Two bowls of asian stir fry with meat and vegetables.

Cheap Recipes Your Family Will Love

Cooking on a budget doesn’t mean sacrificing flavor or variety. Whether you’re a student, a busy parent, or just looking to save some money, these cheap recipes are perfect for you. From hearty soups to creative pasta dishes, we’ve got meals that are both delicious and affordable. You don’t need fancy ingredients or a big grocery bill to enjoy great food. Let’s explore some tasty, budget-friendly recipes that you and your wallet will love!

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats.
Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Taco stuffed zucchini boats offer a little of everything – nutrition, meat, veggies, a pop of Mexican seasoning, and of course a tasty meal!
Get the Recipe: Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Crunchy Beef Tortilla Folded Wrap

A tortilla folded into quarters with beef and vegetables in it.
Beef Tortilla Folded Wrap. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

It’s one of the most delicious recipes you can make with ground beef and a tortilla wrap. Use a large flour tortilla if you’re ravenously hungry or smaller tortillas if you prefer.
Get the Recipe: Crunchy Beef Tortilla Folded Wrap

Meatball Marinara Subs

Meatball subs are in toasted buns on a tray. The Best easy dinner recipes.
Meatball Marinara Subs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Savor the juicy homemade meatballs, tangy marinara sauce, and fluffy brioche buns in Italian meatball marinara subs – a satisfying comfort food that’s perfect for lunch or busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Meatball Marinara Subs

One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

cheesy taco pasta in a blue bowl.
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This easy taco pasta is wonderful for dinner and it’s one of the best skill pasta dinner ideas I’ve found. Beef, onion, and garlic are the dominating flavors in this creamy taco pasta with macaroni noodles.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

One pot taco mac and cheese in a pot.
One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Taco macaroni and cheese is a simple 30-minute meal that you can make in one pot. South-of-the-border flavors combine with cream cheese and pasta to make this hearty dish. It’s a brand new take on classic mac ‘n cheese.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Crock Pot Potato Soup

Crock Pot Potato Soup Recipe. Photo credit: Feels Like Home.

This crock pot potato soup recipe is the ultimate comfort food for fall and winter dinners. Made entirely in the slow cooker with chicken broth, cream cheese, corn, carrots, and fresh potatoes or hash browns. Favorite food of picky eaters. Includes vegetarian option.
Get the Recipe: Crock Pot Potato Soup

World’s Best Chili With Bacon

World’s Best Chili With Bacon. Photo credit: Feels Like Home.

The world’s best homemade chili with bacon, ground beef, beans, and the perfect blend of spices. Everyone will go crazy for this classic!
Get the Recipe: World’s Best Chili With Bacon

Swedish Meatballs

Ikeas meatballs being scooped from a casserole dish.
Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.
Get the Recipe: Swedish Meatballs

Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

A bowl of pasta with meat and herbs.
Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is a perfect winter warmer and comfort food. It’s also a tasty, easy crockpot beef recipe which will be a family favorite.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles

Oven Braised Meatball Stew

Oven Braised Meatball Stew. Photo credit: Binky’s Culinary Carnival.

This oven meatball stew is a vintage recipe that is incredibly easy to make and totally delicious! It’s a complete meal in one pot.
Get the Recipe: Oven Braised Meatball Stew

Air Fryer French Bread Pizza

Air Fryer French Bread Pizza. Photo credit: J Cooking Odyssey.

You can make Air Fryer French Bread Pizza with baguettes from scratch in 10 minutes – perfect for a quick lunch for the whole family!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer French Bread Pizza

American Chop Suey (American Goulash)

American Chop Suey (American Goulash).
American Chop Suey (American Goulash). Photo credit: xoxoBella.

American chop suey is a delicious dish that’s popular in the New England region. Also known as American goulash, this dish is meaty and tasty.
Get the Recipe: American Chop Suey (American Goulash)

Mexican Garbanzo Bean Soup

Mexican Garbanzo Bean Soup. Photo credit: Haute & Healthy Living.

Warm up with this super tasty Mexican Garbanzo Soup! This meatless soup is healthy, hearty, and can be made in around 30 minutes!
Get the Recipe: Mexican Garbanzo Bean Soup

Pork, Bean & Sauerkraut Soup (Istrian Jota)

Pork, Bean & Sauerkraut Soup (Istrian Jota). Photo credit: The Peasant’s Daughter.

Jota is a traditional pork, bean, and sauerkraut soup or stew from the Istrian region and it is eaten by Croats, Italians, and Slovenians.
Get the Recipe: Pork, Bean & Sauerkraut Soup (Istrian Jota)

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo

Spaghetti Squash Alfredo. Photo credit: Food Doodles.

If you love alfredo, but can’t afford to eat the regular, calorie-heavy version regularly, you will love this spaghetti squash alfredo made with a lightened-up sauce and spaghetti squash.
Get the Recipe: Spaghetti Squash Alfredo

Super Easy Spaghetti

Super Easy Spaghetti Recipe (Done In 15 Minutes!). Photo credit: Averie Cooks.

This Easy Spaghetti Recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and is a hearty, comforting meal during cooler months. Pair with a side salad for a full meal!
Get the Recipe: Super Easy Spaghetti

Beef Stew

Beef Stew Recipe {Homemade & Flavorful}. Photo credit: Spend With Pennies.

This beef stew recipe is comfort food heaven! Tender beef is simmered in beef broth with carrots, onions, celery, peas, and carrots until tender.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stew

Caprese Chicken

Caprese Chicken. Photo credit: Pink When.

Caprese Chicken is gluten-free, low carb, and ready in 30 minutes. Full of tangy, smokey flavors, fresh mozzarella, juicy tomato, and fresh basil.
Get the Recipe: Caprese Chicken

Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken. Photo credit: Whiskful Cooking.

Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken Ingredients: 1 pound chicken breasts · 0.87 ounces Caribbean Jerk Seasoning…
Get the Recipe: Easy Slow Cooker Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Marinated Chicken Fajitas

Marinated Chicken Fajitas. Photo credit: Killing Thyme.

These 6-ingredient marinated chicken fajitas are made with chicken breast meat for a lean and healthy dinner option everyone will love!
Get the Recipe: Marinated Chicken Fajitas

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Chicken enchilada casserole on a plate with bread.
Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake is filled with chicken, pasta, corn and beans. It’s a great way to use leftover chicken or a rotisserie chicken and this cheesy chicken bake is a delicious weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole Bake

Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta

Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta. Photo credit: My Incredible Recipes.

Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta is done all in one pot! Its creamy, cheesy, spicy, and savory! This is one dinner that has it all! Filled with savory kielbasa, pasta & creamy melted cheese all in a one-skillet meal that is sure to please everyone in the family!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Kielbasa Pasta

Air Fryer Unsloppy Joe Biscuit Pockets

Unsloppy joes on a bun with white plates.
Air Fryer Unsloppy Joe Biscuit Pockets. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This air fryer version of Manwich biscuits seals the tasty beef mixture inside a biscuit for a delicious meal. Manwich biscuits are the readymade sloppy joe sauce and you just need to cook them while these Pillsbury biscuit sloppy joes are homemade.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Unsloppy Joe Biscuit Pockets

Yummy Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl

Two bowls of asian stir fry with meat and vegetables.
Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Pork egg roll in a bowl is a low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. This is an easy recipe with ground pork, veggies, and other flavours which is sure to satisfy a craving for Asian food.
Get the Recipe: Yummy Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl

Cabbage Sausage Skillet

Cabbage Sausage Skillet Recipe. Photo credit: Masala Herb.

Flavorful cabbage sausage skillet, a quick and easy meal. Special seasoning and picking the right sausages make this a great lunch or dinner idea!
Get the Recipe: Cabbage Sausage Skillet

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice for the win. You’ll love this easy low carb cauliflower rice and chicken. {low carb, gluten free}
Get the Recipe: Cauliflower Chicken Fried Rice

Orecchiette With Sausage And Broccoli

Easy Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli. Photo credit: My Everyday Table.

This orecchiette with sausage and broccoli is a delicious and nutritious weeknight dinner. Ready in 30 min + made with 5 simple ingredients!
Get the Recipe: Easy Orecchiette with Sausage And Broccoli

Broccoli Cheese Casserole

Broccoli Cheese Casserole. Photo credit: Grandbaby Cakes.

Cheesy, creamy, and packed with broccoli, this Broccoli Cheese Casserole is a recipe loaded with onion, garlic, and 3 cheeses, then topped with buttery crackers!
Get the Recipe: Broccoli Cheese Casserole

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