14 Lazy Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Lazy Weeknight Dinner Ideas

Having one of those don’t feel like cooking kind of days? These fix-it and forget-it recipes are here to save the day when preparing an elaborate meal isn’t in the cards. Super easy with minimal prep work, if you make any of these lazy weeknight dinner ideas, you won’t have to stand over a stovetop for an hour to make a meal. With little effort, you’ll have a family-approved recipe that is sure to please everyone’s taste buds. So, get ready to Pinch these pastas, tacos, casseroles, and more dinner recipes!

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“This is so much better than the stuff out of the box. You can taste all of the flavors and can modify it to your own liking. There will be minimal preservatives as well.” – Kim
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“I just love my slow cooker. This makes a great summer meal. No need to heat up the kitchen with the oven.” – Jill
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“This is a great comfort dish. My sister gave me the recipe, and I tweaked it to fit my family’s taste. My friends also request this when we have potluck dinners. Garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and serve with a salad and hot garlic bread. You’ll be a hit with everyone.” – Jeanne
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“My family and friends love these pork chops. One of my granddaughters said she loved coming to mamaw’s because she always has yummy food. That made my heart swell with love. I really enjoy cooking for my family!” – Bernice
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“This tater tot casserole is perfect for potlucks and very kid-friendly. Always a crowd-pleaser.” – Phyllis
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“We had this super duper easy flavorful chicken in several different meals this weekend. Friday Dinner: Chicken & Black Bean Soft Tacos Saturday Lunch: Taco Chicken & Avocado Sandwiches Sunday Breakfast: Southwest Omelets Sunday Dinner: Chicken & Lime Enchiladas Make today… cook easily tomorrow!” – Karie
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“My husband’s favorite way to have pork chops. They are always tender and juicy and taste wonderful. You can adjust the seasonings by adding, omitting, or substituting to your taste.” – Sasha
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“I found this recipe on the web, but I changed it so much that it became a new recipe! If you love chili and love beef stroganoff, you will love this recipe! It is so quick to make, and it’s tasty and hearty.” – Lillian
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“I have been perfecting this recipe for the last 6 months trying to enhance each component and marry together the most amazing experience for chili lovers. I’m all about flavor and not singeing my taste buds off my tongue.” – Tiffany
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“Eat ’em up, yum! Family and guests all loved this; no leftovers! I served it with guacamole salad and agua de Jamaica.” – Lark
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“I miss my grandma’s cabbage rolls. But it’s a lot of work to steam each leaf, fill, and place them in another pan, so I turned the rolls into this.” – Michelle
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“Succulent strips of sirloin are seasoned with garlic powder, then slow cooked with onion, green pepper, and stewed tomatoes. Great for anytime. This is another of my favorite comfort foods.” – Donna
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“This Pantry Chicken Spaghetti is a great family meal prepared with only pantry items. Perfect for anytime but also for emergency situations.” – Debbie
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“A tasty Chinese style beef and pepper stir-fry that is so quick and easy and so much better than takeout that you will never go back!” – Kevin