Hungry? Try These 20 Quick and Easy Dinner Fixes

Quick and easy dinner recipes are perfect for busy nights when you need something great without spending hours in the kitchen. These are meals anyone can whip up, making dinner a breeze while still feeling like you’ve got things handled. Whether it’s a weeknight rush or just a chill evening, you’ll love how simple and satisfying these ideas are.

Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

A plate of stuffed pepper casserole with rice, ground meat, and red bell peppers garnished with chopped parsley, served with a fork next to a skillet of the same dish. — Ground Beef And Rice Skillet. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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Busy weeknights are the perfect time for quick and easy meals like this Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner. With fluffy rice, hearty ground beef, and flavorful peppers and onions, it’s a simple dish packed with great taste.
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Whole Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken

A whole roasted chicken seasoned with herbs sits in a skillet, garnished with fresh thyme. Lemon slices are visible in the background. — Lemon Pepper Roasted Chicken. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Looking to add some flavor to your weeknight dinner? This Roasted Lemon Pepper Chicken is as easy as it gets. With minimal prep and the oven doing most of the work, you’ll have tender, juicy chicken ready in about an hour—perfect for feeding the family.
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Caesar Salad with Bacon and Ranch

A plate of lettuce with bacon and cheese. — Bacon Wedge Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Keep it simple with this classic Caesar Salad. It's a refreshing option for summer dinners, featuring bacon and ranch dressing. This easy recipe delivers maximum flavor without any fuss.
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Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

A white plate with crock pot pork chops and mushrooms and sauce on it. — Crock Pot Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Wow, your family with these Crock Pot Pork Chops and Gravy! The best part? Your slow cooker does all the heavy lifting. Just throw everything in and let it work its magic. By dinnertime, you’ll have a restaurant-quality meal with no effort at all.
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BBQ Green Beans

BBQ green bean casseroles. — BBQ Green Beans. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Hey, green bean lovers! This recipe is incredibly simple to prepare. Tender beans, flavorful bits of smoky ham, and sweet onions are tossed in a zesty sauce that makes a tasty side dish.
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Meatball Pasta Bake

A casserole dish with meatballs and pasta. — Meatball And Pasta Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Want an incredibly easy dinner trick that will make you feel like a kitchen pro? Try this Meatball Pasta Bake! It’s super simple to make. Just throw everything in one pan, pop it in the oven, and before you know it, dinner is served! Picture juicy meatballs, gooey cheese, and pasta all coming together perfectly. Enjoy!
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BBQ Chicken Sliders

A plate with pulled chicken sliders on buns, a bowl of coleslaw, and a bowl of pulled chicken. — Honey BBQ Chicken Sliders. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Ditch the fancy dinners—these Crockpot BBQ Chicken Sliders are your new BFF! Imagine juicy, BBQ-soaked chicken piled onto sweet Hawaiian rolls topped with crunchy coleslaw—all thanks to your trusty crockpot.
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Ranch Pasta Salad with Bacon

Pasta salad with peas and ham in a glass bowl. — Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Creamy and flavorful, this Ranch Pasta Salad with Bacon is ready in just 30 minutes. Perfect for potlucks or weekend dinners, it's loaded with deliciousness in every bite.
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

Two cheeseburgers with lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices on a wooden board, with toasted top buns and a side of French fries. — Skillet Cheeseburgers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Get out of the daily grind and make this recipe! Fire up the skillet for a burger upgrade with these Cast-Iron Skillet Burgers. Juicy patties sizzling to perfection, topped with melty cheese and all the classic fixings—forget the drive-thru and enjoy these mouthwatering burgers right at home.
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Rainbow Salad

A colorful salad on a white plate with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella balls, olives, corn, shredded carrots, and arugula. A smaller bowl of arugula, yellow pepper, and utensils are nearby. — Rainbow Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Are you savoring a bowl of vibrant veggies? Our Rainbow Veggie Salad, crafted from fresh garden produce, is a feast for the eyes and the palate! Bursting with a lively assortment of crunchy vegetables, it's just as enjoyable to admire as it is to devour.
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Chicken and Corn Noodle Soup

A close-up of a spoonful of chunky chicken noodle soup with carrots, corn, noodles, and herbs in a white bowl. — Chicken and Corn Noodle Soup. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Warm up with this homemade Chicken and Corn Noodle Soup. Packed with flavor, tender egg noodles, and vegetables, it's the ultimate comfort food. This easy recipe ensures maximum flavor with every spoonful.
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Baked Sweet Potatoes with Apples & Cranberries

Spoonful of baked sweet potato slices with apples — Baked Sweet Potato Slices. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Elevate your side dish game with these baked sweet potato slices, accompanied by sweet apples and tart cranberries for a simple, tasty, and healthy addition to your festive fare.
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Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta

Plate of spaghetti with creamy sauce, cherry tomatoes, and basil leaves on a wooden table, accompanied by a fork. — Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta. Photo credit: Running to the Kitchen.

Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired dinner with this Lemon Feta Spinach Pasta. Lemon adds a fresh pop to this vegetarian dish. Top it with your favorite protein for a heartier meal!
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Italian Meatloaf

Sliced meatloaf topped with marinara sauce and herbs in a pink round dish, surrounded by green peppers, cheese, and spices on a white surface. — Italian Meatloaf. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you're looking for a meatball flavor in a meatloaf format, this Italian meatloaf is ideal. It's meaty and cheesy and paired with marinara.
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Stuffed Caprese Chicken Hasselback

Baked chicken breasts topped with slices of tomato, mozzarella, and basil leaves on a baking sheet. — Stuffed Caprese Chicken Hasselback. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Looking for an easy, low carb delicious chicken dinner? Try this delicious Hasselback chicken recipe, which features juicy chicken breast stuffed with tomatoes and mozzarella. This hasselback chicken is an easy meal done in no time.
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Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole

A baked casserole in a white dish, topped with melted cheese and garnished with fresh parsley. — Cracker Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating

The Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole Recipe enriched with broccoli, bacon, and ranch is a great one-pot meal for the whole family to enjoy. Put together in just a few minutes, and this creamy deliciousness will be your family favorite.
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Kung Pao Chicken

This kung pao chicken is just like what you get at your favorite Chinese takeout restaurant. Tender bits of chicken, crunchy peanuts, a salty-sweet sauce, and a hit of spice all come together to make one delicious dish.
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Ground Beef Tacos

Three hard shell tacos filled with seasoned ground beef, shredded cheese, lettuce, and diced tomatoes on a wooden surface. — Ground Beef Tacos. Photo credit: Honest and Truly.

Who doesn’t love Taco Tuesday? This awesome recipe for tasty ground beef is a fun way to mix things up. It’s super quick and easy to whip up—just like your regular ground beef tacos—but the flavor is way better!
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Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak

Marinated grilled meat, sliced and on a platter. — Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Orange Jalapeno Flat Iron Steak has tender, juicy steak marinated in a sweet, spicy, and sticky sauce. The kick of jalapeno and the zing of orange make it a fun dish to serve up for dinner.
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Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot

Pork tenderloin on a cutting board next to a slow cooker. — Slow Cooker Pork Loin in Crock Pot. Photo credit: Little Bit Recipes.

Discover crock pot magic with this slow cooker pork loin that melts in your mouth. You'll get the most delicious and tender meat using this foolproof recipe.
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