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Quick And Easy 30 Minute Meals

Quick And Easy 30 Minute Meals

With a few staple ingredients from your pantry or freezer you can have a delicious meal on the table in under 30 minutes.

These recipes may not be completely from scratch, but they're so tasty that no one will know the difference!



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recipe for quick and easy johnny marzetti

Quick and Easy Johnny Marzetti

A can of tomato soup brings deep tomato flavor to this comfort food pasta, and it's perfect with a little hot sauce for an extra kick.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cheesy chicken noodle casserole

Cheesy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Egg noodles with diced chicken, corn, and cheese are all tied together within an easy sauce for a quick and creamy casserole.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for mexican nacho casserole

Mexican Nacho Casserole

There's nothing worse than lukewarm sour cream or soggy tortilla chips to spoil a nacho platter. A proper nacho bake is all about the right layers, and this recipe does it...

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for ham and cheese spaghetti

Ham and Cheese Spaghetti

A twist on oven-baked spaghetti. Ham and Cheddar cheese are baked with pasta and a creamy mushroom sauce.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spanish rice and kielbasa skillet

Spanish Rice And Kielbasa Skillet

Dress up a box of Spanish rice mix with this easy recipe. Simply add extra veggies and kielbasa and the rice mix takes the guesswork out of balancing the seasonings....

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for easy microwave spaghetti and meatballs

Easy Microwave Spaghetti And Meatballs

Craving a little Italian food? This recipe for spaghetti with homemade meatballs is ready in under 15 minutes.

Method:   microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for bubblin' beer dogs

Bubblin' Beer Dogs

Simmering hot dogs in beer is a great way to add flavor and moisture. The beer will help to keep the hot dogs juicy and the beer adds a delicious dimension to your hot dogs.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for baked tacos

Baked Tacos

An easy baked version of tacos made by filling flour tortillas with ground beef, beans, salsa, and seasonings.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy mexican cheese pizza

Easy Mexican Cheese Pizza

A great pizza for a busy weeknight meal. This Mexican-flavored pizza starts with a pre-made crust and is topped with salsa, veggies, and lots of cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for easy alfredo chicken pizza

Easy Alfredo Chicken Pizza

This recipe is simple to make and can be on the table in just 30 minutes. Made with a store-bought crust, this pizza is topped with a Alfredo sauce, chicken, and cheese.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for coca-cola burgers

Coca-Cola Burgers

Cola and French dressing are used both in the burger patties and as a tangy spread on the grilled buns. The sweet and tangy flavor brings your burgers to a new level.

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for vegetarian chili dogs

Vegetarian Chili Dogs

Going vegetarian is no reason to miss out on favorites like the chili dog. Veggie dogs and veggie chili are par for the course but some add-ins take standard dogs to the next...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for apple honey glazed chicken

Apple Honey Glazed Chicken

Apple jelly, dijon and cinnamon give a sweet tang to grilled breasts or thighs. Perfect for getting in the fall spirit, especially if you can find some fresh apple jelly

Method:   outdoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vegetarian rice tacos

Vegetarian Rice Tacos

Rice and veggie tacos are an absolutely stand-out option for quick and easy meals. Well-spiced rice with tomatoes and any number of add-ins will always make a tasty taco.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for bbq chicken pizza

BBQ Chicken Pizza

There's nothing quite like a good BBQ chicken pizza. The combination of juicy chicken, smoky barbecue sauce, and sweet honey is irresistible

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for catalina meatballs

Catalina Meatballs

Made with freezer meatballs, onion, olive oil, Catalina salad dressing

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for yummy reuben bake

Yummy Reuben Bake

Made with margarine or butter, rye crackers, refrigerated buttermilk biscuits, sauerkraut, caraway seeds, Thousand Island salad dressing, fresh corned beef, corned beef, Swiss cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for best ever tuna casserole

Best Ever Tuna Casserole

Made with Velveeta cheese, milk, cream of celery or mushroom soup, salt, egg noodles, tuna, salad dressing, onions, green bell pepper, pimento

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for kielbasa tortellini alfredo

Kielbasa Tortellini Alfredo

Made with tomato, refrigerated cheese or spinach tortellini, smoked kielbasa or Polish sausage, red bell pepper, vegetable oil, Alfredo sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef tips on potatoes

Beef Tips On Potatoes

Made with cheddar cheese, water, beef tips with gravy, mashed potatoes, broccoli florets

Method:   stovetop, microwave
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for creamy chicken manicotti

Creamy Chicken Manicotti

Made with water, butter, manicotti pasta, cheddar cheese, cream of chicken soup, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, chicken, onions, mushrooms

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chili and tamales

Chili And Tamales

Made with chili, tamales, onion

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for stir-fry chicken teriyaki

Stir-Fry Chicken Teriyaki

Made with rice, teriyaki baste/glaze sauce, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, onion, mushroom, green pepper, fresh broccoli, teriyaki marinade, vegetable oil

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for the ultimate seafood pizza

The Ultimate Seafood Pizza

Made with pizza crust, cocktail sauce, shrimp, lobster tail, smoked salmon, crab meat, mozzarella cheese, clams, oysters

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cajun teriyaki chicken sandwiches - george foreman grill

Cajun Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches - George Foreman Grill

Made with buns, Cajun seasoning, skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, bacon, cheese, lettuce, roasted red bell pepper, teriyaki sauce

Method:   indoor grill
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for mexican burger casserole

Mexican Burger Casserole

Made with tomato sauce, garlic powder, ground beef, onions, chili with beans, nacho cheese flavored tortilla chips, Colby cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for cornbread beef taco bake

Cornbread Beef Taco Bake

Made with cheddar cheese, French fried onions, ground beef, taco seasoning mix, water, whole kernel corn, green bell pepper, tomato sauce, corn muffin mix

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for ravioli and salmon with dilled alfredo sauce

Ravioli And Salmon With Dilled Alfredo Sauce

Made with capers, salmon fillet, fresh dill, salt, cheese filled ravioli, frozen asparagus spears, carrots, Alfredo sauce

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for penne with chicken, spinach, and tomato alfredo

Penne With Chicken, Spinach, And Tomato Alfredo

Made with salt and pepper, penne pasta, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, Alfredo sauce with sun dried tomatoes, frozen spinach, Italian tomatoes

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for baked fish fillets with spinach-pine nut topping

Baked Fish Fillets With Spinach-Pine Nut Topping

Made with Parmesan cheese, lemon peel, sea bass or orange roughy fillets, salt and pepper, frozen spinach souffle, pine nuts, green onions, garlic

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spam confetti pasta

Spam Confetti Pasta

Made with angel hair pasta, non-stick cooking spray, corn, Spam Luncheon Meat, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, red onion, whipping cream, chili powder, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sauteed chicken with pesto pasta and sundried tomatoes

Sauteed Chicken With Pesto Pasta And Sundried Tomatoes

Made with pesto sauce, linguine pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, water, chicken breast

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for easy vegetable lo mein

Easy Vegetable Lo Mein

Made with stir-fry sauce, soy nuts, ramen noodles soup mix, butter, frozen vegetable combination, sliced water chestnuts

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for artichoke chicken pizza

Artichoke Chicken Pizza

Made with monterey jack cheese, Alfredo sauce, dried oregano, ripe olives, frozen puff pastry, boneless skinless chicken breasts, onion, olive oil, tomatoes, artichoke hearts

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for loco moco

Loco Moco

Made with brown gravy, white rice, water, Spam, eggs

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


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