We get it—spending hours in the kitchen after a long day’s work can be daunting. Isn’t your favorite food joint there to save the day, anyway? Ditch the takeout and dust off your apron because these simple, foolproof dinner recipes will have you cooking like a pro in no time.
Unbelievably Creamy Mac and Cheese
This simple, 5-ingredient mac and cheese comes together in a flash for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal. The secret? A generous helping of velvet-smooth evaporated milk that makes the cheese sauce oh-so-velvety.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Skip the restaurant lines and make these flavor-packed fajitas at home. With just 10 minutes of prep, you’ll have marinated the chicken and perfectly roasted veggies ready to stuff into warm tortillas.
Better-Than-Takeout Fried Rice
Elevate basic fried rice with this easy, customizable recipe. It’s loaded with tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a savory-sweet sauce that will have you saying goodbye to delivery forever.
World’s Easiest Meatballs
Meatballs have never been simpler! Four ingredients and 30 minutes are all you need for these super-tender, super-flavorful bites. Serve them over pasta, on hoagie rolls, or straight off the baking sheet.
One-Pot Beef and Broccoli
Is Chinese takeout calling your name? Skip the lines and make this restaurant-worthy beef and broccoli at home. The one-pot cooking method makes cleanup a breeze, and you’ll be amazed at how authentic the flavors are.
Baked Ziti with Ricotta
This cheesy, hearty baked ziti is the ultimate crowd-pleasing comfort food. Ground beef, marinara, and a creamy ricotta mixture come together for a family-friendly dish that’s easy to make on busy weeknights.
Dump-and-Bake Chicken Parmesan
Crispy, cheese-topped chicken parmesan has never been easier. Dump all the ingredients into a baking casserole, and let your oven do its thing. Serve over pasta for a complete, hassle-free meal.
Creamy Chicken and Broccoli Alfredo
Craving a restaurant-quality alfredo dish? This easy recipe delivers the same decadent flavor in the comfort of your own kitchen. Rotisserie chicken and frozen broccoli make it a breeze to pull together.
Slow Cooker Pot Roast
This tender, flavor-packed pot roast lets your slow cooker do the heavy lifting. Fifteen minutes of prep work and a few simple ingredients are all it takes for a hearty, comforting meal.
5-Ingredient Pesto Chicken Bake
Weeknight dinners don’t get much simpler than this. Toss chicken breasts with store-bought pesto, tomatoes, and mozzarella in the oven for a simple, flavor-packed meal.
Unstuffed Cabbage Roll Skillet
All the flavors of classic stuffed cabbage rolls, with none of the fuss. This family-friendly skillet recipe delivers comfort food flavor in a fraction of the time.
Baked Chicken Parmesan Meatballs
These baked chicken parmesan meatballs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Soft, juicy meatballs are smothered in marinara and melty mozzarella for an easy, delicious dinner.
Buttery Garlic Herb Salmon Foil Packets
Tender, flavorful salmon has never been more straightforward. Wrap the filets in foil with a garlic-herb butter sauce for a foolproof, easy-cleanup dinner that’s ready in 30 minutes.
One-Pan Lemon Chicken and Veggies
Succulent chicken and fresh veggies are all cooked on a single sheet pan. This straightforward, one-and-done dinner is bursting with lemon-herb flavor and couldn’t be more weeknight-friendly.
Cheesy Taco Stuffed Shells
These taco-inspired stuffed shells are the perfect blend of Mexican and Italian flavors. Ground beef, taco seasoning, and plenty of melty cheese make this a guaranteed family favorite.
