Cooking can either be a hassle or an enjoyable experience! Cooking instructor Carla Snyder, the author of One Pan Two Plates, says "One pan + fresh ingredients = dinner for two!" In Complete Weeknight Dinners with One Pan and Two Plates. you can make delicious and healthy meals with a short prep time and minimal cleanup. This ideal couple's guide is filled with tasty options for empty nesters, roommates, and young couples. Find easy-to-follow recipes and instructions in this article that are guaranteed to save you time and provide you with excellent results!
FRIED SPAGHETTI WITH EGGS
Transform leftover spaghetti into something amazing with just a few simple ingredients. Fried spaghetti with eggs is garlicky, hearty, & comforting for any meal of the day.
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CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD
This chicken fruit salad combines Juicy chicken breast, fruits, nuts, blue cheese, and fresh greens, topped with red wine vinaigrette. It's easy to whip up and it’s ready in less than 30 minutes. It’s the perfect lunch or dinner for two.
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GIGI HADID PASTA (SPICY VODKA PASTA)
A perfect romantic dinner for two made in one pot, Spicy Vodka Pasta is a delicious creamy red sauce made with or without vodka.
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SPICY PEANUT NOODLES
This one-pot Spicy Peanut Noodle recipe is full of incredible flavor from ingredients that can be found in your pantry. It's a great 2 serving recipe that can be made in a pinch!
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RAGOUT OF MUSHROOMS
This hearty ragout of mushrooms can be whipped up in under 30 minutes and bursts with earthy flavors. It is super versatile and goes well with a great variety of side dishes.
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Sesame Seed Crusted Tuna Steak with Mango Salsa
Seared Tuna Steak with a sesame seed crust topped with fresh mango salsa. Healthy, delicious dinner ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Pasta Carbonara with Guanciale
This classic Roman recipe for Pasta Carbonara with Guanciale combines crispy guanciale with pasta then tossed in a creamy sauce of egg and Parmigiano Reggiano.
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Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken
Make the iconic Longhorn Parmesan Crusted Chicken at home! This irresistible chicken dinner is easy enough for a weeknight dinner, yet impressive enough to make for a dinner party.
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FAJITA RICE AND BEANS (ONE PAN)
This vegetarian fajita rice and beans dish is the perfect Tex-Mex style one-pan rice bowl dinner! I love it because it's perfect as a meal on its own but can also be dressed up with chicken, veggies, and more cheeses!
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ONE-PAN SPANISH FISH STEW
Simple, yet extremely flavorsome one-pan Spanish Fish stew makes a wonderful light dinner or weeknight dinner! Serve it with crusty bread to mop up all that delicious sauce!
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Chinese Tomato Egg Stir-Fry
This quick and easy tomato and egg stir-fry recipe gets dinner on the table in under 30 minutes. And it uses only a few basic ingredients
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Maple Glazed Salmon with Bok Choy (and The Fresh 20)
This super easy, yet delicious salmon dinner is ready in minutes!
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Lemon and Garlic Chicken Tray Bake
This Lemon & Garlic Chicken Tray Bake is a quick and easy dinner all cooked in one pan! The juicy and tender chicken thighs are full of flavor and this recipe is perfect for the whole family. Naturally gluten and dairy free!
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Healthy Egg Fried Rice with Prawns
A quick and healthy midweek meal. Switch in different veggies, depending on what you have.
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Chicken Ramen Noodles
Chicken ramen noodles is a light tasty healthy dinner. It’s very easy and quick to make, and also very flexible.
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Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo
Cheesy Chicken & Broccoli Orzo - a quick, easy, kid-friendly one-pot meal with only 7 ingredients; chicken, broth, broccoli, orzo, cheese, salt, and pepper.
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SHAKSHUKA WITH FETA
This vegetarian lasagna skillet is made in a trusty cast iron skillet and is comprised of wholesome ingredients like zucchini, spinach, tomatoes, and lots of herbs and spices.
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Ham Sheet Pan Dinner
This easy Sheet Pan Ham Dinner has all the flavors of a holiday meal, in one pan! Buttery potatoes, tender green beans, and honey ham steaks cook together in a single pan!
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Sweet and Spicy Roasted Cauliflower Curry
A Pakistani-style cauliflower curry that’s sweet and spicy all in one hit. This is sure to become a fakeaway favorite!
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Air Fryer Chicken Thighs, Crispy and Juicy – Made with Potatoes
Make this dish for an easy-to-make (easy-to-clean up) meal for two! It's so tasty and is easily made in your air fryer.
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We hope these one-pan, two-plate recipes have helped make your meal planning and family dinners a bit easier.
One-pan meals are great for busy families who don't have time to spend hours in the kitchen; plus, they're usually healthier than takeout options!
From comforting casseroles to hearty soups, this list has something for everyone. So try out some of these recipes today and enjoy a hassle-free dinner with minimal cleanup. Bon Appetit!
GRETA says
These recipes are amazing. My favorite ones are Shakshuka with feta and Maple Glazed Salmon. But I definitely will try more out. Thanks for sharing.
Mary says
We had the maple glazed salmon last night and it is very good!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
There are so many delicious choices!! I love fried spaghetti with eggs!
Elizabeth says
The spicy peanut noodles and vodka pasta have my heart! Love the look of these.
Nicole says
So many delicious recipes here! The fruit salad with chicken was the perfect dish for our small barbecue. Everyone loved it! I can’t wait to try more of these.
Andréa Janssen says
You made my day! I was looking for an easy dinner recipe, and then I ran into your page. I think I'll go for the maple glazed salmon with bok choy today, but I'm sure I'm going to make more of these recipes soon!
Mary says
Thanks! I am still working through them myself.
Mina says
I love all the recipes in this post! They all look amazing!I particularly like the chicken ramen! So good!
nancy says
great round up of recipes to help with my busy week nights - so many good options
Jean says
Wow, what a great collection. It's hard to pick which one to do first. My favorites were the Cauliflower Curry, Shashuka w/ Feta and the Vegetarian Fajitas. Gonna make one of these tonight! Thanks for sharing all.
Nora says
Wonderful dishes in such a practical small format! I love that! Looking forward to trying them out!
Nicole says
Gosh how I love a one pan meal! These recipes do not disappoint!!
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
There are so many great ideas here! Pinned to go back again!
Audrey says
So many wonderful ideas here!!
Emily says
I love the concept of one pan and two plates for weeknight dinners! These all look so good. I can't wait to try the fajita rice and beans!
Stephanie says
'One pan and two plates!' These recipes are exactly what I need for a list of dinner ideas. As much as I enjoy cooking there are days when I just need something healthy without a lot of clean up. Some great recipes here!