17 Tasty Dishes That'll Earn You Chef Cred Without Stress

Craving a dinner party without the kitchen meltdown? Try these 17 easy recipes that are delicious and guaranteed to impress!

Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers

Grilled chicken skewers glazed with a dark teriyaki sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions, served on a black slate tablet next to a bowl of white rice. — Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Fire up the grill and make these Teriyaki Chicken Skewers for your next BBQ! Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, these kabobs will be a crowd favorite.
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Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops

A spoonful of creamy vegetable stew with visible carrots, herbs, and a rich sauce highlights the simplicity of 10 skillet meals enjoyed any night of the week. — Easy Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

These Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops bring Italian flair to Southern comfort food! The brined boneless chops stay juicy, and the creamy herb Parmesan gravy with onions, tomatoes, and spinach will have your family craving this dish weekly.
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Cuban Pork Belly Sliders

Close-up of a group of small sandwiches secured with skewers and topped with pickle slices, featuring 15 pork. One sandwich is being pulled away, showing melted cheese stretching from it. — Cuban Pork Belly Sliders. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Everyone will love these Cuban Pork Belly Sliders! Combining the classic Cuban sandwich flavors with crispy pork belly and a rich garlic butter finish, they’re a fun, elevated twist on a favorite.
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Make the Best Thai Green Curry in your Instant Pot for a quick, easy dinner! This low-carb chicken curry can also be made in a slow cooker.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables

A plate of cooked steak garnished with herbs, served with roasted potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, onions, and covered in a brown sauce. A fork is placed on the right side of the plate. — Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

These Slow Cooker Pork Chops and Vegetables are tender, juicy, and the ultimate no-fuss meal! Cooked in your crock pot and smothered in a rich mushroom and onion gravy.
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Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters are your go-to for an effortless dinner! With garlic and fresh lemon juice for flavor, this dish is ready in 30 minutes and is both paleo and keto-friendly!
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The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

This is the simplest Instant Pot rump roast recipe you’ll ever try! Made in an Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or slow cooker, this dish is sure to please the whole family!
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Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

Instant Pot Baby Back Rib dipped in barbeque sauce in a glass bowl — Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs are incredibly tender and full of flavor! They taste like they came from a top-notch BBQ joint, and you can make them in under an hour!
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Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus

Sheet Pan Salmon Asparagus on a parchment paper lined sheet pan. — Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus is a lifesaver for busy weeknights! With flaky salmon and delicious asparagus cooked in under 25 minutes, dinner has never been easier!
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Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Savor the smoky delight of this Traeger Smoked Bacon-Wrapped Pork Tenderloin! Juicy pork and crispy bacon create a delicious flavor explosion you won’t want to miss!
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Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Traeger Smoked Pork Chops are the ultimate in smoky, succulent perfection. Packed with flavor and tenderness, these chops will have you coming back for more!
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Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak

Seared Porterhouse Steak with butter, parsley, and asparagus on a white plate. — Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

A perfectly cooked Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steak is pure bliss! With a tender filet and juicy strip steak, it’s a steak experience like no other.
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Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-

Juicy Ribeye with butter, salt, pepper, and broccoli on a white plate with a fork. — Juicy Ribeye on the Blackstone Griddle-. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Make a melt-in-your-mouth Ribeye Steak on the Blackstone Griddle! With simple seasoning of salt and pepper and a buttery finish, this steak is pure perfection.
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Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken

A dish of braised chicken, enhanced with 12 onion pieces, served with various small potatoes and garnished with herbs in a white bowl. — Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken is the ultimate comfort food! Packed with tender chicken thighs, caramelized onions, baby potatoes, and Gruyere cheese, it’s a one-pot meal perfect for chilly days.
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Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

Three tacos filled with shredded meat, slices of avocado, radishes, and other vegetables on a wooden board, garnished with lime wedges and served alongside a bowl of corn salsa. — Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

These Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos are the ultimate Taco Tuesday upgrade! Flavorful garlic and citrus-infused pulled pork come together in just about an hour for tacos that are simply irresistible.
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Chicken Tikka Masala

In this delectable recipe, a black bowl contains rice topped with chunks of meat in a creamy orange curry sauce, garnished with cilantro. A piece of naan bread sits on the side, all presented on a dark surface. — Chicken Tikka Masala. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Skip the takeout and make this easy Chicken Tikka Masala at home! Tender chicken marinated in yogurt and spices, cooked in a creamy tomato sauce—perfect for pairing with naan on a cozy night.
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Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe

Slices of medium-rare beef steak being drizzled with a dark sauce, displayed on a wooden cutting board with a knife in the background. — Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

The secret to this incredibly tender Marinated London Broil is all in the timing! A day of soaking in a balsamic-wine marinade creates a flavorful dinner that’s quick and versatile.
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