πŸ’ͺ🏼 Weeknight Heroes: 15 Crazy-Easy Dinners


Hi Reader,

With back-to-school season comes busier mornings, evenings, and schedules.

With that in mind, today I'm sharing 15 weeknight heroes β€” aka crazy-easy + one-pan recipes that can be made in minutes.

All hail these simple, family-friendly dinners that require minimal clean up since they're made in one pan. Pick out a side dish and dinner's done!

#1 Baked Chicken Thighs

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#2 Reuben Chicken

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#3 One Pot Chicken and Rice

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#4 Cheesy Chicken Burrito Skillet

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#5 American Goulash

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#6 Chicken and Broccoli

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#7 Chorizo, Sweet Potato, Black Bean Rice Skillet

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Best Pan for 1 Pan Meals

I love the high sides and lid on this large, ceramic skillet. There is nothing this pan cannot do or make!

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#8 How to Cook Burgers in the Oven

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#9 Easy Chicken Fried Rice

Or try Cauliflower Rice!

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#10 One Pot Gnocchi Chicken Pot Pie

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#11 Easiest Baked Chicken Breast

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#12 Skillet Shepherd’s Pie

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#13 Beef and Veggie Enchilada Skillet

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#14 Loaded Italian Sausages

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#15 Homemade Crunchy Taco Hamburger Helper

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Boursin Bruschetta Dip

Whip up this simple + totally addicting appetizer recipe before the sun sets on summer!

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