10 Easy 30-Minute Dinners
These easy 30-minute dinners will you get a flavorful dinner on the table in no time (even on the craziest of days).
The next time you want to banish weeknight meal prep chaos, try one of these yummy dinner ideas that are ready in 30 minutes (or less).
Creamy Mushroom Chicken
We’re obsessed with this chicken that’s pan-fried and then simmered with mushrooms in a creamy sauce. Everything cooks in the same skillet for easy cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Mushroom Chicken
Cheeseburger Tacos
Change up taco night, and make cheeseburger tacos instead of traditional tacos. You can add your favorite burger toppings to make them even more delicious. Plus, they’re ready in just 15 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Tacos
Lemon Chicken Orzo
This simple dinner consists of Orzo pasta mixed with tender pieces of chicken in a creamy lemon sauce. It’s a quick and easy dinner idea the family won’t be able to get enough of.
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Sausage Stuffed Pepper Skillet
The perfect weeknight dinner idea, this skillet meal is made with a mixture of rice, cheese, Italian sausage, fire-roasted tomatoes, and sliced peppers. Plus, it’s made in just one pan.
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French Onion Chicken
Pair this French onion chicken with your favorite sides, and you’ll have a filling dinner ready to go in 30 minutes. It’s a meal that will make your taste buds happy.
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Sesame Shrimp
This breaded shrimp is covered in a flavorful sauce and then topped with sesame seeds. Save money ordering takeout and make this dish instead.
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Black Bean Tostadas
These 20-minute tostadas are made with black beans, onions, avocado, and veggies. Top the tostadas with some salsa and Mexican crema for the perfect meal.
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Salisbury Steak
Salisbury steak has always been a dinner favorite, and it’s quick and easy to make. You can pair it with veggies and potatoes for a filling meal.
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Chicken Pesto Pasta
Chicken, bowtie pasta, and cherry tomatoes get tossed in a tasty pesto sauce to make this dish. This pasta is so filling on its own that it doesn’t even need a side to go with it.
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Taco Spaghetti
This 20-minute recipe is great for spaghetti night when you want something a little different. It’s easy to make in one pot and a fun family dinner.
Get the Recipe: Taco Spaghetti