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One Pot Meals

These simple One Pot Meals are the perfect way to make quick and easy weeknight dinners! Everything cooks in one pot or one pan for maximum flavor and minimum cleanup. These easy one pan dinner ideas are the perfect way to answer the age-old question of what's for dinner.

Plus there's no need to worry about cooking any side dishes because they're already included in these one dish meals. Here you'll find easy pasta recipes, hearty soups and stews, and sheet pan recipes.

Your family is sure to love these delicious dinners!

Try making our popular Sheet Pan Chicken Nuggets and Fries or Italian Sausage and Bean Soup.

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    American Goulash Recipe (Easy One-Pot Classic)
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    Slow Cooker Garlic Steak and Potatoes Recipe
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    Italian Sausage and Bean Soup Recipe
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    Southern Black Eyed Peas Recipe (Stovetop)
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    Crock Pot Black Eyed Peas Recipe (with Pork Chops)
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    Easy Lasagna Soup Recipe (One-Pot Comfort Classic)
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    Soulful Leftover Turkey & Rice Soup (with Greens) Recipe
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    Easy White Chicken Chili Recipe
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    Easy Chili Recipe (Ready in 30 Minutes!)
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    Easy Chicken Pot Pie Recipe (Double Crust, Super Cozy)ย 
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    Cast Iron Chicken Thighs with Potatoes & Carrots
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    Southern Lima Beans with Smoked Turkey (Stovetop Recipe)
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    Cod en Papillote (Baked Cod in Parchment with Chili Lime and Corn)
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    Honey Sriracha Salmon (Easy 30-Minute Baked Recipe)
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    Brown Sugar Dijon Salmon (Baked, Juicy & Ready in 15 Minutes)
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    One Pot Lemon Ricotta Pasta (Creamy & Easy Weeknight Dinner)
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    Southern Home Fried Potatoes & Onions (Crispy Skillet Potatoes)
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    Homemade Mild Taco Seasoning (Quick & Kid-Friendly Spice Blend)
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    Easy Baked Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
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    Juicy Cast Iron Chicken Breast (Easy Weeknight Recipe)
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    Southern Fried Cabbage with Bacon (Easy One-Skillet Side Dish)
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    Garlic Butter Shrimp (Quick & Easy 20-Minute Recipe)
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    One Pot Chicken and Rice
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    White Cheddar Mac and Cheese
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    Martha Stewart One Pot Pasta
  • One Pot Creamy Alfredo with Peas and Bacon
  • Easy Shrimp Boil in Oven
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    Chicken Nuggets and Fries
  • Honey Mustard Chicken Marinade Recipe (Baked or Grilled)
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    Easy Skillet Sausage and Potatoes Recipe
  • Easy Sheet Pan Breakfast Bake Recipe
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    Homemade Tomato Soup with Canned Tomatoes
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    Instant Pot Chicken and Potatoes with Green Beans
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    One Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese
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    One Pot Chicken Noodle Soupย ย ย 
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    Potato, Kale, and Sausage Soup {Small Batch}

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