15 Simple Dinners That'll Keep Your Weekly Menu on Track

Stop wasting time on complicated meals! These 15 simple dinners are all you need to keep your weekly menu organized and stress-free.

Instant Pot Chicken Thighs and Rice

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

With your Instant Pot, you can make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at once. It’s foolproof and dinner’s ready in around 40 minutes with little prep!
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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.

Weeknight dinners can be equally quick and comforting with this One Pot Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff! This meal has all the flavors of traditional stroganoff, but is made with fresh mushrooms, lean ground beef, tasty egg noodles, and NO CANNED SOUP!
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Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

Want a fast, yummy, and healthy dinner? This Skillet Chicken Thighs with Bacon and Green Beans recipe is done in under 20 minutes and uses one pan!
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Looking for a fast and healthy meal? Sesame Salmon Bowls take less than 15 minutes, and the sesame dressing adds a rich, nutty flavor to the dish!
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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 ribs are fall-apart tender and full of flavor! They taste like they came from your favorite BBQ joint, and they’re ready in less than an hour.
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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.

Your whole crowd is going to love these Cuban Pork Belly Sliders! The classic flavor of a Cuban sandwich in a convenient, fun little slider, then elevated with crispy bites of fried pork belly and a healthy dose of garlic butter.
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs Paleo

Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs are a quick and easy late-night dinner. Juicy and tasty, these boneless skinless thighs need just 2 ingredients and cook in under 20 minutes!
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Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms

Instant Pot Chicken and Mushroom in an Instant Pot. — Instant Pot Chicken Mushrooms. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This tasty Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms recipe is ready in just 40 minutes! It's a healthy, low-carb dinner with few ingredients that everyone in the family will enjoy!
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Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

These Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters are ideal for a simple dinner! With garlic and fresh lemon juice for seasoning, they’re ready in just 30 minutes and are both paleo and keto-friendly!
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Lemon Garlic Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle

Cooking Shrimp on the Blackstone Griddle is a breeze! This lemon garlic shrimp recipe takes less than 5 minutes and is sure to become a favorite!
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Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Enjoy juicy broiled chicken thighs in under 25 minutes! This delicious low-carb recipe features hints of lemon and garlic, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner that even picky eaters will love!
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Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables

You'll enjoy this quick Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables recipe! It’s ideal for a lazy dinner when you want something tasty without much work.
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Make the Best Thai Green Curry Recipe in the Instant Pot for a fast and simple meal! This delicious green chicken curry is low in carbs and can be made in a slow cooker too!
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Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

You’re going to love these super easy, mouth-watering Instant Pot Ribs! They cook in minutes, not hours, thanks to your trusty pressure cooker!
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Air Fryer T-bone Steak

You'll find this Air Fryer T-bone Steak incredibly easy to make! It’s super juicy and foolproof. After tasting it from the air fryer, you might ditch the grill for good!
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Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Breast

Making Instant Pot Shredded Chicken Breast is super easy! You can whip up juicy, moist shredded chicken with hardly any effort. It’s perfect for meal prep and super versatile!
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Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon

With only 2 ingredients, Air Fryer Teriyaki Salmon is incredibly easy to make! The air fryer cooks these salmon filets fast, and they turn out perfect every single time!
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