10 Easy Main Dishes for Effortlessly Impressive Weeknight Dinners

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Easy main dish recipes with impressive results. 10 dishes that prove you don’t need complicated techniques to make great dinners.

Choosing a main dish that’s nourishing, easy, and kid-approved can be challenging. These 10 recipes are simple, tasty dishes that the whole family will love. They’re packed with protein and pair well with any side dish of your choice.

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1
flaky baked cod on a baking sheet with lemons
Baked Cod
Ready in just 10 minutes, these baked cod fillets are perfect for busy weeknights! They turn out flaky and tender every single time.
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2
sauerkraut and bratwurst sandwiches
Bratwurst
This bratwurst recipe doesn't require a grill! They're baked in the oven, turning this summer favorite into a year-round dinner. Our method ensures the perfect char!
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3
overhead view of a plate of chicken and stuffing with mashed potatoes and green beans
Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing
Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing only has 7 ingredients and 10 minutes of assembly time, then it's ready to cook in your slow cooker. Serve with our creamy mashed potatoes!
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4
a shredded chicken sandwich in a basket with chips
Ohio Shredded Chicken Sandwiches
Similar in taste to Crockpot Chicken and Stuffing with a twist! Serve it on buns, over mashed potatoes or with rice.
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5
pork loin chops in the oven
Pork Loin Chops
Easy, oven-baked pork loin chops make the perfect main dish! They're juicy and flavorful, and you'd never guess how easy they are to make.
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6
Impossible Cheeseburger Pie in a pie plate
Impossible Cheeseburger Pie
This cheesy, comforting dish is a great way to use ground beef! With no pie crust, this recipe comes together quickly and makes a great weeknight dinner.
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7
spaghetti swirled on a fork
Homemade Spaghetti Sauce
There's no added sugar in our Homemade Spaghetti Sauce recipe, but there is a ton of flavor! It's meaty, hearty, and always a family favorite. Serve over any pasta you'd like!
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8
Creamy chicken and rice with veggies in a skillet with a spoon
Creamy Chicken and Rice
Chicken, veggies, and rice in a one-pot dish! It has simple ingredients and takes 25 minutes from start to finish.
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9
BBQ Chicken shish kebabs
BBQ Chicken Skewers
BBQ Chicken Skewers with chicken, peppers, and onions seasoned with a dry rub. Great for when the weather permits grilling!
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10
overhead view of a plate of rotel pasta
Rotel Pasta
Beefy, cheesy, spicy pasta that the whole family will love. It's ready in 30 minutes and only requires 2 dishes!
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