In today’s post: Find 25 easy dinner recipes that use seven ingredients or less, plus ten more recipes with under 10 ingredients.
I used to be really good at planning dinners for two weeks at a time. Back when I just had a few young kids I never went to the grocery store more than once a week. But things have changed in the past few years. Now that we have seven people in our family, including three teenage boys, I’ve gotten used to running to the store multiple times a week to pick up this and that. Weekly meal planning went out the window a while ago, and I’ve been used to just thinking two or three days ahead.
Turns out that’s not working so well for me, so I’m trying to get back weekly dinner planning. I’ve found myself looking for more easy dinner recipes that use as few ingredients as possible. Today I’m sharing 25 easy dinner ideas that use 7 ingredients or less, plus ten more with 10 ingredients or less. That’s five weeks worth of simple dinner ideas!
Easy Dinner Recipes {7 Ingredients or Less}
Each of the easy dinner ideas below requires 7 or fewer ingredients. Please note that I’m not counting salt or pepper as ingredients since I’m assuming most of us already have those things on hand. All of these recipes will come together quickly, simplifying dinner time for your family. Some of these are comfort food recipes, while other use simple fresh ingredients for a healthy meal in minutes! And don’t forget to check out the 10 ingredient or less dinner ideas at the very end of the post.
CRAZY EASY Mexican Chicken Casserole · Easy Family Recipes
This Mexican Chicken Casserole has all of your favorite Mexican flavors in one easy to make dinner! 7 ingredients and one dish is all you need to pull this easy dinner together.
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Mini Chicken Pot Pies
This simple dinner recipe comes together in minutes with just a few ingredients - but it tastes delicious! Your kids will love Mini Chicken Pot Pies as much as you do.
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Pizza Casserole {Prepped in Just 5 Minutes!} | Lil’ Luna
Quick and delicious Easy Pizza Casserole - prepped in 5 minutes and only requires 5 ingredients. We call that a dinner win! Add any additional toppings that you'd like.
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Green Chili Chicken Bake Recipe • The Pinning Mama
This Green Chili Chicken Bake recipe is rich, creamy and delicious. A quick and easy Mexican inspired dinner with just a few ingredients that everyone will love.
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7-Ingredient Chili
Give your taste buds a flavor kick with this turkey chili made with 7 simple ingredients and the veggie goodness of V8. You’ll get a whole lot of satisfying deliciousness in each and every bite, and it only takes 35 minutes to prepare.
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French Onion Chicken and Rice Casserole
This creamy french onion chicken and rice casserole is the ultimate easy comfort food!
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BBQ Chicken Stuffed Baked Potatoes • The Pinning Mama
My kids love BBQ Stuffed Baked Potatoes. They are very easy to make and a meal the whole family can enjoy! Keep the toppings simple with just a few ingredients, or add anything your family enjoys.
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Chicken Cordon Bleu Panini Sandwich| Mel’s Kitchen Cafe
These chicken cordon bleu panini sandwiches gives you all the flavors of chicken cordon bleu, but is as easy to make as a grilled cheese!
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3 Ingredient Orange Chicken (Orange Marmalade BBQ) Recipe - Dinner, then Dessert
3 Ingredient Orange Chicken Sauce in less than 20 minutes! Mix up an easy orange marmalade bbq sauce and toss it with crispy chicken strips for a simple dinner that comes together in minutes.
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Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This easy recipe for chicken enchilada casserole is just 5 ingredients, layered together and baked to perfection. A quick, simple meal for the whole family!
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Best Chicken Taquitos Recipe (+VIDEO) | Lil’ Luna
Easy and Delicious Cream Cheese and Chicken Taquitos - a great appetizer or main dish filled with cheese, chicken, sour cream, salsa and spinach.
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Healthy 20 Minute Sheet Pan Sausage and Veggies
Sausage, sweet potato, broccoli, and bell peppers seasoned with olive oil, garlic, Italian seasoning and roasted to perfection. Only 7 ingredients and 20 minutes to a healthy, flavorful meal.
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Creamy Crockpot Italian Chicken (4 ingredients!) - I Heart Naptime
This creamy Italian chicken is made in the crockpot with just 4 simple ingredients. A family favorite dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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EASY Chicken Caesar Salad Wrap - I Heart Naptime
Delicious chicken caesar wrap filled with crispy bacon, juicy tomatoes, avocado, lettuce and Caesar dressing. A quick and easy lunch or dinner!
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Oven Denver Omelet
This easy recipe lets you make omelets for everyone at once - in the oven! Keep it simple with just a couple of ingredients and serve with toast or biscuits for a super easy dinner.
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Cheesesteak Sandwiches
You can make Cheesesteak Sandwiches at home with just a few ingredients! And if you'd like to make this meal even simpler, you can start with sliced deli roast beef instead of cooking your own.
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Cheesy Taco Pasta - Dinner, then Dessert
Cheesy Taco Pasta is easy to make and tastes like the Hamburger Helper you used to eat as a kid except better. Much better! Only six ingredients.
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Lazy Lasagna (Just 3 Ingredients!) - The Lazy Dish
A quick, easy and cheap dinner idea the entire family will love! This lazy lasagne comes together with just a fraction of the work of traditional lasagne.
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Easy Crockpot Shredded Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches - The Lazy Dish
4 Ingredient Shredded Buffalo Chicken Recipe I’m always amazed at what my slow cooker is capable of. You just throw a few ingredients in there, come back a few hours later… and magic happens.
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Easy Meatball Sliders
These cheesy Meatball Sliders are so easy to put together! Perfect for a quick meal for your family.
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Crock Pot Chicken & Gravy - Plain Chicken
You can make Slow Cooker Chicken and Gravy with just three ingredients! It's delicious over rice, pasta, or mashed potatoes. Add steamed green beans for a complete meal.
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Mashed Potato Casserole with Crispy Chicken
This mouth-watering mashed potato casserole is topped with Corn, Cheddar Cheese, Crispy Chicken Strips, and a drizzle of brown gravy! It’s easy to make ahead of time and bake later for a quick family dinner. The recipe includes a simple homemade mashed potato recipe, but you can use instant potatoes to make things even easier.
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TACO PIE - an easy recipe for dinner! The secret sauce makes it over the top?
Our Easy Taco Pie recipe is made with fluffy crust baked in a pie dish and loaded with favorite taco ingredients. The secret sauce makes it over the top!
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Chicken Ranch Wraps
Healthy grilled chicken and ranch wraps are loaded with chicken, cheese and ranch. These tasty wraps come together in under 15 minutes and make a great lunch or dinner!
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Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken & Rice - Plain Chicken
Slow Cooker Parmesan Chicken & Rice - a quick and easy weeknight recipe! Just dump everything in the slow cooker and dinner is done! Only 5 ingredients.
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More Easy Dinner Recipes {10 ingredients or less}
Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup
In today's post: If the weather is getting a little chilly where you live, then it's the perfect time to make this creamy chicken and rice soup. It's easy to prepare, not high in calories, and absolutely delicious!
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Amazing Instant Pot Creamy Ziti - Mel's Kitchen Cafe
Save weeknight dinner with this SUPER easy creamy ziti recipe. Mix it up in minutes using your Instant Pot or cook it in one saucepan on the stove!
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Ham and Cheese Sliders - Spend With Pennies
These ham and cheese sliders are truly delicious! You can have them baking in just a few minutes for an effortless family meal.
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Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup
This creamy chicken noodle soup is bursting with flavor and so comforting, but it's lighter because there's no heavy cream!
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Cheesy Ricotta Stuffed Shells - I Heart Naptime
Jumbo pasta shells stuffed with creamy ricotta and topped with marinara and mozzarella cheese. These ricotta stuffed shells are family and freezer friendly!
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The Best Easy Taco Pizza Recipe - Living Well Mom
A family-favorite dinner, this delicious taco pizza is made with a crescent roll crust and simple ingredients. You can whip up this filling meal in 30 minutes!
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Ultimate Cheesy Baked Spaghetti (Kids LOVE it!) - Dinner, then Dessert
Baked Spaghetti is hearty and family friendly with a crispy cheesy top layer and ground beef filling; your kids will ask for baked spaghetti every week!
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Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites with Potatoes | The Recipe Critic
Garlic Butter Herb Steak Bites with Potatoes are such a simple meal that is full of tender garlic herb melt in your mouth steak with potatoes. This is a meal that the entire family will love!
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10-Minute Teriyaki Chicken & Broccoli – A Simple Palate
Take out at home has never been easier with this 10 minute teriyaki chicken! Minimal ingredients and simple steps for delicious results.
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Homemade Crunch Wrap Supreme
A complete copycat version from Taco Bell! Except completely homemade and made so much more healthier!
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Sarah says
Thanks Autumn! I found several great recipes to try. Just wanted to tell you, every single thing you post is always useful, really cute, and worth clicking over to read! Appreciate all your hard work on this blog. <3