One-pan dinners are a game-changer for busy weeknights. Not only do they minimise the time spent in the kitchen, but they also make cleanup a breeze—just one-pan to wash! These meals are all about simplicity without sacrificing flavour. With recipes like nourishing One-pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes, rich and creamy Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce, and comforting Beef Casserole, you can create delicious, wholesome dinners with minimal effort. Whether you’re craving the fresh flavours of Chicken Fajita Tray Bake or the cosy warmth of Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni, there’s a one-pan dinner here to suit every taste and occasion. These recipes are perfect for those nights when you want to spend less time cooking and more time enjoying a delicious, wholesome meal with your family.

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Detail of crispy chicken skin

One-pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes

5 from 27 votes
Prep this delicious and comforting One-pan Lemon Garlic Chicken and Potatoes recipe in only 15 minutes for an easy, nourishing dinner that the whole family will enjoy!
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Red Curry Peanut Noodles

Red Curry Peanut Noodles

5 from 6 votes
Red Curry Peanut Noodles, made with either minced (ground) pork or chicken, is the ultimate flavour bomb that can be whipped up in just 15 minutes. It's ideal for using up whatever veggies are in the crisper drawer.
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Close up of Spinach & Ricotta Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce Recipe

Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce

4.96 from 25 votes
You only need simple ingredients, one pan and 15 minutes to have this easy but gorgeous Spinach and Ricotta Tortellini with Creamy Tomato Sauce on the table. Vegetarian tortellini is transformed into a fulfilling family meal with a comforting creamy, cheesy and tomatoey sauce.
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Beef Casserole

Beef Casserole

5 from 8 votes
This slow-cooked Beef Casserole might take a while to break down into the most deliciously comforting stew, but it's mostly hands-off. Just 10 minutes of prep, then let the stove do the rest of the work on this family-friendly, nourishing dish.
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One Pot Crispy Chicken and Red Rice Recipe

One-pot Paprika Chicken and Rice

4.72 from 7 votes
This One-pot Paprika Chicken and Rice is a weeknight dream! Juicy chicken thighs are marinated in simple spices, seared to perfection, then simmered with tomato paste and stock until the rice is fluffy and full of flavour. A no-fuss, one-pan meal that's both quick and easy. Serve it with a fresh cucumber salad or your favourite veggies.
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Filipino Stir-fried Noodles and Chicken

4.63 from 16 votes
You’ll be amazed by the gorgeous depth of flavour of this easy, simple, economical dish. Filipino Stir-fried Noodles and Chicken is a one-pan wonder, just as suitable for weeknight family meals or entertaining a crowd.
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Chicken Fajita Tray Bake

Chicken Fajita Tray Bake

4.86 from 14 votes
Chicken Fajita Tray Bake is a fast and easy weeknight dinner, filled with familiar Tex-Mex flavours that the whole family will love.
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Mexican Beef Casserole Recipe

Mexican Beef Casserole

5 from 4 votes
Mexican Beef Casserole is a delicious, one-pan easy option for a satisying family midweek dinner. Only simple, low-cost ingredients are needed and it's all ready in just 35 minutes.
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Marry Me Chicken Risoni (Orzo)

5 from 1 vote
Made with simple, low-cost ingredients, this deliciously moreish Marry Me Chicken with Risoni (Orzo) recipe is comforting and family-friendly. Taking only 30 minutes, it’s the ideal, stress-free meal for busy weeknights.
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One pan pesto chicken pasta

One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta

4.77 from 13 votes
One-pan Pesto Chicken Pasta is the ultimate fuss-free dinner for busy weeknights! It's super quick to prepare and all cooked in the one pan, so there is minimal fuss and minimal cleanup. 
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Meatball Bake Recipe

Meatball Bake

5 from 14 votes
This comforting and delicious Meatball Bake is the ultimate one-pan family meal made with low-cost ingredients in only 35 minutes.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni Orzo

Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni (Orzo)

5 from 34 votes
This Creamy Lemon Chicken Risoni (Orzo), comes together in just over 30 minutes, all cooked in the one pan with minimal prep and washing up! It’s comforting, delicious and makes the perfect weeknight meal.
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Coconut Dal

Coconut Dal

5 from 18 votes
This rich and comforting Coconut Dal is a simple, budget-friendly meal that’s packed with flavour, thanks to simple spices like turmeric and garam masala. Made with creamy coconut milk and lentils, it’s an ideal dish for busy weeknights.
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Chicken and Thai basil stir-fry with noodles

Chicken and Thai basil stir-fry with noodles

5 from 5 votes
Minced (ground) chicken, broccolini (tenderstem broccoli), Thai basil and a few pantry staples come together in this Chicken and Thai Basil Noodle Stir-fry to create a delicious, quick and easy weeknight dinner.
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Juicy Thai Beef Lettuce Cups on a white plate

Juicy Thai Beef Lettuce Cups

5 from 4 votes
Juicy Thai Beef Lettuce Cups are delicious, easy and infinitely variable. They are a great catch-all, nutritious, family-friendly meal filled with healthy veggies and are made in one pan in just 20 minutes.
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Cheesy Chicken and Broccolini Rice in bowl

Cheesy Chicken and Broccolini Rice

4.95 from 19 votes
Cheesy Chicken and Broccolini Rice is a comforting, hearty meal made with simple, low-cost ingredients. It’s stress-free, easy to prep and, because it’s made in just one pan, it means there’s virtually no washing up.
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One Pan Gnocchi Bolognese

One-pan Gnocchi Bolognese

4.70 from 13 votes
In this hearty One-pan Gnocchi Bolognese you cook the pasta in the sauce all in one pan, which means minimal clean-up!
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Creamy Tomato Sausage Pasta

Creamy Tomato Sausage Pasta

5 from 6 votes
Creamy Tomato Sausage Pasta is a cosy, comforting and – most importantly – fuss-free meal to whip up at the end of a busy work and school day. Here sausages are squeezed out of their casings to form easy "meatballs", then served with pasta in a creamy tomato sauce.
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Easy One-pan Roast Chicken & Vegetables

Easy One-pan Roast Chicken and Vegetables

5 from 17 votes
Easy One-pan Roast Chicken and Vegetables is the ultimate cosy, nourishing family meal, made with simple ingredients. Prep is quick and easy, then the oven does the hard work in cooking the beautifully seasoned chicken until tender and juicy. 
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Cheeseburger Pasta served for dinner

Cheeseburger Pasta 

4.87 from 23 votes
Quick and easy Cheeseburger Pasta is the ultimate stress-free, comforting weeknight dinner! All made in one pan with minimal prep, you’ll have a delicious dinner on the table within 30 minutes that everyone in your family will love!
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