19 Quick Dinner Ideas for When You’re Too Tired to Cook

Home » Health & Fitness » 19 Quick Dinner Ideas for When You’re Too Tired to Cook
19 Dinners I Make When I'm Too Tired To Cook (20 Minutes or Less)

  • Bacon-Wrapped Chicken

    “Opt for chicken breasts that are uniformly sized, around 7 to 8 ounces each, to ensure even cooking.” —Sara Haas, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • One-Pan Beef and Chickpeas

    “I love pairing this with steamed jasmine or basmati rice, which you should start first to have everything ready simultaneously—perfect for a busy evening.” —Devan Grimsrud, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Thai-Style Chicken Fried Rice

    “For a speedy dinner, prep your onion, carrot, and garlic up to a day early and keep them chilled until you’re ready to use them.” —Laurel Randolph, Simply Recipes Senior Editor

  • Brown Butter Cacio e Pepe

    “Keep a close eye on your brown butter; it can quickly go from golden to burned. If it starts to burn, swiftly transfer it to a heat-proof bowl to prevent further cooking.” —Sharon Lehman, Simply Recipes Contributor

    Continue to 5 of 19 below

  • Sheet Pan Salmon with Feta Sauce

    “Feel free to swap broccolini for broccoli florets, green beans, asparagus, or zucchini. For tomatoes, grape tomatoes work well, or chop regular tomatoes into 1-inch pieces.” —Theodora Kaloudis, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Chinese Tomato Egg Stir Fry

    “Chicken bouillon powder adds a savory depth with just the right amount of salt. I recommend Lee Kum Lee’s Premium Chicken Bouillon, which already includes salt, so no need to add more.” —Frank Tiu, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Skillet Pizza Chicken

    “For extra browning and bubbly cheese, briefly broil your skillet in the oven after cooking.” —Sara

  • Quick Stovetop Macaroni and Cheese

    “To prevent cheddar cheese from becoming too stringy when melted, lightly dust it with flour or cornstarch.” —Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder

    Continue to 9 of 19 below

  • Copycat Ronto Wraps

    “Simplify this recipe with store-bought sauces, dressings, and coleslaw mix. Opt for ranch, sriracha mayo, aioli, or any zesty cream-based dressing, and use your favorite vinaigrette or coleslaw dressing for the slaw.” —Coco Morante, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Creamy White Beans and Greens

    “Any canned white bean works well here, but I find that cannellini or butter beans have a particularly nice, creamy texture that’s perfect for this dish.” —Devan

  • Garlic Knot Salmon

    “Make sure to fully thaw frozen salmon fillets, ideally overnight in the refrigerator, and pat them dry before seasoning and baking.” —Laurel

  • Fried Egg Tacos

    “Consider adding more substantial toppings like crispy bacon, sautéed onions, some guacamole, or a dollop of crema sauce.” —Nick Evans, Simply Recipes Contributor

    Continue to 13 of 19 below

  • Honey Soy Chicken

  • 10 Must-Try Vegetarian Recipes for a Memorable Thanksgiving Feast
  • 15 Nostalgic Holiday Casseroles That Taste Just Like Grandma’s
  • 17 Time-Saving Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Side Dishes You Need to Try!
  • Make This 20-Minute Chicken Dinner That Beats Takeout!
  • Top 10 Gluten-Free Recipes for a Perfect Thanksgiving Feast

Rate this post
Share this :
See also  10 Must-Try Vegetarian Recipes for a Memorable Thanksgiving Feast

Leave a Comment