19 Easy Dinner Recipes That Almost All Hands Off

Brace yourself for an easy week of dinners. These 19 epic dinners are almost all hands-off and will leave you with more free time to do the other millions of things on your to-do list.

Ham and Cheese Slides

easy ham and cheese sliders with cheese pull

These ham and cheese sliders are incredibly easy to make. They're the grown up version of a grilled ham and cheese. The leftovers are perfect for lunch throughout the week!
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Smoked Chicken Wings

Yes you'll need to warm up your smoker, but once you season these wings, its hands off for dinner time. They practically cook themselves.
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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.

Need a quick dinner fix? Try Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Thighs! They're juicy, tender, and ready in under 30 minutes. Perfect for busy nights! Plus, they're super versatile and great for meal prep.
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Smoked Brats

Get ready for flavor fireworks with our Smoked Brats! They're juicy, savory, and downright delicious. One bite and you'll be hooked!
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Smoked Chicken Drumsticks

Smoked Chicken Drumstick with parsley on a white plate. — Smoked Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Savor the smoky goodness of our juicy smoked chicken drumsticks! Each bite is BBQ perfection, perfect for your weekend grill-outs!
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Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin

Dive into flavor town with our Traeger Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin! Juicy pork meets crispy bacon for taste sensations!
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Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Taste perfection with our Traeger Smoked Pork Chops! They're smoky, succulent, and oh-so-tender. Prepare for flavor fireworks!
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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.

Try our Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs! It's a flavor explosion for dinner, blending sweet honey, zesty lemon, and spicy pepper.
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Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

Get ready for perfection with our Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon! It's tasty, flaky, and only needs two ingredients. Dinner's done in 15!
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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.

Busy weeknights? Try our Sheet Pan Salmon and Asparagus! Ready in under 25 minutes, it's quick, flaky salmon paired with tasty asparagus for an easy dinner.
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steak

Get ready for juicy goodness with our Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Ribeye Steaks! Cooked in under 15 minutes, they're perfect for a quick and easy low-carb dinner.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

Whipping up Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is a breeze! With only 2 ingredients, it's speedy and perfect every time. Air fryer magic at its finest!
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Air Fryer Panko Shrimp

Craving something quick, tasty, and healthy? Try our Air Fryer Panko Shrimp! Ready in minutes for a delicious appetizer or main course.
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Try our Sesame Salmon Bowls for a quick, tasty, and healthy dinner! Ready in under 15 minutes with a nutty sesame dressing for extra flavor.
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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.

Get ready for melt-in-your-mouth goodness with our Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs! Bursting with flavor, they're BBQ joint quality in under an hour.
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Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast

A plate with a cooked meat roast, topped with mushrooms and garnished with parsley. Halved red potatoes are on the side. A light brown cloth napkin is placed beside the plate. — Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast- Pressure Cooker Pot Roast. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Indulge in our Low Carb Instant Pot Pot Roast, packed with beef and veggies! It's the ultimate lazy Sunday dinner treat.
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Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Cast Iron Chicken Thigh in Creamy Tomato Sauce with a spoon in a cast iron skillet. — Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Meet your new favorite dinner: Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce! Delicious, simple, and family-approved. Plus, it's dairy and gluten-free!
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BBQ Turkey Sliders

Turkey Sliders with cheese, red onion, avocado, and lettuce. — How to Make Barbeque Turkey Sliders. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

It's summer! Fire up the grill for mouth-watering Barbecue Turkey Sliders. Packed with flavor and lean protein, they're sure to please the crowd!
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Blackstone Burgers

Blackstone Burger with bacon, cheese, tomato and lettuce. — Blackstone Burgers. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Blackstone Burgers are a breeze to make and super juicy! There's a trick to using frozen burgers on the griddle. Remember, they're not Smash Burgers!
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