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13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight

In a time-crunch for dinner tonight? These 30-minute recipes will give you the delicious meals you deserve with the time saving practice you need!
By Lauren Porter · Updated October 26, 2020
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Chicken and Snap Peas

When you’re in a crunch for time, this one-pan recipe makes both cooking and cleaning a breeze!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Martha Stewart
02
Crispy Southwest Wrap

Whether you make them for lunch or dinner, these wraps are easy enough for the whole family to enjoy! 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Taste Better From Scratch
03
One Pan Pork Chops wth Apples and Onions

Full of flavor and all in one pan, this recipe will have you enjoying each and every bite! 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
The Chunky Chef
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Mini Chicken Pot Pies

Pot pies are always cuter when they’re mini! Try out this recipe!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
One Little Project
05
One Pan Beef Penne

Want a meal that’s rich and hearty, easy and fast? This recipe is it!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Girl Gone Gourmet
06
Thai Cashew Chicken

You can never go wrong with a delicious stir-fry and this recipe is a forkful of proof!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Well Plated
07
Shrimp-and-Herb Risotto

Enjoy the deliciousness of this recipe, it’s quick, easy and full of yummy goodness!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Delish
08
Broccoli Alfredo Tortellini

Want a veggie only option? This recipe is it!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Spicy Southern Kitchen
09
Indian-Spiced Veggie Burgers

No meat? No problem! This recipe caters to the veggie lovers with flavor that you’ll definitely savor. 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Brit + Co
10
Angel-Hair Pasta with Crab and Country Ham

Enriched with white wine, this recipe is simply divine for a summer time indulgence! 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Food & Wine
11
Greek Chicken Kabobs With Tzatziki Sauce

Kabobs are an easy meal that you can always rely on. This recipe with a fantastic tzatziki sauce are a great summer option!

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
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Cilantro Lime Chicken With Avocado Salsa

Avocado and chicken are a match made in heaven. This recipe will be all the proof you need! 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
Joyful Healthy Eats
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Baked Shrimp With Tomato and Feta

Everyone you love will love this recipe! 

13 30-Minute Meals That Will Make Cooking Dinner Easy Tonight
A Healthy Life For Me