Easy-prep meal ideas for weeknights and hectic evenings, numbering 33

In the quest for a satisfying meal that won't take hours to prepare, we've gathered a list of simple yet delicious dinner options that are sure to become your new favourites. From hearty sandwiches to comforting casseroles, these recipes are perfect for busy weeknights or cosy evenings at home.

Hero Sandwich

Starting off our list is the Hero Sandwich, a quick and easy dinner option that comes together in minutes. With deli meats, melty cheese, and crisp veggies, it's a filling meal that's sure to hit the spot.

Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken

Next up is Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken, a comforting dinner with a golden, crunchy exterior and a creamy broccoli-and-cheese filling. The slight garlic kick adds an extra layer of flavour to this delightful dish.

Air Fryer Pork Chops

Crisp on the outside, juicy on the inside, Air Fryer Pork Chops are cooked to perfection in just 9 minutes. This quick and easy recipe is a must-try for anyone who loves pork chops.

Creamy Macaroni and Cheese

For a warm and comforting dish that will be gone before you know it, look no further than this Creamy Macaroni and Cheese recipe. Featuring cheddar and Gruyère cheese, a buttery panko-Parmesan topping, this mac and cheese is sure to become a family favourite.

The Easy Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli Recipe with Filling

If you're in the mood for something a bit fancier, give the Easy Homemade Four Cheese Ravioli Recipe with Filling a try. This recipe allows for homemade ravioli with your own filling, making for a meal that's both delicious and impressive.

Chicken Piccata

An easy dinner with a rich, lemon-infused sauce, Chicken Piccata is a great option for those who love a little tang in their meals. The chicken is tender and juicy, making for a perfect pairing with the zesty sauce.

10-Minute Gochujang Noodles

For a quick and spicy meal, try the 10-Minute Gochujang Noodles. These noodles are creamy, spicy, and come together in about 10 minutes, making them the perfect weeknight dinner.

Beef Kabobs

Beef Kabobs are an easy school-night dinner option with tender steak, blistered veggies, and bold flavour. Prep is quick, cook time is quicker, and plates come back clean, making this dish a winner for busy families.

Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken

Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken is a dinner option that cooks up tender and juicy with a bright, tangy pop from the lemonade. Zero fuss and big flavour make this dish a great choice for busy weeknights.

Tater Tot Casserole

The Tater Tot Casserole is a comfort food dish made with crispy tots, seasoned beef, and creamy soup. It comes together fast and always disappears quickly, making it a great option for families who love comfort food.

Old-Fashioned Shepherd's Pie

Shepherd's Pie is a comfort dinner consisting of savory meat, tender veggies, and a fluffy layer of mashed potatoes baked until golden. This classic dish is sure to become a family favourite.

Mussels in Cream Sauce

Simmered in a silky, white wine sauce with a gentle kick from sliced jalapenos, Mussels in Cream Sauce are a delicious seafood option that's perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight meal.

Slow Cooker Rump Roast

The recipe for a slow cooker rump roast provides fall-apart beef, flavour-soaked veggies, and an easy dinner for busy weeknights. This dish is sure to become a go-to meal for those who love slow-cooked meat.

Slow Cooker Taco Soup

Slow Cooker Taco Soup is a dinner option that everyone goes back for, even the picky ones. With chicken, meatballs, and cozy spices simmering all day with cabbage until it's rich and flavorful, this soup is a great choice for cold winter nights.

Mexican Casserole

This easy Mexican Casserole is packed with seasoned beef, Rotel, crunchy chips, and tons of melty cheddar. It comes together fast and disappears even faster, making it a great option for families who love Mexican food.

Loaded Blackened Skillet Chicken

Weeknight-easy with a bold seasoning and melty cheese, Loaded Blackened Skillet Chicken is a delicious dinner option that's sure to become a family favourite.

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup

Slow Cooker Butternut Squash Soup is a soothing and simple dish that requires minimal effort. With a silky texture and flavour that feels fancy, this soup is a great option for a comforting meal.

Quiche Lorraine

Quiche Lorraine contains bacon, eggs, and melty cheese, making it a delicious brunch or dinner option. This classic dish is sure to become a family favourite.

Grilled Chicken Kofta Kebabs

Grilled Chicken Kofta Kebabs are ground chicken mixed with herbs and warm spices. These kebabs are a great option for those who love grilled meat and want to try something new.

Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin

Sweet, smoky, and melt-in-your-mouth tender, the Slow Cooker Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin is a new dinner option that's sure to become a family favourite.

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

All crunch on the outside and juicy inside, Buttermilk Fried Chicken is a delicious dinner option that's sure to become a family favourite.

Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops

Crock Pot Smothered Pork Chops are slow-cooked in a creamy mushroom and onion gravy. This dish is a great option for those who love comfort food and want an easy meal.

The Author

The author who wrote the recipes including "Slow Cooker Rump Roast," "Tater Tot Casserole," "Hero Sandwich," and others listed is usually Ree Drummond, known as The Pioneer Woman. Drummond's recipes are known for their simplicity, comfort food appeal, and delicious flavours.

Grilled Rockfish Tacos

Grilled Rockfish Tacos feature tangy slaw, bright mango salsa, and a creamy avocado drizzle. This seafood option is a great choice for those who love tacos and want to try something new.

Honey Chipotle Steak and Potatoes

Honey Chipotle Steak and Potatoes feature a sweet heat from honey and chipotle. This dish is a great option for those who love steak and want to try something new and flavourful.

Slow Cooker Chicken Corn Chowder

This slow cooker chicken corn chowder packs tender chicken, baby potatoes, sweet corn, and a cheesy bacon finish. It's a warm, creamy, and comforting dish that's perfect for a cold winter night.

Chicken Tortilla Casserole

This Chicken Tortilla Casserole is super cheesy, creamy, and packed with chicken, green chiles, and tortillas. All baked into one big cozy dish, this casserole is a great option for families who love Mexican food.

Crock Pot Stuffed Peppers

Crock Pot Stuffed Peppers are filled with a rich, savory filling and cooked gently in the slow cooker. This dish is a great option for those who love stuffed peppers and want an easy meal.

Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes

Pasta with Ricotta & Tomatoes is a cozy and cheesy dish that's perfect for a cold winter night. With creamy ricotta and juicy tomatoes, this pasta dish is sure to become a family favourite.

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites

Garlic Butter Chicken Bites are coated in a rich garlic-butter sauce and cook up golden and juicy. This dish is a great option for those who love garlic and want a delicious appetizer or main course.

Firecracker Meatballs

Firecracker Meatballs are spicy, saucy, and downright craveable. Spooning over a bowl of rice and watch them disappear, these meatballs are a great option for those who love spicy food.

Slow Cooker Cowboy Sloppy Joes

Slow Cooker Cowboy Sloppy Joes are smoky, sweet, and a little spicy. With bacon, jalapeños, and BBQ sauce simmering into tender, saucy beef that's perfect on toasted buns with melty Colby Jack, this dish is a great option for those who love sloppy joes.

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings

Crock Pot Chicken and Dumplings are made with everyday staples and hardly any effort. This dish is a great option for those who love comfort food and want an easy meal.

Slow Cooker Shredded Pork Tacos

These slow cooker shredded pork tacos are sweet, smoky, and packed with flavor. Simmering in enchilada sauce, green chiles, and brown sugar until they are fall-apart tender, these tacos are a great option for those who love Mexican food.