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
Pesto Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Tomatoes and Grilled Chicken
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
Zucchini Pizza Bites
Pad Thai
Vietnamese Summer Roll Salad
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
Shrimp Scampi with Zucchini Noodles
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)
Jalapeno Popper Corn Fritters
Maple-Miso Dijon Salmon
Honey Dijon Pretzel Chicken
Caprese Chicken Pesto Pasta
Blackened Catfish Tacos
Spicy Peanut Chicken Quesadillas
Taco Salad
Sweet Chili Chicken Salad
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Popper Burgers
20 Minute Light Orange Chicken
Bacon Jam and Guacamole Quesadilla topped with a Fried Egg and Bacon Jam Vinaigrette Drizzle
Avocado and Goat Cheese Alfredo Pasta
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
Roasted Brussels Sprout Carbonara
Chicken Fried Cauliflower Rice
Crispy Baked Thai Peanut Sauce Coated Chicken
Honey Lemon Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry
BBQ Chicken, Apple, Bacon and Cheddar Quesadillas
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
Tilapia Baked in Thai Green Curry
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
Grilled BBQ Chicken, Zucchini and Corn Quinoa Salad
Chipotle Lime Salmon
Thai Peanut Chicken Avocado Burritos
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper and Spinach Goat Cheese Skillet Chicken
Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops
Bacon Wrapped Asparagus, Asparagus and Pistachio Pesto and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken
Cuban Mojo Grilled Pork Chops
Thai Peanut Chicken Saute
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
Spicy Garlic Shrimp Pasta
Oyakodon (Japanese Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)
Thai Peanut Chicken Buddha Bowls
Skillet Chicken Satay
Chicken Teriyaki
Chicken Parmesan Salisbury Steak
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
More 30 Minute Meals
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I am loving all of the soups in this list. You always need a handful of quick yummy meals. Saving this post for later.
Kevin, I want every single one of these. They are fantastic!
What a bunch of great ideas! So refreshing and with a nice unique twist. Can't wait to try some.