60+ 1-Pan Dinners That Are Ready in an Hour or Less

Updated on 6/22/2018 at 3:35 PM

Let's face it: even the most enthusiastic cooks can fall into a takeout and delivery rut during especially busy times. While transforming raw ingredients into a tasty meal is pretty magical, the postmeal cleanup can be enough of a deterrent to make cooking midweek seem impossible. If you've felt this way as of late, a one-pot or -pan meal may be the answer. The secret of many a savvy cook, these minimal-cleanup meals are low on fuss and high on flavor. This collection of recipes is particularly geared toward busy weeks, as all of the recipes are both one-pot or -pan and take an hour or less to cook.

Roast Chicken With Corn, Bacon, and Basil

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Vegan Chickpea Soup

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Shrimp and Broccoli Stir-Fry

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Spanish Chicken and Potatoes

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Salmon With Crispy Cabbage and Kale

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Mexican Quinoa

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Roasted Italian Sausage, Peppers, Potatoes, and Onions

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Sweet Chili Chicken Stir-Fry

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Baked Sweet Potato With Cannellini Beans and Spinach

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Chicken Enchilada Skillet

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Pasta Puttanesca

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Creamy Lentils With Spinach

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Vegan Pumpkin Chili

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Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders With Roasted Green Beans and Tomatoes

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Broccoli White Bean Soup

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Tex-Mex Ground Beef Tacos

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Very Veggie Fried Rice

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Garlic Ranch Chicken and Veggies

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Mushroom and Swiss Chard Pasta

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Shrimp Fajitas in Foil

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Farro With Tomatoes and Feta

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Roasted Chicken and Vegetables With Miso-Honey Butter

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30-Minute Butternut Squash and Cider Soup

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Bang Bang Shrimp With Napa Cabbage Slaw

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Cheesy Chicken, Quinoa, and Broccoli

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Sesame Salmon With Shiitake Mushrooms

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Baked Ranch Chicken Tenders and Vegetables

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Upgraded Grilled Ham and Cheese

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Pasta With Nettles and Feta

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Chicken and Tortellini Soup

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Garlic Butter Shrimp

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Ginger Chicken Stir-Fry With Asparagus

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Cheeseburger Casserole

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Parmesan Salmon With Broccoli

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Honey Garlic Chicken and Veggies

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Tomato-Onion Linguine With Basil

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Lemon Chicken With Asparagus and Potatoes

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Vegan Pea Soup

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Lemon Orzo Shrimp

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Spicy Kale and Coconut Stir-Fry

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Sour Cream and Cheddar Chicken Enchilada Pasta

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Tuscan White Bean and Vegetable Soup

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Easy Skillet Lasagna

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Chicken Parmesan and Roasted Zucchini

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Parmesan Pesto Tilapia With Tomatoes

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Vegan Miso Soup With Soba and Mushrooms

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Salmon en Papillote With Cherry Tomatoes and Fennel

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Spaghetti With Garlic, Olive Oil, and Chili

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Cilantro-Lime Chicken With Rice and Black Beans

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Cheddar, Bacon, and Leek Frittata

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Easy Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

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Cod With Asparagus en Papillote

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Chicken and Rice

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Cabbage Roll Soup

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Pan-Seared Salmon With Asparagus, Arugula, and Zucchini

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Chicken Fried Rice

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Ranch Pork Chops With Green Beans and Potatoes

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Spicy Soba Noodles With Watercress

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Mustardy Chicken Thighs With Carrots and Leeks

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Pineapple and Ham Farro "Fried Rice"

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Lemon Butter Shrimp

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Balsamic Chicken With Asparagus and Tomatoes

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Barbecue Chicken Pasta

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