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7 Simple Dinner Recipes for Your Evening Rush

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Find yourself staring into the abyss of your fridge as the clock ticks ominously towards dinner time? Me too, at least once a week! We’ve all been there, scrambling to make something edible that doesn’t come with a lot of post-dinner regrets.

Closeup of a skillet with ground beef, cheese and tomatoes.
Taco Rice Skillet. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

So here’s a list of 7 simple dinner recipes that are perfect for those evenings when time is not on your side, but your hunger certainly is. Flavor and speed can coexist, even on those busy days.

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Taco Rice Skillet

Forget the multitude of pots and pans; Taco Rice Skillet has you covered with just one pan in a mere 30 minutes. It’s like a fiesta on a plate, with ground meat and Tex-Mex spices joining forces with rice to save your dinner plans. You’ll have the family cheering for seconds before you can say “Olé!”
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Thai Red Curry Chicken

A plate of Thai chicken curry with rice and vegetables.
Thai Red Curry Chicken. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

When your taste buds scream for something with a kick, Thai Red Curry Chicken answers the call in less time than it takes to choose a TV show. Coconut milk and a melody of spices come together to create a curry that’s the culinary equivalent of a warm hug from your spicy aunt. So, ditch the takeout menu; this aromatic dish has got your back.
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Chicken Tortilla Soup

Mexican chicken tortilla soup in a white bowl.
Chicken Tortilla Soup. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Dive spoon-first into the world of comfort with a Chicken Tortilla Soup that’s so close to Chick-fil-A’s, you’ll do a double-take. With a harmony of flavors that’ll make your taste buds sing and a simplicity that rivals tying your shoes, it’s a no-brainer for a cozy night in. Bonus points for pretending you slaved over it all day!
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Chicken Stroganoff

A bowl of chicken stroganoff with bread and parsley.
Chicken Stroganoff. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Chicken Stroganoff is here to turn your dinner blues into a creamy, dreamy reality. This dish is a one-way ticket to Tasty Town, with mushrooms and chicken in a sauce so good you’ll want to write home about it. And it’s so easy, you’ll still have time to watch cat videos on the internet afterward.
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Skillet Pork Chops with Stuffing

Pork chops in a skillet with vegetables on a plate.
Skillet Pork Chops with Stuffing. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Imagine the perfect marriage of juicy pork chops and savory stuffing, all cooked together in one trusty skillet. This dynamic duo is your ticket to a no-fuss, no-muss dinner success story, ready before you can finish that chapter of your book. It’s the all-in-one meal that’ll have you patting yourself on the back.
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Smothered Pierogies & Kielbasa Skillet

Smothered Pierogies & Kielbasa Skillet. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

It’s a skillet, it’s a casserole, it’s a… super easy weeknight meal! Smothered Pierogies & Kielbasa Skillet is the dish that’ll make you wonder why you ever bothered with multiple side dishes. Rally the troops, because dinner is served with a side of “Wow, that was easy!”
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Cast Iron Skillet Pizza

Two slices of cast iron skillet pizza on a white plate.
Cast Iron Skillet Pizza. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

If you thought good pizza at home was the stuff of legends, think again. Cast Iron Skillet Pizza comes to the rescue with a crust that’s perfectly crispy on the outside, pillowy on the inside, and no pizza stone in sight. It’s the quick, heroic dinner that’ll have you saying, “Delivery who?”
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Easy dinner ideas for the evening rush.
anne

Hi, I’m Anne!

I love to cook and I want to share my recipes with you. I believe cooking should be approachable and fun, not a chore. I want to make simple recipes using everyday ingredients that you can make again and again, whether it is for a busy weeknight, a summer cookout or a special dessert. Read more...

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