Finding recipes that can go from the counter to the table in 30 minutes or less is a great way for every parent to make sure their family gets a home cooked meal. So we have gathered together a list of Speedy Weeknight Dinners for you when time gets the better of you so your family can still get a homemade meal on the dinner table.
Serving your family a home cooked meal is not only better nutritionally for the family, it’s also better for your monthly budget. And with all the added expenses that sneak up on you while getting your child ready to go back to school it makes sense to economize every where you can.
We’ve developed our lists for when you have 30 minutes to get dinner on the table and we’ve even included a few that can be made if you’ve only have 15 minutes.
- Honey Ginger Glazed Chicken
- Pineapple and Shrimp Foil Packets
- Pizza Casserole
- Chicken Strips with White Barbecue Sauce
- 25 Easy Recipes using Rotisserie Chicken
- Fiesta Skillet Dinner
- Barbecue Chicken and Rice (One Dish Dinner)
- Cheeseburger Pies
- Easy Pork Chop Dinner
- Taco Ring
- Bacon Cheeseburger Casserole
- Chicken Quesadillas
- Ham & Cheese Pockets
- Make Ahead Sloppy Joes
- Kung Pao Chicken
- Wet Bean Burritos
- One Dish Chili Mac
- Skillet Chicken Parmesan from Mom on Timeout
- Baked Chicken Nuggets
- Homemade Pizza Rolls
- Pepperoni Pizza Ring
- Bacon Cheeseburger Buns
Speedy Weeknight Dinners: 15 minutes or less
- Pizza Quesadilla
- Italian Meatball Subs
- Easy French Dip Sandwiches
- Sweet and Sour Meatball Skewers from Taste and Tell
- Chicken Quesadillas
- Mexican Pizza
- Pizza Dippers from Oh Sweet Basil
- Orange Chicken @Eat at Home
- Pepperoni Pizza Pasta @Eat at Home
Follow along as we share Back to School Recipes to make your life easier!
In addition to being a skilled and passionate chef, Caroline is an awesome mother of two. In her spare time, Caroline pursues her passion for cooking by experimenting with new dishes and developing some of her very own. Her expertise and research are then condensed into comprehensive, easy-to-read guides and resources for readers who are looking for budget-friendly recipes for the whole family.
I’m always looking for quick meal ideas for during the week. Will be nice to add some variety! Thanks for sharing!
Hi Anne, So glad you liked the recipes! Happy Cooking!
~Liz