Everyone loves a good home-cooked meal but not all of the time that some meals require. These 10 Delicious Meals Ready in 30-Minutes or Less are sure to make your weeknights easier. When you need to get dinner on the table quick this list is here to save the day.
And if you enjoy cooking but just can’t decide what to make be sure to take a look at our free dinner meal plans that come with a free printable grocery list. Our 12 Cozy Meals for Fall and Winter are also great options!
Easy Homemade Pasta Carbonara
This Easy Homemade Pasta Carbonara is perfect for a weeknight meal and is ready in under 30 minutes.
Healthy Mediterranean Avocado Hummus Bowl
This Healthy Mediterranean Avocado Hummus Bowl is a delicious lunch, dinner or snack! To make this recipe even faster, use a store bought hummus instead of making your own.
One Pot Black Bean and Corn Soup
One Pot Black Bean and Corn Soup is loaded with beans, corn, crushed tomatoes, chicken (optional) and lots of seasoning! Top it with cheese and tortilla strips or chips. It is cooked in one pot and ready in about 30 minutes making it perfect for a weeknight meal. Also, a great way to use up any cooked meat. Add leftover chicken or beef to this recipe.
Chili Mac and Cheese
This easy one pot Chili Mac and Cheese is a delicious meal that will be ready in about 30 minutes! It is loaded with meat, peppers, onions, seasoning and cheese!
Turkey Sloppy Joes
Sloppy Joes lightened up with turkey and hidden veggies. These sandwiches are delicious and filling. Serve on regular-size buns or sliders. Add a quick salad, steamed veggies or chips to complete the meal.
Simple Gluten-Free Chicken Piccata
This Simple Gluten-Free Chicken Piccata is chicken served in a lemon wine sauce with capers. While the chicken is cooking, cook some pasta to serve with the chicken.
Lemon Butter Shrimp and Pasta
This Lemon Butter Shrimp and Pasta dish is loaded with shrimp, broccoli, butter, garlic and herbs. Use fresh or already cooked shrimp for this recipe.
Easy Mediterranean Quinoa Bowl
This is the perfect lunch or dinner recipe for any day! It is quick to put together. This recipe is for one bowl, but can be doubled or tripled! Keep it vegetarian or add some leftover meat to the bowl for some added protein.
Black Bean Quinoa Burgers
Homemade vegetarian Black Bean and Quinoa Burgers are super easy to make. Serve on a bun with your favorite quick side dish.
Simple Mediterranean Orzo Salad
This light and delicious Simple Mediterranean Orzo Salad is super easy to make and the leftovers are perfect to pack for lunch.
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