14 One-Pot Dinner Recipes to Make Weeknights Much, Much Easier

Don't worry about the dishes.

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Published January 02, 2025
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We all have those days when we want a ridiculously delicious meal, but we don't want to put much effort into it—especially when it comes to the clean up afterwards. There are plenty of dishes that come together in one pot or pan (either on the stove or in the oven), from soup, to rice bowls and pasta, to stir-fry.

Below are some of our favorite one-pot dinner recipes that come together easily and efficiently, so you can enjoy a delicious meal without worry about all the dishes you'll have to do later.

June 2023

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