While we love cooking, on some hot summer nights the last thing we want to do is prepare a complicated dinner. That’s when we turn to easy dinner recipes. From air fryer recipes to sheet pan dinners and simple salads, these 25 recipes are perfect when searching for a lazy summer dinner.
Air Fryer Pizza Chicken
"This recipe is a great alternative to regular pizza. It's just plain delicious. It's also a great meal for those who are looking for a high protein/low carb dish. From beginning to end, it takes less than a half hour to make and it's so simple to throw together." - Robyn
Oven Fajita Bake
"Easy and tasty dish loved by the entire family." - Debbie
Eggplant Pizzas
"Mini pizzas made on eggplant slices that are tasty, easy to make and kid friendly!" - Kevin
Grilled Flank Steak With Sherry-Mustard Sauce
"Thanks to the marinade, this steak is delicious. Flank steak can be tough, but this is nice and juicy. The mix of sherry, Dijon mustard, and ginger really permeate the meat and make each bite delicious." - The Kitchen Crew
Healthy 20 Minute Chili Lime Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Recipe
"Healthy 20 Minute Chili Lime Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita Recipe is an easy weeknight dinner staple. Crispy veggies, tender chicken and shrimp are seasoned with chili pepper and lime juice then served with healthy tortillas." - Paula
Pepper Steak on Rice
"I use to make this for us a lot because it's very simple and quick. It's also yummy and good for finicky kids." - Sheri
Bacon BBQ Chicken Skewers
"Grilled meat on a stick never had it any better than this; grilled chicken slathered in a bacon bbq sauce!" - Kevin
Green Beans, Chicken Breasts and Red Skin Potatoes
"This is such an easy dish for any dinner! Everyone loves it!" - Linda
Bruschetta Turkey Burger Sliders
"Bruschetta Turkey Burger Sliders are deliciously healthy ground turkey burgers topped with classic tomato bruschetta, mozzarella cheese, and balsamic mayonnaise. Full of fresh flavors, Bruschetta Turkey Burger Sliders makes a weeknight meal in under 30 minutes that healthy as well." - Paula
Lemony Vegetable Stir-Fry
"I've never made stir-fry before tonight. I wanted something that would go with steak and rice and be able to hold its own. This came out so good even my picky eating housemate had seconds." - Krystal
Balsamic Caprese Baked Chicken
"I like to have a bunch of quick, easy and tasty chicken dinner recipes on hand as chicken is often on sale and it’s perfect for a last minute dinner idea! This balsamic caprese baked chicken dish combines some pretty amazing flavours into a dinner that takes almost no time to make!" - Kevin
Mom's Taco Salad
"My mother made this for our rather large family in the hot summers back in the early 70's. I enjoyed it then as well as today." - Debby
Flavorfully Fantastic Chicken Salad Sandwich
"This is one of my new favorite sandwiches. My husband recently came up with the recipe, and we can't get enough. It could also be served on top of lettuce or inside a hollowed out tomato instead of adding the diced tomato. The ingredients combine to the perfect mixture of salty, sweet, and savory." - Melissa
Chicken Pineapple Kabobs
"Everyone loves these quick and easy chicken & pineapple kabobs! The longer you marinate the chicken the better." - Luci
Caprese Grilled Cheese Sandwich
"What better way is there to enjoy perfectly ripe tomatoes other than smothered in melted cheese along with some fresh homemade basil pesto in a sandwich that is grilled to perfection?" - Kevin
Taco Pizza
"I probably make this once a month at least. EVERYBODY loves it. Soo good!" - Jess
Shrimp Fajitas for Two
"Quick and delish!" - Anne
Cheesy Hamburger Casserole
"My mother made this recipe when I was a little girl and it has always been a favorite of mine. It is my go to recipe when I can't think of anything to make and it works great for a potluck party or a casual meal for company." - Jeanne
Cumin Grilled Pork Chops
"These pork chops are so juicy and full of flavor that they taste like steak." - Leah
Spicy Sriracha Grilled Chicken and Watermelon Salad
"The cool sweet salad balances the saucy heat of the Sriracha to perfection. The simplicity of this marinade is matched only by its great taste. Tender, juicy and tangy...Mind the cooking time: the flattened chicken's ready in minutes, which makes this a great dish for hungry people!" - Jess
Crock Pot Crack Chicken Recipe
"Crock Pot Crack Chicken Recipe is an easy ‘dump and go’ slow cooker recipe that is so good you’ll be addicted to it! Ten minutes of prep with ingredients you probably already have and it has endless meal possibilities." - Paula
Chicken and Strawberry Salad
"This light and fresh salad is delicious! With just the right mixture of fruit and spinach, it's perfect if you're looking for a light meal. The dressing is sweet with a slight tang from the lemon juice, but the salty chicken balances it out." - The Kitchen Crew
Chicken with Sun-Dried Tomatoes
"This our kind of easy weeknight dinner recipe. The white wine adds some acidity to the recipe. The sun-dried tomatoes are a bit tart and a burst of flavor. It's an easy dinner to impress guests. If you're looking to lower carbs, it would be delicious served over cauliflower rice too." - The Kitchen Crew
Chicken Waldorf Salad
"My husband and I both love this as a main dish salad. What could be easier, especially on a busy day or a hot day!" - Marlene