Easy stovetop dinners are perfect for those days when turning on the oven feels like way too much. Why deal with preheating and all that when you can whip up great meals right on the stove without breaking a sweat? These recipes are so simple, you’ll wonder why you’ve been bothering with roasting, baking, or anything involving a baking sheet in the first place.
Reuben Bowls
Stovetop cooking gets a big thumbs up with Reuben Bowls. This dish lets you enjoy all the great flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich without hassle. Just layer some corned beef, sauerkraut, coleslaw, and Swiss cheese in a bowl, ready in 30 minutes. This one’s perfect for a hearty meal that fills you up without tying you down to the kitchen sink. Plus, it’s a smart choice when you’d rather chill than deal with a big cleanup.
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Chicken Thighs with Artichoke Hearts
Dinner shouldn’t feel like a chore, and this Creamy Chicken with Artichoke Hearts gets that. Juicy chicken thighs meet a decadent artichoke cream sauce that’s rich enough to make you forget you had a to-do list at all. Perfect for weeknight dinners, date nights, or just nights when you refuse to spend hours cooking — it’s ready in 30 minutes, leaving you with better things to do (like not cooking).
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Tuscan Garlic Shrimp and Spinach
Tuscan Garlic Shrimp and Spinach is a dish that’ll make you forget you’re just cooking on the stovetop. In just 25 minutes, whip up a feast of succulent shrimp, fresh spinach, and juicy tomatoes, all smothered in a rich garlic sauce. This dish is filled with Mediterranean flavors and keeps your post-dinner routine as easy as pie.
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Chicken Tortellini Soup
Chicken Tortellini Soup is all about comfort with convenience. It’s a bowl of rich broth filled with chicken, cheese tortellini, carrots, and celery — ready in 40 minutes. This soup is your best friend when you need something comforting but simple to make on a busy evening. With only one pot to clean, it’s a perfect choice for those nights when you want to huddle up with something good to eat and not worry about the mess afterward.
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Cabbage and Sausage
Stovetop cooking doesn’t get easier or quicker than with Cabbage and Sausage. In just 25 minutes, you can cook up a delicious meal that combines the heartiness of sausages with the crunch and sweetness of cabbage, all seasoned with a hint of apple cider vinegar and your favorite spices. This one-pan meal is perfect for anyone looking to enjoy a great meal without much effort.
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken
With Creamy Tuscan Chicken, you’re just 40 minutes away from a meal that feels like a holiday in Italy. This dish features chicken thighs that stay juicy and tender, combined with the rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach, all enveloped in a creamy garlic sauce. It’s a one-skillet meal, which means you spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying.
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Creamy Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet
When time’s not on your side, the Creamy Ground Beef and Cauliflower Rice Skillet steps up. It’s a hearty mix of ground beef, cheddar cheese, mushrooms, and cauliflower rice, all cooked in one skillet. This dish is quick to make — ready in about 30 minutes — and super easy to clean up. Perfect for a filling weeknight dinner, it’s a hearty meal that keeps kitchen time short and sweet.
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Lemon Garlic Scallops
Say goodbye to complicated meals and hello to these easy Lemon Garlic Scallops that make stovetop cooking a joy. It’s flavorful, quick to cook, and features fresh scallops, lemon, and garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is great for when you want something that feels special but doesn’t keep you tied up in the kitchen.
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Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
The Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a go-to for a hearty, comforting meal in 30 minutes. This recipe uses chicken thighs for richness, paired with a creamy mushroom sauce that’s both smooth and full of flavor. It’s all cooked in one pan, which means less mess and easier preparation and cleanup. Perfect for a midweek dinner, this dish delivers comfort without the commitment.
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Chicken Pot Pie Soup
Chicken Pot Pie Soup is where all the classic pot pie flavors come together in a less complicated form. This dish combines chicken, potatoes, carrots, and celery with a creamy broth, creating a comforting soup ready in about an hour. It’s a great choice for anyone craving comfort food without the hassle of baking a pie. It’s cooked on the stovetop, simplifying your meal prep and cleanup.
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Sausage Curry
Sausage Curry is an effortlessly delicious dish that combines sausages, sweet potatoes, carrots, and peas in a hearty curry sauce. It’s lovely, flavorful, ready in under an hour, and requires just one pan. This recipe is a lifesaver on busy nights or when you don’t feel like tackling a pile of dishes. It’s also a great way to introduce variety to your weeknight dinners.
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Garlic Butter Chicken Bites
These Garlic Butter Chicken Bites make stovetop cooking so rewarding. It’s packed with tender chicken smothered in a rich garlic butter sauce — yes, it’s as good as it sounds. You need just a few basic ingredients like chicken, butter, garlic, and a sprinkle of herbs. Everything comes together in about 20 minutes. It’s a perfect dish for those who need a quick meal after a long day.
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Sun Dried Tomato Chicken
Enjoy the simplicity and flavor of Sun Dried Tomato Chicken, a one-pan meal that simplifies your dinner routine. This dish features juicy chicken thighs, creamy sauce, tangy sun-dried tomatoes, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, all cooked together to create a flavorful meal. It’s ready in about 30 minutes, making it perfect for a busy weeknight.
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White Bean Soup
On those nights when only a comforting bowl of soup will do, turn to this White Bean Soup. This one-pot wonder combines white beans, carrots, celery, and a hint of lemon for a comforting and nutritious meal. It’s all simmered together in a rich broth that develops a great depth of flavor in just 40 minutes. This soup is a great choice for anyone looking for a filling meal that won’t leave the kitchen in disarray.
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Broccoli Fritters
These Broccoli Fritters are just the ticket when you’re looking for a way to make greens more exciting. They’re made with steamed broccoli, eggs, and Parmesan, and they come together on your stovetop in about 35 minutes. These fritters are simple to make and fun to eat, making them a hit with kids and adults. Plus, they’re cooked in just one pan, which means minimal cleanup and more time to relax in the evening.
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Green Chile Chicken
On those nights when you need dinner to be easy and rewarding, our Green Chile Chicken is a go-to. This stovetop dish takes just 20 minutes to prepare, combining shredded chicken, spicy green chiles, and a creamy sauce that brings everything together in one pan. It’s perfect for busy evenings when time is tight and you still want a homemade meal.
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Creamy Garlic Chicken
Creamy Garlic Chicken is the stovetop meal that answers the call of comfort food without leaving a sink full of dishes. Ready in 30 minutes, this dish features succulent chicken breasts covered in a rich garlic and Parmesan sauce that cooks in the same pan as the chicken. It’s perfect for anyone looking for a simple yet delicious dinner.
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Creamy Dijon Chicken
Creamy Dijon Chicken is the stovetop dish that turns your dinner into a special occasion without all the stress. In just 30 minutes, you can serve a meal that combines the tender juiciness of chicken thighs with the boldness of Dijon mustard, all rounded out by the richness of the bacon and the freshness of spinach. This one-pan wonder is perfect for those who love to eat well, making it great for weeknight dinners and special gatherings.
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Fried Cabbage with Bacon
If you’re looking for a meal that’s both quick and filling, our Fried Cabbage with Bacon is a perfect choice. This stovetop recipe is ready in 25 minutes and uses just one pan to combine the hearty flavors of bacon and cabbage with the sharpness of onion, creating a simple yet flavorful dish. Great for busy weeknights, this dish shows that quick dinners don’t have to be plain or packed with takeout containers.
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