One-Pan Dinners

Everything cooks in one skillet, pot, Dutch oven or sheet pan. 64 recipes.

Aloo Gobi

45 min4 servings

Potatoes and cauliflower cooked with cumin, turmeric, ginger and tomato until tender and golden. A dry curry that’s vegan.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Arroz con Pollo

1 hr 10 min6 servings

Chicken and golden rice cooked together in one pot with peppers, onion, tomato, peas and olives. A complete, comforting meal.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Beef and Broccoli

30 min4 servings

Thin strips of flank steak seared hot and tossed with crisp-tender broccoli in a glossy garlic, ginger and oyster sauce.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Beef Stew

2 hr 55 min6 servings

Tender chunks of beef slowly braised with red wine, carrots, potatoes and thyme in a rich, thick gravy. Worth every minute.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Dinner

Black Bean Soup

40 min4 servings

A thick, smoky black bean soup made from canned beans in about forty minutes, partly blended and finished with lime.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Brown Butter Gnocchi with Sage

20 min4 servings

Pan-crisped potato gnocchi tossed in nutty brown butter with crisp sage leaves, lemon and cheese. Dinner in 20 minutes.

  • Quick
  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan

Butter Chicken

50 min4 servings

Tender chicken in a mild, silky tomato and butter sauce with warm spices and a little cream. A family-friendly curry.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chana Masala

40 min4 servings

A tangy, spiced chickpea curry simmered with onions, tomatoes, ginger and garam masala. Vegan, filling and ready in 40 minutes.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Chicken Adobo

55 min4 servings

Filipino chicken braised in vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, bay leaves and black pepper until tender, then reduced to a glossy sauce.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Dinner

Chicken and Dumplings

1 hr 5 min6 servings

Tender chicken and vegetables in a creamy broth topped with fluffy herbed drop dumplings that steam right in the pot.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chicken and Shrimp Paella

1 hr 5 min6 servings

Saffron rice cooked in one wide pan with chicken, chorizo, peppers and shrimp until a golden crust forms on the bottom.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chicken and Vegetable Stir-Fry

27 min4 servings

A quick, colorful stir-fry of tender chicken, broccoli, peppers and snow peas in a savory ginger-garlic sauce. Ready in 30 minutes.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chicken Fried Rice

25 min4 servings

Cold cooked rice stir-fried with browned chicken, soft scrambled egg, peas and carrots, and green onions, seasoned with soy sauce and sesame oil.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chicken Marsala

35 min4 servings

Golden chicken cutlets in a savory mushroom and Marsala wine sauce finished with a little butter. A classic that takes 35 minutes.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Chicken Noodle Soup

55 min6 servings

Comforting homemade chicken noodle soup with tender chicken thighs, carrots, celery and egg noodles in a savory broth.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Lunch

Chicken Piccata

30 min4 servings

Thin, golden chicken cutlets in a bright lemon, butter and caper pan sauce. Fast enough for a weeknight, nice enough for company.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Classic Beef Chili

1 hr 15 min6 servings

A thick, hearty chili of ground beef, kidney beans, tomatoes and warm spices that tastes even better the next day.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Dinner

Classic Pot Roast

3 hr 50 min6 servings

A beef chuck roast braised low and slow with onions, carrots and potatoes until fork-tender, with the pan juices made into gravy.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Dinner

Coconut Chickpea Curry

40 min4 servings

A weeknight curry of chickpeas and spinach simmered in spiced tomato and coconut milk, brightened with lime and cilantro.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Corn Chowder

50 min6 servings

A creamy, sweet corn and potato chowder with smoky bacon, thyme and a splash of cream, made with frozen or fresh corn.

  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Crispy Baked Chicken Wings

1 hr4 servings

Oven-baked wings with properly crisp skin thanks to a little baking powder, tossed in buffalo sauce or served plain with lemon.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Crispy Potato Hash with Eggs

40 min4 servings

Crisp golden potatoes with peppers and onions, finished with eggs cooked right in the skillet. A hearty one-pan breakfast.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Breakfast

Crispy Tofu Stir-Fry

30 min4 servings

Cornstarch-crisped tofu tossed with broccoli, bell pepper and snap peas in a sticky garlic-ginger soy sauce. Vegan and quick.

  • Quick
  • Vegan
  • One-pan

Garlic Butter Shrimp

13 min4 servings

Plump shrimp seared in a hot skillet and tossed in garlicky lemon butter with parsley. Fifteen minutes, one pan.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Honey Garlic Chicken

25 min4 servings

Pan-seared chicken thighs in a sticky honey, garlic and soy glaze. A 25-minute weeknight dinner that works with rice or noodles.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Honey Soy Glazed Salmon

19 min4 servings

Salmon fillets brushed with a sticky honey, soy and ginger glaze and roasted until just flaky. Ready in about twenty minutes.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Italian Wedding Soup

55 min6 servings

Tiny Parmesan meatballs simmered in chicken broth with small pasta, carrots and spinach. A cozy, complete meal in a bowl.

  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Juicy Baked Chicken Breasts

25 min4 servings

Simple oven-baked chicken breasts with a garlic-paprika rub, cooked hot and fast so they stay juicy. Great for meal prep.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Kung Pao Chicken

30 min4 servings

A fast Sichuan-style stir-fry of tender chicken, peanuts, dried chiles and scallions in a tangy, slightly sweet soy glaze.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Lemon Butter Baked Cod

25 min4 servings

Tender cod fillets baked with lemon, garlic butter and a crisp herby breadcrumb topping. Light, fast and hard to overcook.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Lemon Garlic Chicken Thighs

50 min4 servings

Crisp-skinned chicken thighs seared and roasted in one skillet with garlic, lemon and thyme, then finished with a quick pan sauce.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Lemony Red Lentil Soup

50 min4 servings

Red lentils simmered with onion, carrot and cumin until they melt into a thick, creamy soup, then brightened with fresh lemon juice.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Mapo Tofu

25 min4 servings

Soft tofu in a fiery, savory Sichuan sauce of chili bean paste, a little ground pork, garlic and tingling Sichuan pepper.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Minestrone

1 hr6 servings

A hearty Italian vegetable soup with beans, small pasta, tomatoes and greens, finished with Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Mushroom Risotto

45 min4 servings

Creamy arborio rice stirred slowly with hot broth, browned mushrooms, white wine and Parmesan until loose and velvety.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

One-Pan Chicken and Rice

1 hr4 servings

Paprika-rubbed chicken thighs seared, then simmered on a bed of toasted rice and broth in one covered skillet, finished with peas and lemon.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

One-Pot Tomato Spinach Pasta

45 min4 servings

Short pasta simmered right in a garlicky crushed-tomato sauce, then finished with wilted spinach, basil and grated cheese. No draining.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Oven Jerk Chicken

4 hr 55 min4 servings

Chicken thighs marinated in a fiery, fragrant blend of scotch bonnet, allspice, thyme, garlic and scallions, then roasted until charred.

  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead
  • Dinner

Pan-Seared Pork Chops

25 min4 servings

Thick, juicy bone-in pork chops seared golden in a skillet and basted with garlic, thyme and butter. Dinner in 25 minutes.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Pan-Seared Steak with Garlic Butter

1 hr2 servings

A thick steak seared hard in a hot cast-iron pan and basted with garlic, thyme and butter for a deep crust and juicy center.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Pasta e Fagioli

50 min6 servings

A thick, rustic Italian soup of beans and small pasta in a garlicky tomato broth, finished with olive oil and cheese.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Pork Tenderloin with Apples

40 min4 servings

Juicy roasted pork tenderloin with caramelized apples and onions in a quick cider-mustard pan sauce, all in one skillet.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Potato Leek Soup

55 min6 servings

A silky, comforting soup of leeks and potatoes simmered in broth and blended smooth, with a little cream and chives on top.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Ratatouille

1 hr 15 min6 servings

A Provençal stew of eggplant, zucchini, peppers and tomatoes cooked slowly with garlic, thyme and olive oil until silky.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Saag Paneer

40 min4 servings

Golden cubes of paneer in a smooth, gently spiced spinach sauce with garlic, ginger and a little cream.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Sausage and Peppers

40 min4 servings

Browned Italian sausages with sweet peppers and onions cooked down with garlic and a splash of tomato. Serve in rolls or over polenta.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Shakshuka

40 min4 servings

Eggs gently cooked in a thick tomato and red pepper sauce spiced with cumin and paprika, served from the pan with bread for scooping.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Breakfast

Sheet-Pan Chicken Shawarma

1 hr 10 min4 servings

Warmly spiced chicken thighs and red onion roasted hot on one pan, stuffed into pitas with a garlicky yogurt sauce and salad.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Sheet-Pan Salmon and Green Beans

30 min4 servings

Salmon fillets brushed with a Dijon, garlic and lemon zest mixture and roasted on one sheet pan with blistered green beans.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Shrimp Pad Thai

37 min4 servings

Stir-fried rice noodles with shrimp, egg, bean sprouts and scallions in a tangy tamarind sauce, finished with peanuts and lime.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Simple Roast Chicken

1 hr 40 min4 servings

A whole chicken roasted hot with lemon, garlic and thyme until the skin is crisp and golden and the meat stays juicy.

  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Stovetop Mac and Cheese

25 min6 servings

Ultra-creamy macaroni and cheese made in one pot on the stove with a quick cheddar sauce. Ready in about 25 minutes.

  • Quick
  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan

Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

40 min4 servings

Roasted, chili-spiced sweet potatoes and black beans in warm tortillas with avocado, pickled onion and cilantro-lime slaw.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Tadka Dal

40 min4 servings

Creamy red lentils simmered with turmeric and finished with a sizzling tempering of cumin, garlic, chili and tomato in ghee or oil.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Teriyaki Chicken

30 min4 servings

Juicy chicken thighs pan-seared and glazed with a glossy homemade teriyaki sauce of soy, mirin, honey and ginger.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Thai Red Curry with Shrimp

25 min4 servings

Shrimp and vegetables simmered in a fragrant coconut red curry sauce with lime and basil. Ready in about 25 minutes.

  • Quick
  • One-pan
  • Dinner

Three-Bean Vegetable Chili

1 hr6 servings

A hearty chili of kidney, black and pinto beans simmered with bell pepper, zucchini, tomatoes and warm spices.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Tomato Basil Soup

45 min4 servings

Canned whole tomatoes simmered with onion and garlic, blended smooth with fresh basil and finished with a splash of cream.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

Tuscan White Bean Skillet

30 min4 servings

Creamy white beans simmered with garlic, blistered cherry tomatoes, spinach and rosemary in one pan. Serve with crusty bread.

  • Quick
  • Vegan
  • One-pan

Vegetable Barley Soup

1 hr 10 min6 servings

A hearty, chewy barley soup loaded with carrots, celery, mushrooms, tomatoes and green beans in a savory vegetable broth.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Vegetable Fried Rice

22 min4 servings

Day-old rice stir-fried hot with eggs, peas, carrots, corn and scallions in soy and sesame. A fast way to use up leftovers.

  • Quick
  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan

Vegetable Frittata

40 min6 servings

A thick, tender oven-finished frittata with potatoes, bell pepper, spinach and cheddar. Good hot, warm or cold the next day.

  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan
  • Make-ahead

Vegetable Lo Mein

25 min4 servings

Chewy egg noodles tossed with crisp-tender vegetables in a savory soy and oyster-style sauce. Better than takeout in 25 minutes.

  • Quick
  • Vegetarian
  • One-pan

White Bean and Kale Soup

35 min4 servings

A quick Tuscan-style soup of creamy white beans, kale, garlic and rosemary in broth, partly mashed for body. Ready in 35 minutes.

  • Vegan
  • One-pan
  • Lunch

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