Easy One-Pan Dinners
These easy one-pan dinners are here to save your busy weeknights! Here are 13 recipes that prove you can make amazing food without a sink full of dishes.
From sheet pan recipes that let the oven do all the work to one-pot skillet meals that come together in about 30 minutes, these dinners are perfect for busy weeknights when you need something quick and easy.
If you haven’t yet jumped on the one-pan meal bandwagon, get ready! Keep scrolling for 13 recipes your whole family will love.
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- Start with the right pan
- Tips for perfect one-pan dinners
- Sheet pan dinner recipes
- One-pot dinner recipes
Start with the right pan
What’s a one-pan meal without a good sheet pan or a really great pot? Investing in quality cookware makes all the difference! I love my heavy-duty sheet pans for roasting and my large, deep skillets for stovetop meals. Parchment paper is also a game-changer for easy cleanup on sheet pan dinners.
Tips for perfect one-pan dinners
- Don’t overcrowd the pan. When ingredients are too crowded, they steam instead of browning. Everything should be in a single layer with a little breathing room. That golden-brown caramelization is where all the flavor is!
- Cut ingredients the same size. This ensures everything cooks evenly at the same time. Nothing’s worse than raw potatoes and overcooked vegetables!
- Layer strategically. For sheet pan meals, start with ingredients that take longest to cook (like potatoes), then add quicker-cooking items partway through.
- Make it your own! Swap proteins (chicken for sausage, shrimp for salmon), change up the vegetables based on what you have, or adjust seasonings to your family’s tastes. These recipes are flexible and forgiving!
Sheet pan dinner recipes
Sheet Pan Sausage and Potatoes
This simple sheet pan dinner is ready in just 30 minutes! Sausage, potatoes, and onions roast together until perfectly caramelized. It’s a family favorite that never has leftovers!
Asian-Glazed Sheet-Pan Salmon and Broccoli
Flaky salmon and crispy broccoli with a sweet and savory Asian glaze. Everything cooks together on one pan for an easy, healthy dinner!
Loaded Baked Potato Sheet Pan Dinner
All the flavors of a loaded baked potato in an easy sheet pan meal. Crispy potatoes topped with cheese, bacon, and all your favorite toppings!
One-Pan Roasted Chicken with Potatoes, Leeks and Arugula
Juicy roasted chicken with tender potatoes and caramelized leeks, finished with fresh arugula. It’s an elegant meal that’s surprisingly simple to make!
Sheet Pan Pizza
Homemade pizza made on a sheet pan! The crust is crispy, the toppings are customizable, and cleanup is a breeze.
Meatloaf and Potatoes Sheet Pan Dinner
Classic comfort food made even easier! Meatloaf and roasted potatoes bake together for a hearty, satisfying meal.
One-pot dinner recipes
Lemon Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil
Bright, fresh, and so easy! This lemony pasta comes together in one pot with juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil. It’s light but satisfying.
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo
Rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. This classic pasta dish is ready in less than 30 minutes!
Chicken Fried Rice
Better than takeout and ready in under 30 minutes! This fried rice is packed with chicken, veggies, and tons of flavor.
One-Pot Sausage Broccoli Pasta
A hearty, flavorful pasta dish with sausage, broccoli, and plenty of parmesan.
One-Pot Shrimp and Pea Orzo Pasta
Light and elegant but still comforting. Tender shrimp and sweet peas with orzo pasta in a creamy sauce.
Chicken Parmesan Pasta Skillet
All the flavors of chicken parmesan in an easy skillet meal! Breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and melted cheese over pasta.
Chicken Pot Pie
Creamy chicken and vegetables topped with flaky pastry, all made in one skillet. It’s the ultimate comfort food!
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