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Everybody understands the struggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. If you're looking for a simple recipe to simplify your weeknight, you've come to the right place--easy dinners are our specialty. We all have our favorite go-to pasta meals for busy nights, and a roast chicken always hits the spot, but when our usual recipes get boring, look here for meal ideas. These quick-and-easy dinner recipes offer up major inspiration, even on those busy nights when you're drawing a blank on what to make. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of the tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinner recipes are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free.
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Air Fryer Chicken Wings in Easy Dinner Recipes,Fried chicken wings are delicious, but they make a big mess. These air fryer wings are super easy and they're just as crunchy as the fried kind—we're hooked! Add buffalo sauce (or any sauce you're a fan of) and you're good to go! These Air Fryer Chicken Wings have to crisp salty skin with a hint of garlic and lemon pepper in every bite.
Air Fryer Chicken Wings
Chicken Marsala in Easy Dinner Recipes,A classic Italian dish, chicken marsala tops the list of my favorite homemade meals. Lightly breaded chicken breast and mushrooms infused with a sweet Marsala wine sauce. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to see how quick this meal is to make and how flavorful it tastes. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend celebration. This recipe takes queues from the traditional Italian Scaloppine, however, modernized with flavorful ingredients. Lean chicken is pan-fried with a golden crispy surface and paired with an amazing sauce. When making breaded chicken, be sure that the thickness of the meat is about the same. Get your stress out and pound those chickens good! Flattening the protein helps to give an even cook time, nice golden surface and prevent dry pieces.
Chicken Marsala
Fried Chicken in Easy Dinner Recipes,The great flavor from this marinade comes from the fish sauce. If you're still new to fish sauce, don't be afraid of it. Useless if you want to, but don't replace it. The magical flavor is what makes this chicken so great. And the wet flour mixture gives a nice and fluffy outside crunch.
Fried Chicken
BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo in Easy Dinner Recipes,When it comes to busy weeknights, this BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is my go-to dinner recipe! This flavor-packed pasta is so easy to pull together and can be on your dinner table in less than 40 minutes. When it comes to feel-good comfort dinners, pasta often makes it to the list. The idea of fusing soft pasta with rich, delicious alfredo sauce can make anyone drool. So, how about a creamy chicken Fettuccine pasta for a change? Something that is super easy to make and can be prepared with everyday ingredients. Something that requires minimal prep work and quick cooking time. And what could that be? It’s my family-favorite – bbq chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Its velvety texture will inspire you to make this pasta time and time again. We love the simple flavors and textures of this dish. In less than 40 minutes you can enjoy a flavorful and filling meal.
BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Turkey in Easy Dinner Recipes,Who knew you could have a perfectly cooked turkey breast in under an hour?! The best part is, this recipe frees up your oven for more important things. How to make deep-fried turkey without oil! Air Fryer Turkey Breast is your solution to a quick and easy Thanksgiving that is thrown together in no time! Perfect juicy tender meat on the inside with a crispy outside skin.
Air Fryer Thanksgiving Turkey
Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet in Easy Dinner Recipes,This 30-minute meal is a weeknight winner for the whole family! Simmering in tomato sauce (use it straight from the jar as a shortcut), these cheesy, super flavorful ground turkey meatballs are comforted in a skillet. It's definitely easy and delicious! Both kids and adults will like it, try it out!
Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes in Easy Dinner Recipes,You can stuff sweet potatoes with pretty much anything. We took these into Tex-Mex territory with a combo of ground turkey, onion, carrots, tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Roast and assemble the sweet potato boats ahead, and just top with sour cream and hot sauce when ready to eat. This Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe is incredibly delicious, very satisfying, healthy, family-friendly, and an easy Mexican dish!
Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Summer Salad in Easy Dinner Recipes,This healthy and refreshing summer salad recipe is packed with whole grains, lean chicken, fresh vegetables, all tossed with a light vinaigrette. It’s an easy and delicious dinner for a hot day! You do actually have to cook to make this whole-grain salad, but it’s cool when it’s ready to eat. I used my food processor to chop the vegetables, which made it all very easy. You can make everything in about 25 minutes, then pop it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to eat. This also makes a great dish for potlucks, picnics, lunch boxes, or BBQs. I hope you enjoy it on your next warm day!
Summer Salad
Air Fryer Fried Pickles in Easy Dinner Recipes,It's no secret that I'm obsessed with crazy pickle recipes. One of my all-time favorites: fried pickles. This air fryer version uses virtually no fat, and they're insanely crunchy regardless! Pickle fans, you know what to do. How to make Air Fryer “Deep” Fried Pickles. Follow the directions to dredge in flour, dip in batter, and roll the pickle spears in bread crumbs, then place them in the Air Fryer basket.
Air Fryer Fried Pickles
Tomato Butter Spaghetti in Easy Dinner Recipes,Looking for an easy tomato sauce recipe? This Tomato Pasta Recipe is the best. An easy Tomato Butter Spaghetti with a hint of heat from chili pepper flakes. Serve this delicious pasta with a simple spinach salad, a mushroom fresh salad or a bright and refreshing chilled pea and leek soup.
Tomato Butter Spaghetti
Air Fryer Fish in Easy Dinner Recipes,We love the classic fish and chip combo and normally turn to our favorite Beer Battered Fish when the craving hits. Sometimes, though, we just don't like the idea of pulling out the big dutch oven and filling it up with way too much oil. Frying can be messy and we'd like to skip over that part. This air fryer fish is the perfect substitute. It is every bit as crunchy and the fish stays perfectly flaky. Skipping the frying means no unnecessary oil and it takes less time!
Air Fryer Fish
Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowl in Easy Dinner Recipes,This veggie-heavy bowl is loaded with crunch and color, thanks to crispy carrots and chickpeas, fresh kale, and a vibrant avocado dressing. It also delivers more than 25g of your daily dose of fiber, key for weight loss, energy, and healthy digestion. Bulgur, also called cracked wheat, is a quick-cooking whole grain. These bowls would also be excellent make-ahead lunches. Pack the avocado mixture separately, adding a little water to thin it as needed.
Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowl
Keto Egg Salad in Easy Dinner Recipes,Classic egg salad is usually keto-friendly as it is. But because fat=good, we added an extra creamy, but healthy element: avocado! The whole thing tastes nice and fresh but trusts us, it'll really fill you up—even in a lettuce cup. Do we recommend serving it with crispy bacon? Of course, we do. In case you need a refresher, follow our step-by-step guide for the perfect hard-boiled eggs. We have a ton of easy tips to make the process as painless as possible.
Keto Egg Salad
Sweet Potato Lasagna in Easy Dinner Recipes,Lasagnas can do no wrong. They're the most soul-satisfying food around and this one is no exception. It also proves that pasta isn't necessary. With no noodles to boil, it's almost easier to make than a classic lasagna. Sweet Potato Lasagna is a healthy lasagna recipe, made using sweet potato noodles instead of pasta. With authentic bolognese and creamy bechamel sauces, this healthy dinner tastes better than a traditional lasagna!
Sweet Potato Lasagna
Healthy Sweet Potato Hash in Easy Dinner Recipes,This hash can upgrade any breakfast and comes together in one. single. pan. Yes, even the bacon! This easy Sweet Potato Hash recipe is a healthy, delicious, vegetarian side that is easy to make and can even be a full meal. For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this sweet potato hash protein bowl is packed with tons of veggies and protein. Start by making a homemade sweet potato hash, then add in tons of other veggies and your favorite chicken sausage for a delicious protein bowl recipe.
Healthy Sweet Potato Hash
Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli in Easy Dinner Recipes,Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli cook up perfectly in just 13 minutes. Wonderfully crunchy on the outside with lots of cheese, pepperoni, and peppers on the inside. Perfect for game day, having guests over, or a family meal. I am completely in love with my Air Fryer. It cooks foods so fast and gets them fabulously golden and crispy on the outside. You won’t believe how delicious this Air Fryer Stromboli tastes! And there are endless variations you can make. What a great way to use up all the leftovers in your fridge and have an economical meal. For this one, I used mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, peppers, and a few onions.
Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli
Bacon-Fried Brussels Sprouts in Easy Dinner Recipes,It has been said that bacon makes everything better, and it's true! The Brussels sprouts are still the star of this dish, but crisp, salty bacon makes them that much better. Technique tip: If you struggle with bitter-taste sensitivity as I do, add a teaspoon of honey or syrup to your serving to make this recipe even more enjoyable.
Bacon-Fried Brussels Sprouts

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    Everybody understands the struggle of getting dinner on the table after a long day. If you're looking for a simple recipe to simplify your weeknight, you've come to the right place--easy dinners are our specialty. We all have our favorite go-to pasta meals for busy nights, and a roast chicken always hits the spot, but when our usual recipes get boring, look here for meal ideas. These quick-and-easy dinner recipes offer up major inspiration, even on those busy nights when you're drawing a blank on what to make. For an easy supper that you can depend on, we picked out some of the tried-and-true favorites that have gotten us through even the busiest of days. Whether you're cooking for yourself or for a family, these easy dinner recipes are sure to leave everyone satisfied and stress-free.
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    Air Fryer Chicken Wings in Easy Dinner Recipes,Fried chicken wings are delicious, but they make a big mess. These air fryer wings are super easy and they're just as crunchy as the fried kind—we're hooked! Add buffalo sauce (or any sauce you're a fan of) and you're good to go! These Air Fryer Chicken Wings have to crisp salty skin with a hint of garlic and lemon pepper in every bite.
    Air Fryer Chicken Wings
    45 minutes
    easy
    Chicken Marsala in Easy Dinner Recipes,A classic Italian dish, chicken marsala tops the list of my favorite homemade meals. Lightly breaded chicken breast and mushrooms infused with a sweet Marsala wine sauce. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to see how quick this meal is to make and how flavorful it tastes. Perfect for a weeknight meal or a weekend celebration. This recipe takes queues from the traditional Italian Scaloppine, however, modernized with flavorful ingredients. Lean chicken is pan-fried with a golden crispy surface and paired with an amazing sauce. When making breaded chicken, be sure that the thickness of the meat is about the same. Get your stress out and pound those chickens good! Flattening the protein helps to give an even cook time, nice golden surface and prevent dry pieces.
    Chicken Marsala
    40 minutes
    medium
    Fried Chicken in Easy Dinner Recipes,The great flavor from this marinade comes from the fish sauce. If you're still new to fish sauce, don't be afraid of it. Useless if you want to, but don't replace it. The magical flavor is what makes this chicken so great. And the wet flour mixture gives a nice and fluffy outside crunch.
    Fried Chicken
    55 minutes
    medium
    BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo in Easy Dinner Recipes,When it comes to busy weeknights, this BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo is my go-to dinner recipe! This flavor-packed pasta is so easy to pull together and can be on your dinner table in less than 40 minutes. When it comes to feel-good comfort dinners, pasta often makes it to the list. The idea of fusing soft pasta with rich, delicious alfredo sauce can make anyone drool. So, how about a creamy chicken Fettuccine pasta for a change? Something that is super easy to make and can be prepared with everyday ingredients. Something that requires minimal prep work and quick cooking time. And what could that be? It’s my family-favorite – bbq chicken Fettuccine Alfredo. Its velvety texture will inspire you to make this pasta time and time again. We love the simple flavors and textures of this dish. In less than 40 minutes you can enjoy a flavorful and filling meal.
    BBQ Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
    40 minutes
    easy
    Air Fryer Thanksgiving Turkey in Easy Dinner Recipes,Who knew you could have a perfectly cooked turkey breast in under an hour?! The best part is, this recipe frees up your oven for more important things. How to make deep-fried turkey without oil! Air Fryer Turkey Breast is your solution to a quick and easy Thanksgiving that is thrown together in no time! Perfect juicy tender meat on the inside with a crispy outside skin.
    Air Fryer Thanksgiving Turkey
    60 minutes
    easy
    Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet in Easy Dinner Recipes,This 30-minute meal is a weeknight winner for the whole family! Simmering in tomato sauce (use it straight from the jar as a shortcut), these cheesy, super flavorful ground turkey meatballs are comforted in a skillet. It's definitely easy and delicious! Both kids and adults will like it, try it out!
    Cheesy Turkey Meatball Skillet
    30 minutes
    easy
    Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes in Easy Dinner Recipes,You can stuff sweet potatoes with pretty much anything. We took these into Tex-Mex territory with a combo of ground turkey, onion, carrots, tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Roast and assemble the sweet potato boats ahead, and just top with sour cream and hot sauce when ready to eat. This Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe is incredibly delicious, very satisfying, healthy, family-friendly, and an easy Mexican dish!
    Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
    100 minutes
    easy
    Summer Salad in Easy Dinner Recipes,This healthy and refreshing summer salad recipe is packed with whole grains, lean chicken, fresh vegetables, all tossed with a light vinaigrette. It’s an easy and delicious dinner for a hot day! You do actually have to cook to make this whole-grain salad, but it’s cool when it’s ready to eat. I used my food processor to chop the vegetables, which made it all very easy. You can make everything in about 25 minutes, then pop it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to eat. This also makes a great dish for potlucks, picnics, lunch boxes, or BBQs. I hope you enjoy it on your next warm day!
    Summer Salad
    30 minutes
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    Air Fryer Fried Pickles in Easy Dinner Recipes,It's no secret that I'm obsessed with crazy pickle recipes. One of my all-time favorites: fried pickles. This air fryer version uses virtually no fat, and they're insanely crunchy regardless! Pickle fans, you know what to do. How to make Air Fryer “Deep” Fried Pickles. Follow the directions to dredge in flour, dip in batter, and roll the pickle spears in bread crumbs, then place them in the Air Fryer basket.
    Air Fryer Fried Pickles
    55 minutes
    easy
    Tomato Butter Spaghetti in Easy Dinner Recipes,Looking for an easy tomato sauce recipe? This Tomato Pasta Recipe is the best. An easy Tomato Butter Spaghetti with a hint of heat from chili pepper flakes. Serve this delicious pasta with a simple spinach salad, a mushroom fresh salad or a bright and refreshing chilled pea and leek soup.
    Tomato Butter Spaghetti
    25 minutes
    easy
    Air Fryer Fish in Easy Dinner Recipes,We love the classic fish and chip combo and normally turn to our favorite Beer Battered Fish when the craving hits. Sometimes, though, we just don't like the idea of pulling out the big dutch oven and filling it up with way too much oil. Frying can be messy and we'd like to skip over that part. This air fryer fish is the perfect substitute. It is every bit as crunchy and the fish stays perfectly flaky. Skipping the frying means no unnecessary oil and it takes less time!
    Air Fryer Fish
    30 minutes
    easy
    Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowl in Easy Dinner Recipes,This veggie-heavy bowl is loaded with crunch and color, thanks to crispy carrots and chickpeas, fresh kale, and a vibrant avocado dressing. It also delivers more than 25g of your daily dose of fiber, key for weight loss, energy, and healthy digestion. Bulgur, also called cracked wheat, is a quick-cooking whole grain. These bowls would also be excellent make-ahead lunches. Pack the avocado mixture separately, adding a little water to thin it as needed.
    Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowl
    40 minutes
    easy
    Keto Egg Salad in Easy Dinner Recipes,Classic egg salad is usually keto-friendly as it is. But because fat=good, we added an extra creamy, but healthy element: avocado! The whole thing tastes nice and fresh but trusts us, it'll really fill you up—even in a lettuce cup. Do we recommend serving it with crispy bacon? Of course, we do. In case you need a refresher, follow our step-by-step guide for the perfect hard-boiled eggs. We have a ton of easy tips to make the process as painless as possible.
    Keto Egg Salad
    25 minutes
    easy
    Sweet Potato Lasagna in Easy Dinner Recipes,Lasagnas can do no wrong. They're the most soul-satisfying food around and this one is no exception. It also proves that pasta isn't necessary. With no noodles to boil, it's almost easier to make than a classic lasagna. Sweet Potato Lasagna is a healthy lasagna recipe, made using sweet potato noodles instead of pasta. With authentic bolognese and creamy bechamel sauces, this healthy dinner tastes better than a traditional lasagna!
    Sweet Potato Lasagna
    105 minutes
    easy
    Healthy Sweet Potato Hash in Easy Dinner Recipes,This hash can upgrade any breakfast and comes together in one. single. pan. Yes, even the bacon! This easy Sweet Potato Hash recipe is a healthy, delicious, vegetarian side that is easy to make and can even be a full meal. For breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this sweet potato hash protein bowl is packed with tons of veggies and protein. Start by making a homemade sweet potato hash, then add in tons of other veggies and your favorite chicken sausage for a delicious protein bowl recipe.
    Healthy Sweet Potato Hash
    55 minutes
    easy
    Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli in Easy Dinner Recipes,Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli cook up perfectly in just 13 minutes. Wonderfully crunchy on the outside with lots of cheese, pepperoni, and peppers on the inside. Perfect for game day, having guests over, or a family meal. I am completely in love with my Air Fryer. It cooks foods so fast and gets them fabulously golden and crispy on the outside. You won’t believe how delicious this Air Fryer Stromboli tastes! And there are endless variations you can make. What a great way to use up all the leftovers in your fridge and have an economical meal. For this one, I used mozzarella cheese, pepperoni, peppers, and a few onions.
    Air Fryer Pepperoni and Peppers Stromboli
    23 minutes
    easy
    Bacon-Fried Brussels Sprouts in Easy Dinner Recipes,It has been said that bacon makes everything better, and it's true! The Brussels sprouts are still the star of this dish, but crisp, salty bacon makes them that much better. Technique tip: If you struggle with bitter-taste sensitivity as I do, add a teaspoon of honey or syrup to your serving to make this recipe even more enjoyable.
    Bacon-Fried Brussels Sprouts
    25 minutes
    easy