30 Easy Dinner Ideas When You’re Not Sure What To Make

We’ve all been there – it’s the end of the day, and you have no idea what to make for dinner. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with these 30 easy dinner ideas that are easy to throw together at the last minute. Plus, links to some of my favorite recipes!

30 Easy Dinner Ideas

One-Pan Roasted Chicken and Vegetables

Try this recipe: Greek Sheetpan Chicken by Downshiftology

Beef Stroganoff

Try this recipe: Beef Stroganoff by Gimme Some Oven

Spaghetti Carbonara

Try this recipe: Spaghetti Carbonara by Skinnytaste

Carne Asada Tacos

Try this recipe: Carne Asada Street Tacos by Carlsbad Cravings

Tomato Soup and Grilled Cheese

Try this recipe: Gourmet Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup by Aurora Salter

Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

Try this recipe: Chicken Fajitas by Cooking Classy

BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Try this recipe: Pulled Pork Sandwiches with Crunchy Slaw By Foodie Crush

Loaded Baked Potatoes

Try this recipe: Loaded BBQ Baked Potatoes

Chicken Parmesan

Try this recipe: Chicken Parmesan by The Modern Proper

White Chicken Chili

Try this recipe: Sarah’s White Chicken Chili by Pinch of Yum

Turkey Burgers

Try this recipe: Honey Jalapeño Turkey Burgers by Wandering Chickpea

Pesto Pasta

Try this recipe: Grilled Chicken and Asparagus Pesto Pasta

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Try this recipe: BBQ Chicken Pita Pizzas

Greek Salad

Try this recipe: Loaded Greek Salad with Chicken & Avocado By Kalefornia Kravings

Sausage and Peppers

Try this recipe: Sautéed Italian Sausage with Onions and Peppers by Food & Wine

Lasagna

Try this recipe: Ultimate Lasagna Bolognese by Olive & Mango

Stuffed Bell Peppers

Try this recipe: Philly Cheesesteak Stuffed Peppers by Momsdish

Teriyaki Chicken

Try this recipe: Teriyaki Chicken Meatball Bowls by the Wooden Skillet

Beef Stew

Try this recipe: Dutch Oven Beef Stew with Red Wine By Garlic & Zest

Whole Roast Chicken

Try this recipe: Perfect Simple Roast Chicken by Dinner then Dessert

Beef & Broccoli Stir Fry

Try this recipe: 30 Minute Beef & Broccoli Bowls by Salt & Lavender

BBQ Chicken Salad

Try this recipe: Grilled Corn & Chicken Salad by The Defined Dish

Gnocchi Bake

Try this recipe: Spinach & Sausage Gnocchi Bake by the Recipe Critic

Garlic Butter Steak

Try this Recipe: Garlic Butter & Steak and Potatoes by Eatwell

Chicken Lettuce Wraps

Try This Recipe: PF Change Chicken Lettuce Wraps by The Food Charlatan

Gyros

Try This Recipe: Homemade Chicken Gyros by Creme de la Crumb

Chicken Stew

Try This Recipe: White Wine Chicken Stew by Ambitious Kitchen

Steak Salad

Try This Recipe: Balsamic Glazed Steak & Gorgonzola Salad by Aberdeen’s Kitchen

Thai Curry

Try This Recipe: Coconut Lime Chicken Curry by Get Inspired Every Day

Baked Potato Soup

Try This Recipe: Easy Baked Potato Soup by The Cozy Cook

A Few of Erin’s Recipes

30 minute vegetable soup

4 ingredient chicken pot pie

Spicy Vodka Pasta