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Simple & Delicious 30-Minute Recipes

Discover simple 30-minute recipes that will be enjoyed by all! You'll find favorites like Balsamic Chicken Thighs Sheet Pan Meal and Peanut Sauce Stir Fry.

Dinners

  • A plate of spaghetti and shrimp scampi.
    Shrimp Scampi with Angel Hair Pasta (Easy 20-Minute Dinner)
  • Chicken topped with tomatoes on a plate with zucchini and potatoes.
    Oven-Baked Chicken Thighs with Bruschetta (Sheet Pan Balsamic Chicken Dinner)
  • Couscous, asparagus and a piece of breaded fish on a plate.
    Panko Crusted Cod (Simple Stovetop Recipe)
  • A broccoli and chicken stir fry in a pan with a wooden spoon.
    Peanut Sauce Stir Fry

Appetizers

  • Smoked salmon canapés on wax paper.
    Smoked Salmon Canapés
  • Shredded chicken nachos topped with tomatoes.
    BBQ Chicken Nachos
  • A platter of pizza rolls with marinara sauce on a wood surface.
    Homemade Pizza Rolls in the Air Fryer
  • Crab spinach artichoke dip on a cutting board.
    Warm Crab and Spinach Dip (No Mayo)

More 30-Minute Recipes

  • Chicken Piccata Pasta with Lemon Caper Butter Sauce
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Creamy Vegan Pumpkin Pasta Sauce
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Apple Cider Pork Chops (One-Pan Fall Dinner)
    Cook Time35 Minutes
  • Chicken Salad with Apples (15 minute lunch idea)
    Cook Time15 Minutes
  • Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Thighs with Dry Rub
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Easy Creamy Chicken and Rice Soup in 30 Minutes
    Cook Time35 Minutes
  • Buffalo Chicken Pasta (Spicy & Creamy Comfort Food)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Crispy Panko Air Fryer Haddock (Easy Breaded Fish Recipe)
    Cook Time22 Minutes
  • Creamy Tomato Vodka Orzo (30-Minute One-Pan Dinner)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Flaky Cod Tacos with Tangy Slaw (Easy Weeknight Dinner)
    Cook Time23 Minutes
  • Easy Tuna Cakes Recipe (Tuna Patties)
    Cook Time15 Minutes
  • Garlic Butter Mussels in White Wine Sauce (Quick Summer Seafood Appetizer)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Teriyaki Ground Beef Bowls with Veggies and Rice
    Cook Time20 Minutes
  • Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Quick Pork Loin Steak Recipe (Juicy & Pan-Seared!)
    Cook Time15 Minutes
  • Creamy Italian Pink Sauce for Pasta (No Vodka!)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Air Fryer Turkey Burgers
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Greek Turkey Burgers with Tzatziki (Grill or Stovetop)
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Thai Basil Beef (25 Minute Recipe)
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • How to Make Burgers on the Stove (Juicy & Easy Every Time!)
    Cook Time18 Minutes
  • Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Thighs
    Cook Time35 Minutes
  • Antipasto Tortellini Salad (Easy Summer Pasta Salad Recipe)
    Cook Time20 Minutes
  • Grilled Bang Bang Chicken Skewers
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Nut-Free Pesto Sauce (No Pine Nuts!) – 5 Minute Recipe
    Cook Time10 Minutes
  • Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs (Easy Weeknight Recipe)
    Cook Time47 Minutes
  • Creamy Baked Pesto Gnocchi with Chicken
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Connecticut-Style Lobster Rolls Recipe
    Cook Time23 Minutes
  • Ground Pork Pasta
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Creamy Garlic Parmesan Chicken Pasta (30 Minute Dinner)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Potato and Green Bean Salad
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Easy Baked Buffalo Chicken Tacos (Slow Cooker or Instant Pot Chicken)
    Cook Time45 Minutes
  • Baked Mediterranean Salmon (Easy 30-Minute Dinner!)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • 3 Cheese Mac and Cheese (No Flour)
    Cook Time35 Minutes
  • Hot Honey Chicken Sandwiches
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Quick & Easy Cold Noodle Salad with Spicy Peanut Dressing
    Cook Time25 Minutes
  • Air Fryer Teriyaki Chicken Thighs
    Cook Time34 Minutes
  • Easy Italian Puttanesca Sauce (30-Minute Recipe)
    Cook Time30 Minutes
  • Simple Chicken Fried Rice (20-Minute Recipe!)
    Cook Time20 Minutes
  • Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta
    Cook Time33 Minutes
  • One-pan Chicken Piccata Meatballs
    Cook Time35 Minutes

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Hi, I'm Sarah!

I'm a recipe developer and food photographer based in NJ. My goal is to bring you delicious recipes without having to spend hours in the kitchen. I hope you find something you and your family enjoy! Feel free to reach out with any questions, I'm happy to connect.

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