21 Quick Recipes for When Time’s Not on Your Side

No time on your side? These quick dinners are the answer. With 21 fast and flavorful recipes—from skillet meals to no-fuss bites—you’ll have something tasty on the table in no time. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a last-minute craving, these recipes include tasty sandwiches, casseroles, fast fix desserts and snacks, and all things good that keep things simple without skimping on flavor.

Chicken and Biscuits Casserole

A baked casserole dish filled with a creamy pot pie mixture topped with golden brown biscuit pieces, garnished with parsley. The dish includes vegetables such as peas and carrots. — Chicken And Biscuits Casserole. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

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This Chicken and Biscuits Casserole is comfort food on speed. One dish, 30 minutes, and dinner’s sorted. This is one speedy meal that’ll have everyone asking for seconds.
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Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon

A person dipping a chip into a skillet of dip. — Jalapeno Popper Dip With Bacon. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Everyone’s gotta love a good party dip, and this homemade Jalapeno Popper Dip with Bacon is the bomb. It’s a quick and easy fiery fiesta for your taste buds, mixing the heat of jalapenos with the goodness of crispy bacon.
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Ground Beef and Rice Skillet Dinner

A skillet filled with rice and vegetables. — Ground Beef And Rice Skillet. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This Ground Beef and Rice Skillet is a flavor-packed lifesaver. Ready in 20 minutes, it’s the ultimate busy-day dinner solution. You’ll even enjoy the leftovers – if there are any!
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Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies

A group of cookies and chocolate chips. — Small Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Craving cookies? These Small-Batch Chocolate Chip Cookies are your ticket to sweet bliss. Bake up 12 chewy treats in just 30 minutes. They’re perfect for when you have no time to cook but need a chocolatey fix.
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Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls

A plate with two cinnamon rolls and blackberries on it. — Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Transform store-bought crescents into gooey Cinnamon Roll Crescent Rolls. They’re a breeze to make and taste like a cozy hug. Breakfast or dessert? You decide!
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3-Ingredient Strawberry Jam

Strawberry jam in a jar on a plate. — 3-Ingredient Strawberry Jam. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Jam-making made easy with this 3-Ingredient Strawberry Jam. No pectin, no fuss, just pure berry bliss. Spread the love in just 20 minutes!
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Pineapple Coconut Balls

Coconut energy balls on a white plate. — Coconut Pineapple Bites. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Transport your taste buds to the tropics with these Pineapple Coconut Balls. No-bake, no-fuss, just roll and go. Blink, and you’ll have a platter of island-inspired treats!
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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.

This Caesar Salad with Bacon and Ranch is a rebellious twist on a classic. Five ingredients, zero effort, maximum flavor. When you have no time to cook, this salad’s got your back.
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Cast Iron Skillet Burgers

Cheeseburgers on a wood board. — Skillet Hamburgers. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Flip the script on takeout with these Cast-Iron Skillet Burgers. Juicy patties and melty cheese—all in less time than delivery. This is one speedy meal that beats the drive-thru any day.
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Rainbow Salad

A vibrant salad with mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, carrots, corn, olives, and mozzarella balls, drizzled with dressing. Surrounding the salad are additional arugula, bell peppers, and a striped napkin. — Rainbow Salad. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Our Rainbow Veggie Salad is made with garden-fresh produce and is a feast for both your eyes and taste buds! Packed with a vibrant mix of crisp veggies, it’s a colorful salad that is a feast for the eyes.
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Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels

Apricot puff pastry pinwheels on a white trays with a wedge of cheese. — Apricot Pinwheels. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Apricot Parmesan Pinwheels are a flavor rollercoaster. Sweet, savory, and oh-so-pretty. Impress your guests in minutes with this no-sweat appetizer.
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Easy Scrambled Eggs

A plate of scrambled eggs with toast and grapes. — Easy Scrambled Eggs. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Master the art of Easy Scrambled Eggs in no time. Creamy, fluffy, and ready in minutes, these eggs are your breakfast hero when you have no time to cook.
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Pie Crust Tarts

A group of pastries on a cooling rack. — Jam Pie Crust Tarts. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

Turn leftover pie crust into cute Pie Crust Tarts. Fill ’em up with your favorite jam for a quick treat. Blink, and these crispy bites will vanish!
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4-Ingredient Raspberry Sauce

A bowl filled with red berry sauce. A golden spoon is partially submerged in the sauce, resting on the edge of the bowl. — Raspberry Sauce. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This 4-ingredient Raspberry Sauce is pure berry magic. Five minutes to silky, tangy perfection. Drizzle it on everything—we won’t judge!
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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.

Let your Crock Pot do the heavy lifting with these Smothered Pork Chops. Prep in a flash, and come home to dinner. You’ll even enjoy the leftovers (if there are any).
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Meatball & Pasta Bake

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

Looking for a no-fuss meatball casserole? Toss all the ingredients in one pan, give it a good mix, and pop it in the oven for a tasty meal. This pasta recipe is great for busy days when you want a quick dinner fix.
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Chicken Salad With Grapes

Chicken Salad With Grapes is a flavorful, crunchy, and refreshing dish that balances savory and sweet, and trust me, it’s going to become a favorite in your weekly meal rotation. From juicy grapes to crunchy celery and fresh dill, this dish comes together fast using a rotisserie chicken for quick prep.
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Easy Homemade Biscuits

Two freshly baked biscuits on a white cloth with yellow stripes, with more biscuits and condiments blurred in the background. — Homemade Biscuits. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Easy Homemade Biscuits are faster than a trip to the store. Fluffy, buttery, and ready in 30 minutes. This is one speedy meal addition that’ll upgrade any dinner.
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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.

This Ranch Pasta Salad With Bacon is a party in a bowl. It’s creamy, cheesy, and ready in 30 minutes. It’s perfect for potlucks or when you need a quick side dish.
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Overnight Raised Waffles

A stack of waffles with syrup and strawberries on a white plate. — Overnight Raised Waffles. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These Overnight Raised Waffles are worth the wait. Mix, sleep, wake, and waffle. You’ll even enjoy the leftovers as a midnight snack!
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No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake

Strawberries, cake and whipped cream layered in dessert glasses. — No-Bake Strawberry Shortcake. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

These no-bake strawberry shortcakes are a total game-changer with layers of sweet, juicy berries sandwiched between poundcake and whipped cream; all topped off with a swirl of the strawberry-kissed whip. Your oven gets to chill out too. Perfect for those days when you want something sweet but can’t bear to turn up the heat! Just use a store-bought pound cake.
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BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Grilled chicken flatbread pizzas on a marble countertop. — BBQ Chicken Flatbreads. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

This BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza is a weeknight game-changer. Load it up with leftovers for a no-fuss feast. This is one speedy meal that’ll make you forget about delivery.
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Peanut Butter Cup Brownies

Squares of peanut butter brownies. — Peanut Butter Cup Brownies. Photo credit: One Hot Oven.

If you’re seeking instant dessert satisfaction with minimal hassle, these peanut butter cup brownies are the perfect solution! In just 30 minutes, you can enjoy a rich, chocolaty treat made from a boxed brownie mix and peanut butter cups. With this easy recipe, no one will know your box cake mix secret, making it ideal for busy weeknights!
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