15 One-Pot Wonders That Cut Down on Time in the Kitchen
Cooking for your family is one thing . . . doing their dishes is quite another. Cut down on your time in the kitchen by minimizing the number of pots and pans that you put to use when you're making their meals, and you'll reap the benefits after dinner's done. These 15 family-friendly dinner ideas are easy, efficient, and most importantly, kid approved!
One-Pan Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders and Green Beans With Fresh Grape Tomatoes
Your kids will fall in love with these homemade chicken fingers that are not only healthier than the frozen versions but also so much tastier.
Tortellini Chicken Noodle Soup
Transform a package of store-bought tortellini into a dinner worthy of company (and their praise, too!) with this easy one-pot meal idea.
One-Pot Taco Spaghetti
Tacos and pasta? This 30-minute taco spaghetti just may make it into our weekly routine!
One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
This homestyle chili mac and cheese lends itself perfectly to a chilly night (bonus points if you've got a roaring fire in the background!).
Baked Mac and Cheese With Chicken and Broccoli
What could be better than a healthier (no cream!) version of mac and cheese? This baked mac and cheese with chicken and broccoli that packs in the protein and veggies in under 30 minutes!
Easy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff
This easy beef stroganoff recipe is finger-licking good!
One-Pot Shrimp Pasta
It doesn't get much easier than this shrimp pasta. Using a jar of sauce and some fresh herbs and veggies, it's sure to become a go-to dish.
One-Pot Cilantro-Lime Chicken
Need to spice up your typical chicken cutlet routine? Cilantro-lime chicken couldn't be easier — all you need is an oven-proof skillet or cast-iron pan.
One-Pot Jerk Chicken and Coconut Rice
Bring a taste of the Caribbean home, with very little cleanup, through this jerk chicken and coconut rice recipe.
One-Pot Tuscan Shrimp Scampi
Shrimp scampi receives the one-pot makeover with this recipe.
Lemon Chicken Risotto
For a one-meal entrée that tastes of Spring, try this lemon chicken risotto.
Easy Skillet Lasagna
Yes, you really can cook lasagna in a skillet — and it takes about a third of the time!
Easy Shrimp Broccoli Stir-Fry
Forget 30 minutes. In just 20 minutes and with just one pan, your family will be enjoying this tasty shrimp broccoli stir-fry.
One-Pot Pasta Bolognese
No need to dirty several pots and pans for this classic family favorite. This pasta bolognese is all the taste with half the cleanup!
One-Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice
Easy and tasty, this lemon herb chicken and rice is the ultimate crowd-pleaser — and it takes just 30 minutes!