26 One Pot Recipes That Deserve a Spot on Repeat
These one-pot recipes prove that comfort food doesn’t need a pile of dirty pans. Every dish is hearty, flavorful, and easy enough for even the busiest nights.
Each recipe comes together in a single pot, giving you more time to enjoy your meal instead of washing up. They’re the kind of dinners you’ll want to keep on rotation all season.
Chicken Tacos
These Instant Pot Chicken Tacos are a fast and easy weeknight dinner for the family when you’ve had a long day. You can cook fresh or frozen chicken in one pot in a few minutes! Get the Recipe: Chicken Tacos.
Meatball Stew
This oven meatball stew is a vintage recipe that is incredibly easy to make and delicious! It’s a complete meal in one pot—juicy meatballs in a delectable tomato sauce with carrots and potatoes. Get the Recipe: Meatball Stew.
Ground Beef Tacos
These ground beef tacos start with a low and slow-simmered ground beef sauce and end with a party for your taste buds. They are an easy and incredibly delicious one-pot meal. It’s terrific for Cinco de Mayo or just a regular taco Tuesday.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Tacos.
Sloppy Joes
Instant Pot Sloppy Joes are so easy and much better than the sauce you buy in a can. Make it in your Instant Pot or stovetop for a 30-minute, one-pot meal the whole family will love. Get the Recipe: Sloppy Joes.
Instant Pot Beef Ribs
These Instant Pot beef ribs, with their rich, mouth-watering flavor, are an absolute game-changer. This simple yet flavorful dish promises to deliver tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs in a fraction of the time it takes to cook them traditionally.
Get the Recipe: Beef Ribs.
Chicken Lo Mein
This Chicken lo mein recipe is an easy Chinese takeout dish that can be made at home in less than 30 minutes. It is loaded with colorful vegetables and Chinese noodles and will please everyone at the dinner table.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Lo Mein.
Rabbit Curry
Rabbit Curry with Coconut is a flavorful stew that will warm you up this winter. It can be made with wild or domestic rabbits in the crockpot or on the stovetop in one pot for easy cleanup.
Get the Recipe: Rabbit Curry.
Cashew Pork Stir-fry
This Cashew Pork Stir Fry offers a fast, wholesome dinner option, combining lean pork loin with cashews in a gluten-free, dairy-free recipe. It’s an ideal choice for a nutritious meal on any busy weekday.
Get the Recipe: Cashew Pork Stir Fry.
Shrimp Tacos
Shrimp tacos will be your new favorite taco for “Taco Tuesday.” They are a great 30-minute, one-pot meal and a flavor bomb for your mouth.
Get the Recipe: Shrimp Tacos.
Lobster Tacos
Want an effortless dinner? These buttery lobster tacos are the epitome of delicious eating. They take less than 20 minutes to make in one pan!
Get the Recipe: Lobster Tacos.
Pasta with Ham and Peas
Pasta with peas and ham is a classic Italian dish that combines the savory flavors of ham with the sweetness of peas and the comfort of pasta. This simple and satisfying recipe is perfect for a quick, delicious weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Pasta with Peas and Ham.
Green Chicken Pozole
Green chicken pozole is a delicious and comforting Mexican soup that combines tender chicken, hominy, and a flavorful green broth made from tomatillos, chilies, and herbs.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pozole.
Spanish Rice
Need a super easy meal to make on a busy weeknight? This Easy Spanish Rice is just what the doctor ordered! It is so flavorful, and I added zucchini to bump up the veggies in this one-pan dish!
Get the Recipe: Spanish Rice.
Easy Creamy Chicken Skillet
Creamy Chicken Skillet – If you’re on the lookout thinking, “I want an easy chicken recipe,” here it is. I’m not only giving you easy, but a lot more. It happens in a flash in one skillet (start to finish in less than 30 minutes) with super simple everyday ingredients. Yet it’s absolutely delicious.
Get the Recipe: Easy Creamy Chicken Skillet.
Garlic Butter Steak Bites (10 Minutes)
This delicious Chicken Bacon One Pot meal is the ultimate quick and easy weeknight dinner. Tender chicken is cooked with crispy bacon, hearty potatoes, and sweet peas, creating a flavorful, all-in-one dish that requires minimal cleanup and delivers maximum flavor.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Butter Steak Bites (10 Minutes).
Chickpea Cauliflower Curry
Chickpea Cauliflower Curry, a hearty vegan curry recipe filled with chickpeas, fresh cauliflower, tomatoes, and warm spices. This fragrant curry makes an excellent side to an Indian-themed meal, or serve it over some basmati rice for a vegan entrée.
Get the Recipe: Chickpea Cauliflower Curry.
Ricotta Lemon Pasta
One pot ricotta lemon pasta with arugula and parmesan cheese! Make an easy lemon ricotta pasta sauce in just a few steps to enjoy this deliciously bright dinner! And if you like this ricotta cheese lemon pasta, you’ll love my Boursin Pasta, my Vegan Couscous Salad with Chickpeas, and my Puff Pastry Pizza!
Get the Recipe: Ricotta Lemon Pasta.
Creamy Dijon Pork Chops
This 30-minute recipe for Creamy Dijon Pork Chops will wow you. Juicy pork chops in a rich mustard herb sauce with white wine, parmesan, and spinach are amazing. Fancy enough for company but easy enough for any weeknight dinner.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Dijon Pork Chops.
One-Pot Greek Meatball And Orzo Meal Recipe
If you are looking for a hassle-free dinner option, this One-Pot Greek Meatball and Orzo Meal Recipe is the perfect solution for busy weekdays. It combines ease of preparation with minimal cleanup. With everything cooked in a single pot, you’ll spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying a delicious, hearty meal.
Get the Recipe: One-Pot Greek Meatball and Orzo Meal Recipe.
Creamy Lemon Chicken (One Pan Skillet Recipe)
Dive into the heartwarming comfort of a skillet meal with our Creamy Lemon Chicken recipe. Perfect for those weeknights when you crave something delicious yet easy to prepare, this one-pan wonder combines the juicy succulence of chicken thighs with the zesty punch of lemon, all smoothed over with a creamy, garlic-infused sauce that’s absolutely to die for. Get the Recipe: Creamy Lemon Chicken (One Pan Skillet Recipe).
Creamy One Pot Lemon Pasta
This creamy one-pot lemon pasta recipe comes together in minutes and is sure to impress. The bright lemon pairs so perfectly with the rich, creamy sauce. Think of this pasta as a quick and easy pasta al limone. It is the perfect recipe for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Creamy One Pot Lemon Pasta.
Seafood Paella Valenciana
Paella may be one of the most popular rice recipes from Spain. Paella Valenciana is amongst the most popular variations! This one-pot paella recipe is brought together with a wonderfully hearty mix of chicken and seafood.
Get the Recipe: Seafood Paella Valenciana.
American Goulash Recipe (One-Pot)
American Goulash is an easy, one-pot, classic comfort food made with ground beef, tomatoes, and macaroni noodles. Enjoy it year-round, and it is delicious; it makes lots of leftovers. This irresistible Goulash Recipe is guaranteed to win over even the pickiest eaters! Get the Recipe: American Goulash Recipe
Delicious Chicken Bacon One Pot Meal
This delicious Chicken Bacon One Pot meal is the perfect solution for a quick and easy weeknight dinner. It combines tender chicken pieces with crispy bacon, hearty potatoes, and sweet peas, all cooked together in one pot for maximum flavor and minimal cleanup. The chicken is seasoned to perfection and absorbs the savory flavors of the bacon, while the potatoes become wonderfully tender, and the peas add a burst of freshness. This all-in-one meal is not only incredibly tasty but also convenient, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings when you want a satisfying dinner without the fuss. Yum!
Get the Recipe: Delicious Chicken Bacon One Pot Meal.
Beef Enchilada Pasta (One Pan Meal)
If you’re a fan of Mexican flavors and quick, one-pan meals, you’re in for a treat with this Beef Enchilada Pasta recipe! This delightful fusion of cheesy, savory goodness brings together the best of both worlds, making it a go-to dinner option for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Beef Enchilada Pasta (One Pan Meal).
