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    Home » Food & Drink

    Published: May, 2024. Updated: May, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    25 Deliciously Simple Meals Made with Just a Handful of Ingredients

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    We all get busy, and sometimes easy, delicious meals seem impossible. But guess what? You can cook fantastic food with just a few ingredients! That's right, no more shopping lists a mile long. With a little planning, you can turn pantry staples and fresh finds into amazing meals.

    This post is your guide to 25 tasty recipes that prove simple can be sensational. From one-pan wonders to quick skillet creations, you'll find dishes that satisfy everyone at the table.

    Bucatini Carbonara

    Bucatini Carbonara in a plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

    Discover how to make classic Bucatini Carbonara with this simple recipe. Enjoy a creamy, comforting Italian pasta dish ready in just 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

    Mussels In Sour Cream Garlic Sauce

    Creamy sour cream mussels in a pan sprinkled with parsley.
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    Creamy and incredibly comforting Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce. You need less then 30 minutes from start to finish to make this easy recipe. Enjoy these delicious mussels over rice or mashed potatoes. Get the recipe

    Seared Cod In Tomato Caper Sauce

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    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    The easiest and most delicious cod recipe you'll ever need. Seared to a flaky perfection and served with a tangy tomato-caper sauce over mashed potatoes or rice, this cod recipe makes an easy and delicious weeknight meal. Get the recipe

    Easy Balsamic Chicken

    Easy Balsamic Chicken in a pan.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

    Easy Balsamic Chicken is a quick one-pan dinner that can be whipped up in under 20 minutes. The tomatoes and balsamic vinegar make a delicious sauce, and you'll have a healthy and filling dinner in no time. Get the recipe

    Creamy Asparagus Soup

    Creamy asparagus soup in a grey bowl with croutons.
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    Creamy Roasted Asparagus Soup is deeply satisfying and easy to make. Roasted asparagus and garlic, provide depth of flavor in this warming vegan soup. It’s so delicious, has a light and creamy taste and ready in about 30 minutes. Get the recipe

    Super Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe

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    This super easy sloppy joes recipe requires only 5 ingredients and will be ready in 15 minutes! It’s the perfect weeknight meal for those busy days when you want to whip up something the whole family will love! Get the Recipe

    10-Minute Miso Soup

    White Miso and Seaweed Soup in a bowl.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    I'll show you how to make a vegan White Miso and Seaweed Soup in just 10 minutes. So easy, delicious and featuring a savory Miso paste broth, silken tofu, wakame and no dashi, this fast and fail-proof soup is sure to become your favorite for busy days. Get the recipe.

    Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs

    Soy Glazed Chicken Thighs on a plate.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

    Soy-Glazed Chicken Thighs have the juiciest and most tender meat under a wonderfully crispy chicken skin. This family favorite comfort food has only 4 basic ingredients, plus the chicken thighs. Get the recipe.

    Kale and Sausage Pasta

    Kale and Sausage Pasta in a plate with a fork aside.
    Photo credit: My Everyday Table

    In this easy kale + sausage pasta recipe, hot Italian sausage is used for flavor and kale brings some green nutrients to the mix. Sprinkle with a bit of parmesan and a drizzle of good olive oil – it’s all you need! Get the recipe.

    Caprese Chicken

    Caprese Chicken in a skillet.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

    This Easy 5-ingredient Caprese Chicken is everything you want in a one-pan meal. It’s wholesome, healthy, delicious, hearty, total comfort food, and a family favorite. The best part is this gluten-free dinner recipe has only 5 ingredients and is made in one pan. Get the recipe.

    Sweet Potato Gnocchi

    Sweet Potato Gnocchi with a sauce on a square platter.
    Photo credit: My Pure Plants

    Making gnocchi is super easy especially if you make them with sweet potatoes. No special ingredients or expensive gluten-free flour mix is needed, only pantry staples. Are you curious to try our 4-ingredient homemade sweet potato gnocchi recipe? We help you with tips, hacks, and more. Get the recipe.

    Cheesy Tortellini Casserole

    Tortellini Al Forno in a dish.
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    This cheap & cheesy Tortellini Casserole is a weeknight favorite done in 25 minutes with just 5 ingredients. A cheesy tortellini al forno that's packed with flavor, and a dish the whole family will love. It also heats up really well for delicious leftovers! Get the recipe.

    Roasted Smashed Potatoes

    Smashed potatoes on a baking sheet.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Get the recipe.

    Beef Quesadillas

    Beef Quesadillas on a wooden board.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

    Make delicious beef quesadillas at home with just 5 main ingredients. Perfect for a quick meal or party snack. Easy and cheesy! Get the recipe.

    Easy Egg Fried Rice

    Easy Egg Fried Rice with some chopped green onion in a patterned plate.
    Photo credit: Pups With Chopsticks

    This quick and easy Chinese egg fried rice features fluffy scrambled eggs that perfectly coat each grain of rice for the tastiest fried rice you’ve ever had! My recipe will give you authentic flavors easily at home in under 15 minutes! Get the recipe.

    5-Ingredient Chicken Drumsticks

    Chicken Drumsticks close up.
    Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings

    This easy five-ingredient Chicken Drumsticks recipe is tasty and simple and your entire family will love them! The crispy skin holds the moisture in, giving way to the tender meat that is juicy and flavorful thanks to a simple marinade made with tamari, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and garlic. Get the recipe.

    Unbreaded Eggplant Parm

    Unbreaded Eggplant Parm in a plate with a fork.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    This recipe for Unbreaded Eggplant Parm requires only 5 ingredients, is gluten free, and is the cheesy Italian comfort food of your dreams. Get the recipe.

    Creamy Sriracha Pasta 

    Creamy Sriracha Pasta on a plate.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian

    This creamy sriracha pasta sauce is savory, spicy, and garlicky, uses just four key ingredients, is suitable for vegetarians, and is ready in under fifteen minutes. Get the recipe.

    Apricot Glazed Ham Recipe

    Slices of Apricot Glazed Ham with side dishes on a plate.
    Photo credit: My Everyday Table

    This super easy apricot glazed ham recipe takes just minutes to prep, then roast it in the oven until its bubbly hot. The apricot glaze for ham adds a great sweet and savory component to the smoked ham that’s SO delicious and has an extra ingredient that will have your guests wondering what it is. Get the recipe.

    Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli

    Orecchiette with Sausage and Broccoli in a bowl.
    Photo credit: My Everyday Table

    This orecchiette with sausage and broccoli pasta has all of the components you need for a quick and easy meal, and it comes together in 30 minutes – perfect for weeknight dinners. And you might even have everything you need to make this Italian sausage pasta in your kitchen already – it’s made with just 5 simple ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Chicken Carnitas Tacos

    Three Chicken Carnitas Tacos on a plate.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    This easy recipe for chicken carnitas tacos is the best way to use up leftover or chicken or turkey! They can me made in just 15 minutes with only 5 simple ingredients. Get the recipe.

    Cajun Shrimp

    Cajun Shrimp with lemon on a plate.
    Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

    This Cajun shrimp is made with bold Cajun spices, the richness of butter, the tanginess of lemon juice, and a savory hint of garlic. It’s absolutely delicious, and you know the best part? You only need 5 ingredients to make it from scratch in 10 minutes! Get the recipe.

    Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry

    Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry and a fork on a white square plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

    Enjoy this simple, flavorful Chicken Broccoli Stir Fry recipe. Easy to prepare, packed with protein and veggies, it's perfect for a quick, healthy meal. Get the recipe.

    Sausage Balls

    Sausage Balls on a platter.
    Photo credit: Pear Tree Kitchen

    This one is a timeless Southern favorite – Sausage Balls! These little bites of heaven come together in under 30 minutes, using just three simple ingredients. Yep, you read that right – 3! It’s a must-have appetizer for any holiday gathering or even your lively tailgate parties. You know, the kind that gets everyone talking! Get the recipe.

    Black Bean Quesarito Recipe (Taco Bell Inspired)

    Black Bean Quesarito on a plate.
    Photo credit: My Everyday Table

    Yes this black bean quesarito is a Taco Bell copycat! Because who doesn’t want to make a bean burrito out of a cheese quesadilla?! It just makes sense and turns out it’s totally delicious, incredibly easy, and a really (really!) filling meal. Get the recipe.

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