100 of the Easiest Meals We’ve Ever Made

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Whether you’re looking for a hearty breakfast, quick lunch, satisfying dinner, or delicious dessert, we’ve always got you covered. Not sure where to begin or feeling short on time? Don’t worry! We’ve curated a collection of 100 easy, highly-rated meals to get you started. From comforting casseroles and pasta dishes to delicious chicken dinners, these recipes are some of our simplest and most popular. We hope they become classics in your kitchen.

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Basic Air Fryer Hot Dogs

BUCKWHEAT QUEEN

“These air fryer hot dogs in toasted buns turn out perfectly crisp in minutes with the help of your air fryer,” says Allrecipes Allstar Nicole Russell. “Top with ketchup, mustard, relish, chili, or condiments of choice.”

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Maple and Brown Sugar Oatmeal

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This really satisfied my craving for the 'packet' stuff! This is so much better," says reviewer lollipop. "Can’t wait to have it again! I added a pinch of salt and a tiny splash of vanilla. Definitely a new favorite!"

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Chicken Fried Rice

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This chicken fried rice recipe is very easy to make and tastes better than takeout," says Allrecipes member LISA TOURVILLE. "It's basically cooked chicken, rice, soy sauce, and shredded egg stir-fried together. For best results, use leftover cooked rice."

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Cheesy Ramen Noodles

“On my goodness, I had this when I was a little kid,” says reviewer Stephanie Bishop. “It’s cheesy goodness is like the comfort of a thousand grandmas…or maybe this is my nostalgia talking. But it’s actually delicious.”

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Pesto Pasta

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Recipe was so easy and delicious. Even my picky 9 year old loved it," says reviewer Elizabeth Kane. "I will definitely make this again!"

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Fluffy Microwave Scrambled Eggs

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"Use your microwave to make light and fluffy scrambled eggs for a quick and easy breakfast to start your day," says Allrecipes member Diana71.

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Easy French Dip Sandwiches

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"This recipe is the perfect starter for anyone unfamiliar with how to make these," says reviewer KB413. "Leaves plenty of room for anyone to modify it as they wish. Sometimes less is more."

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Easy 5-Ingredient Salmon

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This easy salmon recipe is a delicious way to prepare fresh fillets using just a few ingredients from your pantry," says Allrecipes member Angela.

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My Dad’s 4-Ingredient Salmon Recipe is the Meal I Beg For

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Pan-Fried Shrimp

"I love the simplicity of this recipe," says reviewer GiftedBasil2104. "And it is so quick to prepare. I serve it with yellow rice and it is fantastic!"

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Cajun Spiced Pork Chops

Julia Douglas

“Absolutely loved this recipe! Next time I’m thinking about adding just a bit of sugar to help tone down the spice just a bit,” says reviewer Kay Harkins. “We served it with green beans and parmesan couscous and it was absolutely delicious!”

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Salmon with Brown Sugar Glaze

“This brown sugar salmon recipe with Dijon is my favorite,” says Allrecipes member Tamara. “I make this quick and easy dish way too often. Serve with rice and broccoli.”

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Purslane, Cherry Tomato, and Cucumber Salad

Diana Moutsopoulos

“A simple way to enjoy purslane, which is a weed that you might be able to forage in your own backyard,” says Allrecipes editorial director Diana Moutsopoulos. “Purslane has more omega-3s than any other plant source and a pleasant lemony flavor. Here I toss it with a simple mix of cherry tomatoes and cucumber for a cool salad with nice crunch.”

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Delicious Grilled Hamburgers

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Great recipe! We omitted the liquid smoke, as we cooked on a charcoal grill," says reviewer Marycarol Jones. "Grill time was a little longer for us and we used a lid until last 2 minutes. Juicy, tender, flavorful! A real keeper!"

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Lemon Pepper Cod

"This recipe proves you don’t need a complicated recipe or an array of seasonings to make the most perfect fish," says reviewer Abby. "I will keep this recipe as a fail safe cod recipe especially when I want to make a more complicated vegetable or dessert."

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Roasted Shrimp

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

“This roasted shrimp recipe is a simple and fast way to cook shrimp,” says Allrecipes member Holly Van Lom. “I’ve served it over linguine, as a side to steak, with orzo and cream sauce, and alone as an appetizer—the possibilities are endless!”

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Emergency Chicken

dawn newlove

"This is a great recipe for a quick and easy entree. My wife, who is 8 1/2 months pregnant, had chicken thawing and asked me to cook since she was exhausted," says Allrecipes member Aaron. "She didn't have any plans so I just threw some things together and came up with this recipe. I'm sure it could be improved upon, but in a pinch it was easy and delicious."

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Rock's T-Bone Steaks

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Grill a T-bone steak with this easy homemade seasoning to make it taste awesome," says Allrecipes member Rocky. "This spice blend is the best, as it doesn't overpower the steak flavor. I can't eat a steak out anymore because I always compare it to this seasoning."

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Grilled Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich

"This is peanut butter and jelly with a twist," says Allrecipes member Chasity. "The kids will thank you!"

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I Don't Know

fabeveryday

"I would always ask my mom 'What's for dinner?' and the response would be 'I don't know.' I said I was going to make up a dish called 'I don't know' dish," says Allrecipes member KRISTEN5. "It turned out pretty good. Ground beef, potatoes and cheese are layered with a few vegetables in this simple one dish meal."

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Skillet Burrito Bowl

"I really like taco and burrito bowls and wanted to make something at home that was quick and easy," says Allrecipes member earlzey. "My husband and I really like how this turned out! Spoon into bowls and top with sour cream, crushed tortilla chips, lettuce, etc."

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Simple Baked Chicken Breasts

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

Learn how to bake chicken that's tender, juicy, and perfect every time with this simple five-ingredient recipe for chicken breasts. Adding just a bit of chicken broth to those beautiful pan drippings creates a tasty sauce.

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Hawaiian Pineapple Sweet & Sour Smoked Sausage

"This is a winner! We came home started the rice in the rice cooker and tossed this together in just a couple of minutes," says reviewer Baking Nana.

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Vegetarian Chickpea Tacos

Buckwheat Queen

"I'm suspicious of simple recipes but this one works. The mostly mashed garbanzo beans had a good texture," says reviewer ChildeJake. "I served it up on heated fajita tortillas, adding shredded cheese, chopped onion, sour cream, and salsa."

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Tuna Tostadas

"These refreshing tuna tostadas taste great on a hot summer day," says Allrecipes member KMOUSE. "White albacore tuna, onion, and corn are mixed with the flavors of lime, cilantro, and piquant hot sauce. Serve on a tostada or in a taco shell."

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Fettuccine Alfredo with Ham

"This recipe is Amazing!! And soooo easy! I've made it a few times now," says reviewer bluemom02. "Making it exactly like the recipe states gives great results! But I also substituted sour cream and a little milk for the heavy cream once and it was just as good! My husband was NOT excited to try this, but after he did, he loved it! This is a new favorite in our house!"

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The Real Reuben

"Dark pumpernickel rye, heaped corned beef, drained sauerkraut and imported Swiss cheese make this sandwich something special," says Allrecipes member ALDO1938.

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Corned Beef Special Sandwiches

"I think of this corned beef sandwich recipe as a cousin to the Reuben," says Allrecipes member SHORECOOK. "It's a cold sandwich of corned beef topped with Russian dressing and coleslaw on Jewish rye. Yum!"

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Our Most-Saved Irish Recipe Is So Good, It Stops Dinner Table Conversations

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Pan-Fried Pork Chops with Sweet BBQ Sauce

"This was a wonderful simple recipe to make recipe using pantry items," says reviewer Janet Perry Willerson. "Dinner was ready in 15 minutes. This goes into my saved recipe box."

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Maple Cajun Mahi Mahi

Beckie

"I've made this recipe so many times I've lost count," says reviewer fcfdale3. "I typically use creole seasoning as that's what I always have on hand. I use sugar free syrup to keep the calories down. Always turns out delicious and is a hit with company whenever it's served."

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Easy Crispy Baked Chicken

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This crispy baked chicken recipe is an easy way to have the texture of fried chicken but with baking," says Allrecipes member Gail.

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12 Best Baked Chicken Recipes

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Goong Tod Kratiem Prik Thai (Prawns Fried with Garlic and White Pepper)

"This dish is a classic Thai preparation of protein. It's a very satisfying dish, especially made with shell-on shrimp," says Allrecipes member Toi. "We eat shrimp, shells and all, so we don't miss out on any flavor. It's also a kid-friendly dinner dish. Serve with lots of rice."

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Shrimp and Peanut Butter Noodles

"This shrimp dish with peanut sauce was a staple for me in college. It is a sweet, salty, nutty dish that can be cooked up in less than 15 minutes," says one Allrecipes member. "Measurements for the sauce can be adjusted to your taste, but with these ingredients, you can't go wrong. I also use pre-washed, pre-cut broccoli florets to cut down on prep time."

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Dorm Room Chili Mac

Chef Boy R Drew

"Delicious, cheap, quick, and super easy," says reviewer Chef Boy R Drew. "I added some franks buffalo wing sauce to mine to zing it up a notch."

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Quick and Easy Beef and Pork Tacos

"These pork sausage and ground beef tacos make a quick and simple meal," says Allrecipes member ANG03. "Although they can be messy, they are so good, and perfect for busy nights. Try using the leftovers for nachos to mix it up. Serve with your favorite taco toppings."

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Tuna Curry in a Hurry

“I can’t think of a better way to prepare canned tuna! My family loves this. I always double it, I sometimes substitute yogurt for the sour cream, and throw in some frozen peas,” says Allrecipes member ka me ka thee. “Best served with Indian Style Basmati Rice from this site that is easy too.”

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Lobster Tails Steamed in Beer

ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA

"This is a great way to infuse the lobster with a subtle flavor, without having to do anything too complicated," says Allrecipes member TwistyFlan1574. "I served the steamed lobster tails with lemon juice and butter for even more flavor."

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Meyer Lemon Cream Sauce for Salmon

ALLRECIPES / DIANA CHISTRUGA

"The fish can be cooked any way you prefer because the star of this recipe is the lemon cream sauce for salmon made with Meyer lemon," says Allrecipes member thedailygourmet.

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Tilapia Foil Packets

Tammy Lynn

"The fish was nice and flakey and tasted great. Easy to prep and bake," says Allrecipes Allstar Tammy Lynn. "The only thing I added was a squeeze of lemon juice on each one."

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Fettuccine with Sweet Pepper-Cayenne Sauce

sanzoe

"Very flavorful and spicy. You'll never know this fettuccine with red bell pepper sauce is a healthy dish," says Allrecipes member Julieliz. "You can also add some cut-up grilled chicken."

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Tony's Summer Pasta

naples34102

"Tony is my husband. He brought home a recipe he had gotten from someone at work, and it was adapted over time to this recipe—so I named it Tony's Summer Pasta," says Allrecipes member Karen C. Greenlee. "The tomatoes and cheese are marinated in oil, basil, and garlic, and then tossed with the hot linguine. The tomatoes are warmed and the cheese melts ever so slightly, creating a simple but delectable meal."

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BLT

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This BLT is classic: bacon, lettuce, and tomato—nothing fancy, just delicious," says Allrecipes member MOTTSBELA. "I use fake vegetarian bacon these days, and it's still really good!"

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Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese

“Loved! Made as the sandwich to accompany our Cream of Tomato Gorgonzola Soup from this site,” says Allrecipes member DREGINEK. “Spectacular pairing! But even alone—loved this version of grilled cheese!”

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Easy Shrimp Lo Mein

"Cheap and easy alternative to take out. Our kid loves ramen noodles, so this is a great way to make him eat his veggies without him even realizing it," says Allrecipes member WittySauce4377. "You could make this with chicken, beef, or pork as well, just use the corresponding ramen soup flavor."

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Air Fryer Pizza Dogs

"This air-fryer pizza dog recipe combines perfectly crisp hot dogs and pizza toppings," says Allrecipes Allstar Soup Loving Nicole. "The kid-friendly recipe is made in an air fryer from start to finish and is ready in no time."

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Air-Fried Taco Dogs

"Hot dogs cooked in an air fryer inside their buns, then topped with taco fixings, will redefine Taco Tuesday," says Allrecipes member Buckwheat Queen. "The air fryer renders the hot dogs crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside."

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Garlicky Bacon and Pickle Pizza

"Garlic, 2 kinds of cheeses, bacon, and pickles come together in this fun and unique pizza," says Allrecipes member Soup Loving Nicole. "Gouda cheese is equally delicious in this recipe, so feel free to substitute if for the pepper Jack if desired."

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Quick Tuna Salad

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Learn how to make tuna salad with this recipe for a great dish when you are in a hurry," says Allrecipes member HJP. "It's very quick and easy to make and tastes great every time!"

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Cheesy Tuna Melts

"A great quick snack for hungry people in a hurry," says Allrecipes member Sara. "Crisp muffins, creamy tuna salad and bubbly melted cheese on top."

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Grilled Hawaiians

"Grilled cheese only better! Ham and pineapple add a tropical touch," says Allrecipes member tball.

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Scallops with Pesto Cream Sauce

Allrecipes Magazine

"This delicious scallop dish only takes a few minutes to make and is to die for," says Allrecipes member Natasha Titanova. "Serve the scallops as they are or with some crusty bread, rice, or pasta."

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Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"I let the shrimp marinate for 15 minutes. Other than that, no changes," says reviewer FrackFamily5 CACT. "This was a fast and flavorful week night dinner. Served with green beans and a boxed vermicelli."

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Easy Sausage Gravy and Biscuits

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This biscuits and gravy recipe uses jumbo buttermilk biscuits and pork sausage crumbles for a hearty, family-favorite breakfast that's ready in just 15 minutes," says Allrecipes member JimmyDean.

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Tater Tot Casserole

ALLRECIPES/VICTORIA JEMPTY

"This Tater Tot casserole is a quick and easy dinner that everyone will love," says Allrecipes member barryzimm. "Just four basic ingredients come together for this comforting dish."

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Easy Baked Chicken Thighs

fabeveryday

"This was so yummy for being so simple and easy! The pan juices are great as well," says reviewer fabeveryday. "Like other reviewers recommended, I cooked it for 45 minutes, which yielded moist chicken with a crispy skin. Other than that, the only change I made was to add some salt and pepper."

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The Perfect Basic Burger

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"This hamburger patty recipe uses ground beef and an easy bread crumb mixture," says one Allrecipes member. "Nothing beats a simple hamburger on a warm summer evening! Enjoy on ciabatta, Kaiser, or potato rolls topped with your favorite condiments."

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Grilled Cheese Sandwich

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"OMG. This was delicious," says reviewer Beverly McNulty. "This recipe will definitely go into my rotation."

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Honey Glazed Chicken

Adam Vaccarezza

"This honey chicken dish is easy to make with just 5 ingredients," says Allrecipes member jbrink1. "I've used this recipe for years, and my family requests it often. Delicious served on steamed rice and garnished with sliced green onions."

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Oven Scrambled Eggs

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Great recipe!!! My husband caught me putting the eggs in the oven, made a funny face and said, 'What are you doing?' He wasn't very happy that I was 'wasting' our eggs trying this," says reviewer Amber Stanley. "He LOVED them!!!! He ate most of the eggs himself."

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Easy and Quick Halushki

Molly

"Oh my gosh this is so good! My new favorite recipe," says reviewer Demetria DeSimone. "It is so flavorful, I can't believe it! I didn't change anything except add a little bit more butter because I was putting in more cabbage than what was called for. But it is incredible."

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Easy Tuna Casserole

Melissa Goff

"This easy tuna pasta casserole is made with macaroni, creamy soup, cheese, tuna, and fried onions," says Allrecipes member LMCDEVIT. "I got this tasty recipe from my roommate. It's great as leftovers, too."

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Brown Sugar Ham Steak

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"I have been making ham steaks for years. This was just wonderful and so easy to make! Always tender," says reviewer msranae. "Sometimes I will add cloves and pineapple. My family loves it either with or without the added cloves and pineapple, depends if I have it on hand."

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Easy Fried Eggplant

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"These fried eggplant slices are easy to make, quick, and so tasty," says Allrecipes member WALLEN, "A memorable dish from my childhood and still a favorite!"

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Easy Chicken Pot Pie

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"Easy-to-make chicken pot pie with prepared pie crust—everyone will be amazed by your culinary skills," says Allrecipes member Tressie Grant.

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Kielbasa with Peppers and Potatoes

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS

"This recipe is so simple, and always delicious. The only change I make is cooking the potatoes before adding the sausage," says one reviewer. "This ensures the potatoes are evenly done. Also, I add a small chopped onion in with the peppers, then sprinkle some Dano's Original Seasoning and mix everything together."

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5-Ingredient Mexican Casserole

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"Turned out great," says reviewer Noreen Sait. "The prep time was minimal and dinner was ready in less than 20 mins. Will definitely make this again!"

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Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe

"This spaghetti cacio e pepe recipe has been made in our family for many years, and everyone loves it," says Allrecipes member Jennifer Torrey. "It is a very basic and easy variation on mac and cheese."

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Steak Using the Fast-Flip Method

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"When you are using the fast-flip method of cooking steak, you flip the steak every 30 seconds," says one Allrecipes member. "This fast steak recipe gives great results every time. And the steak cooks 30% faster, to boot!"

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Bang Bang Chicken Bites

Peyton Beckwith

“These bang bang chicken bites are spicy, crispy little chicken nuggets, air fried or baked, then tossed in a quick chili sauce,” says Allrecipes producer and recipe developer Nicole McLaughlin.

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Simple Sausage Casserole

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This sausage casserole with crescent roll dough is simple to make," says Allrecipes member MOM3TCB. "If your mornings are hectic, bake it at night and cut and reheat portions the next morning in the microwave."

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Breaded Air Fryer Pork Chops

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"These breaded pork chops, made in the air fryer, are perfectly tender and juicy," says Allrecipes member France C. "They require basic pantry ingredients and take just 10 minutes to cook."

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Crumbed Chicken Tenderloins (Air Fried)

Allrecipes Magazine

"These air fryer chicken tenderloins beat chicken nuggets any day and the recipe is so simple," says Allrecipes member Launa. "I tend to use chicken tenderloins but you can use sliced chicken breasts if easier."

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Easy Creamy Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Casserole

Peyton Beckwith

“This easy creamy crockpot chicken enchilada casserole takes only minutes to assemble,” says Allrecipes producer and recipe developer Nicole McLaughlin. “Tomatillo salsa and sour cream flavor the saucy chicken; corn tortilla wedges and pepper Jack cheese add the elements of green enchiladas to this comforting dish.”

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California Roll Cucumber Salad

Maura Rawlette

“This California roll cucumber salad is easy: mix sliced cucumber, diced crab, diced avocado, seaweed, rice vinegar, soy sauce, pickled ginger, and sesame seeds in a glass jar to make this TikTok viral salad,” says Allrecipes Allstar Chef Mo.

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Shipwreck Casserole

fabeveryday

"This shipwreck casserole might not be pretty, but it is a tasty, busy-night, kid-friendly meal," says Allrecipes member Bcsgibson. "The prep time is generally limited to how fast your can opener works and how hard it is to unwrap your meat. The big bonus is that it's a complete one-pot meal!"

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Best Chicken Salad

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This chicken salad recipe is the best and a family favorite," says Allrecipes member Jackie M. "I like to use leftover roast chicken or baked chicken breasts that have been sprinkled with basil or rosemary,"

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Good Old-Fashioned Pancakes

Meredith Food Studios

"As others have said, this recipe is absolutely perfect," says reviewer Dar. "I have made this multiple times and sent it to multiple friends to try, and each time these pancakes come out perfectly!"

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Shrimp Scampi Bake

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This is a quick, easy, and enjoyable dish," says reviewer Amy Willis. "I have made it several times and it all amazed me how simple and satisfying this dinner is. Yum, yum!"

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Mississippi Chicken Recipe

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"This recipe rocks! Had it for dinner over rice, and leftovers on a ciabatta roll with provolone cheese for lunch the next day," says reviewer Terry. "I feel that it would be a great addition to a potluck dinner."

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Creamed Chipped Beef on Toast

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This chipped beef recipe is straight from my mom," says Allrecipes member Lisa. "We called it SOS (Same Ole Stuff), and it's great comfort food! It's easy to make and tastes great with a cold beer."

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Famous Butter Chicken

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"These butter chicken breasts are dipped in beaten eggs and cracker crumbs, then baked with butter," says Allrecipes member HAULBUR. "These chicken breasts are really tender and moist with excellent flavor! I never have leftovers."

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Grandma's Corn Chowder

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"I got this corn chowder soup recipe from my husband's grandmother," says Allrecipes member CKINCAID1. "She used to make it for him when he was a child, and when we got married, she passed the recipe on to me."

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Chicken Cordon Bleu

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"This entree is easy and delicious! It's one of my husband's favorites," says Allrecipes member Jill M. "Try to use the largest chicken breasts you can find so you'll be able to roll them easier."

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Creamy Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"These scrambled eggs with cottage cheese are creamy, fluffy, and make a delicious change from regular scrambled eggs," says Allrecipes member Kitchen Kitty. "Perfect with a slice of tomato and turkey bacon for a delicious and fast low-carb breakfast."

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Sirloin Steak with Garlic Butter

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This sirloin steak recipe is served with very garlicky butter that makes this steak melt-in-your-mouth wonderful," says Allrecipes member Maryellen. "I have never tasted any other steak that came even close to this recipe!"

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Air-Fried Crumbed Fish

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This may be the favorite recipe for any fish I've ever had before," says reviewer brooks. "Added some Old Bay seasoning with some seasoned bread crumbs and it turned out better than fantastic…This is our new favorite way to 'fry' fish."

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10 Best Fish Fry Recipes

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Soy and Garlic Marinated Chicken

France C

"This soy sauce chicken marinade is simply flavored with lots of garlic and works well with any cut," says Allrecipes member CANDIELIPS.

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30 Grilled Chicken Thigh Recipes

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Cinnamon Roll Monkey Bread

Christina

"This ooey-gooey cinnamon roll monkey bread is devoured every time I make it for breakfast," says Allrecipes member mccngarrett. "Refrigerated rolls are quartered and dipped in melted butter and cinnamon sugar so they don't combine when baked and are easy to pull apart when you serve. It's a very creative way to use a can of cinnamon rolls!"

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Our 15+ Best Monkey Bread Recipes of All Time Are The Perfect Sweet and Savory Pull-Apart Snacks

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Meatball Sub Casserole

Yoly

"This quickly became a family favorite," says reviewer SturdyYak8669. "One of the best we have had. Frequently requested and easy to make! The family loves it so much!"

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How to Make the Best Meatballs

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Eggplant Pasta

"I'm a fanatic when it comes to eggplant," says reviewer rosebarry8. "So trying this recipe was must. Very flavorful!"

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34 Italian Pasta Recipes Everyone Will Love

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The Best Lamb Chops

Chef Mo

"These lamb chops with garlic and rosemary are so flavorful—they really are the best! When your mother-in-law is 100% Greek, you know you will have to fix lamb chops for her son," says Allrecipes member Lucky Noodles. "This is her recipe and it always impresses guests. The chops are easy to cook in the oven and ready to serve in under 30 minutes."

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Blackened Tuna

"I've been looking for a simple tuna recipe, and this is it," says reviewer Lekili. "I recommend using a good cast iron skillet to get the right temperature. A couple minutes on each side and the tuna is perfect."

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21 Sauces to Serve With Fish

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Honey Mustard Pork Chops

Vicky Milenewicz

"These honey-mustard pork chops are a quick, easy, and tasty way to prepare boneless pork chops," says Allrecipes member AuntE.

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Thin or Thick Pork Chops — Which One Should I Buy?

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Mom's Kimchi Egg

"Outstanding. Simple and delicious," says reviewer Kyler Gauthier. "If you like Kimchi, you can't go wrong here."

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What Is Kimchi?

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Easy Homemade Chili

Rita

"This homemade chili is delicious and goes great with cornbread or over corn chips for a chili pie," says Allrecipes member Tobi Hargis. "I like to use spicy pinto beans but if you use regular beans, you can up the chili powder in this recipe."

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I Just Discovered the Secret Ingredient for the Best Chili Ever—And It's Already In Your Kitchen

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Snoop Dogg’s 5-Ingredient Fried Bologna Sandwich

Allrecipes

"Love this simple recipe," says reviewer Theresa4601. "I always make anything new according to 'as written' the 1st time, then make changes to my taste. I've never had to do that with any of Snoop Dogg's recipes. Always easy, always good."

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Snoop Dogg’s Favorite Midnight Snack Is the Last Thing You’d Expect

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2-Minute Cheese Quesadillas

Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"My 4-year-old loves these cheese quesadillas! Just two ingredients and a microwave are needed for this quick and easy snack," says Allrecipes member Jackie. "Serve with a little dish of salsa or ketchup for dipping."

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5 Tips for Making the Perfect Quesadilla Every Time

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Air Fryer Brats

“Forget about the weather and cooking outside with these air fryer brats,” says Allrecipes Allstar Pat Bernitt. “There’s no reason to fire up the grill when you can get crispy brats this juicy and tender with perfect texture from an air fryer. We like ours on a hoagie bun with German mustard and sauerkraut.”

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An Ode to Wisconsin Beer Brats (And How to Make Them)

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Potato Soup

"I made this with raw, chunked potatoes and was worried it wouldn’t taste good because the recipe was so simple," says reviewer Micki Bender. "I was wrong. It was flavorful with a light consistency. Don’t be afraid to experiment with different herbs. My son loved it too!"

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Our 20 Top-Rated Soups Give You Comfort By the Bowlful

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Easy Enchiladas

"Beef, chicken, or cheese enchiladas—I have tried it all ways, and my family can't get enough," says Allrecipes member tanyap.

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10 Delicious Side Dishes for Enchiladas

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Broccoli Chicken Casserole

DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS 

"A deliciously creamy chicken, broccoli, and stuffing casserole with shredded chicken and tender broccoli in a cheesy mushroom sauce," says Allrecipes member Tracy. "Use your favorite stuffing mix to sprinkle over top for a crunchy, flavorful topping. Use leftover chicken or turkey to speed up prep time even more."

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I Tried Our 5 Most Popular Chicken Casseroles and This Is the One I'll Feed My Family Again and Again

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