Weeknights can be busy, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice a delicious and wholesome dinner. One-pan meals are the perfect solution for quick prep, minimal cleanup, and maximum flavor. Here are some easy and satisfying one-pan dinner ideas to simplify your evenings.
1. Sheet Pan Chicken and Vegetables
- Ingredients: Chicken thighs, baby potatoes, carrots, broccoli, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Toss chicken and veggies with olive oil, garlic, and seasonings.
- Spread everything on a sheet pan and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
2. One-Pan Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice
- Ingredients: Shrimp, rice, chicken broth, lemon, garlic, parsley, and butter.
- Instructions:
- In a large skillet, sauté garlic in butter until fragrant.
- Add rice, broth, and a squeeze of lemon. Simmer until rice is cooked.
- Stir in shrimp and cook until pink, then garnish with parsley.
3. Skillet Sausage and Peppers
- Ingredients: Sausage links, bell peppers, onions, olive oil, garlic, and marinara sauce.
- Instructions:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet and brown the sausage.
- Add sliced peppers, onions, and garlic; cook until tender.
- Stir in marinara sauce and simmer for 5–10 minutes. Serve with crusty bread or pasta.
4. One-Pan Creamy Pasta with Spinach and Mushrooms
- Ingredients: Pasta, mushrooms, spinach, garlic, cream, parmesan cheese, and vegetable broth.
- Instructions:
- In a skillet, sauté mushrooms and garlic in olive oil.
- Add uncooked pasta, vegetable broth, and cream; simmer until pasta is al dente.
- Stir in spinach and parmesan cheese until wilted and creamy.
5. Sheet Pan Fajitas
- Ingredients: Chicken or beef strips, bell peppers, onions, fajita seasoning, olive oil, and tortillas.
- Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss meat and veggies with olive oil and fajita seasoning.
- Spread on a sheet pan and bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway.
- Serve with warm tortillas and your favorite toppings.
These one-pan dinners are perfect for busy weeknights, offering hearty meals with minimal effort. Give them a try and make dinner stress-free and delicious!
