50 One-Pot Meals for an Easy Dinner and Even Easier Clean Up
Hate doing dishes? These suppers are the solution!
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What's better than whipping up a quick dinner recipe that the whole family loves? Recipes that require as few dishes as possible. Introducing these easy one-pot meals you'll keep coming back to, from healthy options and vegetarian recipes to hearty beef stews and fall soups that will keep you cozy when the weather gets chilly. Bonus: You'll spend less time cleaning up, and more time enjoying family time.
These easy one-pot meals take advantage of appliances and cooking gear you probably already have on hand. Want to pull out your plug-in appliances? We've gathered easy slow cooker dishes and Instant Pot recipes that require only these tools to whip up a family-friendly feast. You can also rely on your sheet pan, favorite casserole dish, your trusty cast iron skillet or even a Dutch oven to stir up stunning and delicious one-pot wonders.
The biggest benefit of one-pot meals is that you only have at most a few dishes to wash up at the end of the night (no sink full of dirty dishes here!). They're great recipes to keep in your back pocket, whether you're looking for a fast fix on a weeknight or a family dinner idea that allows you to spend even more time away from the kitchen and with the crew.
Looking for even more one-pot meals that are sure to please the whole family? We've gathered some more recipes in Good Housekeeping's Cookbook, One-Pot Magic.
Tomato-Poached Cod with Olives and Capers
This one-skillet dish features poached cod simmered with a splash of rosé, which leaves you the rest of the bottle to drink with your meal — a 2-in-1 we can get behind.
One-Pot Spaghetti
Simmering pasta straight in the sauce results in a luxurious glossy sauce — and only one dish to wash!
Get the One-Pot Spaghetti recipe.
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White Pizza with Brussels Sprouts and Ham
You don't need fancy equipment to make restaurant-quality pizza at home thanks to the good ol' sheet pan.
Enchilada Pie
No need to roll individual enchiladas. Instead layer tortillas with re-fried beans, rotisserie chicken and a vibrant sauce.
Get the Enchilada Pie recipe.
Potato Leek Soup
The secret to this creamy dreamy one-pot soup? Leftover mashed potatoes. Really!
Get the Potato Leek Soup recipe.
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Pasta with No-Cook Tomato Sauce
Let peak season tomatoes shine in this simple sauce, speckled with salty capers and Castelvetrano olives.
Savory Turkey Lettuce Wraps
These lettuce wraps, stuffed with savory, slightly spicy ground turkey and veggies, come together in 20 minutes.
Get the Savory Turkey Lettuce Wraps recipe.
Broccoli-Parmesan Chicken Soup
Give broccoli soup a boost of protein with chicken and a serious sprinkle of Parmesan. Seconds, please!
Traditional Chicken Curry
Don't skip blooming the ground spices in the hot oil when starting this recipe. The sautéing brings out their aromas and flavor (and will make your kitchen smell amazing!).
Get the Traditional Chicken Curry recipe.
Double Bean Nachos
Top chips with any ingredients you have in the refrigerator to make a speedy supper that the whole family will enjoy. Our favorites? Decadent refried beans and sharp cheddar.
Get the Double Bean Nachos recipe.
White Bean Cassoulet with Pork and Lentils
Let this slow cooker meal simmer all day for maximum flavor.
Instant Pot Chicken Soup
Craving comfort? This cozy soup comes together in 30 minutes, flat.
Get the Instant Pot Chicken Soup recipe.
Creamy Lemon Pasta with Chicken and Peas
Kids will definitely be on board for this cheesy, garlicky pasta dinner.
Sausage Cauliflower Skillet Casserole
Forget the casserole dish — this flavor-packed sausage dish can be made right in your cast iron skillet.
Instant Pot Pho With Chicken
Rely on your Instant Pot to serve up ultra-tender chicken and perfectly cooked noodles in a flavor-packed broth studded with fresh herbs and chiles.
Get the Instant Pot Pho With Chicken recipe.
Pressure Cooker Winter Squash and Lentil Stew
This cold-weather recipe is full of flavor thanks to spicy fresh ginger, coriander and cardamom.
Get the Pressure Cooker Winter Squash and Lentil Stew recipe.
Chicken, Sausage and White Bean Stew
Slow-cooked chicken thighs and beans make for a protein-packed winter-ready stew.
Butternut Squash Curry
Got a Dutch oven? That's all you really need to make this delicious curry — although it tastes like you put a lot more work into it!
Get the Butternut Squash Curry recipe.
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Tuscan Sausage and Kale Frittata
Whether you're making a hearty brunch or breakfast-for-dinner, this cheesy, meaty egg dish will be a hit.
Shrimp Curry and Rice
It's a party in the pan! This colorful dinner seasoned with ginger, garlic and curry powder comes together in only 30 minutes.
Get the Shrimp Curry and Rice recipe.
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