One-Pot Meals for Dinner Tonight

When I get home after a long day, one-pot meals are my go-to recipes. Sometimes that means a soup that feels homey, other times it’s a rice dish or even a tostada taco made in one pan. These dinners use everyday pantry items and simple seasonings, which is why they’re the meals I lean on most during the week.

Why I Love These One-Pot Dinners

Aside from making cleanup simple, these dishes are meals I can count on. They work for dinner, and they’re easy to save for lunch the next day.

Soups and seasoned rice taste even better after sitting overnight, which makes them just as useful for meal prep as they are for a weeknight dinner.

1

Cheesy Taco Rice Skillet

Cheesy taco rice skillet is made in one pan with seasoned rice, melted cheese, and taco toppings. Top it with avocado and fresh tomatoes for an easy meal.

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2

Chicken Fajita Bowl with Adobo Ranch Sauce

Chicken fajita bowl with adobo ranch sauce has seared chicken, peppers, onions, and rice with a smoky, tangy drizzle. Brightened with lime and cilantro.

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3

Vegan Arroz con Gandules

Arroz con gandules – Puerto Rican rice with pigeon peas, cooked with sofrito, sazon, and adobo. This vegetarian version comes together in one pot and is perfect with tostones.

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4

Black Beans and Rice with Green Chiles

A simple black beans and rice recipe made with green chiles, cumin, and lime. Great for taco night, meal prep, or as a quick side dish.

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Soups

5

Healthy Ground Chicken Taco Soup

Healthy ground chicken taco soup with black beans, corn, and a blend of taco spices. Cooked in one pot and topped with cilantro, cheddar, and lime.

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6

Creamy Elote Chowder: Mexican Street Corn Soup

Creamy Mexican street corn soup (elote chowder) made with sweet corn, elote spices, and a rich touch of cream. It’s warm, comforting, and delicious.

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7

Creamy Mexican Street Corn Chicken Soup

A creamy Mexican street corn chicken soup made with sweet corn, a touch of spice, and shredded chicken. Done in 30 and perfect with all your favorite toppings.

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8

Delicious Sopa De Lentejas with Plantains (Lentil Soup)

Look no further than a bowl of sopa de lentejas! This hearty soup is packed with nutritious green lentils, sweet plantains, tangy diced tomatoes, and a blend of rich spices. And if you really want to take your soup to the next level, don't forget to add the optional crispy plantain and green onion crumble – trust me, it's so worth it!

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9

Rotisserie Chicken Blue Corn Tostada

Rotisserie chicken blue corn tostadas are layered with warm shredded chicken, roasted corn, and cheese, then topped with fresh veggies and lime. Baked and served crisp.

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10

Chicken Fajita Bowl with Adobo Ranch Sauce

Chicken fajita bowl with adobo ranch sauce has seared chicken, peppers, onions, and rice with a smoky, tangy drizzle. Brightened with lime and cilantro.

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11

Creamy Chicken Sausage Orzo Recipe

Creamy chicken sausage orzo is an easy one pan dinner with garlicky sausage, orzo, and a simple parmesan cream sauce. So simple and good, I make it at least once a month.

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12

Ground Beef Orzo with Tomato Cream Sauce and Fresh Basil

This one-pan ground beef orzo is cooked in a creamy tomato sauce for a simple, flavorful dinner that’s perfect for busy nights.

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13

30-Minute Seared Salmon with Lemon Orzo

This amazing dish brings together tender salmon fillets with creamy lemon orzo, fresh spinach, and delicious parmesan cheese. It's just perfect for hectic weeknights or when you have friends over.

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14

Hot Honey Chicken Bites: Crispy, Sweet, and Spicy

Hot honey chicken bites are baked to crispy perfection and drizzled with a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce. Perfect for game day, dinner, or as a fun snack to share.

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