Very often we are extremely busy and it seems like we don’t have the time to cook a proper meal but there are plenty of quick, easy and tasty recipes that can be made in 30 minutes or less and I like to keep a list of them on hand for those busy nights. Below you will find some of my favourite meals that can be made in 30 minutes or less and none of them sacrifice anything in the way of flavour! These quick and easy meals range from the staple chicken and pasta dishes, to soups, salads, burgers, pizzas, fish, Chinese takeout fakeout and even a few kid friendly meals. Many of these recipes use ingredients that are already in your pantry or freezer so you really just need to throw in some fresh ingredients like veggies or a salad for a side dish and you are good to go. The next time you are in a rush to get something ready for dinner on a busy night, don’t reach for the phone to order takeout, reach for your list of your favourite 30 minute meals.
Cajun Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Stuffed Chicken
Chicken in a Creamy Parmesan and Sundried Tomato Sauce
Chicken and Avocado Burritos
Taco Spaghetti
Creamy Parmesan Tomato and Spinach Tortellini Soup
Quinoa White Chicken Chili
Spinach and Artichoke Skillet Chicken with Sundried Tomatoes
Cilantro and Lime Salmon
Shrimp Scampi
Chicken Piccata
Chicken Parmesan Soup
Puttanesca Sauce
Pad Thai
Chicken Parmesan
20 Minute Light Mongolian Beef
Pizza Quesadillas (aka Pizzadillas)
Spinach and Artichoke Dip Pasta
Quick and Easy Chinese Hot and Sour Soup
Roasted Red Pepper and Goat Cheese Alfredo Pasta
Southwestern Grilled Chicken Jalapeno Popper Salad
Thai Lemon Shrimp
Chicken and Mushroom Skillet in a Creamy Asiago and Mustard Sauce
Buffalo Chicken Mac and Cheese
Thai Chicken Pizza with Sweet Chili Sauce
Chicken Carnitas Burrito Bowl with Cilantro Lime Cauliflower Rice
Tortellini Chili
Shrimp Linguine in a Tomato and Feta Sauce (aka Shrimp Saganaki Linguine)
Bruschetta Chicken
Maple-Miso Dijon Salmon
Honey Dijon Pretzel Chicken
Pasta alla Alfredo
Blackened Catfish Tacos
Taco Beef Gnocchi
Taco Salad
Sweet Chili Chicken Salad
Shrimp Fra Diavolo
20 Minute Light Orange Chicken
Apple Chicken Skillet
Mac and Cheese Soup – Closet Cooking A super creamy mac and che
BBQ Chicken Salad with Creamy Avocado Dressing
Carne Asada (Grilled Marinated Steak)
Buffalo Chicken Burgers
Salmon Teriyaki
Balsamic Strawberry and Chicken Pizza with Sweet Onions and Smoked Bacon
Salsa Verde Chicken Enchiladas
Chicken Fried Cauliflower Rice
Crispy Baked Thai Peanut Sauce Coated Chicken
Greek Beef Skillet
Creamy Parmesan Cajun Chicken Pasta Soup
Grilled Chicken Souvlaki Salad with Creamy Feta and Dill Dressing
Burgers Smothered in a Caramelized Onion, Mushroom and Blue Cheese Sauce
Cauliflower Chowder
Fajita Burgers
Skinny Chicken Saltimbocca
Creamy Lemon Grilled Chicken, Asparagus and Artichoke Pasta
Asparagus and Lemon and Basil Ricotta Stuffed Salmon Rolls with Lemon Sauce
Balsamic Honey and Mustard Pork Chops
Taco Lime Grilled Shrimp
Raspberry Balsamic Chipotle Grilled Pork Chops
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Italian Sausage Pasta
Chipotle Lime Salmon
Thai Peanut Chicken Avocado Burritos
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Goat Cheese Skillet Chicken
Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
Lemon Chicken Romano
Cuban Mojo Grilled Pork Chops
BBQ Chicken Pizza Baked Chicken
BBQ Chicken COBB Salad with Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing
Bacon BBQ Chicken Skewers
Creamy Lemon Chicken
Apricot Dijon Glazed Salmon
Creamy Cajun Tomato and Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Balsamic Caprese Baked Chicken
Steak in Creamy Cajun Shrimp Sauce (Surf and Turf)
Creamy Chicken and Gnocchi Soup
Chicken Francaise
Garlic Butter Skillet Steak Bites and Potatoes
Philly Cheesesteak Sloppy Joes
Cheesy Beef Enchilada Tortellini Skillet
Pico de Gallo Chicken
Grilled Chicken Shawarma
Chicken and Avocado Quesadillas
Skillet Chicken Verde
Skillet Sweet Chili Chicken
Lemon Chicken Romano
Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowls
Skillet Chicken Satay
Chicken Teriyaki
Crunch Wrap Supreme
Parmesan and Herb Crusted Salmon with Lemon Cream Sauce
Baked Chicken Enchilada Casserole
Asiago Cauliflower and Quinoa Chowder
Cajun Chicken Alfredo Stuffed Shells
Pesto Smashed Chickpea and Avocado Sandwich
Kung Pao Chicken
Cuban Picadillo
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Emily says
I am loving all of the soups in this list. You always need a handful of quick yummy meals. Saving this post for later.
Grandbabycakes says
Kevin, I want every single one of these. They are fantastic!
Administration Office Arrow Companies says
What a bunch of great ideas! So refreshing and with a nice unique twist. Can't wait to try some.