Fall activities are in full swing and for many, weekday dinners become a bit of an afterthought. Sound familiar? We get it, and we’ve got you. These easy dinner recipes come together quickly and bring big flavor – along with the nutritious goodness of fruits and veggies.
From crockpot recipes to pasta recipes and easy chicken dinner recipes, you’ll find so many delicious options to lighten your load.
Even better, this collection includes several dinner ideas perfect for cozy season. Try them any time you’re craving warm, comforting fall recipes. Whatever you choose, you’ll be savoring a satisfying meal in no time!
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One-Pot Wonders
We love recipes that require just a few minutes – and even fewer dirty dishes. If you’ve got 30 minutes and a deep skillet, you’re ready to whip up these easy, yummy meals.
One Pot Enchilada Rice
This cozy, cheesy, incredibly easy dinner recipe is perfect for hectic nights. It uses canned veggies and other pantry staples for convenience and a food-group win!
One Skillet Pork Chops, Brussels Sprouts & Sugarbee Apples
Impress your crew with this hearty, healthy meal that plates beautifully and tastes even better. You don’t have to tell them it only took 30 minutes and one pan!
Pasta Recipes
Pasta is always a crowd-pleaser – and offers so many great ways to sneak extra veggies into your dinner recipes. These dishes are quick, flavorful and oh-so-satisfying.
Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta
When you’re craving pasta – but nothing too heavy – you can’t beat a lemon garlic sauce. Shrimp is one of the quickest proteins to cook, making this a speedy-yet-tasty go-to!
Tomato & Spinach Tortellini Salad
We just love a pasta salad full of veggies. Serve this Mediterranean-inspired pasta recipe as a main or side, warm or cold, at home or your next gathering!
Simple Spaghetti with Garlic, Peas & Parmesan
This carbonara-like pasta recipe feels so luxurious and yet is so easy to make. It’s bursting with bright flavor from spring peas and lemon. A treat for any season!
Soups & Stews
Nothing says cozy season like a steaming bowl of soup or stew! These easy dinner recipes offer comfort with a side of veggies, with convenient stovetop and slow cooker options.
Spicy Butternut Squash & Kale Stew with Peanuts
This rich, African-inspired vegan stew will fill you up and warm you through with delicious flavor (add cayenne for heat). It’s a simple way to feed a large group!
Acorn & Chayote Ratatouille
If you love the classic French vegetarian stew, you must try this Creole twist. Full of perfectly spiced squash and plantain, it makes a robust meal in under 30 minutes.
Slow Cooker Italian Meatball Soup
Some days, you just let the slow cooker do the work for you! This easy dinner recipe uses canned and frozen ingredients for homemade taste with minimal prep work.
Chicken Recipes
Easy chicken dinner recipes are an ideal solution on many busy nights. (A versatile protein that most kids enjoy? Sold!) These are two tasty favorites that can cover multiple meals.
Maple Mustard Sweet Potato Chicken Skewers
When you put together these sweet and savory skewers for dinner, just make a few extra, and you’ve got lunch for the next day. They travel well for outdoor events, too!
Chicken Tortilla Casserole
This easy dinner recipe features creamy, tangy layers of chicken, beans, corn and tortillas – enough said? You’ll love the leftovers, too … if there are any, that is.
Explore 400+ more dinner recipes featuring fruits and veggies
If you enjoyed this collection of easy dinner recipes, here’s some great news: we have so many more options for you to try. Browse our Quick & Easy, 5 Ingredients or Less, One Pot Meals and Sheet Pan Meals categories for additional inspiration! And, of course, check out the general Dinner Recipes category for our full selection. You’ll find dinner ideas for those blissful occasions when you have lots of time to cook or just want to jazz up your menu. Explore and enjoy!
