The thought of a mountain of dishes to do afterwards can scare anyone off making dinner, particularly on those days you’re extra short on time. Don’t succumb to ordering takeout, we believe in you! With easy clean-up plus quick cook times, these one pan dinners have your back. With these recipes, you can make your favorite pastas, shrimps, and chicken meals in a single skillet.
And don’t think just because you’re using less dishes, these dinners are any less spectacular. This list includes impressive classics like Coq au Vin and a Chicken Cordon Bleu skillet that only look like they were difficult to make. It’s got nostalgia go-tos like Shepherd’s Pie and Tuscan Mac and Cheese for when you’re craving comfort food. Still eyeing those takeout menus? This list has some delivery standbys like Pad Thai and Shrimp Fried Rice too.
When you’re only cooking in one pan, it’s got to be the best. Don’t worry, we’ve done the research for you! Here are our favorites, from the best cast iron skillets to the top dutch ovens. Thinking of splurging on a Le Creuset? Check out our list of things to know before you buy. Not convinced on this whole one pan thing? Clean up is still a breeze with a non-stick cookware set.
These one pan dinner recipes are pretty meat- and pasta-forward— want to add more veggies to your meal without a lot more dishes? Roast them in the oven! Speaking of the oven, check out our one sheet pan dinners for even more meals with less clean up.
Creamy Steak Fettuccine

This makes us forget chicken ever existed.
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Maple Chorizo Breakfast Skillet

If you thought maple syrup-drenched bacon was good, wait until you try maple chorizo.
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Mongolian Beef Ramen

Instant ramen noodles never tasted so good.
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Chicken Fajitas

You won't be able to resist that sizzle.
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Garlicky Lemon Mahi Mahi

This easy mahi-mahi recipe comes together in 30 minutes or less!
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Lemon Asparagus Chicken Pasta

This pasta tastes like spring!
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Cilantro-Lime Chicken

We can't get enough of cilantro and lime.
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Shrimp Alfredo

Skip the Italian restaurant and make this instead.
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If you want to spend a lot less time making dinner and a lot more time enjoying it, this ultimate guide is your delicious solution. These 75 easy ideas all utilize only ONE pan, skillet, sheet pan, etc. They offer a bigger bang for your buck and are full of flavor, so you'll be sure to please a hungry crowd no matter who (or how many you're feeding).
Bruschetta Shrimp Pasta

You're going to be making this satisfying shrimp pasta for a long time to come.
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Beef & Broccoli Noodles

If soy sauce wasn't addicting enough, we also added Sriracha.
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Chicken Alfredo

This is the easiest, creamiest chicken alfredo you will ever make.
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Best-Ever Pepper Steak

When you need to switch up beef and broccoli, here's your dish.
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Sienna is a senior editor at Hearst. She lives in Montecito, California with her husband and two littles.

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