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    10 One-Pan Dinners That’ll Save Your Sanity (and Your Sink)

    Published: May 21, 2025 by Kristin · This post may contain affiliate links. · Leave a Comment

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    Hate the post-dinner cleanup? These 10 one-pan wonders are here to rescue your weeknights! Easy to make, budget-friendly, and full of flavor, these meals go from oven to table with minimal mess. From cozy casseroles to sizzling sheet pan suppers, dinner has never been this effortless!

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    • French Onion Pork Chops
    • Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas
    • Chicken, Broccoli, and Potato Casserole
    • Chicken Zucchini Casserole
    • BEST Loaded Nachos
    • Breakfast Pizza
    • Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti
    • Million Dollar Spaghetti Cassserole
    • Mexican Chicken Bake
    • Italian Noodle Casserole

    French Onion Pork Chops

    crispy French fried onions on top of smothered pork chops in a baking pan.
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    Satisfy your cravings for something savory with this delicious French Onion Pork Chops recipe.

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    Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas

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    This easy Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas recipe is perfect for a quick and delicious dinner. Simply toss all the ingredients onto a sheet pan and let the oven do the work. A flavorful and convenient meal the whole family will love. Also check out my Sheet Pan Ground Beef Quesadillas for another easy sheet pan meal!

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    Chicken, Broccoli, and Potato Casserole

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    This Chicken, Broccoli, and Potato Casserole is a one pan meal the entire family will enjoy! With tender diced chicken, quartered potatoes, and broccoli covered in a creamy sauce and melted cheese…what’s not to love? This comforting dinner is perfect for busy weeknights, potlucks, and family gatherings!

    SEE FULL RECIPE HERE

    Chicken Zucchini Casserole

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    Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this quick and easy Chicken Zucchini Casserole. Packed with tender, shredded chicken, fresh zucchini, and chicken stuffing, this flavor-packed casserole requires only a few simple ingredients. It’s a delightful one-pan meal that the entire family will love!

    SEE FULL RECIPE HERE

    BEST Loaded Nachos

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    Incredibly flavorful pulled pork, bell peppers, beans, cheese, and more make these the BEST Loaded Nachos! Perfect appetizer or meal option to enjoy anytime!

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    Breakfast Pizza

    a slice of breakfast pizza ready to serve.
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    Start your day with a twist on a classic breakfast dish! This old school Breakfast Pizza recipe features all the traditional breakfast ingredients on top of a warm and crispy crust. Perfect for a lazy weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast.

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    Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti

    a bite of instant pot chicken spaghetti on a fork.
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    This deliciously easy Instant Pot Chicken Spaghetti recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal! Featuring tender chicken, flavorful sauce, and cooked spaghetti, it’s sure to be a hit with your family!

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    Million Dollar Spaghetti Cassserole

    a cheesy spaghetti baked casserole with pasta, sauce, cheese, and meat.
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    Million Dollar Spaghetti Cassserole is a hearty and delicious recipe sure to be a hit with the whole family! Layers of pasta, meat sauce, and cheese, its like a million dollars in every bite! Serve with a side salad and/or garlic bread and you have a dish that everyone will devour!

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    Mexican Chicken Bake

    a Tex Mex casserole baked in a white casserole dish.
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    This easy Mexican Chicken Bake recipe is a one-pan meal that is quick to prepare and packed with flavor! Creamy chicken, beans, corn, tomatoes, cheese, crushed tortilla chips, and more combine into a casserole the entire family will enjoy. Perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends, this chicken Mexican bake is a dish you don’t want to pass up!

    SEE HERE

    Italian Noodle Casserole

    a cheesy pasta dish with ground beef, tomato sauce, noodles, and seasonings.
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    This Italian Noodle Casserole is a pasta recipe that comes together in no time using simple ingredients! Seasoned ground beef, tomato sauce, tender egg noodles, and cheese combine into a beef noodle casserole recipe the entire family will enjoy! Serve with a side of cheesy garlic bread to make it a complete dinner!

    SEE HERE

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    Welcome to The Cookin' Chicks…I am so glad you've stopped by! I am Kristin, a busy mom of 3, a wife, and a family chef! There are three things that motivate me each day - Family, Faith, and FOOD! I, along with the occasional help of friends and family, want to share my food creations with you! So, I invite you to join me around my dinner table through the recipes that I will share with you here. I hope you will enjoy the journey as much as I do!

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