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15 One-Pot Wonders That Cut Down on Time in the Kitchen

Jun 3 2017 - 11:00am

Cooking for your family is one thing . . . doing their dishes is quite another. Cut down on your time in the kitchen by minimizing the number of pots and pans that you put to use when you're making their meals, and you'll reap the benefits after dinner's done. These 15 family-friendly dinner ideas are easy, efficient, and most importantly, kid approved!

One-Pan Roasted Garlic-Parmesan Chicken Tenders and Green Beans With Fresh Grape Tomatoes

Your kids will fall in love with these homemade chicken fingers [1] that are not only healthier than the frozen versions but also so much tastier.

Tortellini Chicken Noodle Soup

Transform a package of store-bought tortellini into a dinner worthy of company [2] (and their praise, too!) with this easy one-pot meal idea.

One-Pot Taco Spaghetti

Tacos and pasta? This 30-minute taco spaghetti [3] just may make it into our weekly routine!

One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese

This homestyle chili mac and cheese [4] lends itself perfectly to a chilly night (bonus points if you've got a roaring fire in the background!).

Baked Mac and Cheese With Chicken and Broccoli

What could be better than a healthier (no cream!) version of mac and cheese? This baked mac and cheese with chicken and broccoli [5] that packs in the protein and veggies in under 30 minutes!

Easy One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

This easy beef stroganoff [6] recipe is finger-licking good!

One-Pot Shrimp Pasta

It doesn't get much easier than this shrimp pasta [7]. Using a jar of sauce and some fresh herbs and veggies, it's sure to become a go-to dish.

One-Pot Cilantro-Lime Chicken

Need to spice up your typical chicken cutlet routine? Cilantro-lime chicken [8] couldn't be easier — all you need is an oven-proof skillet or cast-iron pan.

One-Pot Jerk Chicken and Coconut Rice

Bring a taste of the Caribbean home, with very little cleanup, through this jerk chicken and coconut rice recipe [9].

One-Pot Tuscan Shrimp Scampi

Shrimp scampi receives the one-pot makeover with this recipe [10].

Lemon Chicken Risotto

For a one-meal entrée that tastes of Spring, try this lemon chicken risotto [11].

Easy Skillet Lasagna

Yes, you really can cook lasagna in a skillet [12] — and it takes about a third of the time!

Easy Shrimp Broccoli Stir-Fry

Forget 30 minutes. In just 20 minutes and with just one pan, your family will be enjoying this tasty shrimp broccoli stir-fry [13].

One-Pot Pasta Bolognese

No need to dirty several pots and pans for this classic family favorite. This pasta bolognese [14] is all the taste with half the cleanup!

One-Pot Lemon Herb Chicken and Rice

Easy and tasty, this lemon herb chicken and rice [15] is the ultimate crowd-pleaser — and it takes just 30 minutes!


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