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13 Dinners You Can Make in 30 Minutes or Less—No Chef Skills Required

In today’s fast-paced world, finding time to cook a delicious dinner can feel like a daunting task. But what if we told you that you can whip up a satisfying meal in just 30 minutes—no gourmet skills required? These 13 easy dinner recipes are perfect for busy weeknights, offering quick prep and minimal cleanup while still delivering maximum flavor. Get ready to impress your family and yourself with meals that are as simple as they are scrumptious!

Instant Pot Salmon with Lemon and Dill

Instant Pot Salmon with Lemon and Dill
Photo Credit: The Foreign Fork.

This recipe for Instant Pot Salmon means that dinner has never been quicker! You can make this recipe in just ten minutes. The salmon is paired with a lemon and dill yogurt sauce that adds the perfect level of zest to the seafood dish. Enjoy!

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Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki

Greek Chicken Meatballs with Homemade Tzatziki
Photo Credit: Healthful Blondie.

The best juicy Greek chicken meatballs served over a light and fresh Greek salad dressed in tzatziki sauce. Cook them in the oven, stovetop, or air fryer for quick, healthy, gluten-free, and under 30-minute weeknight dinner or lunch.

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Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Photo Credit: House of Nash Eats.

Get ready for this 20-minute Creamy Garlic Shrimp Pasta to start making a regular appearance on your dinner table because everybody is going to love it! Perfectly cooked shrimp with al dente pasta, roasted red peppers, and zucchini all come together in a creamy garlic sauce that is a cinch to make and completely satisfying for a weeknight meal.

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Juicy Oven Baked Pork Chops (Easy Recipe)

Juicy Oven Baked Pork Chops (Easy Recipe)
Photo Credit: Lemon Blossoms.

We spill all the secrets and tips that make this easy Baked Pork Chop recipe one of our most popular recipes ever! With 17 million page views and hundreds of Five-Stars reviews, we know this recipe works, it’s fail-proof and delicious.

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Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma Sheet Pan Recipe

Oven Roasted Chicken Shawarma Sheet Pan Recipe
Photo Credit: Lemon Blossoms.

This easy Chicken Shawarma with vegetables sheet pan dinner is seasoned with a delicious blend of warm spices and then, oven roasted to perfection.

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Air Fryer Chicken Legs

Air Fryer Chicken Legs
Photo Credit: Always Use Butter.

Experience the perfect blend of crispy skin and tender meat with this foolproof Air Fryer Chicken Legs recipe. Using the magic of air frying technology, these chicken legs turn out golden brown on the outside and tender on the inside.

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Spicy Salmon Roll Sushi

Spicy Salmon Roll Sushi
Photo Credit: Masala Herb.

Recipe with instructions for your own homemade salmon roll sushi. This is a spicy inside-out sushi roll with raw salmon fish. I have added instructions for using cured salmon.

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Hibachi Shrimp

Hibachi Shrimp
Photo Credit: Savory Experiments.

If you love hibachi, now you can make it at home! This Hibachi Shrimp recipes is the BEST, and there is even a homemade yum yum sauce!

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Baked Scallops

Baked Scallops
Photo Credit: Bake it with Love.

These easy-baked scallops have a crispy, golden-brown Parmesan coating, while the scallops are buttery and tender. Sea scallops taste heavenly when baked in the oven, and it’s a simple main course or appetizer that can be made in less than 30 minutes!

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Grilled Salmon with Red Pepper Sauce

Grilled Salmon with Red Pepper Sauce
Photo Credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

Love Salmon? This Grilled Salmon with Red Pepper Sauce is a quick & easy meal perfect for weeknight dinners, special occasions, and fancy enough for entertaining. The salmon is simply grilled with cajun seasoning and lemon and topped with a fresh sauce of red bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes. All on the table in 30 minutes!

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Thai Beef with Carrot Basil Salad

Thai Beef with Carrot Basil Salad
Photo Credit: 2 Cookin Mamas.

Stir up a taste of Asia with this delicious Thai beef with Carrot Basil Salad. Saute ground beef & top with fresh vegetables for an easy & healthy meal.

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10 Minute Meal – Mapo Tofu

10 Minute Meal – Mapo Tofu
Photo Credit: Just One Cookbook.

Quick and easy Japanese-style Mapo Tofu will satisfy you on a busy weeknight! This popular, homey dish features silken tofu and ground pork in a rich and savory sauce that goes perfectly with hot steamed rice.

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Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl)

Gyudon (Japanese Beef Rice Bowl)
Photo Credit: Just One Cookbook.

With thinly sliced beef and tender onions simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, Gyudon or Japanese Beef Rice Bowl is synonymous with comfort. This simple and delicious dish, served over hot steamed rice, has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for over 150 years! It’s a perfect quick meal for a busy weeknight!

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