On a busy weeknight, nothing is extra daunting than the prospect of cooking dinner from scratch (or the clean-up that comes after). Simply the considered having to pull out cooking instruments, toss stuff collectively, and then take care of post-meal dish obligation is sufficient to have me reaching for the Seamless app. However typically, I additionally need a wholesome meal and don’t need to resort to takeout but once more. So subsequent time I’m feeling cooking fatigue, I’ll flip to this helpful listing of simple one-pot recipes as an alternative.
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And if you happen to assume one-pot recipes are restricted solely to easy soups, you’re in for an actual deal with. We’re stretching the definition of “one-pot” and have expanded to all types of main-attraction kitchen instruments. Pans and bowls be part of the streamlined dinner workforce, and fortunately, they’re all right here to make your weeknight kitchen woes disappear.
From pizzas to pasta to veggie-packed dishes, we assure you’ll discover the right simple one-pot recipes for no matter components you may have available. One-pot meals additionally fall underneath the class of consolation meals, which is simply what you want because the temperatures begin to dip. Get able to settle in with these easy, fast, and scrumptious meals. They’re huge on taste however gentle on prep and clean-up. The best state of affairs, if you happen to ask me.
Maintain Scrolling for 17 Simple One-Pot Recipes
One-Pot Pasta Primavera with Summer time Veggies & Ricotta
Why we adore it: This spin on the basic Italian dish cooks in lightening-fast time. You too can swap in and swap out no matter veggies you may have available. Even frozen greens work superbly. That is summertime cooking at its best—shiny, zesty, and so easy it’s nearly stunning how good it’s.
Hero ingredient: What may very well be higher than ricotta?
Turmeric Rooster Soup
Why We Love It: Whereas all of us have a mushy, nostalgic spot for the hen noodle soup that will nurse us again to well being once we have been youthful, this spin is a couple of thousand instances higher. Easy veggies like carrots and celery complement the hearty, scrumptious hen and soba noodles with out overpowering these staple components.
Hero Ingredient: Turmeric not solely offers this soup its distinctive heat and spice however its sensible shade, too.
One-Pot Summertime Pasta
Why we adore it: Easy and attractive, this hearty dinner comes collectively in lower than quarter-hour. It’s stuffed with end-of-summer flavors which might be as comforting and nourishing as they’re scrumptious.
Hero ingredient: The jalapeño chili provides an surprising kick.
Sheet Pan (or Skillet!) Coconut Vegetable Curry
Why We Love It: A bowl of creamy, coconutty, veggie-packed curry is my thought of consolation meals, and whereas this stretches the definition of simple one-pot recipes, I’d say cooking every little thing on a sheet pan is simply as streamlined. And once I say every little thing, I imply every little thing—that’s proper, a genius hack helps the rice obtain its signature fluffiness.
Hero Ingredient: Peanut butter lends the right candy and salty chunk to each comforting spoonful.
Loaded Vegetable Kitchari
Why We Love It: If you happen to haven’t tried kitchari but, that is your signal to serve it tonight. Kitchari is Indian consolation meals, used extensively in practices like Ayurveda. However as our Meals Editor Suruchi notes, whereas it warms the soul like your favourite mac and cheese, it nourishes the physique as effectively. For the uninitiated, Suruchi describes kitchari as being just like “a savory rice and lentil oatmeal.” However after all, with spices aplenty, it’s a lot extra.
Hero Ingredient: Grated ginger root offers the rice and lentils loads of grounding and heat, spicy taste.
Shakshuka
Why We Love It: The North African and Center Japanese staple is one among my favourite brunch dishes, however makes for an unbelievable (and extremely simple) weeknight dinner. Tomatoes get cooked down with jalapeño and garlic and the very best mix of spices (cumin and paprika) give this dish simply sufficient warmth.
Hero Ingredient: There’s no higher match for a spicy purple sauce than poached eggs. Toast just a few slices of bread and get to dippin’.
Skillet Eggplant Lasagna
Why We Love It: I don’t keep in mind when it occurred, however lasagna has at all times been my household’s go-to Christmas Eve most important dish (surrounded by loads of sides). And whereas I really like the aplomb and celebration inherent in a multi-layered pasta meal, with regards to weeknight cooking, simple one-pot recipes are my decide. When fall comes round, this Skillet Eggplant Lasagna is on my biweekly to-make listing. It’s cozy (after all), vegetarian (however nonetheless hearty!), and as Camille says “not the slightest bit nap-inducing.” Can your lasagna try this?
Hero Ingredient: Thick slices of eggplant are the key to creating this lasagna each a vegetarian and meat-lover’s dream dish.
Vegan One Pot Spicy Corn Soup
Why We Love It: I do know what you’re considering: Soup?! In the course of summer time? However people, that is the right transitional meal. It makes essentially the most of candy, in-season corn and pairs the brilliant, colourful veg with loads of shiny and colourful taste to match. Cumin seeds, jalapeño, and a tablespoon of sriracha kick up the warmth—the right solution to reduce by means of the corn’s sweetness. Bonus: This soup shops effectively within the fridge or frozen to be loved within the later, cooler months.
Hero Ingredient: If you happen to’ve by no means had poblanos earlier than, you’re in for a deal with. They’re just like a inexperienced bell pepper, however with a smidge extra chunk. Roasting them on the sheet pan earlier than combining with the opposite components mellows their taste, and the result’s a deeply complicated warmth that takes this soup from good to bowl-lickin’ nice.
Mexican Baked Eggs
Why we adore it: As just a few of the recipes on this listing show, breakfast for dinner is each a enjoyable twist in your night meal and an effective way to chop down on prep and clean-up time. A mixture of bell peppers, kale, pico de gallo, and crumbled cotija give this meal a enjoyable mixture of textures, shade, and taste. Prime with no matter additions you’d like, however we’re followers of the extra creaminess and crunch that sliced avocado and tortilla chips convey to the celebration.
Hero ingredient: Retailer-bought pico de gallo lends a dimension of acidity and warmth to your dish. After all, you’re at all times welcome to make your individual if you happen to’d like.
Vegan Pesto
Why We Love It: When our Government Producer, Michelle shared this recipe, our minds have been blown. With pesto, we’ve at all times taken the standard route. Pine nuts, olive oil, basil, and loads of cheese give the sauce richness and physique. However, little did we all know, a plant-based spin shouldn’t be solely potential however maybe much more crave-worthy. On this recipe, spinach helps the basil in giving the pesto its signature inexperienced hue and hemp seeds lend somewhat texture (to not point out protein and fiber) to the toasted pine nuts.
Hero Ingredient: The magical secret ingredient that makes this vegan tackle a basic so good? Dietary yeast, y’all. It’s swapped rather than the parmesan to present this pesto its signature tacky taste. The enhance of each protein and vitamin B12 is simply an added bonus.
Spring Rice with Peas and Greens
Why we adore it: Whereas rice isn’t identified to be the muse for essentially the most thrilling meals, right here, it units the tone for a flavorful, however couldn’t-be-simpler dish. That’s proper—three components make this the best base for any proteins, further veggies, or add-ins of your selection. Tremendous inexpensive, extremely fast, and endlessly adaptable. What extra might you need?
Hero ingredient: With regards to the greens, comply with the rules of the season you’re in. This time of 12 months, I’m all about purslane. If you happen to haven’t found the inexperienced but, don’t be turned off by its “weed” moniker. If you happen to’re trying to eat extra sustainably, it is a nice solution to do it!
Simple Mexican Rooster & Rice Soup
Why we adore it: Certain, on my finest days you’ll be able to catch me getting inventive and bold within the kitchen, however after a full day of labor, my potential to increase effort towards something is as little as it will get. Fortunately, simple one-pot recipes like this hen and rice soup exist for a purpose. As a result of the components cook dinner collectively in a single pot, the bone-in hen breasts taste the soup superbly, lending a wealthy depth to each spoonful. It’s scrumptious (after all), however an unexpectedly easy meal, too. And when chilly season comes round, you’ll be grateful it’s in your again pocket.
Hero ingredient: Just a few sprigs of recent thyme or oregano make for a surprisingly impactful addition.
Summer time Spaghetti with Tomatoes, Burrata, & Basil
Why we adore it: When summer time comes round and the temps are at an all-time excessive, the very last thing I need is a heavy bowl of pasta. BUT gentle pasta recipes exist for a purpose, and this one’s my favourite. It’s a straightforward, satisfying bowl of consolation meals that’s bursting with taste. The burrata makes it tremendous creamy with out feeling overly heavy and the basil brightens every little thing up. It’s positive to develop into one among your favourite simple one-pot recipes.
Hero ingredient: There’s nothing higher than bursting bites of candy cherry tomatoes.
Pesto Pasta Primavera
Why we adore it: This perfect-for-summer recipe comes collectively shortly and simply, with out skimping on taste. When you’re welcome to make use of any mixture of veggies you’d like, with regards to pesto, we’re keen on an all-green shade palette. Asparagus, sugar snap peas, inexperienced onions, frozen peas, and naturally, loads of garlic give this dish not solely a lot of taste and crunch, however helps you meet your each day veggie quota, too.
Hero ingredient: Whereas some pasta recipes can really feel heavy, this primavera tastes deliciously gentle. However I’ve to say that the bites of crumbled goat cheese are a very welcome addition to my plate.
Creamy Vegan Pasta with Tomatoes and Basil
Why we adore it: It doesn’t get a lot simpler than this straightforward recipe. A 15-minute one-pot meal that’s as fast and straightforward because it will get. And although the recipe title calls it out, I can’t however repeat it: vegan! Sure, that’s proper, this pasta’s creaminess comes from essentially the most luxuriously-thick walnut sauce. I’ll by no means not be amazed by what my favourite plant-based staples can do.
Hero ingredient: As a result of this dish leans on the aspect of indulgence with regards to taste, a easy garnish of lemon zest on the finish will brighten up your total bowl.
Pumpkin Chickpea Curry
Why we adore it: This dish is the right fusion of our favourite fall flavors and conventional Indian delicacies. Scrumptious consolation meals made shortly and utilizing wholesome components like chickpeas, kale, spices, and diced tomatoes. It’s a beautiful and straightforward one-pot recipe that’s good for a busy weeknight and much more divine as leftovers the following day.
Hero ingredient: With regards to cozy season cooking, pumpkin is at all times the star.
Gradual Baked Citrus Salmon with Fennel & Herbs
Why we adore it: Everybody wants an excellent go-to salmon recipe, and Camille swears by this simple, largely hands-off method. It’s candy and citrusy and excellent served alongside your favourite roasted veggie and a grain. With regards to simple one-pot recipes, typically, simplicity is finest.
Hero ingredient: When fennel is roasted low and gradual, the result’s a light, anise-like taste that features an fringe of caramelized sweetness. In different phrases, perfection.
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This publish was initially revealed on August 27, 2021, and has since been up to date.