Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes From Top Chefs

Name: Corn Grits
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: New American
Ingredients: 1 cup(s) water; 1 cup(s) vegetable or chicken broth; 1 cup(s) whole or 2% milk; 2 tsp sea salt or kosher salt; 1 cup(s) cornmeal; 1-2 ears of fresh corn, kernels removed; 1 tbsp butter; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup(s) shredded cheese, see notes 1; 2 tbsp chopped mixed fresh herbs, see notes 2

When time and energy are at a premium, having these quick and easy dinner recipes on hand can help you come through deliciously in the kitchen. Our selection of chef-chosen options will make short work of your culinary prep. Even if you're new to the art of home cooking, you'll find quick and easy dinner recipes for beginners that will have you cooking like a seasoned gourmet in no time.

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Corn Grits

Breakfast | New American

186 CAL.

Corn Grits

10 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 40m

For exceptional corn grits, go artisan with whole-grain, stone-ground cornmeal from the baking section of the supermarket. Toss in some corn kernels, shredded cheese, and herbs to elevate this ever-popular side dish.

Verified Chef

Chef Susie

186 CALORIES / SERVING

Keto Burger

Dinner | New American

1123 CAL.

Keto Burger

12 Ingredients - 9 Steps - 35m

What's more keto than a bacon-wrapped, cheese-bomb loaded keto burger finished with fresh avocado? Grill, pan sear, or air fry... this is the perfect summer treat!

Verified Chef

Chef Julia

1123 CALORIES / SERVING

Bang Bang Chicken

Dinner | Asian

738 CAL.

Bang Bang Chicken

15 Ingredients - 8 Steps - 27m

Tantalizingly sweet, tangy and fiery, this bang bang chicken recipe is a flavorful and simple dish. Easy to make at home, enjoy this juicy air-fried bang bang chicken with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad.

Giselle Park

738 CALORIES / SERVING

Salmon Sandwich

Breakfast | New American

759 CAL.

Salmon Sandwich

12 Ingredients - 9 Steps - 10m

Enjoy this salmon sandwich with a warm, comforting bowl of soup to embrace the autumn chill, or a refreshing glass of iced tea to cool down your summer days. Choose your favorite bread вЂ“ even a gluten-free option вЂ“ and toast it to perfection, adding a satisfying crunch that elevates every bite.

Verified Chef

Chef Janet

759 CALORIES / SERVING

Coconut Chicken

Dinner | New American

588 CAL.

Coconut Chicken

11 Ingredients - 6 Steps - 30m

This delicious keto Caribbean coconut chicken pairs perfectly with cauliflower rice or sautГ©ed vegetables. Adjust the level of cayenne pepper in this coconut chicken recipe according to your spice preference and enjoy your flavorful keto-friendly, low-carb meal!

Verified Chef

Chef Kevin R.

588 CALORIES / SERVING

Vegan Tacos

Dinner | Mexican

390 CAL.

Vegan Tacos

25 Ingredients - 9 Steps - 30m

Tastier than you can imagine, these delicious vegan tacos will blow your mind. This easy-to-prep and delectable vegan taco meal is a simple go-to lunch for any season!

Verified Chef

Chef Raina

390 CALORIES / SERVING

Chopped Italian Sandwich

Dinner | New American

757 CAL.

Chopped Italian Sandwich

15 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 15m

This chopped Italian sandwich is a viral take on the Italian grinder sandwich. Zesty, salty, sweet and savory, this delicious chopped Italian sandwich recipe is perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Giselle Park

757 CALORIES / SERVING

Garlic Butter Steak and Skillet Potatoes

Dinner | New American

1367 CAL.

Garlic Butter Steak and Skillet Potatoes

14 Ingredients - 6 Steps - 45m

Enjoy a hearty meal with restaurant-style garlic butter steak and skillet potatoes. Juicy tender steak paired with fluffy herbed potatoes combine to make a satisfying meal.

Verified Chef

Chef Tera

1367 CALORIES / SERVING

Lamb Meatballs

Dinner | Mediterranean

449 CAL.

Lamb Meatballs

14 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 20m

These Mediterranean inspired lamb meatballs are juicy and tender. Full of fresh flavors with mint, parsley and lemon zest, it pairs perfectly with a side of tangy tzatziki.

Giselle Park

449 CALORIES / SERVING

One Pot Lasagna

Dinner | Italian

711 CAL.

One Pot Lasagna

19 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 55m

One pot lasagna is the perfect recipe when running behind on time. This lasagna comes together quickly to have a comforting, delicious dinner on the table in under an hour.

Verified Chef

Chef Tera

711 CALORIES / SERVING

Drunken Chicken

Dinner | New American

889 CAL.

Drunken Chicken

14 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 35m

Drunken chicken features a deliciously stewed chicken cooked in a fragrant creamy wine sauce. ItвЂ™s an elegant dinner thatвЂ™s good for any night of the week.

Verified Chef

Chef Esh-Marie

889 CALORIES / SERVING

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

Dinner | New American

728 CAL.

Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

16 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 42m

Garlic butter shrimp pasta is creamy and full of garlic flavor. This easy and delicious pasta dish features succulent jumbo shrimp and fresh ingredients.

Verified Chef

Chef Esh-Marie

728 CALORIES / SERVING

Chicken and Yellow Rice

Dinner | Latin

706 CAL.

Chicken and Yellow Rice

12 Ingredients - 7 Steps - 40m

This easy chicken and yellow rice is a must-try meal for the whole family! Juicy chicken thighs are seasoned with spices and paired with fragrant basmati rice for a satisfying dish.

Verified Chef

Chef Maria A.

706 CALORIES / SERVING

Scallop Scampi with Linguini

Dinner | Italian

818 CAL.

Scallop Scampi with Linguini

15 Ingredients - 8 Steps - 40m

Scallop scampi is a delicate, mouth-watering meal that is satisfying and pleasing to the eye. Enjoy the freshness of scallops enveloped in velvety butter, white wine, aromatic garlic and shallots with each bite of linguini pasta. This is a dream dish your taste buds will enjoy over and over again.

Verified Chef

Chef Alicia

818 CALORIES / SERVING

Korean Tofu Soup (Soondubu Jjigae)

Dinner | Korean

253 CAL.

Korean Tofu Soup (Soondubu Jjigae)

14 Ingredients - 5 Steps - 30m

Korean tofu soup, also known as soondubu jjigae, is a classic Korean kimchi tofu soup that comes together in less than 30-minutes and packs a punch of heat. Using soft or silken tofu and eggs provides protein, making this spicy tofu soup recipe a fast and easy weeknight meal loaded with flavor. While this Korean soup recipe calls for some ingredients that may be a little difficult to find, there are substitutions in the notes that may not be traditional but will still provide delicious results.

Verified Chef

Chef Mike M.

253 CALORIES / SERVING

One Pot Mac and Cheese

Dinner | New American

501 CAL.

One Pot Mac and Cheese

5 Ingredients - 4 Steps - 15m

This one pot mac and cheese is easier and tastier than the instant version. Shredded cheddar cheese melts with butter to form a glossy cheese sauce over tender macaroni pasta.