Weeknight night dinner needs to be quick and easy! Each of these quick dinner recipes comes together in about 20 minutes! Whether you’re looking for chicken, beef, pork, or seafood you’ll find something delicious here!
I spend at least an hour each week menu planning. I know that my evenings are going to go way smoother if I have a plan!
I am always looking for quick and easy meals that I can get on the table in about 20 minutes or less. Our days are busy and evenings can be hectic so getting a delicious meal ready to eat in no time is important!
We also like a lot of variety in our meals! I have 3 hungry boys so I look for hearty meals that I know they’ll love!
So I’ve gathered together for you a nice big collection of quick dinner recipes that you can check out to find some that your family is sure to love!
Quick Beef & Pork Recipes
Quick Beef & Pork Recipes
These hearty dishes are sure to be a it with your family! Serve up these quick beef & pork recipes any night of the week!
Orange Beef with Cashews a family friendly meal in only 20 minutes!
Hamburger Beef Stroganoff Helper
This easy to make version and the hamburger keeps it budget friendly for an easy to make weeknight meal done in under 25 minutes.
Easy Shepherd's Pie
This Easy Shepherd’s Pie features a unique spin on the classic version and is ready in less than 20 minutes. Loaded with zesty ground beef, cheddar cheese, mixed veggies, and topped with creamy, cheesy mashed potatoes, this is the ultimate comfort dish for everyone to enjoy!
Beef And Broccoli Bake
Beef and broccoli is one of those classic combinations that never gets old. Whether the first time you tried it was at a Chinese restaurant or it is something your family has been making for decades, it is a staple that you can easily add to your menu plan without any major changes to your shopping list.
Spicy Asian Noodles
A quick Asian noodle recipe with lots of flavor and a kick of spice. This could be an easy dinner, lunch, or a late night snack
Easy Pan Seared Pork Chops
These easy pan seared pork chops are the juiciest pork chops you’ll ever try. Boneless pork chops are salt and peppered, then seared with olive oil, butter, and fresh oregano to create the perfect main dish.
French Dip Sandwiches
These easy homemade French dip sandwiches are comfort food heaven. Smoked beef brisket is layered with monterey jack cheese on a crusty baguette and served with a quick homemade au jus for dipping.
Hoisin Pork Stir-Fry - One Clever Chef
This Hoisin Pork Stir-Fry recipe is the perfect weeknight meal. Simple, no-fuss and quick, this delicious recipe is made with only 8 ingredients and one pan. This recipe was created with a roast pork tenderloin leftover, some green onions, and common vegetables. It is very adaptable as you can swap the meat or veggies with whatever is left in the fridge. Do you have leftover beef or chicken? This recipe has you covered. So don’t stress, you probably won’t have to hop to the grocery store to make this one! Paleo, Gluten-Free, and Dairy-Free.
Mexican Kielbasa and Cabbage Skillet
This fast one-pan Mexican Kielbasa and Cabbage Skillet dish is filling, crazy flavorful, and so easy for any weeknight dinner! Gluten free, dairy free, low carb, keto friendly, and low calorie, too!
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Szechuan Green Beans & Pork
Szechuan Green Beans & Pork is an approachable, easy recipe that is incredibly tasty and feeds a family in about 15 minutes!
15 Minute Thai Beef Salad Recipe
This Thai Beef Salad Recipe is super easy to make, and on the table in 15 minutes. It is packed with Thai flavors such as fish sauce, lime, lemongrass, chilies and garlic and is absolutely incredible!
Healthy Sausage, Bean, and Kale Skillet [Gluten-free
This Healthy Sausage, Bean, and Kale Skillet is so incredibly simple, you can have dinner on the table in WAY less than 30 minutes- and with only one pan to wash! It’s Gluten free, 21 Day Fix Approved, and also perfect for Weight Watchers. If kale isn’t your thing, this can easily be made with spinach!
Easy Beef Top Sirloin Recipe with Ranch Dressing Mix | Dr. Davinah's Eats
Looking for top sirloin recipes or recipes with ranch dressing mix? This easy beef top sirloin recipe uses dry ranch dressing seasoning as the main spice. In this post, I help you cook top sirloin steak on the stove, give you a recipe for a keto homemade ranch seasoning mix if you prefer to make your own, and list 10+ other keto steak recipes and recipes with ranch dry seasoning for you to enjoy.
Smoked Sausage Pasta w/ White Beans, Spinach, and Toasted Pine Nuts
Smoked sausage pasta is the perfect weeknight meal ready in 15 minutes. The smoked sausage brings a smoky flavor to the dish which means you don’t need extra spices! The healthy spinach, pine nuts and beans pair wonderfully, making this pasta dish a family favorite
Instant Pot Balsamic Pork Tenderloin
This easy balsamic pork tenderloin recipe only takes 7 minutes in the Instant Pot. Or cook it in the oven if you don’t have a pressure cooker.
Beef Tips and Mushrooms - Jersey Girl Cooks - Easy Dinner
Tenderloin Beef Tips and Mushrooms is my “go to” recipe for my boys. It’s easy to make and satisfies all beef lovers!
Ground Pork Stir Fry Recipe
Easy Instant Pot Ham Recipe with Vegetables
Looking for a filling yet quick meal idea for the family? This savory instant pot ham recipe with potatoes and carrots is an easy and delicious weeknight meal idea.
Taco Macaroni Bake
Looking for a quick and easy week night meal? This taco macaroni bake recipe will fit the bill. If you have 30 minutes to whip up a great meal that kids and adults will love, this recipe is for you!
15 Minute Steak Sandwiches
This is steak sandwich recipe is designed to get on the table fast but you’d never know it by the big beefy taste. This is our version of the Philly cheesesteak, with absolutely none of the fuss.
Cast Iron Flank Steak
Cast Iron Flank Steak is the perfect weeknight steak dinner. Economical, lean and high in protein, flavorful and cooks in under 10 minutes.
15 Minute Beef and Broccoli
This Beef and Broccoli recipe takes EASY to a whole new level. A rich sauce, full of flavor and comparable to your favorite Chinese restaurant, this easy Beef and Broccoli makes it to the table in 15 minutes.
Quick Chicken Recipes
Quick Chicken Recipes
These quick and easy chicken recipes are perfect for busy weeknights!
Delicious pan seared chicken topped with mozzarella, tomatoes, basil and balsamic! Caprese Chicken Skillet dinner is ready in 15 minutes!
Chicken Caprese Quesadillas are an easy meal that comes together in minutes. With shredded chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomatoes and basil, this dish is kid-friendly and perfect for just about any time!
This easy Chicken Parmesan Sandwich Recipe is a great weeknight meal you can make with store-bought rotisserie chicken. Perfect for those super busy school-nights, this 5 ingredient, kid-friendly sandwich recipe will be loved by your whole family! Ready in 15 minutes!
Oh, so fast! This Cider Glazed Chicken Breasts recipe from Cooking Light is amazing. They were ready in under twenty minutes, making them a perfect week-night meal, especially when you’re feeling particularly rushed.
This Skillet Chicken Rotini recipe tastes fantastic and easy to make. If you need a quick meal to fix that doesn’t lack taste you should give this dish a try. It would make a great family meal paired with a salad or your favorite veggies.
These Pan Roasted Chicken Thighs are unbelievably quick and easy to cook with just one pan. They are also delicious with crispy skin and juicy interior. Serve with salad, or rice and steamed vegetables for a tasty weeknight dinner.
An easy chicken wrap recipe you can throw together in just 15 minutes for a quick & healthy dinner or lunch. Featuring simple ingredients like shredded chicken, hummus, chopped fresh veggies, a homemade red wine vinaigrette, and crumbled cheese all piled onto a piece of soft & chewy naan bread
A healthy low carb and keto green chili casserole makes the ultimate comfort food dinner recipe when you need something quick and easy.
The combination of a savory chili Verde sauce, three kinds of cheese and shredded chicken make for the best chili Verde casserole you will absolutely love.
Are looking for any easy Chicken Alfredo recipe? This creamy chicken pasta is simple enough for a weekday meal but fancy enough for date night. Once you make this rich and creamy Alfredo sauce you will want to serve it with everything!
Instant Pot Frozen Chicken and Potatoes. A fast and delicious way to cook frozen chicken breasts and potatoes in the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker. Hardly any prep and a great example of an Instant Pot dump and start meal for lazy Instant Pot evenings
This QUICK AND EASY CHICKEN & DUMPLINGS recipe only takes 15 minutes and will taste just like your grandmother’s “made from scratch” version.
The beauty of this Chicken Stir Fry is that it covers all aspects nutritiously as a meal, you don’t have to worry about a side dish or that you forgot to serve a vegetable. This stir fry stars thinly sliced chicken as the protein. Broccoli, carrots, red bell pepper, and spinach as your daily dose of vegetables. An easy sauce made with soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, and cornstarch. All served over steaming hot rice.
Wonton soup made in 10 minutes? Yes, it’s true!
Are looking for a delicious fresh easy sandwich? Try this Greek chicken salad! It is full of crunchy veggies with a delicious tangy dressing!
Tender chicken sautéed in a flavorful creamy pink sauce made in one pan in just 20 minutes. This Low Carb Italian skillet is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner!
This deliciously easy Lemon Artichoke Chicken is made with thin chicken breast cutlets, marinated artichokes, fresh lemon juice and parsley. This winner, winner, chicken dinner comes out tender, juicy and extremely flavorful! It’s a favorite weeknight meal in this house.
Dinner in 20 minutes? Totally possible with this easy and yummy Italian Chicken Skillet! You only need a few ingredients, too, so this one is a TOTAL win for all the crazy busy nights!
Stuffed Avocado makes a healthy meal full of good fats and nutrition. Creamy, ripe avocados are wonderful stuffed with easy rotisserie chicken salad and flavored with seasoning and lime juice. It’s a complete meal that is satisfying and ready in just 20 minutes.
This easy Pad Thai recipe can be made as a chicken Pad Thai recipe, shrimp Pad Thai or even vegan pad Thai! It’s simple to make, great for all ages and eating preferences, and absolutely delicious! It’s the best Pad Thai recipe we’ve ever made at home!
You’re going to love this salad! The perfect combination of spicy buffalo sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and cool crisp veggies. This recipe is perfect to meal prep for a busy week or a great quick and easy dinner option that will take you less than 30 minutes to whip up.
This 15 minute Chicken Ramen Stir Fry is a delicious way to spruce up your instant ramen noodles without the flavor packets. It’s ready in minutes and tastes so much better!
Need a fast dinner that’s healthy too? You can have this 20-Minute Chicken and Rice Skillet Dinner recipe ready in no time!
Quick Seafood Recipes
Quick Seafood Recipes
If you love shrimp, salmon, or other delicious seafood dishes you'll love these quick seafood recipes perfect for any dinner!
These easy scrambled egg tacos are perfect for lunch or dinner. Once you taste the combination of eggs and smoked salmon, this just might become your new favourite egg recipe.
Seafood Curry lovers come check out this warm, comforting and easy Prawn Curry Recipe. It is rich, indulgent and better than a takeaway and great for a quick weeknight meal. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions and images to whip up your very own King Prawn Curry tonight!!!
Seafood Curry lovers come check out this warm, comforting and easy Prawn Curry Recipe. It is rich, indulgent and better than a takeaway and great for a quick weeknight meal. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions and images to whip up your very own King Prawn Curry tonight!!!
This sautéed shrimp with zucchini showcases natural sweetness of shrimps and zucchini. The addition of garlic and lemon juice makes the dish flavorful and delicious. It is a quick and easy one-pan meal for busy days.
This sautéed shrimp with zucchini showcases natural sweetness of shrimps and zucchini. The addition of garlic and lemon juice makes the dish flavorful and delicious. It is a quick and easy one-pan meal for busy days.
This sautéed shrimp with zucchini showcases natural sweetness of shrimps and zucchini. The addition of garlic and lemon juice makes the dish flavorful and delicious. It is a quick and easy one-pan meal for busy days.
This sautéed shrimp with zucchini showcases natural sweetness of shrimps and zucchini. The addition of garlic and lemon juice makes the dish flavorful and delicious. It is a quick and easy one-pan meal for busy days.
Need an easy & healthy fish recipe? Try this pan-seared mahi-mahi (a neutral-tasting white fish) topped with fresh pineapple salsa. Serve it with your favorite sides for a quick weeknight meal in less than 30 minutes
Need an easy & healthy fish recipe? Try this pan-seared mahi-mahi (a neutral-tasting white fish) topped with fresh pineapple salsa. Serve it with your favorite sides for a quick weeknight meal in less than 30 minutes
Need an easy & healthy fish recipe? Try this pan-seared mahi-mahi (a neutral-tasting white fish) topped with fresh pineapple salsa. Serve it with your favorite sides for a quick weeknight meal in less than 30 minutes
Need an easy & healthy fish recipe? Try this pan-seared mahi-mahi (a neutral-tasting white fish) topped with fresh pineapple salsa. Serve it with your favorite sides for a quick weeknight meal in less than 30 minutes
Air fryer salmon is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon. The salmon turns out juicy, flaky, with a perfectly crispy exterior. As it cooks in the air fryer, prepare a simple but rich and buttery lemon sauce to cover the salmon before it’s served.
Air fryer salmon is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon. The salmon turns out juicy, flaky, with a perfectly crispy exterior. As it cooks in the air fryer, prepare a simple but rich and buttery lemon sauce to cover the salmon before it’s served.
Air fryer salmon is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon. The salmon turns out juicy, flaky, with a perfectly crispy exterior. As it cooks in the air fryer, prepare a simple but rich and buttery lemon sauce to cover the salmon before it’s served.
Air fryer salmon is one of the easiest ways to cook salmon. The salmon turns out juicy, flaky, with a perfectly crispy exterior. As it cooks in the air fryer, prepare a simple but rich and buttery lemon sauce to cover the salmon before it’s served.
Prawns and Broccoli in a coconut red curry sauce with ramen noodles is one of our favourite dinners. The red curry recipe is perfect for family meals, it comes together in about 15 minutes and is flavourful without being spicy.
Prawns and Broccoli in a coconut red curry sauce with ramen noodles is one of our favourite dinners. The red curry recipe is perfect for family meals, it comes together in about 15 minutes and is flavourful without being spicy.
Prawns and Broccoli in a coconut red curry sauce with ramen noodles is one of our favourite dinners. The red curry recipe is perfect for family meals, it comes together in about 15 minutes and is flavourful without being spicy.
Prawns and Broccoli in a coconut red curry sauce with ramen noodles is one of our favourite dinners. The red curry recipe is perfect for family meals, it comes together in about 15 minutes and is flavourful without being spicy.
Enjoy this sweet and savory honey garlic salmon recipe that’s perfect for two! Serve over warm, fiber-filled veggies for an easy, healthy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! Head over to Instagram and watch me make this recipe on my stories!
Enjoy this sweet and savory honey garlic salmon recipe that’s perfect for two! Serve over warm, fiber-filled veggies for an easy, healthy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! Head over to Instagram and watch me make this recipe on my stories!
Enjoy this sweet and savory honey garlic salmon recipe that’s perfect for two! Serve over warm, fiber-filled veggies for an easy, healthy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! Head over to Instagram and watch me make this recipe on my stories!
Enjoy this sweet and savory honey garlic salmon recipe that’s perfect for two! Serve over warm, fiber-filled veggies for an easy, healthy dinner that’s ready in under 15 minutes! Head over to Instagram and watch me make this recipe on my stories!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hands up if you like baked salmon? I mean how could you not; it’s so tasty, healthy and really quick to prepare. Throw it next to a salad or some steamed greens and you’ve got a fancy dinner that is sure to impress.
Hands up if you like baked salmon? I mean how could you not; it’s so tasty, healthy and really quick to prepare. Throw it next to a salad or some steamed greens and you’ve got a fancy dinner that is sure to impress.
Hands up if you like baked salmon? I mean how could you not; it’s so tasty, healthy and really quick to prepare. Throw it next to a salad or some steamed greens and you’ve got a fancy dinner that is sure to impress.
Hands up if you like baked salmon? I mean how could you not; it’s so tasty, healthy and really quick to prepare. Throw it next to a salad or some steamed greens and you’ve got a fancy dinner that is sure to impress.
This Salmon Fettuccine only takes 20min to make so there’s no excuse to order take-away.
This Salmon Fettuccine only takes 20min to make so there’s no excuse to order take-away.
This Salmon Fettuccine only takes 20min to make so there’s no excuse to order take-away.
This Salmon Fettuccine only takes 20min to make so there’s no excuse to order take-away.
This creamy salmon piccata recipe is fast and totally delicious! All you need is 20 minutes to make this tender salmon in a lemon caper cream sauce
This creamy salmon piccata recipe is fast and totally delicious! All you need is 20 minutes to make this tender salmon in a lemon caper cream sauce
This creamy salmon piccata recipe is fast and totally delicious! All you need is 20 minutes to make this tender salmon in a lemon caper cream sauce
This creamy salmon piccata recipe is fast and totally delicious! All you need is 20 minutes to make this tender salmon in a lemon caper cream sauce
Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Asparagus is light, healthy and delicious! Topped with a yummy herb dressing it’s nutritious and tasty, and you can have this simple skillet dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes!
Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Asparagus is light, healthy and delicious! Topped with a yummy herb dressing it’s nutritious and tasty, and you can have this simple skillet dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes!
Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Asparagus is light, healthy and delicious! Topped with a yummy herb dressing it’s nutritious and tasty, and you can have this simple skillet dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes!
Easy Pan Seared Salmon with Asparagus is light, healthy and delicious! Topped with a yummy herb dressing it’s nutritious and tasty, and you can have this simple skillet dinner on the table in less than 20 minutes!
This Quick and Easy Creamy Shrimp Creole recipe features succulent shrimp drenched in a spicy tomato sauce with sour cream, mushrooms, peppers, and fresh tomatoes. It’s delicious in a totally unforgettable way!
This Quick and Easy Creamy Shrimp Creole recipe features succulent shrimp drenched in a spicy tomato sauce with sour cream, mushrooms, peppers, and fresh tomatoes. It’s delicious in a totally unforgettable way!
This Quick and Easy Creamy Shrimp Creole recipe features succulent shrimp drenched in a spicy tomato sauce with sour cream, mushrooms, peppers, and fresh tomatoes. It’s delicious in a totally unforgettable way!
This Quick and Easy Creamy Shrimp Creole recipe features succulent shrimp drenched in a spicy tomato sauce with sour cream, mushrooms, peppers, and fresh tomatoes. It’s delicious in a totally unforgettable way!
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a light pasta dish mixing shrimp, fresh parsley and a lemon garlic butter sauce. This seafood pasta recipe is a great for a romantic date night, a dinner party or a light weeknight meal. Pair with a good bottle of white wine, crusty bread and a salad.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a light pasta dish mixing shrimp, fresh parsley and a lemon garlic butter sauce. This seafood pasta recipe is a great for a romantic date night, a dinner party or a light weeknight meal. Pair with a good bottle of white wine, crusty bread and a salad.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a light pasta dish mixing shrimp, fresh parsley and a lemon garlic butter sauce. This seafood pasta recipe is a great for a romantic date night, a dinner party or a light weeknight meal. Pair with a good bottle of white wine, crusty bread and a salad.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta is a light pasta dish mixing shrimp, fresh parsley and a lemon garlic butter sauce. This seafood pasta recipe is a great for a romantic date night, a dinner party or a light weeknight meal. Pair with a good bottle of white wine, crusty bread and a salad.
Seared salmon in a lemon piccata sauce with capers and sautéed fresh spinach, all made in one skillet!
Seared salmon in a lemon piccata sauce with capers and sautéed fresh spinach, all made in one skillet!
Seared salmon in a lemon piccata sauce with capers and sautéed fresh spinach, all made in one skillet!
Seared salmon in a lemon piccata sauce with capers and sautéed fresh spinach, all made in one skillet!
This easy Keto Garlic Shrimp Scampi Recipe is perfect if you’re looking for a quick meal. With just a few ingredients and one-pan, you’ll easily be able to make this restaurant quality dish at home. In this post, I share how to make Shrimp Scampi for Keto, Paleo, Low-carb, Atkins, and Whole30
This easy Keto Garlic Shrimp Scampi Recipe is perfect if you’re looking for a quick meal. With just a few ingredients and one-pan, you’ll easily be able to make this restaurant quality dish at home. In this post, I share how to make Shrimp Scampi for Keto, Paleo, Low-carb, Atkins, and Whole30
This easy Keto Garlic Shrimp Scampi Recipe is perfect if you’re looking for a quick meal. With just a few ingredients and one-pan, you’ll easily be able to make this restaurant quality dish at home. In this post, I share how to make Shrimp Scampi for Keto, Paleo, Low-carb, Atkins, and Whole30
I hope you find the perfect quick dinner recipes on this list for your family! Come back and let me know what you try!
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