Easy Fall One-Dish Dinners for Busy Weeknights

When days get busy and evenings cool, having a quick and hearty dinner ready can feel like a lifesaver. Here you’ll find simple, one-dish recipes perfect for fall that require minimal prep and cleanup- just what you need for a weeknight meal. From warm, savory shredded chicken and barley stew to a flavorful sheet-pan sausage and peppers, these recipes are curated to help you spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying homemade dinner.

One-Pot Mexican Quinoa

One-Pot Mexican Quinoa makes for an easy weeknight dinner. Here’s what makes this dish so effortless. This recipe is a one-pot meal, ready in under 40 minutes, and has minimal steps. Add quinoa, broth, tomatoes, corn, and spices to a large pot, boil, and top with cilantro and chopped avocado!

Shredded Chicken and Barley One-Pot Stew

Shredded Chicken and Barley One-Pot Stew is a dish filled with wholesome vegetables and whole grains. This hearty healthy stew comes together quickly to warm your fall evenings.

Sheet-Pan Sausage & Peppers

Sheet-Pan Sausage & Peppers is an easy meal that is bound to become a regular in your dinner rotation. It’s super simple, comes together quickly, and requires just one sheet pan.

One-Pot Chicken Alfredo

One-Pot Chicken Alfredo is an easy dish that requires only one pan, making it great for a quick dinner with easy clean-up. Try this recipe with any veggies you like! You can also use whole wheat pasta to increase fiber, making this a whole-grain meal.

Creamy Chicken & Mushrooms

Whether you scored wild mushrooms at the farmers’ market, found cultivated maitake or shiitake at the supermarket, or just have some baby Bellas on hand, this healthy creamy chicken recipe is delicious with any of them. Serve over whole-wheat egg noodles or mashed potatoes.