35 Quick and Easy Main Dishes for Busy Weeknights
Busy nights call for quick, no-fuss meals that still deliver big on flavor! These easy main dishes are here to save the day, helping you whip up a delicious dinner in no time. From crispy air fryer chicken to cheesy casseroles and hearty one-pot wonders, these recipes make weeknight cooking a breeze—without skimping on taste. Why settle for takeout when you can have a home-cooked meal on the table in minutes? Say goodbye to mealtime stress and check out all 35 recipes—you just might find your new weeknight favorite!
Original Tater Tot Hotdish
This authentic original tater tot hotdish recipe stays true to its Midwestern roots, combining simple, hearty ingredients in a way that has stood the test of time.
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Spicy Honey Chicken Recipe
Make this 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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Seasoned Ground Meat Taco Recipe
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!
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Easy Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken
Easy to make baked lemon pepper chicken is a flavorful and healthy dish that combines the zesty brightness of lemon, mellow baked garlic, and the slightly spicy taste of black pepper.
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Pan-Seared Tilapia With Lemon Butter
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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5-Ingredient Cheese Quesadillas Homemade Recipe
Cheesy, crispy, and perfectly golden! Learn how to make homemade cheese quesadillas your whole family will love. It’s easy with this step-by-step guide.
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Cheesy French Onion Chicken Casserole
Savory chicken thighs, caramelized onions, beefy broth, and gooey provolone cheese come together in this French Onion Chicken Casserole!
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Easy Sweet Potato Pasta With Creamy Sauce
This creamy sweet potato pasta recipe is made with smooth silken tofu, milk, and sweet potatoes for a rich, velvety sauce.
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Crockpot Turkey Breast Recipe And Stuffing
Juicy and tender turkey breast with this simple crockpot recipe. Perfect for weeknights or as an easy Thanksgiving option with stuffing!
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Taco Mac And Cheese Recipe
Make fusion with Taco Mac and Cheese! Creamy, cheesy goodness meets spicy taco flavors, perfect for family meals or parties.
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Easy Spaghetti Sauce Recipe
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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Sliced Herb Crusted Beef Sirloin Tip Roast Recipe
Herb Crusted Beef Sirloin Tip Roast is coated in a homemade spice rub and roasted in the oven. Perfect for a cozy dinner or feeding a crowd!
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Creamy Loaded Baked Chicken Potato Casserole
This easy loaded baked chicken potato casserole recipe features baked potatoes, chicken, and seasonings topped with bacon and cheese.
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Southern Low Country Seafood Boil (Instant Pot)
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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How To Cook Melt In The Mouth Roast Beef And Gravy
Let me show you how to cook melt in the mouth roast beef using an Instant Pot Roast Beef and Lots of Gravy recipe.
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Eggplant And Beef Meatballs Recipe
Your family will applaud your dinner when you make this delicious Eggplant and Beef Meatballs Recipe. Easy way to add veggies.
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Crispy Skin Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe (Extra Juicy)
Crispy Skin Air Fryer Chicken Legs Recipe only takes 2 min. prep and you get extra crispy skin on the outside and a juicy bite on the inside.
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Quick & Delicious Instant Pot Pulled Bbq Chicken Recipe
This quick and delicious Instant Pot pulled BBQ chicken recipe is perfect for sandwiches, BBQ plates, or tacos in just 30 minutes.
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Super Tender Pork Ribs; Dry Rub Recipe In The Oven
Get your napkins ready when you make these super tender pork ribs with a sweet maple dry rub in your oven. Easy and perfect every time.
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Spicy Thai Chicken Recipe
This 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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Cheesy Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs Recipe
Cheesy Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs recipe is a twist on the classic dish. Italian chicken meatballs in marinara topped with melted cheese.
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Easy Baked Turkey Pasta Casserole
This turkey pasta casserole is a crowd-pleaser, combining juicy turkey and creamy sauce in an easy one-pan meal. Great for busy weeknights.
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Easy Turkey Bolognese Recipe
A spin on a classic bolognese sauce cooks up with ground turkey meat instead of beef or pork. requires only 10-15 minutes of hands-on time.
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In A Snap No Bake Shepherd’s Pie Recipe
No bake shepherd’s pie takes under 30 minutes from stove to table. Budget-friendly ingredients and satisfies even the hungriest eaters.
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Curried Coconut Chicken
Curried Coconut chicken is a sweet and spicy exotic-tasting dish that is an easy, crowd pleasing one pan meal.
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Turkey Wings With Gravy
Smothered With Rich Gravy Turkey Wings Made In A Crock Pot incredibly simple to make and guarantees tender, flavorful turkey wings.
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Chicken And Rice Casserole Recipe
Creamy chicken and rice casserole with coconut milk, jasmine rice, and savory herbs. Juicy chicken and creamy rice will become a favorite.
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Easy Chicken and Stuffing Recipe
This simple chicken and stuffing crockpot with 4 ingredients is the perfect easy dinner that only takes 5 minutes to prep.
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Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken Recipe
This easy-to-make Texas Roadhouse Herb Crusted Chicken recipe is so flavorful. It cooks up juicy on the inside with a perfect seared herb crust on the outside.
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Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti (Slow Cooker)
Cheesy Rotel Chicken Spaghetti is a creamy, slow-cooked dish with tender chicken, melty cheese, and a little spice. Perfect for busy weeknights!
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Ham And Cheese Croissants With Honey Mustard
Easily make a big batch of ham and cheese croissants for a crowd! Enjoy warm, melty sandwiches with a honey-poppy seed glaze.
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Smoky Sofritas Chipotle Copycat Recipe
Skip the takeout and recreate iconic sofritas Chipotle at home! This smoky, spicy, and tangy vegan dish is ready in just 20 minutes.
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Rich And Hearty Instant Pot Vegetable Stew
This Instant Pot vegetable stew is easy to prepare and packed with tender vegetables in a rich hearty broth.
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Orange Chicken Recipe
Orange Chicken couldn’t be more flavorful and easy to make. Move over take out menu, this is full of savory & orange citrus flavors, topped with sesame seeds & scallions.
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Juicy Quick Browned Oven Roasted Pork Tenderloin
Skillet browned roasted pork tenderloin that’s finished in the oven creates a caramelized crust and the juiciest interior. This method for oven roasted pork tenderloin with pears is one of the best ways to cook a tenderloin.
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Grandma’s Best Kept Secret: 39 Slow Cooker Recipes for Pure Comfort
Sometimes, the best recipes are the ones passed down through generations, kept as a family secret until now! These collection of 39 slow cooker recipes is your go-to collection for hearty, home-cooked meals that bring warmth to the table with minimal effort. From White Chicken Chili to Slow Cooker Chicken Gnocchi Soup and Crockpot Pork Chops, each dish is loaded with comforting flavors and easy-to-follow steps. Don’t miss out—check out all recipes and discover your new favorite go-to meal! Get All The Recipes: Grandma’s Best Kept Secret: 39 Slow Cooker Recipes for Pure Comfort