30 Minute Dinner Recipes

Life can be demanding. Between jobs, school, kids, family, social obligations and hobbies, you don’t always have time to put a meal on the table. Instead of heading for the nearest drive through, check out this compilation of over fifty 30 minute dinner ideas.

Each of these recipes can be prepared from start to finish in less than half an hour. Don’t think just because these 30 minute meals are quick that they aren’t big on flavor. I feed each of these 30 minute dinner recipes to my own family and they are definitely kid approved.

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a glazed salmon filet on a bed of rice and fresh green beans in a black bowl

Molasses Glazed Cast Iron Salmon + VIDEO

Last updated on April 2nd, 2023 Molasses glazed cast iron salmon, glazed with molasses, bacon and balsamic vinegar, is a delicious meal you can whip up in under 30 minutes. This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. […]

fried boudin balls in a black serving bowl with one broken open to show the inside

Boudin Balls

Last updated on September 3rd, 2023 Boudin balls are a delicious Southern treat! Boudin sausage is rolled into meatballs, coated in Panko breadcrumbs and fried until golden brown. Serve with Comeback or Remoulade sauce for dipping. While preparing this post, I found this quote on the Southern Foodways Alliance website that […]

Steak Oscar filet on a China plate topped with crabmeat and garnished with parsley, fork the the side and glasses of red wine in the background

Steak Oscar

Last updated on May 22nd, 2023 Steak Oscar is the perfect choice for a romantic dinner at home. Juicy steaks are topped with a creamy crab sauce sautéed with chopped red bell peppers and seasoned with paprika and cayenne pepper. This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more […]

a white cup of chicken noodle soup with a plate of saltines to the side

Hearty Chicken Noodle Soup from Scratch

Last updated on May 15th, 2023 Classic, homemade hearty chicken noodle soup from scratch is made with shredded chicken thighs, homemade broth, celery, and carrots. This post may contain affiliate links. Click here to learn more about how affiliate links are used on this site. When it comes to food, […]

bowl of oyster stew garnished with green onions and cayenne pepper served in black bowls with a spoon resting on the side

Oyster Stew

Last updated on September 20th, 2022 Oyster stew, laced with heavy cream, herbs and briny bivalves, is a delicious Christmas Eve tradition served in the Southern United States. But don’t reserve this just for the holidays. It’s delicious any day of the year! Gulf oysters have long been a mainstay […]