When you’d rather skip the fuss, these 10 lazy dinner ideas are quick, satisfying, and perfect for hectic October evenings.
Pesto Tortellini Salad
I make this Pesto Tortellini Salad on repeat when tomatoes and basil are fresh and ripe. The fresh homemade pesto sauce is one that you’ll want to use on everything.
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Easy Teriyaki Chicken
This stovetop teriyaki chicken recipe is tender, out-of-this-world delicious, and so easy to make. Serve it alongside rice and veggies for a filling meal that’s even tastier and healthier than takeout.
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Hearty Ground Beef And Zucchini Casserole
This ground beef and zucchini casserole combines delicious and hearty flavors into a quick, low-carb dinner! The rich, cheesy layers, the seasoned beef, and the freshness of the zucchini make it a crowd pleaser. Plus, it’s very simple to throw together, too!
Get the recipe: Hearty Ground Beef And Zucchini Casserole
Rubbed Turmeric Chicken
Savory, spiced, and full of flavor, this rubbed Turmeric Chicken is ready in under 20 minutes and is incredibly versatile! Using just five ingredients to make a simple yet flavorful rub, this dish is a quick and tasty dinner recipe to add to your rotation.
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15-Minute Better than Bouillon Ramen
This comforting Better Than Bouillon Ramen is easily customizable, and it’s ready in 15 minutes. Our nearly-instant ramen soup recipe is a healthier, homemade take on instant noodles. Absolutely mouthwatering!
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Spicy Glass Noodles with Buldak Hot Sauce
These fiery Korean Spicy Glass Noodles are drenched in the legendary Samyang Buldak Hot Chicken Flavour Sauce. It’s chewy, springy, stretchy, and you can make it as hot as you want! Ready to slurp in 30 minutes and guaranteed to set your mouth on fire.
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3-Ingredient One Pot Vegan Pesto Pasta
Only 3 ingredients are needed for this unbelievably simple One Pot Pesto Pasta. The recipe as written is for a single serving, but it doubles and triples easily. It’s perfect for a weeknight meal or quick meal prep. Can’t tell you how many times I ate this during school terms when I had no time to cook. The best part is, you can use whatever pesto you want, so it never gets boring!
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Delicious and Easy Teriyaki Chicken
Indulge in the savory delight of our easy Chicken Teriyaki recipe. Enjoy tender chicken in a delectable teriyaki sauce, balanced with sweet and tangy flavors. Quick to make and healthier with low-sodium soy sauce. Perfectly satisfying and versatile for a wholesome meal.
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Easy Mexican Beef Tips
The perfect rice companion, Easy Mexican Beef Tips features tender chunks of garlicky beef swimming in an earthy tomato sauce. The perfect hearty meal that comes together quickly and easily.
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Easy Baked Ziti with Sausage
Easy Baked Ziti with Sausage is the perfect dinner for a weeknight meal! It is hearty, cheesy and comes together in a snap. A real crowd pleaser for sure! Casseroles are always a great meal to add to your weekly meal plan. They tend to come together quickly. They are hearty and they make enough to feed a small army. If you’ve got growing kiddos, or want to have a meal with enough leftovers to get you a few meals one week, this Easy Baked Ziti with Sausage is for you!
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Farah Zeb is a mother of five, including two children with special needs. She shares practical parenting tips and resources to help other families navigate daily challenges and create supportive, nurturing environments.
