Weeknight Meals
Simple Pasta Carbonara
Humble ingredients—eggs, pasta, cheese, and pork—combine to create glossy, glorious spaghetti carbonara that’s just as good at dinner as at 2 a.m.
By Claire Saffitz
Skillet Chicken With Tangy-Sweet Peperonata
Seared chicken and salty cheese on a skillet of rustic, stewy sweet peppers—this weeknight-friendly dinner goes from the oven to the table with ease.
By Kendra Vaculin
Saucy, Tangy Slow-Roast Sambal Salmon
Here’s a super forgiving slow-roast salmon that’s spicy, sweet, and fragrant thanks to punchy sambal oelek chili paste and zippy limes.
By Brigid Washington
Five-Spice Brussels Sprouts and Sausage Stir-Fry
A hit of warming Chinese five-spice powder adds coziness to this versatile (and quick!) stir-fry that plays equally well on the holiday table.
By Christian Reynoso
One-Skillet Chicken Pot Pie
Rotisserie chicken, store-bought puff pastry, and just one skillet keep this hearty dinner recipe from feeling too fussy—or taking all day to make.
By Molly Baz
Supremely Easy Teriyaki Chicken
Everyone’s favorite teriyaki glaze is shockingly easy and pantry-friendly.
By Zaynab Issa
Jammy Onion and Miso Pasta
Inspired by French onion soup, this pasta is deeply savory, relying on umami-rich miso to deliver flavor fast.
By Zaynab Issa
Creamy Tahini and Harissa Beef
This speedy skillet dinner flavored with harissa and tahini makes the most of ground beef and pita chips.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Turmeric Cashew Chicken
A blender does all the work to create a luscious, fragrant sauce that gets its creaminess from soaked cashews—not dairy—in no time.
By Rachel Gurjar
Tempeh Bowls With Nut Butter Sauce
Using pre-peeled and cubed butternut squash and any nut butter of your choosing makes this bright and wholesome dinner a breeze to bring together.
By Kendra Vaculin
Lemon-Oregano Shrimp and Tiny Potatoes
This speedy weeknight dinner is anything but bland thanks to the flavorful combination of garlic, capers, fresh oregano, and lemon.
By Kendra Vaculin
Spiced Egg Crepe for One
Level up your solo dinner game with this dead simple, spice-packed glorified omelet for one—just don’t forget the ketchup.
By Kendra Vaculin
Sesame Chicken and Cabbage Salad
Lean on the broiler for a speedy chicken and cabbage salad that’s big on color, crunch, and flavor—and short on time.
By Zaynab Issa
Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Soy-Dressed Mushrooms
Skip the boil on pantry-friendly, pre-packaged gnocchi. Roast them and you’ll be richly rewarded with a chewy-on-the-inside, crisp-on-the-outside texture.
By Hana Asbrink
Sheet-Pan Meatballs With Burst Tomatoes and Parmesan Toast
Oven-roasted cherry tomatoes are the star of this easy sheet-pan dinner featuring herb-studded meatballs and cheesy, garlicky toast.
By Kendra Vaculin
Spiced Salmon With Potatoes and Corn
All the flavors of a seafood boil—Old Bay, garlicky butter, tender potatoes and corn—with the ease of a sheet-pan dinner.
By Rachel Gurjar
Spicy Tuna Mayo Onigiri
Warm rice and hot sauce transform budget canned tuna into a craveable, handheld dish.
By Shilpa Uskokovic
Easiest Meatballs
We stripped these Italian-style meatballs down to the most essential elements for weeknight realness.
By Chris Morocco
Cheesy Broccoli Casserole With Butter Cracker Crunchies
This easy, one-pan broccoli cheese casserole recipe is 100% comfort thanks to sharp cheddar, tangy cream of mushroom soup, and a crunchy cracker crumb topping.
By Christina Chaey
BA’s Best Chicken and Dumplings
This recipe for homemade chicken and dumplings has tender shredded chicken, just the right amount of vegetables, and light, fluffy dumplings.
By Rick Martinez