9 Dinners in a dash: Quick recipes for exhausted cooks

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Need saving on weary days? Here’s a collection of quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying recipes that come to the rescue when the thought of cooking feels like a daunting task. We all have those moments when exhaustion sets in, but that doesn’t mean we have to sacrifice a delicious meal. Dive into our curated selection of dishes designed to minimize effort while maximizing flavor, offering a solution that ensures you enjoy a tasty and nourishing meal without the fuss. Whether it’s a busy weekday or a drained evening, these recipes have your back, promising culinary satisfaction without the cooking fatigue.

BBQ Pork Chops in a cast iron frying pan.
Oven BBQ Pork Chops. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Air Fryer Drumsticks

Four chicken drumsticks with parsley on a plate.
Air Fryer Chicken Drumsticks. Photo credit: Upstate Ramblings.

Craving crispy drumsticks without all the work? Air frying gets them irresistibly golden in a flash, offering a quick and hassle-free dinner solution. Get golden brown crispy drumsticks without the effort of making fried chicken.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Drumsticks

Smothered Cabbage with Sausage

A bow of smothered cabbage withs sliced sausage.
Smothered Cabbage. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Smothered cabbage with sausage is a quick and easy one-pan dinner. Craving comfort without the fuss? This quick-smothered cabbage and sausage dish is the ultimate tired-cook solution, delivering warmth and flavor in a flash.
Get the Recipe: Smothered Cabbage with Sausage

Chicken Pastina Soup

Chicken pastina soup in a white bowl.
Chicken Pastina Soup. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

The soup to make when you’re just to tired to cook. This comforting and healthy savory Chicken Pastina Soup features tiny star-shaped pasta, vegetables, lemon, and dill. It’s an easy weeknight meal that the whole family will love!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pastina Soup

Oven BBQ Pork Chops

BBQ pork chops on a white plate.
BBQ Pork Chops. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Whip up a delicious meal in minutes with these BBQ pork chops roasted to perfection, ideal for those tired nights when cooking feels like a chore.
Get the Recipe: Oven BBQ Pork Chops

Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli

air fryer chicken and broccoli in a bowl with rice and chop sticks.
Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli. Photo credit: Chicken Air Fryer Recipes.

Tired but hungry? Air fryer chicken and broccoli come to the rescue, offering a speedy, healthy option to satisfy your cravings without the cooking hassle. In just ten minutes, dinner is done, and everyone is happy!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli

Chicken Taco Soup

Chicken taco soup topped with shredded cheese, corn chips, and cilantro.
Chicken Taco Soup. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska

When you need dinner in a hurry and you don’t want to do a lot of work then make this Chicken Taco Soup! Endlessly adaptable you can add any taco toppings you want to make it your favorite easy dinner!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Taco Soup

Blackened Shrimp

Blackened shrimp on grits with a fork on the right side.
Blackened Shrimp. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

Quick and easy these blackened shrimp will make everone happy! Elevate your dinner game in a snap with blackened shrimp, a speedy yet flavorful option that adds a touch of excitement to your table when you’re too tired to cook.
Get the Recipe: Blackened Shrimp

Chicken Fajita Casserole

Chicken Fajita Casserole with avocado slices on the side.
Chicken Fajita Casserole. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.

This chicken fajita recipe is so fast and simple that you’ll find yoursellf turning to it often when that age old “what’s for dinner?” question comes up. Exhausted? No worries! This easy dinner is on hands off once prep work is done!
Get the Recipe: Chicken Fajita Casserole

Creamy Garlic Chicken

A cast iron skillet with chicken in a creamy sauce.
Creamy Garlic Chicken. Photo Credit: Little House Big Alaska.


Indulge in creamy garlic chicken, a fast-fix dinner that’s a comfort-food dream for those evenings when you’re too tired to spend hours in the kitchen. This dreamy dish comes together quickly, treating you to a decadent dinner without the cooking hassle.
Get the Recipe: Creamy Garlic Chicken

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