15 Quick Lazy Dinner Recipes for Anyone

One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta

This vibrant and zesty dish comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for a quick dinner.

Ingredients:

• 8 oz spaghetti
• 1 lb shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 lemon, juiced and zested
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cooking method:

1. In a large pot, cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
2. In the same pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
3. Add the shrimp and cook until pink and opaque, about 3 minutes.
4. Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and cooked pasta. Toss to combine.
5. Season with salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
6. Garnish with parsley before serving.

Chickpea Salad Wraps

For a nutritious yet satisfying meal, these chickpea salad wraps are an ideal choice.

Ingredients:

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/4 cup celery, chopped
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Whole wheat wraps
• Lettuce leaves

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork.
2. Mix in Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and celery.
3. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Spread the chickpea mixture onto wraps, top with lettuce, and roll up to serve.

Caprese Stuffed Avocados

These stuffed avocados are a refreshing and creamy dinner option that are ready in no time.

Ingredients:

• 2 ripe avocados, halved and pitted
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered
• 1/2 cup mozzarella balls, halved
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
• 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Scoop out some avocado flesh to create a slightly bigger cavity.
2. In a bowl, mix tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil.
3. Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with balsamic glaze.
4. Fill avocado halves with tomato mixture and serve immediately.

Spicy Tuna Sushi Bowls

Transform a classic sushi roll into a bowl for a lazy but flavorsome dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup sushi rice
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 can tuna, drained
• 2 tbsp Sriracha sauce
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• Seaweed sheets, cut into strips

Cooking method:

1. Cook sushi rice according to package instructions, then stir in rice vinegar.
2. In a bowl, mix tuna with Sriracha sauce.
3. Divide rice into bowls, top with tuna, avocado, cucumber, and soy sauce.
4. Garnish with seaweed strips before serving.

Quick Veggie Stir Fry

This stir fry is a great way to use up leftover vegetables while creating a vibrant, nutritious meal.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups mixed vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, broccoli, carrots)
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds

Cooking method:

1. Heat sesame oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
3. Add mixed vegetables and stir fry for 5-7 minutes until tender-crisp.
4. Drizzle with soy sauce and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

Easy Black Bean Tacos

For a plant-based twist on taco night, these black bean tacos are a delicious choice.

Ingredients:

• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• Corn tortillas
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

Cooking method:

1. Heat black beans in a pan and season with cumin and chili powder.
2. Warm corn tortillas in a separate pan.
3. Fill tortillas with beans, top with salsa and feta cheese, and serve.

Zesty Chicken Quesadillas

These quesadillas are a cheesy, tangy delight and incredibly simple to make.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1/2 cup salsa
• 8 flour tortillas
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Cooking method:

1. Mix chicken, cheese, and salsa in a bowl.
2. Place mixture on one half of a tortilla and fold over.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan and cook quesadillas for 3 minutes on each side until golden and cheese melts.
4. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Garlic Butter Gnocchi

This gnocchi is tossed in a luxurious garlic butter sauce for a decadent yet lazy dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb gnocchi
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Cooking method:

1. Cook gnocchi according to package instructions and drain.
2. In a skillet, melt butter and add garlic, sautéing for 1 minute.
3. Add gnocchi to the skillet and toss to coat.
4. Sprinkle with Parmesan and parsley before serving.

Tomato Basil Risotto

This creamy risotto boasts rich flavors with minimal effort, perfect for impressing guests or a cozy evening.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Arborio rice
• 3 cups chicken or vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped

Cooking method:

1. In a pot, bring broth to a simmer.
2. In a pan, cook Arborio rice, gradually adding broth and stirring until absorbed.
3. Once creamy, stir in tomatoes, Parmesan, and basil.
4. Serve warm, garnished with additional basil if desired.

Creamy Mushroom Soup

A comforting, rich mushroom soup is an ideal choice for a quick yet satisfying dinner.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb mushrooms, sliced
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 cups vegetable broth
• 1/2 cup heavy cream
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. In a pot, sauté onion and garlic until fragrant.
2. Add mushrooms and cook until fully softened.
3. Pour in broth and bring to a simmer.
4. Blend soup until smooth, stir in cream, and season with salt and pepper before serving.