15 Easy, 5-Ingredient Recipes That Prove Simple Can Be Spectacular

You don't need a full refrigerator and stocked pantry to make delicious meals; this collection of 15 easy dishes proves it.

The beauty of these recipes? They're all made with five ingredients. That's right, five common ingredients, not counting salt and pepper. Here you'll find flavorful baked pork tenderloin, speedy skillet shrimp, crockpot chicken and gravy, and so much more. Let's get cooking.

10-Minute Cajun Shrimp

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! Cajun Shrimp Recipe.

Easy Sloppy Joes

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! Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe.

4-Ingredient Pork Tenderloin

There's so much flavor in this JUICY and flavorful Buzhenina (Herb Roasted Pork Tenderloin). It hardly takes any effort to make and perfect for dinner or holidays. Classic Ukrainian recipe that uses 4 ingredients and never disappoints. Pork Tenderloin Recipe.

Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce

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. Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce.

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Perfectly tender baked zucchini loaded with sweet sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and cheese. Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Roasted Balsamic Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes

Simple recipe for Roasted Balsamic Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes is taken to another level with quick Balsamic reduction and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Easy side dish that goes with any meal. Oven-Roasted Balsamic Green Beans.

25-Minute Lemon Pasta

This lemon pasta is incredibly easy to make, and you only need 5 ingredients (plus salt and pepper) to get the most delicious pasta. It features tender pasta tossed in a tasty lemon sauce with hints of garlic and garnished with fresh parsley. What’s best is that you can have it ready in under 25 minutes! Lemon Pasta

Air Fryer Pulled Pork

With just 3 ingredients, you can make this deliciously tender air fryer pulled pork recipe to use in tacos, sandwiches, and pasta. Air Fryer Pulled Pork.

4-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Gravy with Noodles

This crockpot chicken and gravy recipe is a great choice for weeknights when you want something comforting, filling, and delicious – without a lot of prep time to make it happen. 4-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Gravy with Noodles

Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill

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. Smashed Red Potatoes With Dill Sauce.

Easy Egg Fried Rice

Quick and easy Chinese egg fried rice recipe with fluffy scrambled eggs that coat each grain of rice! Ready from start to finish in 15 minutes! Easy Egg Fried Rice.

Seared Cod In Tomato Caper Sauce

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. Seared Cod In Tomato Caper Sauce.

Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes

These Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes are fully loaded with lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. Plus, they couldn’t be easier to make! No boiling needed. Try this simple side dish the next time you’re craving something fresh, unique and flavorful. Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes With Lemon And Oregano.

10-Minute Miso Soup

I'll show you how to make a 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. White Miso and Seaweed Soup Recipe.

Baked Teriyaki Salmon

Need a quick, healthy weeknight meal? This Easy Teriyaki Salmon is a must for your weeknight rotation. The glaze is sticky sweet and a perfect topper to this mild roasted salmon. Baked Teriyaki Salmon.

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