15 Easy Dinner Ideas – Ready In 30 Minutes!
Easy dinner recipes are what make busy weekdays worth it.
I’m always a fan of cooking something easy and delicious, no matter the time or day.
I guess you could say I’m a bit lazy, but when you think about it, getting dinner ready in 30 minutes or less has perks.
Why You’ll Love These Recipes?
- Quick and Easy – when looking for easy dinner ideas, I also want to find something with a fast cooking time. So, what’s better than recipes that would be ready in 30 minutes or less?
- Budget-Friendly – if you’re like me, then shopping on a budget is always a goal. Shopping with a list in mind helps make shopping 10 X better. Plus, you don’t end up with more unnecessary stuff than necessary.
- Meal-Planning – forget all the guessing games you’ll have to play when figuring out what to cook for dinner. Creating a meal plan with these recipes can help you make any busy weekday a breeze.
Easy Dinner Ideas You Must Try!
Most of these recipes can be ready in 30 minutes or less.
Nothing’s better than whipping out a quick meal that the entire family will love.
I’ll include recipes that are nutritious and healthy for even the pickiest of eaters to love.
1. Jamaican Curry Shrimp
![Jerk Tavern - Jamaican Curry Shrimp](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Jerk-Tavern-Jamaican-Curry-Shrimp.webp)
2. Ginger Chicken
![Ginger-Chicken- Ginger Chicken](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Ginger-Chicken-Ginger-Chicken.jpg)
3. Beef and Broccoli
![Two Plaid Aprons - Beef and Broccoli](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Two-Plaid-Aprons-Beef-and-Broccoli-683x1024.jpg)
4. Rasta Pasta with Jerk Shrimp
![Sims Home Kitchen - Shrimp Rasta Pasta](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Sims-Home-Kitchen-Shrimp-Rasta-Pasta-748x1024.jpg)
5. Creamy Broccoli Pasta
![The Cozy Cook - Creamy Broccoli Pasta](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Cozy-Cook-Creamy-Broccoli-Pasta-554x1024.jpg)
6. Chicken Chow Mein
![Natasha's Kitchen - Chicken Chow Mein](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Natashas-Kitchen-Chicken-Chow-Mein-463x1024.jpg)
7. Chicken Quesadillas
![Joy Food Sunshine - Chicken Quesadillas](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joy-Food-Sunshine-Chicken-Quesadillas.jpg)
8. Tomato Carrot Soup (Fall Favorite!)
![Tomato-Carrot-Soup- The Endless Meal](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Tomato-Carrot-Soup-The-Endless-Meal.jpg)
9. Chicken Noodle Soup (Another Fall Favorite)
![Averie Cooks - Chicken Noodle Soup](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Averie-Cooks-Chicken-Noodle-Soup.jpg)
10. Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita
![Sheet Pan Chicken Fajita - Don't Go Bacon My Heart](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Sheet-Pan-Chicken-Fajita-Dont-Go-Bacon-My-Heart.jpg)
11. Chicken and Cabbage Stir Fry
![Curry Chicken & Cabbage - TheShyFoodBlogger](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Curry-Chicken-Cabbage.jpg)
12. Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Wraps
![Vegan BBQ Jackfruit Wraps - Healthier Steps](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Vegan-BBQ-Jackfruit-Wraps-Healthier-Steps-683x1024.jpg)
13. Jamaican Curry Chickpeas
![Flatbread served with Curry Chickpeas - TheShyFoodBlogger](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Flatbread-served-with-Curry-Chickpeas-Copy.jpg)
14. Sausage Rigatoni
![Creamy-Sausage-Rigatoni- Julia's Album](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Creamy-Sausage-Rigatoni-Julias-Album-683x1024.jpg)
15. One Pan Spanish Chicken and Rice
![One Pan Spanish Chicken Rice - Creme De La Crumb](https://ipostfood.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/One-Pan-Spanish-Chicken-Rice-Creme-De-La-Crumb-512x1024.jpg)
I’m always a big fan of easy recipes, and these are some of the best ideas to try right now in your kitchen.
Enjoy these timeless recipes, and if you’re interested in Caribbean/Jamaican food, check out these recipes here.
More About Me:
P.S. Aside from blogging about my personal journey in the Cayman Islands, I’m also a girl who loves to cook. Technically I am a certified chef de partie (line chef).
I decided I wanted to hone in on the skills that I learned at culinary school and share some recipes I love to make or always wanted to make.
I’m no perfectionist but I do love food, so check out the food side of my blog here. I share all sorts of recipes and ideas you can try in your kitchen too!
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~ TheShyFoodBlogger