7 One-Skillet Dinners for Every Night of the Week

Consider dinner handled.

Overhead view of unstuffed pepper skillet.
Photo: Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Key Takeaways

  • One-skillet dinners are easy to prepare on weeknights and don't require much cleanup.
  • From crowd-pleasing pastas to chicken dinners, this recipe collection features seven one-pan meals for every night of the week.

Busy evenings call for shortcut meals—but you don't have to resort to takeout! These one-skillet dinner recipes come together quickly and easily without the fuss. Plus, they make cleanup a breeze. What's not to love?

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Monday: Stuffed Pepper Skillet

Overhead view of unstuffed pepper skillet.
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This unstuffed pepper skillet is much easier to make than actual stuffed peppers but packs just as much flavor. A super satisfying and delicious dish." —Julia Levy

02 of 08

Tuesday: One Pan Spicy Soy Noodles with Chicken

spicy soy noodles with chicken pieces, sesame seeds and scallions in skillet

Dotdash Meredith Video Studios

"A quick and easy one pan recipe with linguine and chicken pieces in a spicy soy-based sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights with minimal clean up." —Nicole McLaughlin

03 of 08

Wednesday: One-Skillet Mexican Quinoa

One Skillet Mexican Quinoa

"This Mexican quinoa dish is one of those one-skillet recipes that's perfect for feeding a large family. And the kids love it! Serve it for Cinco de Mayo or any night of the week." —The Gruntled Gourmand

04 of 08

Thursday: Honey Garlic Chicken Thighs

chicken thighs with honey garlic glaze in cast iron skillet
Robin Christian

"This recipe for garlic chicken thighs is one of my family's favorites. It's sweetened with honey, flavored with loads of garlic, and topped off with cilantro." —Eric VanLandingham

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Friday: Italian Sausage, Peppers, and Onions

overhead view looking into a skillet of Italian sausage, peppers and onions
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

"This simple and delicious one-pan sausage and peppers recipe has been used in our family for years and years now." —GIGI9801

06 of 08

Saturday: Easy One-Pot Ground Turkey Pasta

Easy One-Pot Ground Turkey Pasta

"This ground turkey pasta dish is a quick and easy one-pot main meal. Substitute your favorite ground meat, broth, spices, and pasta shape. For those who want an easy meal or those beginning to cook, this is for you." —FrackFamily5 CA—>CT

07 of 08

Sunday: Skillet Chicken Thighs with Carrots and Potatoes

Ground Beef Burrito in a pot
fabeveryday

"This easy one-skillet ground beef meal can be made in under 30 minutes!" —Aaron Bizzell

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