Lunch Without These? Unthinkable! 16 Recipes to Try Now!

Who wants boring lunch? Check out these 16 delicious recipes that will make your midday meal the highlight of your day!

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs

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

Honey Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs is a tasty and fragrant dish, perfect for an easy lunch recipe. It blends sweet honey, zesty lemon, and a kick of black pepper.
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uscan 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 Tuscan Smothered Pork Chops add Italian flair to Southern comfort food! A quick brine keeps the chops moist, while the creamy herb and garlic Parmesan sauce with onions, tomatoes, and spinach will have your family craving this dish every week.
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Sesame Salmon Bowl

Sesame Salmon Bowls are a tasty and healthy lunch idea that takes under 15 minutes to prepare! The sesame dressing brings a delicious nutty flavor to the dish.
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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 20-minute Instant Pot Spicy Chicken Ramen is a great choice for your weekday lunch! Begin with a spicy broth, add quick-cooked chicken, and top it with your favorite veggies for a healthy bowl of comfort.
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Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef

Keto Zucchini with Ground Beef in a casserole dish with a spoon. — Keto Zucchini Casserole with Ground Beef. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

This tasty Keto Ground Beef Zucchini Casserole is super easy to whip up! With cheesy beef and zucchini, it’s perfect for any day of the week!
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Chicken Tater Tot Casserole

This Chicken Tater Tot Casserole is a cozy dish that comes together in less than an hour—ideal comfort food for any day of the week!
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Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets

Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filet on a what plate with mashed cauliflower, butter, parsley, pepper, and salt. — Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

These Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Chuck Tender Filets are a favorite of mine for quick lunches. Enjoy perfectly juicy medium-rare filets made in your air fryer!
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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.

Switch things up at your next cookout with BBQ Chicken Mac and Cheese made in your Instant Pot! This one-pot side dish mixes creamy, cheesy pasta with leftover grilled chicken in a delicious 30-minute recipe!
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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 delicious Instant Pot Chicken and Mushrooms dish can be made in only 40 minutes! It’s a healthy, low-carb meal with simple ingredients that everyone in the family will love!
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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 key to this amazingly tender and flavorful Marinated London Broil lies in the timing! A day in a simple balsamic-wine marinade results in a delicious dinner that’s versatile and quick to cook.
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Easy Keto Cast Iron Meatballs

These Cast Iron Meatballs are incredibly juicy and super easy to whip up! You can make homemade keto meatballs in under 30 minutes right on the stovetop!
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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.

Cabbage and Sausage Alfredo is a quick 30-minute lunch that combines cabbage noodles and Italian sausage in a creamy Alfredo sauce. This skillet meal is delicious and perfect for the entire family!
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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 low-carb green chicken curry can also be prepared in a slow cooker!
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Asparagus Fathead Quiche

A white casserole with asparagus quiche. — Asparagus Fathead Quiche. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

This healthy and easy Asparagus Fathead Quiche, made with fathead dough and camembert, is a fantastic casserole dish you can prepare in advance. Perfect for breakfast, dinner, brunch, or any occasion, it’s sure to impress at the table!
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Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon

This Air Fryer Everything Bagel Salmon Recipe turns out perfect every time! With just two ingredients, it’s not only delicious and flaky but can also have lunch ready in under 15 minutes!
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heesy 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.

The Cheesy Crack Chicken Casserole, packed with broccoli, bacon, and ranch, is a fantastic one-pot meal the whole family will love. Ready in just a few minutes, this creamy dish is sure to become a family favorite!
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