30 Minute Meals

These Paleo Banana Nut Muffins are simple to make and have no added sugar. They are one of my favorite quick grab and go breakfast recipes for those mornings when you have to get out the door in a hurry. Baking can be a challenge on a Paleo diet, but these Paleo baking tips will …

Missing your favorite restaurant food right now?  If you love the tasty of tangy and tart dishes with a smooth and velvety sauce, this recipe for chicken piccata with artichoke hearts is for you. The dish is one of my favorite 30 minute meals, but tastes as though you spent hours on it. It is …

Are you looking for new fall recipes to try? This one pot sausage rotini bake is full-bodied, hearty, and best of all, everything comes together in one pot.  Fall is a great time to prepare one pot meals. It’s a busy time of year, and nothing is easier to put together than meals made in …

Looking for a warm and comforting meal to make one night this week? Try this creamy garlic mushroom chicken recipe. The recipe ticks all the boxes for easy comfort food and tastes delicious, too.  There are so many wholesome ingredients that go in this creamy garlic mushroom chicken dish. It calls for penne pasta, boneless …

This apple pecan stuffed pork chops recipe is homey comfort food at its best! The recipe is one of my 30 minute meals (actually 5 minutes over but those 5 minutes are worth it!) For this autumn recipe, I’ve stuffed boneless pork chops with an apple and pecan stuffing. I know how well these natural …

These banana pumpkin pie spice waffles have a rich flavor with a hint of pumpkin pie spice. Making them for breakfast is the perfect way to enjoy a cool fall morning. This recipe is also a 30-minute meal, which makes choosing it to make for breakfast or brunch even better. Keep reading to learn how …

This teriyaki chicken with vegetables is an Asian inspired dish that I love to make at home. It’s one of my favorite 30 minute meals! This tasty dish is one of my favorite one pot meals. Other than the rice, everything comes together in one pan to give great layers of flavor to the recipe. …

Looking for a delicious and easy appetizer to make for a party? Your guests will love these saucy Asian meatballs! They make a great party foods because they can easily be served on a tooth pick and eaten while standing. One of the best things about these meatballs is that they are ready in less then …

This basil garlic chicken is rich and easy to make. It’s pretty enough for company but comes together quickly for any weeknight meal. I am always trying new recipes that feature chicken. We eat it several times a week and get tired of the same recipes, even if we love them the first time I …

This beef, broccoli and couscous stir fry is a great way to use up left over steak or roast beef. It is a tasty 30 minute meal that will make you think you are at your favorite Chinese restaurant. It is rare for me to make steak or roast beef without having some left over …

These phyllo cup appetizers are easy to make and will be a big hit at any BBQ gathering. Tender pulled pork and a tangy BBQ sauce add just the right amount of kick to these little bites. They are quick to make and versatile. You can fill them up with all sorts of tasty fillings …

These pretzel crusted chicken bites are a great party appetizer but the family will love them for a main course, too! This recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. It’s quick, easy and super tasty! I recently saw a recipe for pretzel crusted chicken breasts on Rachel Ray. It inspired me to make …

This coconut crusted French toast makes breakfast special! For you busy cooks – this is one of my most cherished 30 minute meals. For weeks, when my husband and I go out for breakfast on Sunday morning, I have been saying that I should make French toast at home. And I am so glad I …

This one pot balsamic chicken recipe is one of my favorite 30 minute meals. Tender and juicy chicken is flavored with a tasty balsamic sauce that brings the vegetable to life. And even better, this delicious chicken recipe is a one pan meal, as well! We are all busy and most of us don’t have …

This chocolate hazelnut fruit dip is a healthier version of the traditional cream cheese dip. This easy appetizer still has tons of flavor and is so quick to make. I love the combination of chocolate and hazelnuts in this creamy and delicious dip. It gives a luscious dessert taste but still fits into a health …

This spicy shrimp and tomato pasta is my latest addition to my collection of shrimp recipes. It will tempt even the most ardent Italian foodie. Shrimp is one of my favorite seafoods. I love how quick and easy it is to prepare and adding spices to it bumps up the heat but still tastes great.  The …

For today’s recipe, I will be showing you how to make salmon in parchment paper. You won’t believe the flavor that comes from such an easy process. The culinary word for this type of cooking is “fish en papillote.” It comes from a French word meaning paper and cooks any type of fish beautifully, even …

Normally, it’s chicken or beef that lands on the grill, but today I decided to add to my shrimp recipes with these grilled cilantro lime shrimp kebabs. These kebabs are so easy to make and they taste just amazing. Not only are they tasty, but they are also gluten-free, Paleo and Whole30 compliant. Using fresh …

If you follow a Paleo diet and like Asian foods, this Paleo Mongolian Beef recipe is the perfect choice. It has thin strips of beef and carrots in a tasty sauce that’s better than take-out food. The sauce has a bit of spice from the red pepper flakes but the raw honey cuts the spice …

It’s time for some grilled pork with mango salsa! We love to grill at our house. My husband is a wonderful grill master, and everything he puts on the grill comes out beautifully. It’s up to me to come up with whatever it is that I hand over to him to cook. Since we grill …

Are you looking for a quick and delicious meal that is perfect for busy weeknights? Look no further! This easy lemon garlic shrimp recipe is ready in just 15 minutes and combines lemons, garlic, and red pepper flakes for a zesty shrimp dish that your family will love. With a 5-minute preparation time and the …

These strawberry Belgian waffles are on the table in less than 15 minutes. It makes them the newest addition to my list of 30 minute meals! One of my favorite things to order when we have breakfast out is a light and fluffy Belgian waffle. Surprisingly, though, I have never made them until today. I …

When busy weeknights roll around, it’s great to have some 30 minute meal ideas on hand. This teriyaki beef stir fry is one of my favorites! Not only is this dinner recipe easy to make, but it’s nutritious too. This teriyaki beef stir fry is loaded healthy vegetables and is on the table in less …

This skinny strawberry banana smoothie makes a great summer breakfast recipe! Instead of normal milk, I use almond milk and a brown sugar substitute to help keep the calories lower. It’s fast and easy to make and ready in a flash! We all know how taxing it can be in the morning to get a …

This recipe for taco wraps takes the tastes of cheeseburgers and spicy tacos and combines them into one tasty Mexican tortilla recipe.  This is one of my husband’s favorite 30-minute meals. Do you love the taste of tacos?  If so, you’ll love this delicious lunchtime meal.  (See my easy taco melts for another tasty taco-flavored …

This Strawberry peach jalapeño salsa makes a great easy appetizer. I love to serve it with home made tortilla chips. I love easy party food.  My husband and I often entertain with no notice and it’s great to have a few recipes that are perfect party food, but that can be put together quickly.  If you …