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13 Dinner Recipes So Easy You’ll Feel Like You’re Cheating

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Need a break from complicated dinners? These 13 recipes are so easy, you’ll feel like you’re cheating the system. From quick stir-fries and spicy soups to Instant Pot magic and crispy air fryer wraps, you’ll have dinner on the table in no time. Say goodbye to stress and hello to effortless meals.

Chicken Hot and Sour Soup

Two bowls of hot and sour soup.

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Chicken Hot and Sour Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This chicken hot and sour soup is a breeze to make but tastes like you spent hours on it. Packed with flavor and loaded with veggies and chicken, it’s a one-pot dinner you’ll feel good about.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Hot and Sour Soup

Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma

Low angle shot of chicken shawarma on a white platter with harissa paste and tomatoes and cucumbers in the background.
Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

With the Instant Pot, you can whip up tender and spiced chicken shawarma in no time. Serve it with pita, veggies, and your favorite sauce for an easy dinner that feels like a cheat meal.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Chicken Shawarma

Dan Dan Noodles

A close-up of twirled dan dan noodles on a fork with herbs and bits of meat.
Dan Dan Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Savory and spicy Dan Dan noodles are a restaurant-quality meal you can make in minutes. With a simple sauce and ground pork, this quick dish will satisfy your takeout cravings without much effort.
Get the Recipe: Dan Dan Noodles

Air Fryer Enchiladas

A hand holding a n empanada that is broken open so you can see the inside filling.
Air Fryer Enchiladas. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

These air fryer enchiladas are stuffed with chicken and cheese and ready in a snap. They’re perfect for a fast dinner that still feels indulgent and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Enchiladas

Avocado Toast with Grated Egg

Avocado toast on a wooden cutting board.
Avocado Toast with Grated Egg. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

Avocado toast gets an upgrade with a grated egg on top. It’s a simple and delicious dinner that takes no time at all but feels like you’re cheating the rules of weeknight cooking.
Get the Recipe: Avocado Toast with Grated Egg

Camarones a la Diabla

Shrimp in red chile sauce on a white plate with lime wedges and a fork in the background.
Camarones a la Diabla. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Camarones a la Diabla is a spicy shrimp dish that brings the heat. Quick to make, it pairs perfectly with rice or tortillas for an easy yet impressive dinner.
Get the Recipe: Camarones a la Diabla

Ramen Fried Chicken

Hand reaching into a bowl of ramen fried chicken pieces.
Ramen Fried Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

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Crispy and crunchy, this ramen fried chicken is perfect for a quick, satisfying dinner. It’s got all the flavor you love in fried chicken with a ramen noodle twist.
Get the Recipe: Ramen Fried Chicken

Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Closeup of a chicken shawarma wrap.
Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Wrap up marinated chicken in warm pita for easy air fryer chicken shawarma wraps. With a drizzle of sauce and fresh veggies, they’re a fuss-free meal that’s incredibly tasty.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Chicken Shawarma Wraps

Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Fish tacos with shredded cabbage and cilantro lime crema.
Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Fish tacos with cilantro lime crema are quick to throw together and packed with flavor. Juicy fish, crunchy slaw, and a zesty crema make them a weeknight winner.
Get the Recipe: Fish Tacos with Cilantro Lime Crema

Singapore Noodles

Rice noodles with meat and veggies on a white plate.
Singapore Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Stir-fried noodles with curry powder, shrimp, and veggies come together fast in this Singapore noodles recipe. It’s a simple dinner that feels like takeout without the wait.
Get the Recipe: Singapore Noodles

Szechuan Shrimp

Low angle shot of szechuan shrimp in a wok.
Szechuan Shrimp. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Szechuan shrimp is a fiery stir-fry that’s surprisingly easy to make. Serve it over rice for a fast dinner that delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Get the Recipe: Szechuan Shrimp

Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles

Stir-fried noodles with shrimp and beef in a pan with chopsticks.
Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

Stir-fried Hokkien noodles are loaded with veggies, shrimp, and a savory sauce. This quick stir-fry is perfect for nights when you want an easy yet tasty dinner.
Get the Recipe: Stir Fried Hokkien Noodles

Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

Overhead shot of a bowl of noodles with vegetables and thai peanut sauce.
Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

With a rich, nutty sauce, these Thai peanut sauce noodles are a quick way to satisfy your cravings. Toss in your favorite veggies for a simple, flavor-packed meal.
Get the Recipe: Thai Peanut Sauce Noodles

By on May 10th, 2024
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About Robin Donovan

Robin Donovan is the creative force behind Eggs All Ways. She's a writer, recipe developer, photographer, and cookbook author with more than 40 books to her name, including the bestselling Ramen for Beginners, Ramen Obsession, and Campfire Cuisine. Her work has been featured in major publications, both print and digital, including MSN, Cooking Light, Fitness, Buzzfeed, and Eating Well.

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