100 Best Easy Dinner Ideas

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Baked Spaghetti

PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER

While we could never get tired of classic spaghetti with homemade meat sauce, sometimes we’re looking for the easiest route possible to a weeknight dinner. Enter: baked spaghetti. This casserole is what comfort food is all about—cheesy, hearty, and completely adaptable to whatever you have on hand.

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Sweet & Sour Tofu

a pan of crispy tofu cubes with red onion, bell peppers, pineapple, and a sweet and sour sauce
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

Sweet & sour sauce is a staple across Chinese-American restaurant menus—and for good reason. The combination of savory, tangy, and sweet flavors pairs well with virtually every protein, and especially tofu—because it’s mild in flavor, the sweet and sour sauce truly shines (even the tofu haters in your household will ask for seconds).

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Lasagnchiladas

saucy beef bolognese, and herby ricotta rolled into flour tortillas and topped with more bolognese mozzarella and parmesan then baked until bubbly and perfect
PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Instead of creating an argument in the family group chat about what to have for dinner, just mash two favorites together like we did for this lasagnaenchilada hybrid we’ve dubbed lasagnchildas! It’s exactly what it sounds like, i.e. INCREDIBLE.

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Mediterranean White Beans & Greens

mediterranean white beans greens
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

A one-skillet recipe like this, made of hearty escarole stewed in a rich tomato sauce with lots of cannellini beans, is exactly what you’re surfing the web for. This can be eaten solo with grated Parmigiano Reggiano on top, mixed into ditalini, or sopped up with a hunk of crusty bread.

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Taco Lasagna

taco lasagna
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
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Butter Beans Alla Vodka

butter beans alla vodka in a bowl with crispy bread
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Penne might be the classic accompaniment for vodka sauce, but in my bean-obsessed kitchen, butter beans are the carb of choice. Soft and creamy, these underrated canned staples are ready to step into the spotlight—tossed in a skillet of rich tomato sauce spiked with vodka and showered with extra Parm.

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Classic Stuffed Peppers

colorful stuffed peppers with ground beef and tomato rice
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
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Marry Me Tofu

cubes of tofu in a creamy marry me sauce
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

Because tofu is so versatile, why not give this plant-based protein a romantic spin, à la our marry me chicken? Pairing our signature creamy, garlicky sauce with crispy tofu was every bit as good as we knew it would be.

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Cream Of Mushroom Pastina

cream of mushroom pastina
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
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French Dip Stuffed Biscuits

biscuits stuffed with roast beef and cheese
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

Aside from the buttery biscuits, melty provolone cheese, and salty roast beef combo, we’re obsessed with this French dip inspired recipe because of how easy it is to make. Who knew simple, store-bought ingredients like store-bought biscuits, deli roast beef, and a packet of au jus gravy mix could be transformed into something so delicious?

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Chicken Stir-Fry

chicken stir fry with broccoli, cashews, and red pepper
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

A stir fry is our go-to weeknight dinner when we just don’t have the energy to spend a long time in the kitchen or hit the grocery store—this recipe is no exception. Make it as is for our best-ever version, then use it as a jumping-off point to create your perfect chicken stir-fry.

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Cheesy Broccoli Cheddar Spaghetti Squash

spaghetti squash stuffed with cheesy broccoli cheddar spaghetti squash
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

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French Onion Pot Roast

onion seasoned beef is nestled in a bed of cooked onions, red wine, fresh thyme, and beef broth, then braised until ridiculously tender, shredded, and topped with nutty, salty gruyere cheese
PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE
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Sticky Sesame Chickpeas & Broccoli

sticky sesame chickpeas and broccoli in a pan with a wooden spoon
RACHEL VANNI PHOTOGRAPHY LLC F/S/O RACHEL VANNI

Looking for a cheap, easy dinner that takes under 30 minutes to cook? Sticky sesame chickpeas and broccoli are calling your name. Starring an absurdly delicious glaze made from staple condiments and a few humble cans from the pantry, this simple one-pan dinner will make even a Wednesday night feel special.

Get the Sticky Sesame Chickpeas & Broccoli recipe.

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One-Pan Cheesy Broccoli-Cheddar Orzo

cheesy broccoli cheddar orzo in a pan
PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
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Mexican Chicken Casserole

mexican chicken casserole topped with diced tomatoes, jalapenos and avocado
PHOTO: ERIK BERNSTEIN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

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Taco Spaghetti

taco spaghetti
PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON

One-pot taco spaghetti is a fast-as-can-be weeknight dinner that pairs all your favorite taco fixin’s with spaghetti rather than taco shells. Everything comes together in one pot—from browning the beef to simmering the sauce, even boiling the spaghetti!

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Chili Crisp Fried Tofu

chili crisp fried tofu in a bowl on top of rice topped with scallions
PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE

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Hamburger Casserole

a casserole dish filled with elbow macaroni, ground beef, and a creamy sauce
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE

A cheeseburger is one of the most perfect foods on Earth, but it can be hard to replicate the perfection of a restaurant-quality burger in the comfort of your own home. This hamburger casserole captures the same magic in the form of an easy weeknight meal.

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Crispy Sheet-Pan Black Bean Tacos

crispy sheet pan black bean tacos on a sheet pan with a bowl of sour cream
PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE

 

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