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

    15 Super Lazy Recipes For When You Don't Feel Like Cooking (But Are Really Hungry)

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    Let's face it, there are days when the last thing you want to do is cook a meal. We've all been there. Chopping, cutting, and hours of stirring just do not sound appealing. That's why we compiled a list of 15 easy recipes that are made for busy weeknights. We're talking effortless sheet-pan meals, flavorful slow-cooker dishes, and speedy dinners you'll want to make every day.

    Sheet Pan Kielbasa And Vegetables

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    This Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies is a quick and fuss-free dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Just dump all of the ingredients on a cooking tray and bake. This recipe can be made with regular sausages and any vegetables you have in your fridge. Sheet Pan Kielbasa and Veggies Recipe.

    Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew

    Slow cooker summer beef stew in a white bowl.
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    This summer beef stew is made in the slow cooker so the house stays cool. Enjoy this classic dish with a summer vegetable twist! Slow Cooker Summer Beef Stew Recipe.

    15-Minite Cod With Tomato Caper Sauce

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    This is 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. 15-Minite Cod With Tomato Caper Sauce Recipe.

    Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Pork Chops

    Sheet pan honey garlic pork chops.
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    Sheet pan honey garlic pork chops with roasted vegetables make a delicious dinner. This homestyle dinner couldn’t be simpler! Sheet Pan Honey Garlic Pork Chops Recipe.

    Easy Bean Stew

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    If you're short on time, consider making this delicious vegan Bean Stew. It's not only a quick and easy dish, but it definitely doesn't compromise on flavor either. Plus, it's hearty, comforting, and absolutely nourishing making it perfect for the family. And what's best is that it's also healthy! Easy Bean Stew Recipe.

    Greek Chicken And Potatoes

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    This Sheet Pan Greek Chicken And Vegetables recipe is the perfect example of delicious flavors and easy cooking. The best part? It's a one-pan wonder, delivering tender, juicy chicken and perfectly crisp veggies with minimal cleanup. Sheet Pan Greek Chicken And Vegetables Recipe.

    Creamy Salmon Pasta

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    This easy and Creamy Salmon Pasta recipe is a deliciously simple way to elevate your weeknight dinners. Combining quickly seared salmon with a creamy, smoky sauce and your pasta of choice, this dish is a flavorful, satisfying meal that's ready in just 25 minutes! Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe.

    Sheet Pan Steak and Shrimp Fajitas

    Sheet Pan Steak and Shrimp Fajitas in tortillas on a plate.
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    Steak and shrimp fajitas are the easiest way to enjoy a surf and turf dinner at home. Simply seasoned and cooked on one pan in the oven in under 20 minutes, this is the perfect weeknight dinner. Sheet Pan Steak and Shrimp Fajitas Recipe.

    Slow Cooker Mustard Chicken And Potatoes

    Mustard Chicken with Potatoes in a Crockpot.
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    This Crockpot Mustard Chicken with Potatoes is all about turning a classic dinner recipe into an easy, hearty, and delicious meal the whole family will love. You can’t go wrong with this one! Slow Cooker Mustard Chicken And Potatoes Recipe.

    Chicken Ragu Pasta

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    This simple chicken ragu pasta may be easy to make and use everyday ingredients, but there's nothing basic about its flavor. This yummy, savory, and quick-to-make dinner idea is bound to become a favorite family meal. Enjoy this homemade pasta with ground chicken in just half an hour. Chicken Ragu Pasta Recipe.

    Sheet Pan Ham Dinner

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    This sheet pan ham dinner is perfect for a busy weeknight evening, when you don’t have a lot of time or energy to cook but you still want to serve up something quick and delicious. The dish combines rosemary potatoes and green beans with juicy ham steaks for a flavourful and well-balanced meal all the family are going to enjoy. Sheet Pan Ham Dinner Recipe.

    Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce

    Garlic Mussels in a pan.
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    Ridiculously quick and easy recipe for dinner that 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. Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce Recipe.

    Ground Beef Tacos

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    Tacos are a go-to meal that everyone loves. They are simple, tasty, and super quick to make. Ground beef tacos are the classic version that most people think of when they hear the word "tacos." You've got juicy beef, crunchy shells, and all your favorite toppings like cheese, lettuce, and salsa. What's not to love? Plus, it's easy to customize them to your liking. Ground Beef Tacos Recipe.

    5-Ingredient 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! 5-Ingredient Sloppy Joe Recipe.

    10-Minute Cajun Shrimp

    Cajun shrimp in a bowl sprinkled with parsley and topped with lemon pieces.

    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! 10-Minute Cajun Shrimp Recipe.

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    Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
    Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.

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