If your family is tired of the dinner chaos and you’re fresh out of ideas, you’re in the right place. These 33 quick dinners are here to save your sanity and fill your table with meals everyone will actually look forward to. From creamy clam chowder and pan-seared tilapia to bold Thai chicken and cheesy casseroles, this roundup is packed with flavorful recipes that come together fast—mostly just in minutes. No stress, no fancy ingredients—just real food that’s easy to make and even easier to love.

Quick Pan-Seared Tilapia

tilapia with lemon butter sauce
Quick Pan-Seared Tilapia. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Enjoy this pan-seared tilapia with lemon butter that cooks up in 10 minutes. With a hint of tart lemon, cilantro, and sweet creamy butter.
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Creamy Instant Pot Clam Chowder

A white bowl filled with creamy clam chowder garnished with chopped parsley and several oyster crackers. The bowl is placed on a beige tablecloth, with a speckled white cup and a wooden board with bacon pieces in the background.
Creamy Instant Pot Clam Chowder. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

You can make this rich creamy Instant Pot clam chowder recipe in about 30 minutes. This recipe makes a comforting warm chowder that is full of tender potatoes, carrots, and celery, and loaded with sweet pieces of clams.
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Quick & Flavorful Pulled BBQ Chicken

Instant pot hold barbecue chicken sandwich with Pickles
Quick & Flavorful Pulled BBQ Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This quick and flavorful Instant Pot pulled BBQ chicken recipe is perfect for sandwiches, BBQ plates, or tacos, ready in just 30 minutes and an excellent addition to your dinner recipes.
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30-Minute Taco Mac and Cheese

A white ceramic dish filled with pasta shells mixed with ground beef and diced tomatoes, all coated in a yellow-orange sauce. The dish is placed on a brown cloth.
30-Minute Taco Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you’re looking for a new Mexican-themed dish, I want to share this Taco Mac and Cheese Recipe with you. The fusion of these two classic favorites provides a variety of flavors, from the creamy delight of mac and cheese to the spicy kick of taco seasoning and the freshness of the toppings.
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Creamy Sweet Potato Pasta Recipe

A white bowl filled with creamy pasta topped with grated cheese, featuring fusilli, spinach, and red bell peppers. There is a fork beside the bowl and another small bowl of cheese in the background on a marble surface.
Creamy Sweet Potato Pasta Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Enjoy serving this creamy sweet potato pasta recipe that is made with smooth silken tofu, milk, and sweet potatoes for a rich, velvety sauce. Perfect for weeknight meals or special celebrations!
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Juicy Thai Chicken Spicy Recipe

thai chicken with coconut on it.
Juicy Thai Chicken Spicy Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Zesty spicy Thai chicken recipe cooks up juicy, flavored packed chicken breasts in 30 minutes for an easy weeknight meal everyone will love.
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Savory Sofritas Chipotle Copycat Recipe

A bowl of Mexican-style food with white rice, black beans, seasoned tofu, cherry tomatoes, lettuce, and guacamole, garnished with cilantro. A fork rests on the edge, and a striped napkin is nearby.
Savory Sofritas Chipotle Copycat Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

In just about 20 minutes, you’ll have a savory tofu dish that’s perfect for bowls, burritos, tacos, or salads. So, why wait in line? Skip the takeout and get ready to serve up sofritas so good, your family might not believe you made it yourself. (It’ll be our little secret!)
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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe (Extra Juicy)

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Easy Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe (Extra Juicy). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

The whole family will enjoy this Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Leg Recipe for a quick and easy dinner. It only takes 2 minutes to prepare before you start cooking in your air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Easy Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe (Extra Juicy)

Easy Southern Low Country Seafood Boil

Lowcountry boil made in an instant pot crab legs potatoes and corn
Easy Southern Low Country Seafood Boil. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Easy Southern Instant Pot Low Country Boil recipe takes under 10 min. of prep time & turns out a slightly spicy, very juicy one-pot dinner.
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Quick and Easy Shepherd’s Pie (No Bake)

single serving shepards pie with mashed potatoes and cheese on top in a small cast iron skillet
Quick and Easy Shepherd’s Pie (No Bake)e. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This no-bake shepherd’s pie can be ready in under 30 minutes from stove to table, featuring budget-friendly ingredients that will satisfy even the hungriest eaters, making it an ideal choice for your dinner recipes.
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Easy Toscana Zuppa Soup Copycat Recipe

Olive Garden Zuppa soup
Easy Toscana Zuppa Soup Copycat Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This beloved copycat recipe for Zuppa Toscana Soup made in the Instant Pot is brimming with creamy potatoes, zesty Italian sausage, and fresh kale, making it a fantastic addition to your collection of dinner recipes.
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French Onion Pork Chops Skillet Recipe

A skillet filled with melted cheese, caramelized onions, and savory sauce. A wooden spoon held above the skillet drips sauce onto the cheesy surface, highlighting a rich, hearty dish.
French Onion Pork Chops Skillet Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

French Onion Pork Chops are a savory, cheesy, one-pan meal that’s perfect for family dinners and gatherings. Made with juicy pork chops, caramelized onions, and a rich sauce, this dish brings warmth and flavor to your table. Try this easy, crowd-pleasing recipe today!
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Sweet and Spicy Honey Chicken Recipe

honey dripping on chicken
Sweet and Spicy Honey Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make this super easy sweet and spicy honey chicken recipe for a quick weeknight dinner in less than 20 minutes. It’s sure to become a family favorite.
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Creamy & Cheesy Mexican Casserole

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Creamy & Cheesy Mexican Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Mexican Casserole Recipe is a cheesy, comforting dish that’s quick to make and crowd-pleasing. Made with seasoned ground beef, creamy enchilada sauce, corn, beans, and tortilla chips, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or group gatherings.
Get the Recipe: Creamy & Cheesy Mexican Casserole

Rich And Hearty Vegetable Stew

A white bowl filled with a hearty vegetable stew. The stew contains chunks of potatoes, carrots, green beans, celery, and chickpeas in a rich, tomato-based broth. A piece of pita bread is partially visible on the left side of the image.
Rich And Hearty Vegetable Stew. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Instant Pot vegetable stew is a breeze to prepare and brimming with tender vegetables simmered in a rich, hearty broth, making it a perfect addition to your collection of dinner recipes.
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Cheesy French Onion Chicken Casserole Recipe

A rectangular white baking dish filled with a baked dish featuring caramelized onions, melted cheese, and herbs in a rich brown sauce. The dish is set on a wooden board with a yellow cloth beside it.
Cheesy French Onion Chicken Casserole Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This French Onion Chicken Casserole is packed with savory flavor, featuring juicy boneless, skinless chicken thighs smothered in caramelized onions and topped with melty provolone cheese. It’s an easy, comforting dish perfect for weeknight dinners!
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Indian Toor Dal (Instant Pot)

toor dol instant pot in a bowl with rice
Indian Toor Dal (Instant Pot). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Toor Dal Instant Pot Recipe is an easy Indian recipe made with yellow split pigeon peas, aromatic spices all cooked in an Instant Pot.
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Seasoned Taco Ground Meat Recipe

A skillet with cooked ground beef mixed with diced tomatoes, stirred with a wooden spoon. Nearby are bowls of shredded cheese, salsa, and jalapeños on a wooden board. A striped cloth napkin is partially visible.
Seasoned Taco Ground Meat Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Taco night just got even better! This ground meat taco recipe is quick, easy, and packed with bold flavors the whole family will love. No premade taco seasoning is needed with this festive blend of seasonings; your tocos just got better than ever!
Get the Recipe: Seasoned Taco Ground Meat Recipe

Eggplant And Beef Meatballs Recipe

egg plant meatballs
Eggplant And Beef Meatballs Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Your family will applaud your dinner when you make this delicious and healthy Eggplant and Beef Meatballs Recipe. Super easy way to add veggies on a recipe.
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Creamy Beef Stroganoff With Ground Beef

A white oval dish filled with creamy beef stroganoff pasta. The dish contains wide noodles, sliced mushrooms, and a creamy sauce, garnished with fresh parsley. A striped napkin is partially visible on the side.
Creamy Beef Stroganoff With Ground Beef. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This beef stroganoff with ground beef is a creamy, budget-friendly comfort meal that comes together in just 35 minutes. Made with simple pantry staples, it’s perfect for feeding a family or serving a crowd without breaking the bank.
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Crockpot Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

A fork lifts spaghetti with meat sauce from a green plate. The pasta is topped with a rich, chunky tomato meat sauce, suggesting a hearty meal. A red and white striped cloth is partially visible in the background.
Crockpot Meaty Spaghetti Sauce. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

You need to try this spaghetti sauce creamy crock pot recipe! It’s a rich, protein-packed, and comforting blend of ground beef, velvety cottage cheese, and tangy tomato sauce. Slow-cooked to perfection, it creates deep, hearty flavors in every bite, perfect for an easy, make-ahead meal.
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Best Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken

A rectangular dish contains baked lemon chicken fillets, topped with lemon slices and herbs. The chicken is glazed with a sauce, and the dish is set on a yellow and white checkered cloth.
Best Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Baked lemon pepper chicken is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the zesty brightness of lemon, mellow baked garlic, and slightly spicy taste of black pepper. This savory main dish recipe is a delightful addition to your family dinner, summer barbecues, and other special occasions.
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Ham and Cheese Croissants with Honey Mustard

A plate of golden-brown croissant sandwiches filled with ham and melted cheese. The croissants are sprinkled with poppy seeds. A blue and white striped cloth is partially visible on the side.
Ham and Cheese Croissants with Honey Mustard. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This ham and cheese croissants recipe is perfect for a party or big family gathering. Start by whipping up a quick homemade honey mustard in just 2 minutes. Then, assemble the croissants on a large sheet pan, toast them in the oven, and enjoy warm, melty sandwiches topped with a honey-poppy seed glaze.
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Easy Baked Turkey Pasta

A bowl of colorful pasta salad featuring fusilli, peas, diced tomatoes, and chunks of chicken, garnished with fresh basil leaves. The meal is set on a woven cloth with a fork and knife in the background.
Easy Baked Turkey Pasta. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This turkey pasta casserole is a crowd-pleaser, combining juicy turkey and creamy sauce in an easy one-pan meal. Great for busy weeknights or to use up holiday leftover turkey.
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Cheesy Baked Parmesan Chicken Meatballs

chicken meatballs and cheese
Cheesy Baked Parmesan Chicken Meatballs. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Cheesy Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe is a delightful twist on the classic dish. These flavorful meatballs combine ground chicken, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasonings, all nestled in a rich marinara sauce topped with melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a family meal or when entertaining guests. These classic parm meatballs are sure to become a family favorite.
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Herb Crusted Chicken (Texas Roadhouse)

texas roadhouse chicken
Herb Crusted Chicken (Texas Roadhouse). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you’re craving the Texas Roadhouse herb crusted chicken recipe but don’t feel like going out, then you need to make this easy copycat recipe. This easy to make herb crusted chicken recipe is so flavorful and cooks up juicy on the inside with a perfect seared herb crust on the outside.
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Quick Instant Pot Cincinnati Chili

Skyline Chili on top of spaghetti with beans cheese and oyster crackers
Quick Instant Pot Cincinnati Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This homemade copycat recipe for authentic tasting Instant Pot Cincinnati chili will become a quick and easy family favorite. The sweet and savory sauce is spiced with cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, garlic all infused with beef hamburger and tomato sauce.
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Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe

Turkey bolognese recipe on a plate with chili pepper seeds and parmesan in bowls by it.
Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This classic Italian turkey bolognese recipe makes a hearty sauce to serve up with your favorite pasta. Tomatoes are slow cooked with onions, garlic, celery, carrots and lots of fresh herbs for a pasta dinner everyone will love!
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Juicy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipe

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Juicy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Instant Pot shredded chicken is a flavorful and versatile recipe made with chicken breasts, broth, and seasonings. It’s ideal for quick weeknight meals, meal prep, or serving in tacos, sandwiches, and salads. Make it ahead and use it throughout the week for easy, protein-packed dishes.
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Chicken Potato Casserole

A baked casserole in a white dish, featuring diced potatoes topped with melted cheese, crispy bacon, and garnished with fresh parsley. The dish rests on a yellow and white checked cloth.
Chicken Potato Casserole. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This loaded baked chicken potato casserole recipe uses simple ingredients like baked potatoes, chicken, and seasonings. Top it with bacon and cheese, and you’ll have a satisfying meal that offers a flavorful feast in your mouth!
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Tasty Asian Noodles Lao Gan Ma Recipe

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Tasty Asian Noodles Lao Gan Ma Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Asian Noodles Lao Gan Ma is absolutely the best Asian noodle recipe I have ever tried, better than takeout or even some fancy restaurant. The dish has layers of sweet spicy flavors that develop a sauce that you will be willing to lick the pan for.
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Ground Chicken Meatballs with a Creamy Marsala Sauce

A bowl of creamy beef stroganoff is topped with parsley. The dish features golden-brown meatballs drizzled in a rich, brown sauce, resting on a bed of wide, cooked egg noodles. A fork is partially visible, ready to scoop up a bite.
Ground Chicken Meatballs with a Creamy Marsala Sauce. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage

Ground chicken meatballs, coated in a Marsala cream sauce are by far our favorite dinner recipe. A simple dinner that feels decadent with a flavorful cream sauce. Brown the meatballs in a skillet first to create the base for the Marsala sauce. Go ahead and make a double batch and freeze for later.
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Thai Chicken Bites

Plated crispy battered cauliflower coated in a glossy sauce, garnished with sesame seeds, thin carrot sticks, and fresh cilantro. Served on a stylish plate with a blue and white design.
Thai Chicken Bites. Photo credit: Lauren’s Latest

These Thai Chicken Bites are everything you want in a Thai Chicken recipe! Crispy, salty, sweet nuggets of pure joy, and the recipe is pretty simple to make too!
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Praise the Casserole! 21 Church Potlucks That Always Deliver

A white ceramic dish filled with baked crab dip topped with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green herbs. A wooden spoon and a napkin sit nearby on a light surface.
Praise the Casserole! 21 Church Potlucks That Always Deliver. Image credit: Intentional Hospitality

If there’s one dish that always gets praise at a potluck, it’s the mighty casserole! Whether it’s cheesy, creamy, hearty, or packed with flavor, casseroles have a way of bringing people together—especially when there’s a church fellowship involved. This roundup is packed with 21 soul-warming casseroles perfect for feeding a crowd—like cheesy chicken and potato bakes, hearty tater tot hotdishes, and cozy breakfast casseroles. Each one is simple to make, uses everyday ingredients, and is guaranteed to be a hit at your next gathering. Trust us, you’ll want to scroll through and try them all! Get All The Recipes: Praise the Casserole! 21 Church Potlucks That Always Deliver