16 Irresistible Lunch Recipes Your Weekend Needs ASAP!

Weekend lunches just got a major upgrade! Discover 16 irresistible recipes that will have everyone asking for seconds and thirds—let’s dig in!

Twice Baked Potato Casserole

This Twice Baked Potato Casserole is pure comfort food with bacon, potatoes, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. No need to fuss with stuffing potato skins—just simple, make-ahead cooking!
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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 whip up this easy Chicken Tikka Masala on your stovetop at home! Tender yogurt-marinated chicken, bursting with ginger, garlic, and Indian spices in a deliciously creamy tomato sauce – it’s perfect for mopping up with a batch of naan bread on a cool night.
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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.

Hearty, comforting, and perfect for cooler weather, this Slow Cooker French Onion Chicken is a family favorite! Complete with tender baby potatoes, slow caramelized onions, and shredded Gruyere cheese, this is a one-pot chicken thigh meal you’re going to love having on rotation.
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Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole recipe is ready in less than an hour and is the perfect comfort food for any day of the week.
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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.

Make these Grilled Teriyaki Chicken Skewers for your next backyard BBQ. Easy to make and full of flavor! Everyone will love these grilled teriyaki kabobs.
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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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French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Au Jus

A plate of French dip 12 onion sandwiches with potato chips, a bowl of dipping sauce, sliced meat on a wooden board, and caramelized onions in a small dish. — French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Au Jus. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

Tender & juicy London broil is the star of these French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Au Jus, but slices from leftover holiday roasts would be equally delicious!
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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 juicy, flavorful Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops bring Italian flair to a classic Southern comfort food! A quick brine keeps these boneless chops super moist, and the creamy herb & garlic Parmesan “gravy” loaded with onions, tomatoes, and spinach will have your family asking for this meal every week.
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Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

Make the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in no time at all! Cooking strip steaks in an air fryer is incredibly easy. No need to go outside in a rain storm to get perfect medium rare NY Strip Steaks.
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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.

Make tender chicken thighs and fluffy rice at the same time with your Instant Pot. These come out perfect every time! Have dinner ready in about 40 minutes with very little hands on time!
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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 fall off the bone tender! Bursting with flavor, these ribs taste like they were made at your favorite BBQ joint! Make the best pork ribs in under an hour with your pressure cooker.
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Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans

Making this Skillet Chicken Thighs, Bacon, and Green Beans is great when you want a delicious and healthy meal without all the cleanup. It only uses one skillet to make! Plus, it cooks in less than 20 minutes!
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Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

These Traeger Smoked Pork Chops are cooked to perfection. You'll love the smoky, succulent and tenderness of these pork chops. Unlock the secret to making mouthwatering, flavorful smoked pork chops that will have your taste buds begging for more.
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Easy Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters

These Broiled Chicken Leg Quarters are perfect for an easy dinner meal! Garlic and fresh lemon juice are used to season this delicious dish! Not only are these chicken quarters made in only 30 minutes, they're paleo and keto friendly too!
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Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Make juicy broiled chicken thighs in less than 25 minutes. With hints of lemon and garlic, this delicious low carb chicken thigh recipe is great for a weeknight dinner. It's sure to please even the pickiest of eaters!
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Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

The Best Thai Green Curry Recipe is made in the Instant Pot or Pressure cooker for a quick and easy meal! This green chicken curry is low in carbs and can be made in a slow cooker too!
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