Skip to content

Top Navigation

Allrecipes Allrecipes
Log In Account Details

Profile Menu

Join Now

Account

  • Create a Profile
  • Newsletters
  • Help this link opens in a new tab

More

  • Shopping List
  • Cooking School this link opens in a new tab
  • Ask the Community this link opens in a new tab
Your Account

Account

  • Your Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Help this link opens in a new tab
  • Logout

More

  • Shopping List
  • Cooking School this link opens in a new tab
  • Ask the Community this link opens in a new tab
Login
Get Allrecipes Magazine
Pin FB

Explore Allrecipes

Allrecipes Allrecipes
  • Find a Recipe
    Find a Recipe

    Include these ingredients

    Filter by Ingredients

    Do not include these ingredients

    Filter by Ingredients
  • Explore

    Explore

    • The Kitchen Garden

      The Kitchen Garden

      Take your love of food to the next level by growing your own. Our first ever Allrecipes gardening guide gives you tips and advice to get you started. Read More
    • Order Your Recipe Ingredients Online With One Click

      Order Your Recipe Ingredients Online With One Click

      Shop your favorite recipes with grocery delivery or pickup at your local Walmart. Read More
    • 15 Asparagus Pasta Recipes You'll Want to Make on Repeat

      15 Asparagus Pasta Recipes You'll Want to Make on Repeat

      Read More
  • Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

    Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

    See All Breakfast and Brunch Recipes
    15 Brunch Casseroles for Easy Springtime Weekends

    15 Brunch Casseroles for Easy Springtime Weekends

    • Breakfast Burrito Recipes
    • Breakfast Casserole Recipes
    • Crepe Recipes
    • Egg Recipes
    • French Toast Recipes
    • Frittata Recipes
    • Granola Recipes
    • Omelet Recipes
    • Overnight Oat Recipes
    • Pancake Recipes
    • Quiche Recipes
    • Waffle Recipes
  • Lunch Recipes

    Lunch Recipes

    See All Lunch Recipes
    10 Pasta Salads to Perk up Your Weekday Lunch

    10 Pasta Salads to Perk up Your Weekday Lunch

    • Healthy Lunch Recipes
    • Sandwich Recipes
    • Sandwich Wraps and Roll-Up Recipes
    • School Lunch Ideas and Recipes
  • Dinner Recipes

    Dinner Recipes

    See All Dinner Recipes
    15 Garlic Chicken Thigh Recipes to Make for Dinner

    15 Garlic Chicken Thigh Recipes to Make for Dinner

    • Dinner Fix
    • Chicken Recipes
    • Chicken Breast Recipes
    • Chicken Thigh Recipes
    • Beef Recipes
    • Ground Beef Recipes
    • Pasta and Noodle Recipes
    • Pork Recipes
    • Pork Tenderloin Recipes
    • Turkey Recipes
    • Ground Turkey Recipes
    • Seafood Recipes
    • Salmon Recipes
    • Shrimp Recipes
  • Appetizer & Snack Recipes

    Appetizer & Snack Recipes

    See All Appetizer & Snack Recipes
    7 Refreshing Pineapple Salsa Recipes

    7 Refreshing Pineapple Salsa Recipes

    • Baked Brie Recipes
    • Bruschetta Recipes
    • Chicken Wing Recipes
    • Crab Cake Recipes
    • Deviled Egg Recipes
    • Fruit Dip Recipes
    • Guacamole Recipes
    • Hummus Recipes
    • Jalapeno Popper Recipes
    • Meatball Appetizers
    • Nacho Recipes
    • Salsa Recipes
    • Stuffed Mushroom Recipes
  • Bread Recipes

    Bread Recipes

    See All Bread Recipes
    8 Dutch Oven Bread Recipes That Are Better Than the Bakery

    8 Dutch Oven Bread Recipes That Are Better Than the Bakery

    • Banana Bread Recipes
    • Biscuit Recipes
    • Bread Machine Recipes
    • Cornbread Recipes
    • Doughnut Recipes
    • Muffin Recipes
    • Pumpkin Bread Recipes
    • Quick Bread Recipes
    • Sourdough Bread Recipes
    • Yeast Bread Recipes
    • Zucchini Bread Recipes
  • Dessert Recipes

    Dessert Recipes

    See All Dessert Recipes
    Strawberry Desserts to Make When You Can't Get Fresh Strawberries

    Strawberry Desserts to Make When You Can't Get Fresh Strawberries

    • Cake Recipes
    • Carrot Cake Recipes
    • Cheesecake Recipes
    • Chocolate Cake Recipes
    • Cookie Recipes
    • Cupcake Recipes
    • Frosting and Icing Recipes
    • Ice Cream Recipes
    • Peach Cobbler Recipes
    • Pie Recipes
    • Pineapple Upside-Down Cake Recipes
    • Pound Cake Recipes
    • Sugar-Free Dessert Recipes
    • Sweet Spot
  • Drink Recipes

    Drink Recipes

    See All Drink Recipes
    22 Fruity Margarita Recipes

    22 Fruity Margarita Recipes

    • Bloody Mary Recipes
    • Cocktail Recipes
    • Coffee Drink Recipes
    • Jell-o Shot Recipes
    • Margarita Recipes
    • Martini Recipes
    • Punch Recipes
    • Sangria Recipes
    • Smoothie Recipes
  • Main Dish Recipes

    Main Dish Recipes

    See All Main Dish Recipes
    25 Oven-Baked Chicken Thigh Recipes Ready In Under 1 hour

    25 Oven-Baked Chicken Thigh Recipes Ready In Under 1 hour

    • Beef Stroganoff Recipes
    • Casserole Recipes
    • Enchilada Recipes
    • Macaroni and Cheese Recipes
    • Pork Chop Recipes
    • Shepherd's Pie Recipes
    • Shrimp Scampi Recipes
  • Salad Recipes

    Salad Recipes

    See All Salad Recipes
    16 DIY Dressings for Green Salads

    16 DIY Dressings for Green Salads

    • Chicken Salad Recipes
    • Coleslaw Recipes
    • Cucumber Salad Recipes
    • Egg Salad Recipes
    • Fruit Salad Recipes
    • Pasta Salad Recipes
    • Potato Salad Recipes
    • Spinach Salad Recipes
    • Tuna Salad Recipes
  • Side Dish Recipes

    Side Dish Recipes

    See All Side Dish Recipes
    10 Delicious Side Dishes for Enchiladas

    10 Delicious Side Dishes for Enchiladas

    • Baked Bean Recipes
    • Broccoli Side Dish Recipes
    • Mashed Potato Recipes
    • Pasta Sauce Recipes
    • Potato Side Dish Recipes
    • Rice Side Dish Recipes
    • Salad Dressing Recipes
    • Scalloped Potato Recipes
    • Vegetable Side Dish Recipes
  • Soup, Stew & Chili Recipes

    Soup, Stew & Chili Recipes

    See All Soup, Stew & Chili Recipes
    12 Hearty Hominy Soup Recipes

    12 Hearty Hominy Soup Recipes

    • Beef Stew Recipes
    • Cabbage Soup Recipes
    • Chicken and Dumpling Recipes
    • Chili Recipes
    • Corn Chowder Recipes
    • Gumbo Recipes
    • Jambalaya Recipes
    • Potato Soup Recipes
    • Taco Soup Recipes
    • Tomato Soup Recipes
    • More Soup Recipes
    • More Stew Recipes
  • Cooking Style

    Cooking Style

    See All Cooking Style
    10 Instant Pot Shrimp Recipes

    10 Instant Pot Shrimp Recipes

    • 5 Ingredient Recipes
    • Air Fryer Recipes
    • BBQ & Grilling Recipes
    • Cooking for Two
    • Family Dinner Recipes
    • Instant Pot Recipes
    • Kid-Friendly Recipes
    • Leftover Recipes
    • Make-Ahead Recipes
    • Quick & Easy Recipes
    • Slow Cooker Recipes
    • Vegan Recipes
    • Vegetarian Recipes
  • Diet & Healthy Recipes

    Diet & Healthy Recipes

    See All Diet & Healthy Recipes
    15 Keto Instant Pot Recipes

    15 Keto Instant Pot Recipes

    • Diabetic Recipes
    • Gluten-Free Recipes
    • Keto Recipes
    • Low Calorie Recipes
    • Low Carb Recipes
    • Low Cholesterol Recipes
    • Low Fat Recipes
    • Low Sodium Recipes
    • Mediterranean Diet Recipes
    • Whole30 Recipes
  • Holidays & Entertaining

    Holidays & Entertaining

    See All Holidays & Entertaining
    15 Best Ramadan Recipes

    15 Best Ramadan Recipes

    • Holiday Planning
    • Cocktail Hour
    • Good Times, Good Food
    • New Year's Recipes
    • Recipes for Super Bowl(R)
    • Valentines's Day Recipes
    • Mardi Gras Recipes
    • St. Patrick's Day Recipes
    • Easter Recipes
    • Cinco de Mayo Recipes
    • Mother's Day Recipes
    • 4th of July Recipes
    • Halloween Recipes
    • Thanksgiving Recipes
    • Christmas Recipes
  • World Cuisine

    World Cuisine

    See All World Cuisine
    12 Best Persian Recipes to Add to Your Weeknight Rotation

    12 Best Persian Recipes to Add to Your Weeknight Rotation

    • Chinese Recipes
    • Filipino Recipes
    • German Recipes
    • Greek Recipes
    • Indian Recipes
    • Italian Recipes
    • Japanese Recipes
    • Mexican Recipes
    • Russian Recipes
    • Spanish Recipes
    • Thai Recipes
    • Global Kitchen
  • Kitchen Tips

    Kitchen Tips

    See All Kitchen Tips
    6 Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Cast Iron Skillets

    6 Mistakes That Could Ruin Your Cast Iron Skillets

    Keep your cast iron pans in tip-top shape by avoiding these no-nos.
    • All About Ingredients
    • Baking
    • Bake It Up A Notch
    • Buying
    • Cleaning
    • Gardening
    • How To
    • Substitutions
    • Tools and Techniques
    • You Can Cook That
  • Allrecipes Magazine Recipes
  • Food Wishes with Chef John
  • Homemade Podcast
  • Trusted Brands
  • Food News and Trends

    Food News and Trends

    See All Food News and Trends
    We Tried 8 Canned and Frozen Biscuits and These Were the Best

    We Tried 8 Canned and Frozen Biscuits and These Were the Best

    Which premade biscuits are worthy of your breakfast?
    • Cooks to Follow
    • Gift Guides
    • Product Reviews and Buying Guides
    • Recalls

Profile Menu

Get Allrecipes Magazine this link opens in a new tab
Join Now

Account

  • Create a Profile
  • Newsletters
  • Help this link opens in a new tab

More

  • Shopping List
  • Cooking School this link opens in a new tab
  • Ask the Community this link opens in a new tab
Your Account

Account

  • Your Profile
  • Email Preferences
  • Help this link opens in a new tab
  • Logout

More

  • Shopping List
  • Cooking School this link opens in a new tab
  • Ask the Community this link opens in a new tab
Login
Sweepstakes

Follow Us

LIVE
Dinner Fix

15 One-Pot Dinners Ready in Less Than an Hour

By Vicky McDonald
April 06, 2020
Skip gallery slides
Pin
quinoa and corn topped with avocado and cilantro
Credit: fabeveryday

These fuss-free dinners can be made in one big pot or skillet, making clean-up a breeze. They are super tasty recipes, as all the flavors mingle and cook together in one big dish.  They're hearty and filling too, so perfect for busy weeknight meals. Here are 15 of our favorite one-pot dinners, ready in under an hour.

Start Slideshow

1 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Chicken in a Pot

Chicken in a Pot
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "My husband and I just made this tonight, and it tasted great! It's a very simple dish, but you'd never know it by the complex flavor," Rhea says.

1 of 15

Advertisement
Advertisement

2 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Italian Chicken Skillet

Italian Chicken Skillet
Credit: Rock_lobster
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "I tripled the recipe and had no leftovers. This never happens in my house," says Leigh Anne.

  • 13 Simple One-Skillet Recipes for the Mediterranean Diet

2 of 15

3 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Rice Bowl

Lemon-Parmesan Chicken and Rice Bowl
Credit: foodpornographer
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "This is a great recipe for weeknight meals. Great leftovers for lunch. Classic flavor combos that really liven up the dish." — MrsFisher0729

3 of 15

Advertisement

4 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Addictive Asian Beef Slaw

Addictive Asian Beef Slaw in a white bowl
Credit: Stasty Cook
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

 Ready in 35 minutes: "My husband and four boys loved it! It's a good, quick, cheap meal for a family on a budget. I got pre-packaged coleslaw and broccoli slaw. We also sprinkled sesame seeds on top." —fogarty

4 of 15

5 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Quinoa Chicken

Quinoa Chicken in skillet with wooden spoon
Credit: France C
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 50 minutes: "Super easy to make, very healthy, high protein and definitely hits the spot. I'm always looking for new ways to prepare ground chicken. I'll be making this one often," says France C.

5 of 15

6 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Singapore Noodle Curry Shrimp

Singapore Noodle Curry Shrimp
Credit: Susheelover
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 25 minutes: "Excellent, very quick and healthy. I added bean sprouts at the end for an added crunchy texture. It's definitely a keeper recipe,"  Lillie L. says.

  • Two Weeks of Shrimp Dinners to Cook in Your Skillet

6 of 15

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

7 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Spicy Unstuffed Cabbage

Spicy Unstuffed Cabbage in a white dish
Credit: Rock_lobster
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "This reminds me of my mom's cabbage casserole recipe that consisted of one head of cabbage, ground beef, and one can of condensed tomato soup. Only better!" —Kanderso58

7 of 15

8 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Gyudon Japanese Beef Bowl

Gyudon Japanese Beef Bowl
Credit: Buckwheat Queen
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 25 minutes: "I loved this. I did it with rice noodles and enjoyed it." —acollins20

  • 14 Asian-Style Noodle Bowls to Warm You Up

8 of 15

9 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

One Pan Orecchiette Pasta

One Pan Orecchiette Pasta
Credit: Linda T
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "This was amazing! For a dish that was so simple and easy to make, I was rather stunned at how well it tasted. And the cheese to top it off! Perfection," Samantha Mitchell says.

  • 15 Easy One-Pot Pasta Dinners

9 of 15

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

10 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Ranch-Baked Chicken Thighs with Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and Potatoes

Ranch-Baked Chicken Thighs with Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and Potatoes
Credit: fabeverydayblog
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 45 minutes: "Very easy! Took about 10 minutes to put together. Excellent combination of flavors," says Billy Elsie.

  • 14 Super-Easy Sheet Pan Suppers

10 of 15

11 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

One Skillet Mexican Quinoa

quinoa and corn topped with avocado and cilantro
Credit: fabeveryday
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 40 minutes: "Wow this was easy and delicious! I planned extra time to make it since it was a first, but I was blown away at how quickly it was prepared and cooked." —nicpot

11 of 15

12 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Chicken Escabeche

Chicken Escabeche
Credit: Buckwheat Queen
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 45 minutes: "It looked delicious and I had everything needed (except the Dutch oven, so I used a heavy pan). I found it tangy and delicious. The chicken was very tender and juicy." —jaxbeacjbum

12 of 15

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement

13 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles

Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles in a skillet
Credit: bd.weld
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 25 minutes: "I've made this recipe several times since I initially saw it last month. It's the perfect dish for cold, rainy, or snowy days when you're home and, preferably, snugly in a comfy bed or couch," Ellie Dorsey says.

13 of 15

14 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta

One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta
Credit: lutzflcat
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

Ready in 45 minutes: "This was super good. Even my 14-year-old son, who can be very picky, said it was amazing," Tami Song says.

14 of 15

15 of 15

Pin
Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

One-Pot Mediterranean Chicken

One-Pot Mediterranean Chicken
Credit: Soup Loving Nicole
View Recipe this link opens in a new tab

I am not a cook. Most of my recipes are disastrous no matter how hard I try. This recipe was perfect. My husband had two servings which is rare for him," Connie Works says.

  • More One-Pot Meals

15 of 15

Advertisement
Advertisement
Advertisement
Replay gallery

Share the Gallery

Pinterest Facebook

Up Next

By Vicky McDonald

    Share the Gallery

    Pinterest Facebook
    Dinner Fix
    View Series
    • 6 of Our Best One-Pot Dinners
    • How to Plan Ahead for a Week's Worth of No-Stress Dinners
    • 6 Smart Ideas for Pre-Prepping Frozen Foods for Quick and Easy Dinners
    • 9 Meal Prep Tips From Top Chefs—That Totally Work For Home Cooks Too
    Trending Videos
    Advertisement
    Skip slide summaries

    Everything in This Slideshow

    Advertisement

    View All

    1 of 15 Chicken in a Pot
    2 of 15 Italian Chicken Skillet
    3 of 15 Lemon Parmesan Chicken and Rice Bowl
    4 of 15 Addictive Asian Beef Slaw
    5 of 15 Quinoa Chicken
    6 of 15 Singapore Noodle Curry Shrimp
    7 of 15 Spicy Unstuffed Cabbage
    8 of 15 Gyudon Japanese Beef Bowl
    9 of 15 One Pan Orecchiette Pasta
    10 of 15 Ranch-Baked Chicken Thighs with Bacon, Brussels Sprouts, and Potatoes
    11 of 15 One Skillet Mexican Quinoa
    12 of 15 Chicken Escabeche
    13 of 15 Turkey Spaghetti Zoodles
    14 of 15 One-Pot Ham and Veggie Pasta
    15 of 15 One-Pot Mediterranean Chicken

    Share options

    Facebook Tweet Mail Email iphone Send Text Message

    Login

    Allrecipes

    Magazines & More

    Learn More

    • Subscribe this link opens in a new tab
    • Customer Service this link opens in a new tab
    • Jobs this link opens in a new tab
    • Advertise this link opens in a new tab
    • Content Licensing this link opens in a new tab
    • Apps this link opens in a new tab
    • Sitemap this link opens in a new tab

    Connect

    Follow Us
    Global Communities

    Global Communities

    • Australia & New Zealand this link opens in a new tab
    • Canada this link opens in a new tab
    • Quebec this link opens in a new tab
    • United Kingdom & Ireland this link opens in a new tab
    • United States this link opens in a new tab
    Subscribe to Our Newsletter
    Other Meredith Sites

    Other Meredith Sites

    • 4 Your Health this link opens in a new tab
    • All People Quilt this link opens in a new tab
    • Better Homes & Gardens this link opens in a new tab
    • Bizrate Insights this link opens in a new tab
    • Bizrate Surveys this link opens in a new tab
    • Cooking Light this link opens in a new tab
    • Daily Paws this link opens in a new tab
    • EatingWell this link opens in a new tab
    • Eat This, Not That this link opens in a new tab
    • Entertainment Weekly this link opens in a new tab
    • Food & Wine this link opens in a new tab
    • Health this link opens in a new tab
    • Hello Giggles this link opens in a new tab
    • Instyle this link opens in a new tab
    • Martha Stewart this link opens in a new tab
    • Midwest Living this link opens in a new tab
    • More this link opens in a new tab
    • MyRecipes this link opens in a new tab
    • MyWedding this link opens in a new tab
    • My Food and Family this link opens in a new tab
    • MyLife this link opens in a new tab
    • Parenting this link opens in a new tab
    • Parents this link opens in a new tab
    • People this link opens in a new tab
    • People en Español this link opens in a new tab
    • Rachael Ray Magazine this link opens in a new tab
    • Real Simple this link opens in a new tab
    • Ser Padres this link opens in a new tab
    • Shape this link opens in a new tab
    • Siempre Mujer this link opens in a new tab
    • Southern Living this link opens in a new tab
    • SwearBy this link opens in a new tab
    • Travel & Leisure this link opens in a new tab
    MeredithAllrecipes is part of the Meredith Food Group. © Copyright 2021 Meredith Corporationthis link opens in a new tab. All Rights Reserved.
    Privacy Policythis link opens in a new tab Terms of Servicethis link opens in a new tab Ad Choicesthis link opens in a new tab California Do Not Sellthis link opens a modal window Web Accessibilitythis link opens in a new tab
    © Copyright . All rights reserved. Printed from https://www.allrecipes.com

    View image

    15 One-Pot Dinners Ready in Less Than an Hour
    this link is to an external site that may or may not meet accessibility guidelines.