One-pot cooking recipes mean a very important thing: Less washing up! On those hectic weekday nights, we’re all looking for ways to make dinnertime run smoothly, and fewer dishes to clean is definitely a step in the right direction. It’s easy to love one-pot dinners because they’re efficient – easy prep and easy clean up.
We’ve rounded up seven stress-free options that are easy to prepare and kid-friendly. There’s something to please everyone (and more time for you…) with this delectable week of meals:
1. Chicken Cacciatore – An Italian classic beloved by kids and parents alike, this dish couldn’t be easier to throw together. It really hits the spot on a cool autumn evening.
2. Spicy Cajun Chicken & Rice – With just six ingredients, this recipe is prepped and cooked in just 30 minutes. Easy, flavorful, yum.
3. Roasted Dijon Chicken – The apple cider/Dijon mustard combination for your chicken will soon be a no-fail fall dinner staple in your house.
4. Sweet Potato Broccoli Chicken Bake – Well balanced with healthy sources of protein, fats, and carbs, and just as delicious reheated the next day for lunch.
5. One Pan Mexican Quinoa – Quinoa with a Mexican twist! Chock full of protein and a little spiciness, this simple dish is super healthy … and kid approved.
6. Tuscan Chicken and Bean Skillet – A delicious recipe from Walmart, the minimal ingredients and a flavorful combination of chicken, beans and zucchini provide the perfect combination for those hectic weeknight dinner dilemmas.
7. Easy One-Skillet Lasagna – You can go from cupboard to table in 30 minutes with this quick-fix version of an all-time favorite comfort food. For an added kick, try incorporating cans of Diced Tomatoes with Garlic and Onion from Del Monte.