Life can be busy, leaving little time for hour-long meal preparation. Plus, if you’re anything like me, the last place you want to spend your spare time is in the kitchen trying to throw together a last-minute meal. This exact scenario has happened to me on more than one occasion – leading me to my recent research on quick and easy meals. After testing out a couple of recipes, I have picked my top 5 quick and easy recipes that take 20 minutes or less to prepare. Check out what I love below!
Total Cook Time – 15 minutes
I am obsessed with these chicken cobb salad wraps! They are super easy to make and include some of my favorite ingredients. With only 15 minutes to spare – you can easily make these to-go or enjoy them over lunch or dinner. You can grab Deborah’s recipe on Taste & Tell.
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Total Cook Time – 20 minutes
Who doesn’t love pizza, right? This one pan recipe is a dish the entire family can enjoy! Not only is it delicious and easy to make, it only requires one pan making cleanup a breeze. You can grab Sara’s family favorite on Mom Endeavors.
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Lemon, Garlic, and Herb Baked Cod
Total Cook Time – 20 minutes
We eat a lot of seafood in my household – so I obviously ADORE this recipe! A freshly baked cod meal is such a great dinner option. I love that it is not only quick and easy but a healthy meal choice. You can grab Ashley’s recipe on Baker by Nature.
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Total Cook Time – 15 minutes
This quick and healthy recipe is a go-to dinner for my family. The easy prep and minimal cleanup makes it a great choice for nights that involve sports practices and other after school activities. You can grab Layla’s flavorful recipe on Gimme Delicious.
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Instant Pot Mac and Cheese
Total Cook Time – 20 minutes
For all of my Instant Pot users – you’re going to love this mac and cheese recipe! This creamy, three-cheese macaroni is sure to be a family favorite. You can grab Trevor and Jennifer’s recipe on Show Me The Yummy.
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