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24, 5-Ingredient Dishes Bound to Be Demolished

February 12, 2025 by Iryna Bychkiv Leave a Comment

Weeknights can be rough. Between work, activities, and everything else, who has time for complicated meals? But that doesn’t mean dinner has to be boring. This collection of 24 recipes is your answer for delicious and easy meals.

The best part? Most of them require only 5 ingredients! We’re talking pantry staples and fresh pops of flavor.

Creamy Sriracha Pasta

Creamy Sriracha Pasta on a plate.
Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian

This creamy sriracha pasta sauce is savory, spicy, and garlicky, uses just four key ingredients, is suitable for vegetarians, and is ready in under fifteen minutes. Get the recipe.

Super Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe

Sloppy Joe burgers. A close up view.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This super easy sloppy joes recipe requires only 5 ingredients and will be ready in 15 minutes! It’s the perfect weeknight meal for those busy days when you want to whip up something the whole family will love! Super Easy Sloppy Joe Recipe

4-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Gravy with Noodles

4-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Gravy with Noodles on a plate close up.
Photo credit: My Everyday Table

This crockpot chicken and gravy recipe is a great choice for weeknights when you want something comforting, filling, and delicious – without a lot of prep time to make it happen. 4-Ingredient Crockpot Chicken and Gravy with Noodles

Mussels In Sour Cream Garlic Sauce

Creamy sour cream mussels in a pan sprinkled with parsley.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Creamy and incredibly comforting Garlic Mussels in Sour Cream Sauce. You need less then 30 minutes from start to finish to make this easy recipe. Enjoy these delicious mussels over rice or mashed potatoes. Garlic Mussels In Sour Cream Sauce

Easy Harissa Tofu

Harissa Tofu in a bowl with rice.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This easy Harissa Tofu recipe has a big flavor, thanks to a few tablespoons of Harissa paste. You might want to make extras, as leftovers make a great addition to salads and grain bowls. Easy Harissa Tofu

Oven-Roasted Balsamic Green Beans

Roasted green beans and asparagus on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Simple recipe for Roasted Balsamic Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes is taken to another level with quick Balsamic reduction and a sprinkling of Parmesan cheese. Easy side dish that goes with any meal. Oven-Roasted Balsamic Green Beans

10-Minute Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Cajun Shrimp with some pieces of lemon on a skillet.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

This Cajun shrimps are made with bold Cajun spices, the richness of butter, the tanginess of lemon juice, and a savory hint of garlic. It’s absolutely delicious, and you know the best part? You only need 5 ingredients to make it from scratch in 10 minutes! 10-Minute Cajun Shrimp Recipe

Smashed Red Potatoes with Dill Sauce

Crispy Smashed Potatoes on a parchment.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

So easy and delicious, these Crispy Smashed Red Potatoes With Garlic And Dill are a comfort side dish that never disappoints. Naturally vegan and made with just 4 simple ingredients, these crushed red potatoes are great for any occasion. Smashed Red Potatoes with Dill Sauce

Seared Cod in Tomato Caper Sauce

Seared Cod In Tomato Caper Sauce close up.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

The easiest and most delicious cod recipe you’ll ever need. Seared to a flaky perfection and served with a tangy tomato-caper sauce over mashed potatoes or rice, this cod recipe makes an easy and delicious weeknight meal. Seared Cod In Tomato Caper Sauce

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats in a baking dish.
Photo credit: Cheerful Cook

Perfectly tender baked zucchini loaded with sweet sausage, creamy tomato sauce, and cheese. Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Roasted Lemon Potatoes

Mediterranean roasted yellow potatoes in a white bowl on a burlap napkin and white background.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

These Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes are fully loaded with lemony oregano, garlic, and olive oil flavors. Plus, they couldn’t be easier to make! No boiling needed. Try this simple side dish the next time you’re craving something fresh, unique and flavorful. Roasted Mediterranean Potatoes With Lemon And Oregano

Easy Chicken Carnitas Tacos

Three Chicken Carnitas Tacos on a plate.
Photo credit: Coley Cooks

This easy recipe for chicken carnitas tacos is the best way to use up leftover or chicken or turkey! They can me made in just 15 minutes with only 5 simple ingredients. Easy Chicken Carnitas Tacos

Roasted Mediterranean Asparagus

Roasted Asparagus close up.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Really easy Mediterranean Asparagus with Balsamic Drizzle and Pine Nuts. Trimmed asparagus spears are baked in olive oil until tender but crispy and then finished off with a quick homemade Balsamic drizzle. This healthy vegan recipe is kid-friendly and makes a delicious dinner side. Roasted Mediterranean Asparagus

Pineapple Chicken

Pineapple Chicken over rice in a dark plate.
Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

Pineapple Chicken recipe. If you’re a fan of the sweet and savory combination, this dish will easily become your next favorite. Pineapple Chicken is a light and refreshing meal, perfect for warm weather or when you’re simply craving something different. Pineapple Chicken

Lemon Pepper Pasta with Asparagus

Lemon Pepper Pasta with Asparagus in a pan.
Photo credit: My Pure Plants

One of the easiest pasta you can make is this lemon pepper pasta. It is laughingly simple and quick to make. You only need 5 ingredients and 15 minutes. We love to enjoy this refreshing pasta recipe with some green veggies, like asparagus. Lemon Pepper Pasta with Asparagus

Potato Rosti with Parmesan and Goat Cheese

Potato Rosti with Parmesan and Goat Cheese on a wire rack.
Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons

Call it a giant potato pancake, latkes or potato pie, one thing is for sure. This Swiss rosti is the potato side dish taken up a notch. Grated potatoes are mixed with shredded Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme and layered with a pungent goat cheese. Baked until crispy perfection and devoured in no time. Potato Rosti with Parmesan and Goat Cheese

Easy + Inexpensive 5-Ingredient Bean Soup

5-Ingredient Bean Soup in a bowl close up.
Photo credit: Coley Cooks

This easy bean soup is so simple it only requires 5 basic pantry ingredients to make. It’s loaded with creamy white beans, hearty vegetables and salty, smoky bacon for a soup that’s warm, satisfying and so comforting on a chilly day! Easy + Inexpensive 5 Ingredient Bean Soup

Trader Joe’s Italian Meatball Subs Recipe

Trader Joe’s Italian Meatball Subs on a parchment.
Photo credit: My Everyday Table

This Trader Joe’s meatball recipe is EASY, filling, family-friendly, and made with just 5 ingredients. Trader Joe’s Italian Meatball Subs Recipe

No Peek Chicken

No Peek Chicken in a baking dish.
Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

A sumptuous, 5-ingredient one-pot meal, this chicken recipe is the ultimate dinner solution for busy weeknights or even lazy weekends. It promises flavor, comfort, and minimal fuss. No Peek Chicken

Cheddar Cheese Sausage Balls 

Cheddar Cheese Sausage Balls on a platter.
Photo credit: Feels Like Home

You are going to love this quick and easy baked appetizer recipe! Make the sausage balls ahead and freeze unbaked for later. Great for breakfast, snacks, parties, and tailgating! Cheddar Cheese Sausage Balls 

Sheet Pan Baked Kielbasa and Sauerkraut

Baked Kielbasa and Sauerkraut on a sheet pan.
Photo credit: My Everyday Table

This simple and satisfying baked kielbasa and sauerkraut recipe is a whole meal cooked in one sheet pan! Made with just 5 basic ingredients + 10 min prep time, you’ll be surprised by how satisfying and yummy this sauerkraut and kielbasa recipe is. Perfect for weeknight dinners, this simple recipe is a nutritious AND delicious meal and major comfort food. Sheet Pan Baked Kielbasa and Sauerkraut

Buffalo Chicken Pasta

Buffalo Chicken Pasta close up.
Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

Enjoy a deliciously spicy and tangy Buffalo Chicken Pasta – a quick and easy dinner ready in just 30 minutes! Get the recipe.

Easy Baked Pesto Salmon

Pesto Salmon on a plate.
Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen

Pesto salmon is an easy oven-baked dinner requiring only five ingredients that can be on the table in less than 25 minutes. It’s a healthy dinner full of flavor and perfect for weeknight cooking. Get the recipe.

Cheesy Baked Thin Boneless Pork Chops

Cheesy Baked Thin Boneless Pork Chops on a black plate.
Photo credit: We All Eat Together

This is one of my absolutely favorite stand-by recipes for thin boneless pork chops. Excluding salt and pepper, this is a 4-ingredient recipe that yields perfectly cooked meat. Seasoned pork chop get slathered in creamy mayo, sweet onions, and extra-sharp cheddar cheese. Fast and easy to prepare, you can – and should – make this tonight! Cheesy Baked Thin Boneless Pork Chops.

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