20 Cheap And Easy One Pot Dinner Ideas To Bookmark

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Instant ramen noodles get a makeover thanks to chicken breast, your favorite veggies, and some Asian sauces like soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Get the recipe.

You only need a few simple ingredients to throw together this Mexican-inspired skillet, including ground turkey, canned tomatoes, and shredded cheese. You can add some grains like rice or quinoa to make this meal even more filling. Get the recipe.

Serve this fragrant chicken dish over your favorite grains or with some crusty bread for dipping. Get the recipe.

Not in the mood for chicken? You can swap in your favorite protein like flank steak, shrimp, or tofu. Get the recipe.

Start with a few basic ingredients like ground beef, canned corn, black beans, and diced tomatoes. Then, dress it up with any of your favorite burrito toppings. Get the recipe.

You can use linguine or rice noodles plus your favorite vegetables to make this simple take on spicy Pad Thai. Get the recipe.

This Thai-inspired chicken gets its flavor from coconut milk, red chili, cilantro, and lime juice. Get the recipe.

Making chicken pot pie from scratch takes a lot of effort, but this pasta dish — which boasts all the same flavors — comes together in no time. Get the recipe.

Start by browning ground beef in a skillet, then add marinara sauce, no-boil lasagna noodles, red wine, and lots of cheese in layers. Voilà: The easiest lasagna ever. Get the recipe.