Simple Meals You Can Make With 5 Ingredients—Or Less!
Chances are, you've already got everything you need to put these delicious dishes on tonight's dinner table.
Buffalo Chicken Sliders
“I got the idea for these Buffalo chicken sliders from my mom and dad, who’d made a similar version for a family get-together. It’s a versatile recipe, and I sometimes use several different styles of Buffalo sauce and let guests mix and match their favourites.” —Christina Addison, Blanchester, Ohio
One-Pot Mac and Cheese
“Who likes cleaning up after making mac and cheese? Not this girl. This one-pot mac and cheese is a family favourite, and my three-year-old is thrilled to see it coming to the dinner table. We love to add sliced smoked sausage to this creamy mac recipe!” —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin
Shrimp Pasta Alfredo
“My son loves any recipe with Alfredo sauce. As a bachelor, shrimp pasta was one of the first recipes he learned to prepare. Now his children ask for it regularly.” —Gail Lucas, Olive Branch, Mississippi
Easy Marinated Grilled Flank Steak
“Friends shared this three-ingredient marinade years ago, and it’s been a favourite since. Serve the steak with salad and grilled potatoes for a quick meal.” —Beverly Dietz, Surprise, Arizona
Chicken with Rosemary Butter Sauce
“This elegant rosemary chicken requires minimal effort but will win you major compliments. You’ll love the mellow sauce!” —Connie McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware
Breaded Pork Chops
“These traditional pork chops have a wonderful home-cooked flavour like the ones Mom used to make. The breading makes them crispy outside and tender and juicy inside. Why not treat your family to some breaded pork chops tonight?” —Deborah Amrine, Grand Haven, Michigan
Tasty Onion Chicken
“The secret to this French onion chicken is the yummy, crunchy coating that keeps the meat juicy and tender. Round out your meal with green beans and buttermilk biscuits.” —Jennifer Hoeft, Thorndale, Texas
Fast Baked Fish
“We always have a good supply of fresh fish, so I make fish recipes often. This recipe is my favourite because it is moist, tender and flavourful.” —Judie Anglen, Riverton, Wyoming
Taco Pizza Squares
“Everyone will come running the minute you take this fun twist on pizza out of the oven. I top convenient refrigerated pizza dough with leftover taco meat, tomatoes and cheese, bringing a full-flavoured fiesta to the table in under half an hour.” —Sarah Vovos, Middleton, Wisconsin
Fruited Pot Roast
“This is a wonderful variation of classic pot roast. My family really enjoys it. The fruit is a nice change from the usual vegetables that normally accompany this dish.” —Linda South, Pineville, North Carolina
Crispy Dill Tilapia
“Every week I try to serve a new healthy fish. With its fresh dill and delicious panko bread crumb herb crust, this dish with mild tilapia is a winner.” —Tamara Huron, New Market, Alabama
Nutty Cheese Tortellini
“I like to plant Italian flat-leaf parsley in a long terra-cotta planter so I always have some on hand. It adds bright, fresh flavour to this pasta dish.” —Barbara Penatzer, Vestal, New York
Artichoke Chicken Pesto Pizza
“Make pizza night an upscale affair with this fun twist on the traditional pie. A prebaked crust and prepared pesto keep things quick and easy.” —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
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