“Lazy dinners have shortcuts and they require minimal effort, but they’re gonna deliver maximum flavor,” according to Senior Culinary Producer Nicole McLaughlin. Nicole rounded up her five favorite lazy dinners that come together in just one pot or pan, from comfort food casseroles to warming soups. No matter what you’re looking for, you’ll find something you love in this quick and easy collection.
Chicken Caesar Casserole
Peyton Beckwith
This five-ingredient chicken bake, featuring store-bought dressing and crushed croutons, is as easy as it gets.
Skillet Lasagna
Peyton Beckwith
“We know that lasagna requires multiple pots and pans, lots of steps and lots of time,” according to Nicole. “I’m showing you the cheap code to lazy lasagna and it’s gonna be delicious.”
Lazy Wonton Soup
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“While this might be called lazy wonton soup, it is the most exciting flavor you’ll have all week,” Nicole raves about this quick and easy comfort food dinner.
Big Mac Casserole
Allrecipes/Julia Hartbeck
This fun weeknight casserole has all the flavors of your favorite fast food burger—and it comes together in your trusty 9×13-inch dish!
Super Easy Chicken and Dumplings
Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
“There is just something about it that tastes like you’re home, your grandmother, or a warm hug,” Nicole says of this incredibly easy four-ingredient dinner.
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