Need easy weeknight dinners that actually taste amazing? Here are 25 simple recipes you’ll want to make again and again — no fuss, just delicious meals for any night of the week. Dive in and find your new favorites!
Note: This post was originally published in 2017 and updated in August 2025 with new recipes and fresh ideas to inspire your weeknight dinners!
Weeknights can be a lot, carpools, after school activities, work emails, errands, and the “what’s for dinner?” question that somehow sneaks up every single night. I get it. That’s exactly why I put together this collection of 25 easy weeknight dinners that are tried, true, and on constant repeat in our house.
These are the kinds of meals you can throw together without a ton of fuss — no fancy ingredients, no complicated steps — just real food that tastes really good. Whether you’re cooking for one, two, or a full table of hungry people, there’s something here for everyone.
You’ll find quick pastas, one-pan meals, cozy soups, hearty bowls, and a few vegetarian favorites we can’t get enough of. Some are ready in under 30 minutes, and others are perfect for meal prep or leftovers the next day (yes, we love a leftover win).
So if you’re tired of the dinner rut, you’re in the right place. Scroll through, pick a few favorites, and bookmark this post — because I have a feeling these easy dinners are about to become regulars in your kitchen too.
25 Easy Weeknight Dinners You’ll Love
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Crispy Chicken Tacos
Crunchy, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes—these crispy chicken tacos are a favorite at our house. We make them all of the time!
A fresh twist on a classic favorite — tender chicken, crisp romaine, and creamy Caesar dressing all wrapped up for an easy, handheld dinner you’ll love any night of the week.
The #1 dinner recipe on our blog! Juicy, flavorful chicken thighs cooked to crispy perfection in one skillet — a quick and satisfying dinner you can’t go wrong with any night.
All the juicy, savory flavors of a burger without the bun—loaded with fresh veggies and your favorite toppings for a quick, low-carb dinner that’s big on taste! Don't skip the special sauce!
A comforting one-pot meal packed with ground beef, tender pasta, and a rich tomato sauce—easy to make, full of flavor, and perfect for busy nights. My boys love this one!
I’m Maria Lichty, creator of Two Peas and Their Pod and two-time cookbook author.
On Two Peas & Their Pod, you will find recipes that are family friendly, affordable, approachable, and most importantly DELICIOUS. I share everyday recipes for everyone!
Some GREAT ideas here, guys! Even the very first picture of those chicken taquitos got me hungry. Love that there are some veggie options too, I’ll definitely be pinning some of these!
Some GREAT ideas here, guys! Even the very first picture of those chicken taquitos got me hungry. Love that there are some veggie options too, I’ll definitely be pinning some of these!
Thanks for pinning!
So many good ideas…the fajita quinoa bowls sound particularly delicious right now!
I want these all. But that French bread pizza is REALLY calling my name! 🙂
Umm I want all of them, is that weird?
Obsessed with all of the recipes in this round-up!! Thank you for giving me dinner inspo!!
Love these weeknight dinner ideas – those sweet potatoes are calling my name!
Awesome roundup of recipes Maria! I am ready to arm myself with school night recipes and these suggestions are great!
I can get on board with this routine. What time is dinner? I’m there
Thanks for the such a amazing recipe!
I love it all
Keep sharing!
Thanks for the shared