18 Quick Meals That’ll Make You Feel Like You’ve Got It All

Busy days don’t have to mean boring meals. These 18 quick dishes will make you feel like you’ve got it all, even when life’s moving fast!

One Pot Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff

A close-up of a pot of beef stroganoff with wide egg noodles being scooped by a spoon, showcasing one of our 14 easy dinner recipes. The dish is garnished with parsley. — One Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Make weeknight dinners stress-free with this One Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff! Fresh mushrooms, lean beef, and egg noodles come together—no canned soup in sight!
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Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

This Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans is the perfect healthy meal with zero cleanup. One skillet, 20 minutes, and all the flavor you crave!
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20-Minute Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen

A hand holding a bowl of ramen topped with sliced mushrooms, carrots, soft-boiled eggs, green onions, and cilantro, with a drizzle of sauce and chopsticks on the side. Ingredients surround the bowl in one of these 10 no-fuss bowls. — 20-Minute Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen cooks in 20 minutes and brings the heat! Quick chicken, spicy broth, and veggies for a healthy, comforting bowl.
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Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs

Shredded Chicken Thighs in Instant Pot with thyme. — Easy Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs are the perfect last-minute weeknight dinner! Juicy, tender chicken in under 30 minutes—great for meal prep too!
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Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Craving comfort food? This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is ready in less than an hour and will hit the spot every time!
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Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

Honey Lemon Pepper Thighs with parsley on a white plate. — Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs recipe is packed with flavor—sweet honey, tangy lemon, and a hint of pepper, making it a deliciously easy dinner.
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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 effortless and packed with flavor! Tender chops in a creamy mushroom and onion gravy—perfect for busy days.
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Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon is perfectly flaky every time! With just 2 ingredients, you can have a delicious dinner ready in under 15 minutes.
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Easy Baked Skillet Mac and Cheese

Close-up of a spoon lifting a portion of cheesy baked macaroni and cheese with a breadcrumb topping from a casserole dish, garnished with chopped herbs. — Easy Baked Skillet Mac and Cheese. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

This Skillet Mac and Cheese baked in the oven is a go-to comfort dish, perfect for any occasion—whether you're feeding a crowd or enjoying a family meal.
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Looking for a fast and healthy dinner? These Sesame Salmon Bowls take just 15 minutes to make, with a nutty sesame dressing that brings the flavor!
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Instant Pot BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese

Bowl of pasta with creamy sauce, garnished with chopped green onions and drizzled with a dark sauce. A fork is in the bowl, making it one of the top 10 instant pot recipes for quick and delicious meals. — Instant Pot BBQ Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

For your next cookout, try BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese in the Instant Pot! This one-pot dish blends creamy pasta and grilled chicken in a mouthwatering 30-minute meal.
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Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

Instant Pot Chicken and Rice in Instant Pot. — Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cook tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice together in your Instant Pot! Perfectly timed and ready in just 40 minutes with hardly any hands-on work.
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Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo

A picture of cabbage sausage white plate wooden fork. — Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo. Photo credit: Primal Edge Health.

In just 30 minutes, Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo transforms cabbage noodles and Italian sausage into a creamy, family-friendly skillet meal everyone will love!
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Meatballs are a simple, quick meal that’s ready in under 20 minutes. Bacon brings the perfect smoky flavor to these juicy meatballs!
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Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole

A baked casserole dish filled with a cheesy, golden-brown lasagna garnished with fresh parsley leaves, just one of the 21 addictive casseroles you need to try. — Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole. Photo credit: Best Clean Eating.

Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole with bacon, broccoli, and ranch is a creamy, one-pot wonder that’s quick to make and sure to become a family favorite!
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is a breeze to make! Ready in under 5 minutes, this lemon garlic shrimp will quickly become your new favorite recipe.
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Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole

A plate of seasoned rice mixed with ground meat, diced tomatoes, and garnished with chopped parsley sits invitingly next to a spoon, resembling one of the 18 casseroles from our popular collection. — Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

No need to stuff vegetables with this Stuffed Bell Pepper Casserole! In just 45 minutes, you'll have a one-pot, delicious, and filling dinner for the whole family.
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

This Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables recipe is a quick, easy dinner idea—great for when you want something simple and delicious with minimal effort!
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