Dinner
50 min
Lunch
15 min
Dinner
30 min
Dinner
30 min
Snacks & Appetizers
13 min
Dinner
22 min
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260 min
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550 min
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380 min
Dinner
185 min
DinnerServe this homemade chili when a warm, filling dinner is needed for the table. Ground beef, kidney beans, peppers, and smoky spices simmer into a thick, saucy bowl, while a small amount of baking soda mellows the tomatoes and gives the finished chili a smoother, more balanced flavor.
35 min
DinnerDone in 30 minutes with one 9×9 baking dish, this dumpling bake keeps weeknight cleanup short and uses frozen dumplings straight from the freezer. The dumplings steam under foil in a creamy coconut milk and Thai red curry sauce with bok choy, turning out tender, sweet-savory, and spicy.
30 min
DinnerChoose small, even baby potatoes with firm skins; their thin slices cover the chilli more completely than larger potatoes and absorb the sauce below. This Chilli Beef Hotpot layers spiced minced beef, kidney beans, and tomatoes under potatoes that turn tender with lightly crisp edges.
85 min
DinnerChoose a 4- to 4 1/2-pound roasting chicken for meat that cooks alongside the vegetables without drying out. This garlic herb butter roast chicken is a one-pan meal of lemony, tender chicken with crisp, golden skin and earthy potatoes, carrots, turnips, and shallots.
120 min
Side DishesBring this roasted potato salad to a potluck or set it beside veggie burgers. Crisp-edged gold potatoes are tossed with a creamy mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, and lemon dressing, then finished with cucumber, green onion, fresh dill, parsley, and salted pistachios for cool freshness and nutty crunch.
50 min
LunchBring this salad to a cookout or pack it for lunch. Fiesta Mango Quinoa Salad combines fluffy quinoa, black beans, sweet mango, corn, and crisp vegetables with a tangy chili-lime dressing for a colorful, hearty bowl.
25 min
DinnerRoasting the honey-coated salmon in a single layer lets its surface brown, while the brief broil crisps the cubes without changing the tender center for a sticky, lightly charred finish. These honey glazed salmon bowls layer sweet-spicy salmon over brown rice with creamy avocado, crunchy cucumber, and a paprika mayo drizzle.
30 min
DinnerChoose boneless, skinless chicken thighs trimmed of visible fat for chicken that stays tender as the pineapple-soy glaze turns sticky. This Hawaiian-inspired chicken poke bowl layers that caramelized chicken with rice, fresh pineapple, avocado, crisp vegetables, and spicy mayo.
35 min
DinnerFor a family dinner that feels like drive-thru night at home, these copycat Chick-Fil-A nuggets bring crisp, golden chicken to the table. A pickle juice marinade adds tang, while confectioners’ sugar in the breading gives each bite the lightly sweet flavor noted in the original.
50 min
DinnerChoose smoked kielbasa or andouille with a robust, smoky character; its browned edges give this Instant Pot jambalaya much of its depth. This one-pot chicken, sausage, rice, and tomato dinner has tender grains and a warmly seasoned, hearty finish.
22 min
DinnerGradual additions of hot stock let Arborio rice release starch without flooding the pan, producing a creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Risotto with separate, al dente grains. Butter and grated Parmesan finish the rice with a rich, salty texture, while spinach and basil wilt in at the end.
40 min
LunchReady in 15 minutes, this garlic bread grilled cheese turns a short list of staples into two crisp, buttery sandwiches. Fresh garlic, parsley, and Pecorino Romano flavor the outside, while American cheese melts into a creamy center. A medium skillet is all it takes.
15 min
DinnerThese Chicken Parmesan Sliders fit a weeknight plan with 10 minutes of prep and 25 minutes of baking. Cooked breaded chicken, thick marinara, mozzarella, and Parmesan turn 12 slider rolls into crisp-topped sandwiches with a gooey cheese layer.
55 min
DinnerPrep this slow-cooker chicken as a batch, keeping the angel hair pasta separate until serving or packing. Tender chicken holds in a creamy, buttery sauce flavored with Italian dressing mix, garlic, cream of chicken soup, broth, and cream cheese, ready for noodles, rice, or potatoes.
260 min
DinnerDinner is largely hands-off after a 20-minute prep and a quick skillet sear. These slow cooker short ribs cook until fall-apart tender in a beef broth, balsamic or Worcestershire, tomato paste, and herb sauce, with carrots added near the end. The long cook does the tenderizing while the active work stays at the start.
380 min
DinnerChoose large boneless chicken breasts so they can be split into four thin cutlets; the smaller pieces cook evenly while staying juicy. This Parmesan crusted chicken pairs freshly grated Parmesan with panko for a golden, crisp coating around tender chicken. It is ready in just 30 minutes.
30 min
DinnerSet this casserole on for a family dinner when you want a hands-off main dish. Frozen cheddar pierogies and sliced kielbasa cook in chicken broth, then finish with a creamy cream-cheese sauce and melted cheddar for tender, cheesy spoonfuls with smoky sausage throughout.
370 min
Snacks & AppetizersChoose firm, tart green Granny Smith apples with unbruised skin; their crisp chunks balance the soft caramel center in these easy caramel apple bites. Each toothpick snack pairs a lemon-bright apple piece with a warmed Rolo on a mini pretzel for sweet-salty crunch.
13 min
DinnerFor a family dinner or a sandwich spread, this slow cooker BBQ beef brisket becomes tender shredded beef with a paprika-thyme crust and barbecue sauce. The brisket cooks fat side up in water with liquid smoke and Worcestershire sauce, then returns to the cooker for a final 30 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
550 min
DinnerPrep a batch of this baked ranch chicken for lunches by coating and baking six thin chicken breasts, then portioning them with rice and vegetables. The panko, ranch seasoning, sharp cheddar, and Parmesan create a crisp, golden crust around moist chicken.
50 min
DinnerFor a weeknight dinner, Lemon Chicken Gnocchi brings pan-fried chicken cutlets and shelf-stable potato gnocchi together in one skillet. Fresh lemon juice brightens a creamy Parmesan sauce, while spinach wilts into the thickened sauce for a complete, comforting plate.
30 min
DinnerSet up this four-serving slow cooker dinner in a prep routine by chopping the vegetables and whisking the sauce the night before, then adding the chicken and cooking when needed. Slow Cooker Peanut Chicken holds tender chicken in Thai-inspired peanut sauce, with sweet red pepper, lime, and cilantro for a bright finish.
185 min
Snacks & AppetizersThese Miracle Peanut Butter Cookies are a family favorite, made with just five simple ingredients. The cookies have a rich peanut butter flavor and a wonderfully chewy texture, making them perfect for snacking or dessert. Great for kids and adults alike, they are easy to whip up, whether for an after-school treat or a late-night craving. Plus, they require no flour, making them a unique twist on a classic recipe.
20 min
DinnerCooking the asparagus in butter before the salmon gives the spears time to turn tender while keeping them short of soft. This one-pan keto salmon and asparagus pairs buttery fish, crisp-tender spears, warm pan drippings, and a bright final squeeze of lemon.
15 min
Dinner
25 min
