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A busy day doesn’t have to mean skipping a real dinner — and this list of our favorite quick and easy weeknight dinners proves it.
If you’re anything like me, most weeknights don’t leave a lot of room for anything fancy. Between work, kids’ activities, and just trying to get everyone fed before bedtime, you need dinners that are fast, easy, and — most importantly — recipes your kids will actually eat without a fight.
That’s exactly what this list is. I’ve rounded up some of my favorite recipes, including our One-Pan Cheeseburger Pasta, 20-Minute Pineapple Chicken, and a Ravioli Pizza Bake — the kind of meals I turn to again and again when time is short and everyone’s hungry. Most are kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and use ingredients you probably already have on hand or can grab in one quick grocery run.
Whether you’re looking for some new recipes to add to your rotation or just need some quick and easy weeknight dinners for those nights when the schedule gets away from you, I think you’ll find at least a few here your family will love.
15 Quick and Easy Weeknight Dinners
Craving a quick and tasty dinner that packs a flavorful punch? Then this pineapple chicken is your answer! In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a mouthwatering This Instant Pot pulled BBQ chicken makes the perfect sandwich. We like it with pickles and onions, or try topping it with coleslaw--Carolina-style! Do you love ravioli? Do you also love pizza? If the answer is yes, then this ravioli pizza bake is the perfect meal for you! Are you looking for a quick and easy Asian-inspired meal that's bursting with flavor? Look no further than this instant pot chicken lo mein! Here's a recipe for bow tie pasta alfredo your family will love. Unbelievably, it takes just 20 minutes to make! This recipe is vegetarian, but you can add We love tacos at our house, and we're always looking for new taco recipes. This Easy Crescent Roll Taco Pizza is definitely on the list of our favorite Enjoy all the flavors of classic lasagna in a soup! This Instant Pot lasagna soup has everything you love—savory sauce, melty cheese, and hearty Who's ready for a delicious twist on classic Sloppy Joes that'll knock your socks off? Say hello to Texas Toast Sloppy Joes! Today, I'm sharing a recipe for One-Pot Cheeseburger Pasta--it's the perfect mashup of your favorite all-American flavors! Skip the takeout! This chicken stir fry recipe makes a quick and easy family dinner. It's perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it over rice--or quinoa if you'd like. If you're looking for a quick dinner idea, these Stuffed Texas Toast Pizzas are a crowd-pleaser! Air fryer flatbread pizza is a quick and easy recipe. It's made with air-fried naan bread and any of your favorite toppings. We used goat cheese, Who doesn't love a hobo dinner? This simple meal idea is an old favorite, but we've made it even easier using the air fryer! Pourable pizza dough? Yes! It turns into delicious gluten-free pizza crust! You will love this crazy dough pizza recipe. Keep reading to see how it works. It's that thought that inspired these Pizza Burritos. These have the look of Italian infused Mexican Food with all-Italian flavor.
20-Minute Pineapple Chicken
Instant Pot Pulled BBQ Chicken Sliders (Easy Recipe)
Ravioli Pizza Bake: A Quick and Delicious Dinner Idea
Instant Pot Chicken Lo Mein (Quick, Easy, & Delicious)
20-Minute Bow Tie Pasta Alfredo: Easy & Delicious
Easy Crescent Roll Taco Pizza Recipe
Easy Instant Pot Lasagna Soup Recipe
Easy Texas Toast Sloppy Joes Recipe
One-Pan Cheeseburger Pasta
Easy Chicken Stir Fry
Stuffed Texas Toast Pizzas
Air Fryer Flatbread Pizza With Goat Cheese, Strawberries, Spinach, & Ricotta (or Use Your Favorite Toppings)
Air Fryer Hobo Dinner (+ Grill and Oven Instructions)
You’ll Love This Gluten-Free Crazy Dough Pizza
Pizza Burritos Recipe (2 Favorite Foods Combined)
One easy trick to round out any of these weeknight meals without adding extra work: add a simple bagged salad or heat up some store-bought breadsticks or garlic bread. It’s a small touch that makes dinner feel a little more complete without adding too much extra work.
If you give any of these recipes a try, I’d love to hear which one are your favorite. And be sure to save this list so you always have a go-to source of easy weeknight dinner ideas on hand.
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