Not enough time in your day to prepare an elaborate homemade dinner? You're not alone! These 15 skillet meals—ready in about 30 minutes or less—prove that weeknight meals don’t have to be time-consuming.
1. Bruschetta Chicken Skillet
This Bruschetta Chicken Skillet doesn't sacrifice flavor. Step up your skillet game and surprise your family with this easy weeknight recipe that uses chicken breast with diced tomatoes, cheese, and basil cooked in tomato sauce and topped with croutons.
2. Sloppy Joe Macaroni Skillet
Elbow macaroni and ground beef are prepared with a tangy sloppy joe sauce and topped with shredded cheese to make this easy Sloppy Joe Macaroni Skillet.
3. Cheeseburger Pasta Skillet
Pasta shells, seasoned tomato sauce, ketchup, and a shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese blend give this seven-ingredient skillet a cheeseburger flavor profile. It’s the perfect quick and easy weeknight option when everyone wants burgers.
4. Beefy Rice Skillet
This one-pot beef and brown rice recipe takes 10 minutes to prepare and can be cooked in a skillet, saucepan, or Dutch oven. Vegetables, tomatoes, onions, and savory seasonings add to the flavor of this easy weeknight dinner recipe.
5. Taco Spaghetti Skillet
Can’t choose between spaghetti and tacos? This skillet food favorite combines both. Spaghetti, ground beef, zesty taco seasoning, and juicy tomatoes topped with sour cream come together, combining the best of two comfort food classics.
6. One-Skillet ‘BLT’ Pasta
Just like tacos don’t need tortillas, a ‘BLT’ doesn’t need bread. Reimagine a lunchtime favorite for dinner with this One-Skillet ‘BLT’ Pasta dinner recipe.
7. Cheesy Ravioli Skillet
Besides 15 minutes of prep time and four ingredients, the best part about this recipe is that it can be reimagined again and again. For a new taste every time, just make this skillet with your favorite type of frozen ravioli.
8. Vegetarian Farro Skillet
Try this delicious vegetarian skillet recipe for a wholesome and easy weeknight dinner option. Full of all your favorite tasty vegetables, this colorful, vegetarian-friendly meal is ready to enjoy in just under 30 minutes.
9. Mexican Pasta Skillet
Craving a Mexican-inspired recipe that doesn’t take hours to prepare? This satisfying skillet meal is the perfect solution! Spice up your weeknight meals with all your favorite flavors in just one skillet.
10. Classic Skillet Lasagna
Skip the tedious layers and get right to the lasagna with this tasty skillet recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes and full of Italian-inspired flavor, you’re sure to make this classic dish again and again. Mangia!
11. Hearty Chili Macaroni
What’s better than chili when it’s chilly? Enjoy all your favorite chili ingredients mixed in with tender macaroni for a quick dish that’s sure to warm up your taste buds.
12. Keto Friendly Low Carb Philly Cheesesteak Skillet
You don’t have to leave your kitchen to enjoy a satisfying cheesesteak dinner! Savor every bite of the classic Philly cheesesteak flavors you love without all the carbs you don’t.
13. Crispy Potato Tot Casserole Skillet
Get your comfort food fix without all the hassle with this delicious potato tot casserole recipe. Whether you’re looking for an easy dinner option or a satisfying meal for the whole family, this savory skillet meal is sure to please.
14. Zucchini, Black Bean And Rice Skillet
Whip up an easy and wholesome skillet meal that tastes as good as it looks. Zucchini with black beans, fire roasted tomatoes, and rice adds the flavor to this easy weeknight dinner recipe.
15. Italian Chicken-Zucchini Skillet
This easy weeknight dinner brings together chicken and zucchini with bell peppers and flavored tomatoes. Serve over orzo and top with Parmesan cheese to create a simple yet satisfying main dish.
