The 16 One-Pot Dinners That Have Been Saved Thousands of Times By Lily Menk Lily Menk Lily Menk is EatingWell’s editorial fellow. As a native Vermonter, Lily combines her hands-on experience with local and sustainable food systems with her background in journalism. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Published on October 17, 2025 SAVE ALL RECIPES NEW! Save as a collection on MyRecipes Close Credit: See More Blaine Moats With just one pot, pan or skillet, you can have a delicious dinner on the table without a sink full of dishes. These healthy meals have been saved thousands of times by users on MyRecipes, and now you can save them all to your own curated collection with just one click. From our 5-star High-Protein Lemon Chicken Orzo to our easy 20-Minute Black Bean Soup, save these recipes to try next time you’re in the mood for a delicious dinner that feels effortless. Love these recipes? Join MyRecipes to save them all with one click. It’s so easy—and free! 01 of 16 High-Protein Lemon Chicken Orzo Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong This lemon chicken orzo is a true weeknight classic—comforting and bursting with fresh flavor. Tender bites of chicken, orzo pasta and a bright, creamy broth come together in a one-pot meal. This dish is perfect for busy evenings when you want something cozy. View Recipe Save 02 of 16 Chicken Fajita Casserole Photographer: Greg DuPree Food Stylist: Salley Mckay Prop Stylist: Prissy Montiel This chicken fajita casserole combines classic fajita veggies and chicken thighs with corn tortillas and spices in one skillet for an easy dinner. View Recipe Save 03 of 16 Chicken Cutlets with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce (Marry Me Chicken) Blaine Moats Though a chicken cutlet may be a chicken breast cut in half, this recipe shows how to make chicken cutlets with double the deliciousness. A jar of sun-dried tomatoes does double duty for this healthy dinner idea. The flavorful oil they're packed in is used to sauté the chicken, and the tomatoes go into the cream sauce. View Recipe Save 04 of 16 American Goulash Photographer: Brie Goldman Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco American goulash, also known as old-fashioned goulash, is the perfect economical family meal. The pasta cooks right in the sauce, so this satisfying dish can be made in just one pot. View Recipe Save 05 of 16 20-Minute Black Bean Soup Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless. This easy black bean soup takes only 20 minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for busy weeknights when you want something satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. Canned black beans help speed things up, and taco seasoning and fire-roasted tomatoes help build rich, savory flavor in just minutes. Cream cheese melted in at the end gives this soup a silky texture. Pair it with warm tortillas or crusty bread for a simple, comforting meal. View Recipe Save 06 of 16 Marry Me White Bean & Spinach Skillet Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey This Marry Me White Bean & Spinach Skillet is a different take on Marry Me Chicken—a dish traditionally made with chicken coated in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce. By swapping in fiber-packed white beans and spinach as the main ingredients, we’ve given it a vegetarian spin. You’ll want to sop up every last bit of sauce, so serve this with a nice hunk of crusty whole-grain bread. View Recipe Save 07 of 16 Creamy Pesto Beans Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong These creamy pesto beans come together in just 30 minutes. The sauce clings to tender white beans, and whatever is left is perfect for sopping up with a warm, crusty baguette. For a heartier meal, serve the beans over whole-grain pasta, letting the sauce coat every bite. View Recipe Save 08 of 16 High-Fiber Butternut Squash & Black Bean Enchilada Skillet Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Josh Hoggle. This Butternut Squash & Black Bean Enchilada Skillet is a delicious, one-pan meal that’s packed with flavor. Tender cubes of butternut squash and hearty black beans are simmered in green enchilada sauce, with tortilla strips stirred in. As it cooks, the tortillas soak up the sauce. A layer of melted cheese ties everything together. It’s a satisfying, vegetarian-friendly dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. View Recipe Save 09 of 16 High-Protein Ground Beef & Sweet Potato Skillet Photographer: Jake Sternquist, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco This ground beef and sweet potato skillet is a fast, hearty meal made with just five simple ingredients (not counting oil, salt and pepper) for a flavorful one-pan dinner. The sweet potatoes cook until tender, soaking up the savory flavors from the beef and veggies. With no complicated prep or cleanup, it’s a satisfying and stress-free option for any night of the week. View Recipe Save 10 of 16 20-Minute Chickpea Soup Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Craig Huff, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong. When dinner needs to happen fast, turn to this creamy chickpea soup that’s pulled together in just 20 minutes. Cream cheese melts right into this zesty soup for a velvety texture that feels cozy and comforting. Garnished with cilantro and crunchy tortilla strips, it’s a one-pot meal that’s weeknight-friendly and crowd-pleasing. View Recipe Save 11 of 16 One-Skillet Garlicky Salmon & Broccoli Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey This one-skillet salmon and broccoli recipe is the perfect 20-minute dinner for busy weeknights. This dish combines tender, flaky salmon with crisp, garlicky broccoli and bell pepper, all cooked in one pan for easy prep and cleanup. Packed with lean protein, omega-3s and a generous serving of veggies, this is one recipe you’ll want on repeat! View Recipe Save 12 of 16 Weight-Loss Cabbage Soup Photographer: Grant Webster, Food Stylist: Holly Dreesman, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek, Loaded with cabbage, carrots, bell pepper and tomato, this healthy cabbage soup recipe packs in lots of flavor and is ultra-satisfying. This easy recipe makes a big batch for lunch or dinner all week. View Recipe Save 13 of 16 One-Pan Chicken Florentine Photographer: Kelsey Hansen, Prop Stylist Natalie Ghazali, Food Stylist: Shannon Goforth. Classic chicken Florentine—creamy spinach served alongside sautéed chicken—is a fast and easy meal. This recipe uses cornstarch to thicken the cream instead of cheese. This chicken recipe is simple enough for weekdays but also elegant enough for a dinner party. View Recipe Save 14 of 16 Cheesy One-Pot Chicken-Broccoli Orzo Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell This cheesy chicken-broccoli orzo is the ultimate weeknight game-changer. This dish brings crowd-pleasing flavors together in one pan for easy cleanup. It’s perfect for busy nights when you want something satisfying, comforting and delicious. Sharp Cheddar cheese adds savory flavor, but another easy-melting cheese like Gruyère or Swiss would work well too. View Recipe Save 15 of 16 Broccoli-Cheddar Butter Beans Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Hannah Greenwood. These broccoli-Cheddar butter beans are a cozy dish that will remind you of broccoli-Cheddar soup, but in a convenient skillet. Tender butter beans add creaminess and plant-based protein, making the dish filling enough for a main course. Broccoli florets bring color, while sharp Cheddar cheese melts in for that classic flavor. Everything comes together in one pan, creating a thick texture that’s perfect for scooping up with crusty bread. View Recipe Save 16 of 16 20-Minute Creamy Skillet Chicken with Corn, Tomato & Basil Jacob Fox This saucy 20-minute chicken recipe features fresh summer corn, tomatoes and basil. Serve this light and tangy quick dinner over pasta or brown rice. View Recipe Save Explore more: Healthy Recipes Cooking Methods One-Pot Meals Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit