Faster Than You Can Say ‘What’s For Dinner?’: 24 Quick Dinner Recipes

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I know that after a long days of work, the last thing you want to do is spend hours in the kitchen preparing dinner – that’s why I’ve decided to put together a collection of some of the most delicious, quick and easy dinner recipes that will take you no more than 30 minutes to prepare. Ditch the takeout and try these simple and flavorful meals that will save you time without compromising on taste. You’ll impress yourself.

Cuban Sliders a.k.a. Mini Medianoche Sandwiches

Cuban Sliders a.k.a. Mini Medianoche Sandwiches by Gimme From Scratch
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These easy Cuban sliders, also known as mini medianoche sandwiches are made with leftover pulled mojo pork (lechon asado), ham, Swiss cheese, dill pickles and creamy mustard sauce and served on sweet Hawaiian rolls. These mouth-watering sliders are a great addition to your game day menu or as a quick and tasty snack are low on time and need something fast.

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Pesto Pasta with Mushroom and Tomatoes

Pesto Pasta with Mushroom and Tomatoes by Life as a Strawberry
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This Noodles & Company Pesto Cavatappi copycat recipe is easy to make and ready in 30 minutes! With fresh pesto, mushrooms, and diced tomatoes.

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Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef

Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef by Lauren Fit Foodie
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These Healthy Stuffed Peppers with Ground Beef make the perfect weeknight dinner! They’re lower in carbs, high in protein and you can have dinner on the table in just 30 minutes!

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Shrimp Fajitas

Shrimp Fajitas by Low Carb Spark
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Learn how to make the ultimate shrimp fajitas recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes. Enjoy a flavorful feast that combines succulent shrimp, vibrant veggies, and spices. Whether it’s a quick weeknight meal or a special occasion, these one-pan fajitas use easy-to-find ingredients and deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort.

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One Pan Skillet Lasagna

One Pan Skillet Lasagna by Lauren Fit Foodie
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Looking for a faster, easier, and healthier way to enjoy lasagna? You’ve got to try this Healthy Skillet Lasagna. It’s perfect for even those busy weeknights, coming together in one pan in just 30 minutes!

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Oven Baked Nachos

Oven Baked Nachos by Free Your Fork
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These easy oven baked nachos lean on simple ingredients and bake for just 10 minutes! Store bought tortilla chips, shredded cheese, salsa, and canned beans makes for quick prep (perfect for a snack, appetizer, or last minute dinner idea!).

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Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso Glazed Salmon by Savory Sweet Spoon
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This Miso Glazed Salmon is a combination of succulent salmon with rich, savory miso, creating a flavorful Japanese-inspired dish that’s both gourmet and ridiculously easy to whip up. The delicate, flaky salmon is broiled until the outside is beautifully crisp and the inside is perfectly moist. Miso salmon is your ticket to a fancy dinner in less than 30 minutes!

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Mexican Fiestada Pizza

Mexican Fiestada Pizza by Healthy Kids Recipes
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If your family loves tacos and pizza, try this easy Mexican fiestada pizza recipe for a match made in heaven! This homemade Mexican pizza is easy to customize with your favorite taco-style fixings for an easy weeknight meal the whole family will devour.

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Creamy Tofu Satay Curry — Takeaway Style

Creamy Tofu Satay Curry — Takeaway Style by Oh My Veg
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This takeaway-style vegan tofu satay curry can be on your table in less than 20 mins, and it tastes better than eating out! It’s creamy and delicious.

Get the Recipe: Creamy Tofu Satay Curry — Takeaway Style

Spam Fried Rice

Spam Fried Rice by Savory Sweet Spoon
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Spam Fried Rice is a fusion of savory flavors that combines the rich, umami taste of Spam with perfectly seasoned rice stir-fried to golden perfection. This mouthwatering dish can be made in under 15 minutes!

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Fish Gyros

Fish Gyros by Erica's Recipes
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Simple, delicious. This recipe for Easy Fish Gyros, with crunchy fish and creamy Tzatziki sauce, is a perfect solution for a busy weeknight meal.

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Buffalo Chicken Thighs

Buffalo Chicken Thighs by Sweetly Splendid
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While eating wings can be absolutely messy, these buffalo chicken thighs help out with that. You get that same juicy chicken, but in a way that can be eaten with a fork. Tender thighs are seasoned and seared in a pan and then drenched in a delicious buffalo sauce. It’s an easy go-to weeknight meal!

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Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl

Pork Egg Roll in a Bowl by Xoxo Bella
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Pork egg roll in a bowl is a low-carb alternative to traditional egg rolls. This is an easy recipe with ground pork, veggies and other flavours which is sure to satisfy a craving for Asian food. If you want something quick and simple for a busy weeknight dinner, consider this 15 minute meal! It’s cheaper and healthier than takeout but every bit as tasty – maybe even more!

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One Pot Meatball Stroganoff

One Pot Meatball Stroganoff by Lynn's Way of Life
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Tender meatballs are tossed with wide egg noodles and a creamy sauce in this delicious One Pot Meatball Stroganoff. In less than 30 minutes, you’ll have a delicious and filling meal the whole family will love!

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Ground Beef Fajitas

Ground Beef Fajitas by Fit Mama Real Food
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This quick and easy ground beef fajitas recipe makes getting dinner on the table super easy! Swapping out steak for ground beef also makes this a more affordable delicious weeknight dinner recipe. This 20 minute meal is made with just 6 ingredients!

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Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry

Honey Garlic Shrimp Stir Fry by Dishes with Dad
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This quick and easy recipe for shrimp stir fry features a delicious sweet and savory honey garlic sauce with crisp vegetables. Best of all it’s ready in under 20 minutes!

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Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza

Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza by Fit Mama Real Food
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These buffalo chicken flatbread pizzas are a quick and easy dinner recipe that uses simple ingredients, but packs in tons of buffalo flavor! They also make a great appetizer to prep in advance and serve to family and friends as well. Each chicken pizza gets you 34 grams of protein and is ready in under 15 minutes!

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Creamy, Cheesy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

Creamy, Cheesy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini by State of Dinner
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This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini recipe is an easy 30-minute recipe made with cheese tortellini and tender chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce.

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Mongolian Beef

Mongolian Beef by She's Not Cookin'
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This easy Mongolian Beef recipe is rich and full of flavor with a sweet and savory sauce filled with garlic, ginger, soy sauce and brown sugar. The ultimate hassle-free dinner, taking only 20 minutes to make!

Get the Recipe: Mongolian Beef

Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Skillet Dinner

Kielbasa and Sauerkraut Skillet Dinner by Garlic and Zest
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When you’re craving a quick and easy skillet dinner, this recipe for kielbasa and sauerkraut is the best. You need less than ten ingredients and only 30 minutes for a hearty kielbasa skillet dinner that feeds 3-4 people.

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Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry

Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry by Xoxo Bella
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Korean inspired gochujang chicken is a delicious stir fry recipe with sweet and spicy sauce. Gochujang paste gives this Korean stir fry its distinctive flavour, while red chillies spice it up and honey add some sweetness. So if you’re in the mood for something Asian but also want something a little different, give this recipe a try. It’s certainly bursting with amazing flavours.

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Ground Beef Taco Meat

Ground Beef Taco Meat by Erica's Recipes
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This recipe for taco meat using lean ground beef, tomato sauce, ranch powder, and homemade taco seasoning is the tastiest and easiest to make ever. Ready in just minutes and so full of crowd-pleasing flavor, this family favorite recipe is affordable, approachable, kid-approved, and weeknight perfect. Make for meal prep lunch bowls or weeknight taco night dinner for the whole family.

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Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp Scampi by She's Not Cookin'
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This shrimp scampi recipe is fast and easy, using just a handful of ingredients. Succulent jumbo shrimp are sautéed in a fragrant garlic butter sauce with white wine and lemon juice, that also makes the best shrimp scampi sauce. Serve shrimp scampi with pasta, over rice or mashed potatoes for a straightforward yet impressive satisfying dinner!

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Ground Beef And Broccoli

Ground Beef And Broccoli by Living Chirpy
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Quick and easy recipe for healthy Ground Beef and Broccoli with just 9 ingredients, 20 minutes and one pan.

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I love to share recipes with real ingredients that are both sweet and savory (especially sweet:) My mission with Gimme From Scratch is to inspire you with recipes that will bring your families together in the kitchen. I'm introverted at heart but know how important socializing can be for maintaining good relationships, when writing not only am looking forward to sharing information - It's also building connections between readers who love good food as much as I do!

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