Quick Dinner Recipes in 45 Minutes or Less
Easy weeknight dinners that take 45 minutes or less—main dish favorites and one-pot meals for busy evenings.
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Speedy Chicken Tetrazzini Casserole
Total Time: 40 minutesCreamy chicken tetrazzini with Alfredo sauce, peas, and bacon makes a quick and satisfying weeknight casserole.
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Creamy Chicken Florentine
Total Time: 40 minutesCreamy chicken Florentine with spinach and Parmesan is an easy and elegant one-pan dinner ready in 30 minutes.
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Pork Chop and Stuffing Casserole
Total Time: 40 minutesMake weeknight dinners a breeze with our pork chop and stuffing casserole, a quick and comforting meal for the whole family.
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Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff
Total Time: 58 minutesMake a gourmet meal in record time with Instant Pot beef stroganoff. Tender beef, creamy sauce, and mushrooms create an irresistible dish.
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Slow Cooker Chicken and Dumplings
Total Time: 5 hours 15 minutesBusy day? No problem! Try this hassle-free slow cooker chicken and dumplings recipe. Set it and forget it, and come home to a warm and hearty meal.
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Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
Total Time: 45 minutesGet ready for a flavor explosion with this chicken bacon ranch casserole. Cheesy, creamy, and packed with deliciousness! This all-in-one pasta casserole is always a hit!
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Meatballs With Creamy Mushroom Gravy
These meatballs are quick and easy to cook, and they make a satisfying meal with cooked noodles or pasta.
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Kung Pao Chicken
Total Time: 25 minutesThis kung pao chicken is surprisingly easy! Juicy chicken thighs are cooked in a delicious homemade Asian sauce with garlic, scallions, and peanuts. Skip the takeout and make it at home!
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Instant Pot Boneless Beef Short Ribs
Discover how to create flavorful instant pot short ribs in no time. Perfectly paired with pasta, potatoes, or rice for a hearty meal.
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Homemade Cheeseburger Macaroni
Total Time: 30 minutesThis easy-prep homemade cheeseburger macaroni is the perfect combination of pasta, ground beef, bacon, and cheese. Skip the box and make it from scratch!
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Quick Ham and Egg Breakfast Casserole
This quick breakfast casserole is made with ham, eggs, milk, cheese, and whatever kind of bread you have on hand.
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Meatloaf Muffins
Total Time: 45 minutesThese muffin meatloaves will be an instant hit with the whole family. The muffin shape makes classic meatloaf fun to serve and eat.
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4-Ingredient Slow Cooker Pot Roast
Total Time: 8 hours 10 minutesThis easy 4-ingredient slow cooker pot roast is a comforting meal with tender beef, potatoes, and rich gravy—all with minimal effort.
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Easy Chili Mac
Canned chili a generous amount of cheese get together in this super easy chili mac. Only 4 ingredients plus salt and pepper!
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Quick Chicken and Broccoli Casserole
Total Time: 40 minutesThis chicken and broccoli casserole is a great dish to make on a busy weeknight. Serve it with potatoes or a lower carb option.
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Crock Pot Lamb Shanks With Rosemary
Total Time: 7 hours 35 minutesLamb and rosemary pair beautifully together, and long slow cooking is the way to go with lamb shanks. Red wine and Dijon mustard add tangy flavor to the lamb shanks.
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Busy Day Slow Cooker Pot Roast With Tomatoes
Save this recipe for a busy day! This is a simple slow cooker pot roast, and it’s always a hit.
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Chicken Breasts in a Creamy White Wine Sauce
Total Time: 50 minutesThese creamy chicken breasts are cooked in a skillet with Champagne or dry white wine, making them rich yet fresh and full of flavor. Green onions, garlic, and a splash of lemon balance the creaminess, while Parmesan and parsley add the perfect finishing touch. Serve with potatoes, rice, or noodles for a meal that’s both easy and elegant.
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Chutney Chicken Breasts
This is a very easy recipe for chicken breasts. Just sear the chicken, add the tasty chutney mixture, and simmer for a few minutes.
