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35 One Pot Dinners That Are Sure to Impress Without the Hassle

One pot dinners are the ultimate solution for busy weeknights, combining ease and flavor in a single dish. This collection of 13 one pot recipes offers a variety of hearty meals that are not only delicious but also simple to prepare. From savory stews to comforting pasta dishes, each recipe is designed to minimize cleanup while maximizing taste. Say goodbye to complicated cooking and hello to satisfying meals that bring the family together around the dinner table!

One Pot Sausage And Kale

One Pot Sausage and Kale
One Pot Sausage And Kale. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Need an easy dinner that takes under 30 minutes? This One Pot Sausage and Kale is easy, healthy and family friendly.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Sausage And Kale

Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry (Using Frozen Vegetables)

Stir fry on a plate.
Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry (Using Frozen Vegetables). Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Try this Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry using frozen vegetables for a quick dinner the whole family will love. {keto, whole30, paleo, gluten free}
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Stir Fry (Using Frozen Vegetables)

Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Overhead view of penne pasta with a rosa sauce in a pan.
Italian Penne Rosa Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying, and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
Grab the Recipe: Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Easy Chicken Madras Curry

Chicken madras curry in a bowl.
Easy Chicken Madras Curry. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

An easy-to-prepare chicken madras curry is the perfect comfort food for cold weather, thanks to its warming and spicy Indian flavors. This authentic dish combines tender chicken with aromatic spices, making it a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chicken Madras Curry

Skillet Chicken with Beans and Greens

A cast iron skillet with a chicken and beans dish.
Skillet Chicken with Beans and Greens. Photo credit: Noshing with the Nolands.

This skillet chicken with beans and greens is an elegant French-inspired and extremely flavorful meal that is made easy in just one pot. The chicken, beans, and kale are braised in a wine mustard sauce that gives you lots to enjoy over mashed potatoes, polenta, or for dipping in a rustic country bread.
Get the Recipe: Skillet Chicken with Beans and Greens

Venison Stroganoff

Venison Stroganoff.
Venison Stroganoff. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Embrace the robust flavors of the forest with this venison stroganoff, a hearty twist on the classic that promises to delight your palate.
Get the Recipe: Venison Stroganoff

Instant Pot Sloppy Joes

Instant Pot Sloppy Joes.
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

Instant Pot Sloppy Joes are so easy and so much better than the stuff you buy in a can! Make it in your IP or stovetop!
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Sloppy Joes

The Best Dutch Oven Chili With Beef

The Best Dutch Oven Chili With Beef (Easy Recipe).
The Best Dutch Oven Chili With Beef. Photo credit: Simple And Fraiche.

This hearty and flavorful Dutch Oven Chili recipe is packed with tender meat, savory beans, and a perfect blend of spices. This one-pot meal is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or meal-prepping for the week.
Get the Recipe: The Best Dutch Oven Chili With Beef

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo

Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo.
Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo. Photo credit: Modern Honey.

Creamy Chicken Broccoli Orzo made with sauteed chicken, fresh broccoli, orzo pasta in a cheesy sauce. This easy Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo Skillet 30-minute meal is creamy and delicious!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chicken Broccoli Orzo

Chickpea Cauliflower Curry

Chickpea Cauliflower Curry.
Chickpea Cauliflower Curry. Photo credit: Flavorful Eats.

Chickpea Cauliflower Curry, a hearty vegan curry recipe filled with chickpeas, fresh cauliflower, tomatoes, and warm spices. This fragrant curry makes an excellent side to an Indian-themed meal, or serve it over some basmati rice for a vegan entrée.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea Cauliflower Curry

One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo

One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo.
One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo. Photo credit: From Valerie’s Kitchen.

This One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo is a quick and easy way to brighten up your menu any time of year. A great choice for a busy weeknight!
Get the Recipe: One-Pot Lemon Chicken and Orzo

One Pot Pasta with Ricotta and Lemon

One Pot Pasta with Ricotta and Lemon
One Pot Pasta with Ricotta and Lemon. Photo credit: Ugly Duckling Bakery.

This one pot pasta with lemon and ricotta is truly a 30 minute recipe. Serve with green beans or pan-roasted chicken, and you’ve got dinner.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Pasta with Ricotta and Lemon

One Pot Sausage Pasta

One Pot Sausage Pasta.
One Pot Sausage Pasta. Photo credit: Copy Kat.

Cheesy one pot Italian sausage pasta is perfect for busy weeknights! Get the easy recipe for a dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: One Pot Sausage Pasta

One-Pot Vegan Minestrone

One-Pot Vegan Minestrone.
One-Pot Vegan Minestrone. Photo credit: Nuts And Twigs.

Looking for a warm and comforting meal? Try a delicious bowl of One Pot Vegan minestrone soup filled with hearty vegetables and savory broth.
Get the Recipe: One-Pot Vegan Minestrone

Tater Tot Shepherd’S Pie

Tater Tot Shepherd'S Pie.
Tater Tot Shepherd’S Pie. Photo credit: The Jam Jar Kitchen.

This Tater Tot Shepherd’s pie is a fun twist on the classic British dish with a ground beef and veggie filling & a crispy tater tot topping.
Get the Recipe: Tater Tot Shepherd’S Pie

Pizza Pasta

Pizza Pasta.
Pizza Pasta. Photo credit: Chew Out Loud.

This One Pot Pizza Pasta is incredibly easy, quick, and tastes delicious. Perfect for any busy weeknight. Adults and kids devour it!
Get the Recipe: Pizza Pasta

Greek Chicken And Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner

Greek Chicken and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner.
Greek Chicken And Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner. Photo credit: Style Annd Grace.

This fresh and colourful Greek Chicken and Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner is healthy, delicious and a total breeze to clean up.
Get the Recipe: Greek Chicken And Vegetable Sheet Pan Dinner

One Pot Lasagna Soup With Cottage Cheese

One Pot Lasagna Soup With Cottage Cheese.
One Pot Lasagna Soup With Cottage Cheese. Photo credit: Simple And Fraiche.

Lasagna Soup With Cottage Cheese is the ultimate comfort food for those busy weeknights. The soup has all of the flavors of a traditional lasagna, but requires a fraction of the effort and comes together in just 30 minutes! Top the dish with Whipped Cottage Cheese for an extra creamy and protein-packed twist.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Lasagna Soup With Cottage Cheese

One Pot Lemon Orzo With Shrimp

One Pot Lemon Orzo with Shrimp.
One Pot Lemon Orzo With Shrimp. Photo credit: Chew Out Loud.

This One Pot Lemon Orzo with Shrimp is succulent, flavorful, and unbelievably easy! It takes just one pot and 30 minutes to pull off this weeknight meal.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Lemon Orzo With Shrimp

Easy Beef Burrito Bowl

Easy Beef Burrito Bowl.
Easy Beef Burrito Bowl. Photo credit: On My Kids Plate.

This easy beef burrito bowl recipe is made all in one pot, and is the perfect quick dinner as it is made in just thirty minutes!
Get the Recipe: Easy Beef Burrito Bowl

Homemade Hamburger Helper

Homemade Hamburger Helper.
Homemade Hamburger Helper. Photo credit: Living Chirpy.

Homemade Hamburger Helper takes your favorite weeknight comfort dinner and transforms it into a better tasting, healthier, version.
Get the Recipe: Homemade Hamburger Helper

Easy Shrimp Scampi

Easy Shrimp Scampi.
Easy Shrimp Scampi. Photo credit: Wholesome Yum.

A 10-minute, easy shrimp scampi recipe! The juicy shrimp in a lemony, garlicky white wine sauce feels fancy, yet it’s quick for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Easy Shrimp Scampi

Easy and Best One-Pan Halibut with Minted Pea Puree

Easy and Best One-Pan Halibut with Minted Pea Puree.
Easy and Best One-Pan Halibut with Minted Pea Puree. Photo credit: Natalie Marble Cooks.

This one-pan halibut is the perfect combination of ease, speed and sophistication. It’s ready in under 5 minutes and packed with rich flavor!
Get the Recipe: Easy and Best One-Pan Halibut with Minted Pea Puree

One Pan Chicken and Rice with Creamy Caesar Butter

One Pan Chicken and Rice with Creamy Caesar Butter.
One Pan Chicken and Rice with Creamy Caesar Butter. Photo credit: Natalie Marble Cooks.

Chicken and rice might sound mundane, but I assure you THIS One Pan Chicken and Rice with Creamy Caesar Butter is anything but ordinary!
Get the Recipe: One Pan Chicken and Rice with Creamy Caesar Butter

Creamy Pumpkin Butter Beans

Creamy Pumpkin Butter Beans.
Creamy Pumpkin Butter Beans. Photo credit: Avocado Skillet.

These Creamy Pumpkin Butter Beans (vegan) are a delicious one pot vegan recipe. They are easy to make and healthy for you.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Pumpkin Butter Beans

Instant Pot Dal

Instant Pot Dal.
Instant Pot Dal. Photo credit: Kitchen Hoskins.

Instant Pot Dal with Kale is full of flavor, cozy, nourishing and immensely satisfying. Swap kale for spinach or make it on the stovetop.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Dal

Easy Beef Burrito Bowl (All In One Pot!)

Easy Beef Burrito Bowl
Easy Beef Burrito Bowl (All In One Pot!). Photo credit: On My Kid’s Plate.

This easy beef burrito bowl recipe is made all in one pot, and is the perfect quick dinner as it is made in just thirty minutes!
Get the Recipe: Easy Beef Burrito Bowl (All In One Pot!)

One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta.
One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta. Photo credit: On My Kid’s Plate.

Quick, easy and tasty, this cheeseburger pasta comes together in under thirty minutes, is family friendly and is full of cheeseburger flavor!
Get the Recipe: One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta

Cheesy One Pot Tortellini and Sausage with Garden Veggies

Cheesy One Pot Tortellini and Sausage with Garden Veggies.
Cheesy One Pot Tortellini and Sausage with Garden Veggies. Photo credit: Neighbor Food Blog.

This skillet is packed with tortellini and veggies in a meaty tomato sauce. A perfect one pot meal to feed the family!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy One Pot Tortellini and Sausage with Garden Veggies

Creamy Instant Pot Farro Risotto with Mushrooms & Asparagus

Creamy Instant Pot Farro Risotto with Mushrooms & Asparagus.
Creamy Instant Pot Farro Risotto with Mushrooms & Asparagus. Photo credit: Fannetastic Food.

This Instant Pot farro risotto with mushrooms is creamy and delicious, and quicker than traditional risotto! Made with tasty spring veggies.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Instant Pot Farro Risotto with Mushrooms & Asparagus

One Pot Taco Spaghetti (Instant Pot Recipe)

One Pot Taco Spaghetti
One Pot Taco Spaghetti (Instant Pot Recipe). Photo credit: The Soccer Mom Blog.

Taco Tuesday takes on a whole new meaning with Taco Spaghetti! This easy one-pot meal is ready in 20 minutes in the Instant Pot — perfect for busy weeknights!
Get the Recipe: One Pot Taco Spaghetti (Instant Pot Recipe)

Egg Roll In A Bowl {Crack Slaw}

Egg Roll In A Bowl {Crack Slaw}.
Egg Roll In A Bowl {Crack Slaw}. Photo credit: Whole New Mom.

This Healthy Egg Roll in a Bowl (Crack Slaw) has all of the great flavor of Egg Rolls, but is an Easy One Pan Meal without the grain wrapper!
Get the Recipe: Egg Roll In A Bowl {Crack Slaw}

Gluten-free Chili Mac (dairy free & keto options)

Gluten-free Chili Mac
Gluten-free Chili Mac (dairy free & keto options). Photo credit: Whole New Mom.

This Gluten-Free Chili Mac is super yummy and ready lickety-split! You’ll definitely want this easy healthy meal in your rotation!
Get the Recipe: Gluten-free Chili Mac (dairy free & keto options)

30-Minute White Bean Turkey Chili

30-Minute White Bean Turkey Chili
30-Minute White Bean Turkey Chili. Photo credit: Chew Out Loud.

This 30-Minute White Bean Turkey Chili is ultra satisfying, quick, and perfect for busy weeknights. It’s healthy and simple!
Get the Recipe: 30-Minute White Bean Turkey Chili

Easy Lemon White Bean Soup With Turkey And Greens

Easy Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens.
Easy Lemon White Bean Soup With Turkey And Greens. Photo credit: The Dinner Bell.

Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens is a fast and flavorful soup with a lemony broth. Great for using leftover turkey or chicken.
Get the Recipe: Easy Lemon White Bean Soup with Turkey and Greens

Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

Photo Credit: Seasonal Cravings

This is the simplest but most delicious dinner you will ever make for your family. With only a few ingredients it is the ultimate in flavor and comfort. Arrabbiata means “angry” in Italian so you know this one is spicy!

Get the Recipe: Penne Arrabbiata with Chili Crisp

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