Being responsible for making dinner over and over again over can be a bit overwhelming. Sometimes you just need to have a place to find easy recipes with simple ingredients that you know your family will enjoy without having to spend the whole day in the kitchen.
That’s what this recipe post is for. You can use one or use them all! These quick and easy recipes can be your go-to recipe for when you are trying to figure out “What’s for dinner?” aka the question everyone will ask you as the day goes on.
So, if you’ve been looking for go-to easy dinner recipes, this is a great way to find many in one place. Start at the top and work your way through the list.
You can also watch “What’s for Dinner?” on my YouTube channel if you are a visual learner and love to watch everything come together.
Easy Dinner Recipes:
One Pot Sausage Pasta
One Pot Sausage Pasta
Difficulty: Easy
Doritos Taco Pasta Salad
Doritos Taco Pasta Salad
Difficulty: EasyTaco-seasoned ground beef, crisp fresh veggies, pasta, and cheesy, spicy Doritos come together to make the most flavorful and delicious Doritos Taco Pasta Salad.
One Pot Chicken Chicken Curry with Rice
Pesto Orzo Casserole
Pesto Orzo Casserole
Difficulty: Easy
Simple Sloppy Joe’s
Simple Sloppy Joe’s
Difficulty: Easy
Sheet Pan Loaded Quesadillas
Giant Sheet Pan Loaded Quesadilla
Difficulty: EasyThis is a GIANT LOADED SHEET PAN QUESADILLA! I’m talking a sheet pan-sized quesadilla to cut into pieces and share. You’ll love it!
Chicken and Yellow Rice Casserole
Chicken and Yellow Rice Casserole
Difficulty: Easy
Italian Chicken Sliders
Italian Chicken Sandwiches
Difficulty: EasyTender chicken smothered in a flavorful tomato sauce tops toasted buns and is finished off with melty cheese. These Italian Chicken Sandwiches are so simple to make and end up so tasty!
Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
Teriyaki Chicken Casserole
Difficulty: Easy
Skillet Tortellini with Spinach and Parmesan
Skillet Tortellini with Spinach and Parmesan
Difficulty: EasySkillet Tortellini with Spinach and Parmesan is easy, creamy, and perfect for a busy weeknight when you need something delicious fast!
One Pot Orzo w/ Rich Creamy Sauce
Tomato Parmesan Orzo with Chicken and Spinach – 10 Minute Dinner
Difficulty: Easy
Taco Rice Stuffed Peppers
Taco Stuffed Peppers
Difficulty: Easy
Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs
Slow Cooker Barbecue Ribs
Difficulty: EasySlow Cooker Barbecue Ribs end up juicy and fall-off-the-bone tender. They’re so simple to make and always taste amazing.
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole
Difficulty: EasyChicken Cordon Bleu Casserole is an easy layered casserole dish that gives you all the flavors of Chicken Cordon Bleu without all of the fuss.
Parmesan Chicken Pasta – 10 Minute Dinner
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta
Difficulty: Easy
Chicken Taquitos
Cheesy Chicken Taquitos
Difficulty: EasyPerfectly crunchy chicken taquitos filled with a mixture of cheese, creams, and salsa.
Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Sausage
Low Carb Mozzarella Stuffed Sausage
Difficulty: Easy
Sheet Pan Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf and Vegetables
Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf
Difficulty: EasyThis Mozzarella Stuffed Meatloaf is a fun take on a classic weeknight dinner and is so decadent and delicious!
French Onion Chicken Casserole
French Onion Chicken Casserole
Difficulty: EasyFrench Onion Chicken Casserole has classic French flavors, tender chicken, and lots and lots of cheese. What more could you want?
Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs and Potatoes
Difficulty: EasyThese Sheet Pan Greek Chicken Thighs are flavored with lemon, garlic, and herbs and turn out juicy and flavorful. They’re going to be one of your new go-to meals!
Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Philly Cheesesteak Pasta
Difficulty: Easy
Dorito Chicken Casserole
Dorito Chicken Casserole
Difficulty: Easy
Tuscan Pork Chops
Tuscan Pork Chops
Difficulty: Easy
Chicken Bacon Ranch Tater Tot Casserole
Tater Tot Casserole
Difficulty: Easy
Creamy Chicken and Pasta Soup
Creamy Chicken and Pasta Soup
Difficulty: Easy
Sausage Casserole with Cauliflower Rice
Sausage Casserole with Cauliflower Rice
Difficulty: EasyItalian sausage and veggies bake together with lots of cheese for a creamy and comforting casserole dish.
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas
Difficulty: EasyCheesy, a little spicy, and super flavorful, these Green Chile Chicken Enchiladas are a great weeknight meal.
Italian Chicken and Rice
Italian Chicken and Rice
Difficulty: EasyThis Italian Chicken and Rice dish feels more dressed up than your average chicken and rice dish but doesn’t require much effort at all.
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
Difficulty: Easy
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
Easy Chicken Noodle Soup
Difficulty: EasyThis homemade chicken noodle soup is warm, comforting, and so easy to make!
Minestrone Soup
Minestrone Soup
Difficulty: EasyMinestrone soup is cozy, hearty, and very nutritious. It’s perfect to eat when the weather starts to cool down!
Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet with Broccoli
Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet with Broccoli
Difficulty: EasyThis Chicken Sausage Orzo Skillet with Broccoli is just a win overall! The chicken sausage infuses lots of savory flavor into the orzo.
Chicken Alfredo Casserole with Broccoli
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Difficulty: Easy
Sheet Pan Taco Salsa Chicken and Vegetables
Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Sandwiches
Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Sandwiches
Difficulty: EasyMelt-in-your-mouth pulled beef is slathered in BBQ sauce and sandwiched between melty cheese and toasty rolls. These Slow Cooker Pulled Beef Sandwiches are to die for good.
Delicious and easy recipe round-up
When you get a chance to try one of these simple recipes, come back and let me know how you liked it, and be sure to save this post to look back at later.
Our family loves these recipes because they are super easy to make, especially during a busy work week, and not to mention exude flavor! Plus they are great for meal prep if that is your thing too.
Quick links for making dinner easy:
- Family meal plans
- Tools for the kitchen and more
- The best cookbook for family dinner recipes
- FREE budget meal plan
- Cooking videos to watch
If you give these recipes a try, make sure to tag us on Instagram @julia.pacheco.cooking and let us know how much you liked the recipes!