25+ 1-Pan Dinners (Because Dirty Dishes Suck)
We're going to go out on a limb here and assume that pretty much no one looks forward to tackling a pile of dirty dishes, especially on a busy weeknight. You could skip cooking altogether and order a pizza or get takeout, but that's not the only solution. One-pan meals, like these 28 recipes that are made in a skillet, sheet pan, or sauté pan, produce tasty results with minimal cleanup.
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Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale
Get the recipe: salmon with crispy cabbage and kale
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Cheesy Chicken, Quinoa, and Broccoli
Get the recipe: cheesy chicken, quinoa, and broccoli.
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Upgraded Grilled Ham and Cheese
Get the recipe: goat cheese and ham grilled cheese
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Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry With Asparagus
Get the recipe: ginger chicken stir-fry with asparagus and mushrooms
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Four Cheese Sun-Dried Tomato and Spinach Pasta Bake
Get the recipe: four cheese sun-dried tomato and spinach pasta bake.
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Tex-Mex Ground Beef Tacos
Get the recipe: Tex-Mex ground beef tacos
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Salmon En Papillote With Cherry Tomatoes and Fennel
Get the recipe: salmon en papillote with cherry tomatoes and fennel
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Chicken Parmesan and Roasted Zucchini
Get the recipe: chicken parmesan and roasted zucchini.
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Bang Bang Shrimp With Napa Cabbage Slaw
Get the recipe: bang bang shrimp with Napa cabbage slaw
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Lemon Chicken With Asparagus and Potatoes
Get the recipe: lemon chicken with asparagus and potatoes
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Pineapple and Ham Farro "Fried Rice"
Get the recipe: pineapple and ham farro "fried rice."
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Roasted Italian Sausage, Peppers, Potatoes, and Onion
Get the recipe: roasted Italian sausage, peppers, potatoes, and onion
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Cilantro-Lime Chicken With Rice and Black Beans
Get the recipe: cilantro-lime chicken with rice and black beans.
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Cheddar, Bacon, and Leek Frittata
Get the recipe: cheddar, bacon, and leek frittata
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Sesame Salmon With Shiitake Mushrooms
Get the recipe: sesame salmon with shiitake mushrooms
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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders With Roasted Green Beans and Tomatoes
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Cod With Asparagus
Get the recipe: cod en papillote with asparagus and Spring onions
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Balsamic Chicken and Veggies
Get the recipe: balsamic chicken with asparagus and tomatoes
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Baked Sweet Potatoes With Cannellini Beans and Spinach
Get the recipe: baked sweet potatoes with cannellini beans and spinach
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