20 Unexpectedly Delicious Dishes Made with Common Ingredients

This 20 recipe collection is about turning fridge and pantry staples into amazing meals. We'll show you how simple ingredients you already have can be mixed and matched to create dishes that are bursting with flavor.

With just a few basic items, you can whip up a feast that'll have everyone asking for seconds. From turning leftover chicken into a vibrant stir-fry to whipping up a creamy tomato pasta with pantry staples, this post will make you a kitchen hero in no time!

Korean Beef and Rice

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, then try this Korean beef and rice! It’s the perfect combination of flavors for a meal that’s going to become a new family favorite! With a few pantry staples, you can make a delicious meal from start to finish in just 15 minutes! Get the recipe.

Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi

This easy shrimp scampi pasta without wine is delicious and served with pappardelle pasta. This recipe also calls for jumbo shrimp since they're juicier and more flavorful. Simple ingredients combine to create a deliciously creamy scampi sauce. You will love the simplicity of this dish, yet it blows away in terms of how good it is! 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.

30-Minute Noodle Stir-Fry

These Stir Fry Noodles are incredibly easy to make, packed with flavor, and the perfect recipe for busy weeknights! It features perfectly stir-fried veggies, tasty tofu, and delicious noodles coated in a simple, flavorful homemade stir-fry sauce! Get the recipe.

Easy Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff

This Chicken Mushroom Stroganoff is the perfect one-pot meal that'll be ready in under 30 minutes to give you a deliciously satisfying meal without having to slave away in the kitchen all day! It features chicken stroganoff, the chicken version of this incredibly popular East European dish that we've all come to know and love. 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 Greek Chicken and Vegetables

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. Get the recipe.

Creamy Mushroom Soup

It's a Ukrainian Mushroom Soup. After you take the first sip of it, you'll instantly feel cozy and warm. Classic autumn soup with a ton of flavor. Get the recipe.

Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini

Loaded with flavorful Grilled Veggies, melty Mozzarella and smothered in grilled pepper tapenade, these easy Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini don't require panini maker. You can make them with just a grill pan and one easy trick. Get the recipe.

Baked Potato

This Healthy Baked Potato is stuffed with the tastiest vegetables like spinach and mushrooms. It's easy, healthy and makes the ultimate comfort food. It is perfect for any occasion. Get the recipe.

Polish Sauerkraut Soup

If you’re looking for a soup this fall or winter that’s comforting, filling, and slightly tangy, then give this Polish sauerkraut soup a try. Traditionally known as Kapusniak, it’s a tasty combination of tender pork ribs simmered in a rich broth, combined with the tangy sauerkraut and hearty potatoes. Get the recipe.

Creamy Kale and Mushroom Lasagna

Have you ever made vegetable lasagna? No? It's time to fix that. This Creamy Kale and Mushroom Lasagna is full of delicious and aromatic mushrooms, covered in a cheesy Bechamel sauce and fresh Mozzarella and baked until bubbly perfection. Get the recipe.

Cashew Tofu Stir Fry

A delicious quick and easy weeknight dinner. Baked crispy tofu and crunchy cashews tossed in a sticky ginger garlic sauce. Serve with rice and steamed broccoli for a healthy, balanced meal. Get the recipe.

Creamy Mushroom Risotto

I can confidently say this is the best creamy mushroom risotto I ever made. For a relatively simple creamy risotto recipe, it boasts huge flavour. This is also a wonderful side dish for chicken or turkey, or a standalone dish for vegetarians. Get the recipe.

Homemade Pork and Bean recipe

Craving a delicious dish that’s quick and easy to make? This Homemade Pork and Beans recipe is the one for you! With tender chunks of pork shoulder, crispy bacon, and soft navy beans, it’s a dish that's as satisfying as it looks! What’s best is that it’s ready from scratch in just 35 minutes! Get the recipe.

Garlic Chili Oil Noodles

These Garlic Chili Oil Noodles are my go-to noodle dish when I’m craving something quick and easy! They’re the perfect comfort food and can be made in just 10 minutes! Get the recipe.

Blackened Cod

Simple pantry seasonings and a quick pan-sear is all it takes to make this delicious blackened cod recipe. Get the recipe.

Spicy Sausage Pasta

Make this Spicy Sausage Pasta recipe 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.

Tomato and White Bean Soup

Our Tomato and White Bean Soup is a perfect blend of hearty beans, juicy tomatoes, and a handful of fresh spinach, all simmered together to create a filling and satisfying dish. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and incredibly easy to make. You'll want to keep this recipe for the next rainy day! Get the recipe.

Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Meet your new favorite 15-minute dinner – buffalo chicken flatbread pizza! This buffalo chicken flatbread recipe is so simple to make with just 6 simple ingredients. Yes, even toddlers can top their own personal pizzas. It’s a great DIY easy weeknight dinner, game day, or super bowl snack. Get the recipe.