Weeknight dinners should be all about simplicity and taste. That's why we rounded up the most delicious weeknight meals that are bursting with flavor and are easy to make. From sheet pan dinners to one-pot pasta dishes, there's a recipe here for everyone.
One Pan Vegetable Pasta

This one-pan vegetable pasta is a satisfying meal with hearty pasta packed with crunchy vegetables and perfectly cooked pasta, all smothered in gooey melted cheese. One Pan Vegetable Pasta.
Zucchini Noodles With Pesto And Halloumi
This zoodles with pesto and halloumi recipe uses ingredients like zucchini noodles and pine nuts for a grain-free, low-carbohydrates dish that doesn't compromise on flavor. Zucchini Noodles With Pesto And Halloumi.
Chicken Ragu Pasta
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.
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! Cod Piccata Recipe.
Grilled Vegetables 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. Grilled Vegetables Panini Recipe.
Ground Beef Casserole
This easy Ground Beef Casserole is a family favorite that's ready in 30 minutes. It's a hearty, satisfying meal-in-one with a wonderful Italian flavor that makes great leftovers. Ground Beef Casserole Recipe.
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. Chicken And Mushroom Stroganoff.
Sheet Pan Kielbasa And Vegetables
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.
Creamy Salmon Pasta
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.
Cowboy Beef And Rice Skillet
This delicious cowboy beef and rice skillet boasts plenty of hearty Tex-Mex flavors in every mouthful. It’s a tasty combination of ground beef, rice, tomatoes, and beans, along with flavors such as garlic, cumin, paprika, and cheese. Skillet recipes like this are really easy, and you can cook the whole thing in just one pot, which means a quick and easy cleanup afterward. This is the kind of flavorful recipe the whole family should enjoy. Cowboy Beef And Rice Skillet Recipe.
Gorgonzola Pasta With Pine Nuts
A deliciously simple pasta dish with lots of flavour, gorgonzola pasta is a wonderful option for a midweek lunch or a quick and tasty evening meal. Incredibly easy to make and hard not to fall head over heels in love with, this is one creamy pasta recipe that you'll want to master. Gorgonzola Pasta With Pine Nuts 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. Sheet Pan Greek Chicken And Vegetables.
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! Sloppy Joes Recipe.
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs
This oven baked chicken thighs recipe is a go-to one-pot recipe for busy weeknights that has a prep time of 5 minutes. It's a truly easy, family-friendly dish that delivers the juiciest chicken thighs straight from your oven. Oven Baked Chicken Thighs Recipe.
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta
This bright and meatless sun-dried tomato pasta combines al dente rigatoni noodles, a rich and creamy sun dried tomato sauce, shredded parmesan cheese, and baby spinach. Make it in less than 30 minutes for a comforting midweek dinner! Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta 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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