10 Quick One-Pot Recipes for Effortless Weeknight Dinners

Recipe 2: One-Pot Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
• 1 cup tofu, cubed
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp ginger, minced
• Cooked rice for serving

Instructions:

1. Heat sesame oil in a large pot. Add tofu and cook until golden brown.
2. Add vegetables and ginger, stirring for about 5 minutes.
3. Pour in soy sauce and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. Serve over cooked rice.

This stir-fry is a vibrant explosion of colors and flavors—a perfect way to get your daily dose of veggies!

Recipe 3: One-Pot Beef Stroganoff

Ingredients:

• 1 lb beef strips
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cups mushrooms, sliced
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups egg noodles

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef strips in a large pot. Remove and set aside.
2. Sauté the onion and mushrooms until softened.
3. Return the beef to the pot and add broth. Bring to a boil.
4. Stir in the egg noodles and cook until tender. Remove from heat and mix in sour cream before serving.

Rich and creamy, this Beef Stroganoff is pure comfort food that comes together in one pot—easy and delicious!

Recipe 4: One-Pot Quinoa and Black Beans

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 can black beans, rinsed
• 1 cup corn
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 avocado, sliced

Instructions:

1. In a pot, combine quinoa, broth, black beans, corn, and cumin. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
3. Serve topped with sliced avocado.

Nutritious and filling, this quinoa dish is a fantastic vegetarian option that doesn’t skimp on flavor!

Recipe 5: One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cup rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Sauté garlic in a pot until fragrant. Add shrimp and cook until pink.
2. Stir in rice and broth, bringing to a boil.
3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 20 minutes. Finish with lemon juice and parsley.

This dish is bright, zesty, and packed with flavor—a delightful seafood option for any weeknight!

Recipe 6: One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

Ingredients:

• 2 cups pasta of choice
• 1 can diced tomatoes
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Fresh basil for garnish

Instructions:

1. Combine pasta, tomatoes, and broth in a pot. Bring to a boil.
2. Reduce heat, cover, and cook until pasta is tender.
3. Stir in cream and garnish with basil before serving.

This creamy tomato basil pasta is a comforting classic that will have you going back for seconds!

Recipe 7: One-Pot Mexican Chicken and Rice

Ingredients:

• 1 lb chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup rice
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies
• Spices: cumin, chili powder, and paprika to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté chicken in a pot until cooked through.
2. Add rice, broth, tomatoes, and spices. Bring to a boil.
3. Cover and simmer until rice is fluffy, about 20 minutes.

With its bold flavors, this Mexican chicken and rice is a fiesta in a pot that’s sure to delight!

Recipe 8: One-Pot Spinach and Feta Risotto

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• 2 cups spinach
• 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 1 onion, chopped

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion in a pot until translucent. Stir in rice.
2. Gradually add broth, stirring frequently until absorbed.
3. Mix in spinach and feta just before serving.

This creamy risotto is a delightful dish that’s both comforting and impressive—perfect for any occasion!

Recipe 9: One-Pot Coconut Curry

Ingredients:

• 1 can coconut milk
• 2 cups mixed vegetables (carrots, bell peppers, peas)
• 1 tbsp curry powder
• 1 cup rice
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a pot, combine coconut milk, vegetables, and curry powder. Bring to a simmer.
2. Stir in rice and cook until tender, about 20 minutes.
3. Garnish with cilantro before serving.

This coconut curry is a creamy, fragrant dish that’s a true taste of the tropics—easy to make and utterly delicious!

Recipe 10: One-Pot Sausage and Peppers

Ingredients:

• 1 lb sausage,