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18 Delicious Recipes That Guarantee I’ll Never Embarrass Myself

Published: Nov 5, 2024 by Lara Clevenger, Registered Dietitian This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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Cooking doesn’t have to be scary! Check out these 18 tasty recipes that’ll ensure you impress everyone, no kitchen disasters here!

Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole

Shrimp and rice in a skillet.
Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole. Photo credit: Call Me PMc.

Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole is full of bold flavors and cozy warmth. It’s spicy and satisfying, perfect for a hearty meal.
Get the Recipe: Cajun Seafood Rice Casserole

Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

Traeger Smoked Pork Chop with a salad on a light gray plate
Traeger Smoked Pork Chop. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Traeger Smoked Pork Chops are cooked just right. You’ll love their smoky flavor and juicy tenderness. Discover the secret to making delicious, flavorful smoked pork chops that will leave you wanting more!
Get the Recipe: Traeger Smoked Pork Chop

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.

Enjoy quick and comforting weeknight dinners with this One Pot Easy Ground Beef Stroganoff! This dish brings you all the flavors of classic stroganoff, made with fresh mushrooms, lean ground beef, and delicious egg noodles—without any canned soup!
Get the Recipe: One Pot Ground Beef Stroganoff

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.

This Cast Iron Keto Chicken Thigh Recipe in Creamy Tomato Sauce is sure to become your new favorite dinner. It’s a tasty meal made with simple ingredients that the whole family will enjoy! Plus, it’s dairy and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Cast Iron Chicken Thighs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

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 and juicy London broil takes center stage in these French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Au Jus, but slices from leftover holiday roasts would taste just as amazing!
Get the Recipe: French Dip Sandwiches with Caramelized Onion Au Jus

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe on a white plate with potatoes, carrots and parsley.
The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Instant Pot rump roast recipe is the easiest you’ll ever make! Whether you prepare it in an Instant Pot, pressure cooker, or slow cooker, this dish is guaranteed to please the entire family!
Get the Recipe: The Best Instant Pot Rump Roast Recipe

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 and flavorful Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops add an Italian twist to a classic Southern comfort dish! A quick brine keeps the boneless chops extra moist, while the creamy herb and garlic Parmesan “gravy” packed with onions, tomatoes, and spinach will have your family craving this meal every week.
|Get the Recipe: Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs with parsley in a white baking dish with a spatula.
Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cook up juicy broiled chicken thighs in less than 25 minutes! Infused with hints of lemon and garlic, this delicious low-carb recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner and is sure to please even the pickiest diners.
Get the Recipe: Easy Garlic Broiled Chicken Thighs

Mexican Street Corn Salad

A bowl of Mexican street corn salad featuring corn kernels, diced red bell peppers, green onions, cilantro, cotija cheese, and sliced jalapeños, garnished with lime wedges on the side—one of the 13 sizzling Fourth of July recipes you'll love.
Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad. Photo Credit: The Crumby Kitchen.

When you need a break from your usual meals, a bowl of Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad will brighten up your menu! This tasty summer side dish is loaded with freshly grilled corn, creamy avocado, juicy tomatoes, and all the street corn toppings you can imagine!
Get the Recipe: Creamy Mexican Street Corn Salad

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe) in a black bowl with bell peppers, basil, and limes.
Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Try the Best Thai Green Curry Recipe, ready in no time with an Instant Pot or pressure cooker! This low-carb green chicken curry is also perfect for the slow cooker, making it a versatile meal option!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Green Chicken Curry (Thai Green Curry Recipe)

Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Chicken tater tot casserole with a spoon in a casserole dish ready to be served.
Chicken Tater Tot Casserole. Photo credit: Real Balanced.

This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is ready in under an hour, making it the perfect comfort food for any day of the week!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs Low Carb, Gluten-Free on foil with a basting brush and bbq sauce.
Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free). Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Get ready to love these simple, delicious Instant Pot Ribs! Prepared in minutes rather than hours, they’re a breeze to make in your trusty pressure cooker!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Ribs- Fall Off the Bones Beef Ribs (Low Carb, Gluten-Free)

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 fork-tender and juicy, making them one of the best no-fuss meals! Prepared in your crock pot, these easy chops are deliciously covered in mushroom and onion gravy.
Get the recipe: Slow Cooker Pork Chops & Vegetables

Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks on a white plate with butter, thyme, pepper, salt, brussels sprouts, and a fork.
Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Cook the Juiciest Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks in a flash! With an air fryer, making strip steaks is incredibly easy, eliminating the need to go outside in a rainstorm for perfectly medium-rare results.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer New York Strip Steaks

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.

Taco Tuesday reaches new heights with these quick and easy Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos! Flavorful pulled pork infused with Mexican garlic and citrus comes together in about an hour, making some of the best tacos you’ll ever taste!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Carnitas Tacos

Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak on a white plate with butter, parsley, garlic and asparagus.
Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This Air Fryer Ribeye Steak is a total game changer! With just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy a deliciously tender and juicy medium-rare ribeye made right in your air fryer!
Get the Recipe: Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

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 flavorful and tender Marinated London Broil lies in the timing! After soaking in a simple balsamic-wine marinade for a day, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner that’s versatile and quick to prepare.
Get the Recipe: Tender Marinated London Broil Recipe

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 and packed with flavor, just like the ones from your favorite BBQ joint! With your pressure cooker, you can make the best pork ribs in under an hour.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs

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