Friday, August 8, 2025

One-Pan Back-to-School Dinners! 12 Easy Meals Under $12 🍽️⏰

 

🍲 1. One-Pan Chicken & Veggie Bake



  • Ingredients: Chicken thighs, red potatoes, carrots, olive oil, garlic powder, Italian seasoning

  • Instructions: Toss everything with oil and seasonings on a sheet pan. Roast at 400°F for 40 minutes.

  • Gourmet Tip: Add fresh rosemary or a squeeze of lemon at the end.


🧀 2. Cheesy Beef & Rice Skillet



  • Ingredients: Ground beef, white rice, bell pepper, onion, canned diced tomatoes, shredded cheddar

  • Instructions: Brown beef, add veggies and rice with water and tomatoes, simmer covered until tender.

  • Gourmet Tip: Top with green onions and a drizzle of sour cream.


🍝 3. One-Pot Creamy Tuscan Pasta



  • Ingredients: Penne pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, garlic, cream cheese, chicken broth

  • Instructions: Sauté garlic, add broth and pasta, simmer, then stir in cheese and spinach.

  • Gourmet Tip: Add grilled chicken or Italian sausage slices.


🌮 4. Skillet Taco Rice Bowl



  • Ingredients: Ground turkey, taco seasoning, canned corn, black beans, rice, salsa

  • Instructions: Brown turkey, add other ingredients, simmer until heated and rice is fluffy.

  • Gourmet Tip: Top with avocado slices and crushed tortilla chips.


🍗 5. Baked BBQ Chicken Sheet Pan



  • Ingredients: Chicken drumsticks, BBQ sauce, baby potatoes, green beans

  • Instructions: Toss all on a sheet pan, bake at 425°F for 30–40 mins.

  • Gourmet Tip: Brush extra BBQ sauce halfway through for stickier flavor.


🥘 6. One-Pan Sausage & Cabbage Stir Fry



  • Ingredients: Smoked sausage, shredded cabbage, carrots, soy sauce, garlic

  • Instructions: Brown sausage, stir in veggies, cook until tender.

  • Gourmet Tip: Add sesame seeds or chili oil for a twist.

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