35 Quick & Delicious Recipes We Can Make in Under 30 Minutes

Short on time but still hungry for yummy food? We all know that feeling! Don't worry, this post is here to help! We have 35 amazing recipes that you can make in just 30 minutes or less.

These are not just any recipes - they are delicious meals that will have your family and friends saying "wow"! Forget the takeout menus and get ready to cook something delicious. Even on busy weeknights, you can be a kitchen star!

Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe

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.

Creamy Tomato Risotto

Creamy Tomato Risotto is a simple yet super flavorful recipe that is sure to become a family's favorite. This healthy Cherry Tomato Risotto is ready in just 30 minutes and great for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry

General Tso shrimp is an easy Chinese shrimp dish which you can rustle up in less than 30 minutes. It offers sweet, tangy and savoury flavours, along with a hint of spice. Get the recipe

Creamy Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

This Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is a creamy, savory, luxurious dinner inspired by delicious Eastern European cuisine and it's ready to eat in just half an hour! You simply can't beat this easy stroganoff recipe for a one-skillet, thirty-minute dinner when you're ready for a satisfying, comforting meal that doesn't involve slaving in the kitchen all afternoon. Get the recipe.

Polish Dill Pickle Soup

Dill Pickle Soup is my all-time favorite soup recipe for busy weeknights. It requires merely 30 minutes of your time and provides you with a hearty and satisfying bite. This easy soup is savory, creamy and kids love it too. Perfect for lunch or dinner, especially in cold winter weather. Get the recipe.

Cod Piccata

This Easy Cod Piccata in a creamy Picatta sauce makes a quick 30-minute dinner recipe your family will love. Creamy, a bit briny and so so good! Get the recipe.

Honey Mustard Chicken

This Honey Mustard Chicken is exactly what you need if you're looking for a flavor-packed, one-pan dinner meal that can be made in just 30 minutes! And the creamy honey mustard cream sauce is amazing on rice, potatoes, and roasted veggies, too!  Get the recipe.

Green Borscht with Spinach

Such a delicious Green Borscht with Spinach. Classic Ukrainian recipe your whole family will enjoy. Ready to be served in 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Easy Vegetable Coconut Curry

This easy Curry Recipe with chickpeas and coconut milk is perfect for cleaning out the fridge. Use any vegetables you have, add some aromatic spices and coconut milk, and boom, you have a fantastic and healthy plant-based meal perfect for busy days. Get the recipe.

Chicken Ragu Pasta

This healthy, savory, and quick-to-make Chicken Ragu Pasta is bound to become a favorite family meal. Enjoy this homemade pasta with ground chicken in just half an hour. Get the recipe.

15-Minute Garlic Mussels

A ridiculously quick and easy recipe for dinner requires just a handful of ingredients. These Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce are such a comforting seafood dish, perfect for those busy weeknights when you just don't feel like cooking. Get the recipe.

Easy Spaghetti Carbonara

Easy Spaghetti Carbonara is comfort food at its best. Made with crispy bacon and a delicious combination of Italian cheeses, this flavorful pasta will quickly become your favorite hearty meal. Get the recipe.

Cozy Lentil Soup

This traditional Turkish Lentil Soup also called Mercimek çorbası is a uniquely fragrant, cozy, and satisfying soup perfect for chilly days. You can make it in no time and enjoy for lunch or a hearty dinner. Get the recipe.

Creamy Peanut Butter Noodle Stir-Fry

Easy Glass Noodles Stir Fry aka Mung Bean Vermicelli in a flavorful Almond Butter Sauce. This simple yet delicious recipe comes together quickly and perfect for lunch or dinner in a hurry. Get the recipe.

White Bean Mushroom Soup

This White Bean Mushroom Soup is super easy to make, comforting, and satisfying. Made with fresh vegetables and pantry staples, this is an easy vegan soup packed with plant-based protein and lots of flavors. Get the recipe.

Eggplant Coconut Curry

This Eggplant Zucchini Red Curry with tofu and coconut milk is an easy vegan recipe perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights. Simple and flavorful. Get the recipe.

Mushroom Stroganoff Pasta

Creamy, flavorful, comforting and done in less than 30 minutes, this Mushroom Stroganoff is a delicious pasta dish for lunch or quick weeknight dinner. Get the recipe.

Creamy Roasted Asparagus Soup

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.

Seared Salmon with Browned Potatoes

Crispy Seared Salmon with lightly Browned Potatoes and Garlicky Green Beans make a quick and no-fuss weeknight meal you and your family will enjoy. Get the recipe.

Chicken Sausage Pasta 

Our Chicken Sausage Pasta for a straightforward, satisfying meal. We combine juicy chicken sausage, tender pasta, and spinach for a tasty and easy-to-make dish full of flavor. Get the recipe.

15-Minute Seared Cod with Capers

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.

Creamy Chicken Pasta

On your table in just 30 minutes - this Creamy Chicken Pasta is a winner every time! Packed full of fall flavors like red wine, mushrooms and thyme, it's a perfect Saturday night dinner - that you will love to have in your lunchbox come Monday. And sure to become your new favorite pasta dish! Get the recipe.

Creamy Polenta with Mushrooms

This Polenta Recipe is ready in just 30 minutes! It's easy to make and packed with umami flavor from the miso and fried mushrooms. Get the recipe.

15-Minute Spicy Sausage Pasta

Make this Spicy Sausage Pasta in under 15 minutes with just 6 ingredients. Packed with flavor from fresh sausage, garlic, parmesan and bacon - with a lighter touch from spinach. Get the recipe.

Easy Tuna Wrap

Fast and easy meals don’t come together much quicker than a wrap. Especially when all you have to do is crack open a can of tuna. These Easy Tuna Wraps are filling and totally delicious. Get the recipe.

Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms 

Make this Gnocchi with Bacon & Mushrooms in just 25 minutes, with few ingredients and incredible taste. Made with store bought gnocchi and a touch of cream it's topped with a generous amount of Parmesan cheese. Get the recipe.

Chicken Teriyaki Noodles

If you love teriyaki chicken and a thick sweet and savory sauce with chewy noodles, this is a fantastic noodle dish to try. To make this even easier, you can use leftover or store-bought rotisserie chicken and use frozen udon noodles which don't require any additional parboiling. Get the recipe.

Tender and Juicy Air Fryer Ribeye Steak

Don’t have a BBQ but still want to enjoy drool-worthy steaks? We've got you covered with this delicious air fryer ribeye steak recipe. Cooked to perfection, juicy, and tender, you’ll pull out your air fryer more often than usual! Get the recipe.

Creamy Salmon Pasta 

This Easy and Creamy Salmon Pasta features quickly seared salmon tossed in a creamy, smoky sauce along with your favorite pasta. This hearty and satisfying dish is loaded with flavor and comes together in no time. Get the recipe.

Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry

This Sheet Pan Chicken Stir Fry is a quick and easy weeknight dinner your family will love. Making it in a sheet pan makes it a hands off, no stir, stir fry! Get the recipe.

Miso Pesto Pasta

This 30-minute Creamy Miso Pesto Pasta with Pecans is simply the best. Packed with a savory white Miso paste, garlic and crunchy Pecans, this easy pasta makes a perfect recipe for busy weeknights. Get the recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas

We’re adding thinly sliced buffalo chicken and sautéed peppers and onions to our super cheesy quesadilla. It’s SO GOOD! Get the recipe.

Baked Cauliflower Gnocchi

This comforting cauliflower gnocchi recipe is a one skillet meal with ground pork, crushed tomatoes, spinach and melted mozzarella cheese. Baked on the stove top then finished under the broiler in under 30 minutes. Get the recipe.

Sausage and Cauliflower Rice Skillet

This sausage and cauliflower rice skillet made with peppers is an incredibly easy keto cauliflower rice recipe that is ready in no time! Get the recipe.

Beef Burrito Bowl

Looking for a hearty and satisfying meal that’s both delicious and easy to make? Look no further than this beef burrito bowl recipe! Packed with flavor and loaded with healthy ingredients like black beans and fresh veggies, this dish is the perfect way to get your daily doses of protein and fiber. Get the recipe.