Simple Meals Ready Fast

After testing hundreds of quick recipes I figured out these meals that somehow manage to taste amazing while being super fast to make which is exactly what we need on busy weeknights when everyone's hungry and tired but still want something homemade and what makes these really special is how they use basic ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen so there's no need for special shopping trips plus they're really flexible so you can swap things around based on what you have and still get great results which means dinner doesn't have to be stressful even when life gets crazy busy.

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Updated on Thu, 09 Jan 2025 09:37:49 GMT

A bowl contains sliced grilled chicken breast alongside roasted tomatoes and fresh basil leaves.

Quick & Easy Meals

A bowl of rich tomato sauce with halved cherry tomatoes and spices, surrounded by whole tomatoes on the side.
Cherry Tomato Sauce

Fresh tomato sauce made from caramelized cherry tomatoes, garlic, and herbs. Perfect summer recipe.

A close-up view of a bowl of spiral-shaped pasta mixed with spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and red onion, topped with grated cheese and black pepper.
Pasta with Spinach, Onions and Sun-dried Tomatoes

A quick weeknight pasta combining gluten-free pasta with sautéed spinach, onions and sun-dried tomatoes. Optional feta cheese for serving.

A freshly baked pizza topped with pepperoni slices and basil in a cast iron skillet.
The Best Cast Iron Skillet Pizza (30 Minute)

A quick and easy skillet pizza with crispy bottom and chewy center, loaded with toppings from edge to edge. Ready in just 30 minutes.

A plate of three baked potatoes topped with butter and sprinkled with black pepper.
Instant Pot Baked Potato

The foolproof way to make perfect baked potatoes in your Instant Pot. Fluffy inside, crispy outside, and ready in half the usual time.

A close-up of creamy macaroni pasta topped with butter and grated cheese in a bowl.
Stovetop Mac and Cheese

A rich and creamy macaroni and cheese made on the stovetop with sharp cheddar and smoked gouda. Perfect comfort food ready in 20 minutes.

A close-up of ravioli in a rich sauce, garnished with fresh sage leaves and sprinkled with black pepper.
Ravioli with Sage Butter Sauce

Quick and elegant ravioli dish featuring nutty brown butter sauce with crispy sage, garlic, pecans, and fresh herbs.

A close-up of creamy fettuccine pasta topped with sliced grilled chicken and garnished with parsley.
Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta

A quick and flavorful pasta dish combining tender chicken and linguine in a creamy cajun-spiced sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes.

Three tacos filled with grilled beef, chopped onions, and fresh cilantro are placed on a wooden board, accompanied by lime wedges.
Street Tacos

Authentic-style street tacos featuring marinated steak, fresh onions, and cilantro. A quick and easy recipe perfect for casual dining.

A bowl of spaghetti topped with sautéed broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and golden cubes of fried cheese.
Halloumi Pasta

A speedy pasta dish featuring golden-fried halloumi cheese, broccoli, and tomatoes in a simple sauce. Ready in just 15 minutes.