If you’ve ever wished dinner would just… make itself, these one-pot meals are basically the next best thing. We’re talking throw-it-all-in-a-pot, stir a couple times, and walk away. No juggling five pans, no pile of dishes in the sink, and definitely no “ugh, what’s for dinner?” panic at 6 PM. From cheesy pastas to hearty rice dishes and cozy soups, these one-pot wonders are low-maintenance but big on flavor. Perfect for weeknights when you want to feel like you cooked without actually… You know, cooking.
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Rice & Orzo Main Course Options 🍚
Hearty, cozy, and perfect for soaking up all the flavor, rice and orzo are total comfort food vibes. These recipes take simple grains and turn them into full-on meals, loaded with veggies, proteins, and all the saucy goodness. From creamy one-pot orzo to flavor-packed rice bowls, these dishes are easy, filling, and anything but boring.
One-Pot Greek Chicken and Rice
One Pot Creamy Tuscan Orzo
One Pot Chicken and Orzo
One Pot Pasta Recipes That Make You Want to Party 🍝
One pot, zero stress, and allll the flavor. These pasta recipes are creamy, saucy, and loaded with goodness, without the pile of dirty dishes. From cozy classics to fun twists, every recipe is a reason to grab a fork and dig in. Weeknight dinner just turned into a party!
One Pot Taco Pasta
One Pot Spaghetti with Ground Beef
One Pot Spaghetti Carbonara
One Pot Spicy Rigatoni
Extra Cheesy Classic Main Courses 🧀
When in doubt, add more cheese. These classic main courses are ooey, gooey, and guaranteed to hit the spot. These recipes bring all the comfort food vibes and are easy, cozy, and extra delicious.
One Pot Chili Mac and Cheese
One Pot Broccoli Mac and Cheese
One Pot Cheeseburger Pasta
One Pot Lasagna
One Pot Pizza Pasta
FAQs
Basically, if you can cook the whole dish from start to finish in a single pot, pan, or skillet, it’s a one-pot meal. That means no boiling pasta in one pot and making sauce in another. Everything happens together, so cleanup is a total breeze.
Totally! Many one-pot recipes (like Greek Chicken and Rice or One-Pot Chili Mac and Cheese) reheat really well. Just store in airtight containers in the fridge and reheat on the stove or in the microwave. See the individual recipes for specific storage instructions.
Nope! A large Dutch oven or Our Place pot, deep skillet, or even a big saucepan will work for most one-pot meals. If it’s oven-safe, even better. Some recipes start on the stove and finish in the oven.
