimp boil, made in the oven. Shrimp, sausage, potatoes, and corn make for one amazing meal!
Sheet Pan Greek Meatballs - Greek flavored meatballs make for an easy dinner. Serve with tzatziki sauce for dipping and pitas to make gyros.
One Pot Pasta with Sausage and Tomatoes - a quick and easy one pot pasta. Everything is cooked in one pot, and dinner is on the table in 20 minutes!
One Pan Pizza Chicken - get all the flavor of pizza in a one pan chicken dinner! Super easy recipe to get you through those tough weeknights.
One Pan Spicy Garlic Shrimp - dinner is ready in 15 minutes, with this super flavorful, a little spicy, garlic shrimp recipe.
One Pan Cheesy Sausage Pasta - get dinner on the table with these easy pasta recipe. Just one pan, 20 minutes, and you are done!
Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff Recipe – this super easy beef stroganoff recipe uses ground beef to make it quick, easy, and budget friendly. It comes together with mushrooms in a delicious and creamy sauce.
Beef Burrito Skillet - Mix up your taco night with this one pan meal that tastes like a beef burrito in a pan! Top with your favorite taco toppings!
Pizza Pasta Skillet – turn pizza night into a 20 minute, super easy pasta dinner that everyone will go crazy for.
This Mexican rice skillet is a one pot meal you'll make again and again. Especially because you can make it in under 30 minutes!
Sausage and Rice Skillet - smoked sausage and rice come together in one pan for a delicious and easy dinner. Ready in just minutes, so perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
Cheesy Skillet Chili Mac - Two comfort foods come together in a one skillet dinner the whole family will love. Plus it is ready in only 20 minutes!
Taco Pasta Skillet - All the flavors of taco night in a one pan meal, ready in 20 minutes! Homemade version of taco Hamburger Helper, with just a few staple ingredients.
Sausage Pasta Skillet is a quick and easy one pot meal the whole family will love. Creamy, cheesy, sausage pasta dinner.
Pierogies Sausage Skillet - take a little shortcut from the store and turn pierogies into a quick and easy hearty meal with your favorite smoked sausage.