We've all had those days where we couldn't find the time to grocery shop. But don't let that get in the way of dinner! With these delicious pantry recipes, you can easily make the most of your stocked shelves, freezer stash, and the veggies already in your fridge to make a tasty meal for the whole family.
We've gathered our favorite meals that take advantage of what's likely already in your pantry for interesting and flavor-packed meals. From crowd-pleasing pasta dishes to cheesy polenta, the grain possibilities are endless as a base for a family meal. Plus, if you're on a budget, inexpensive pantry meals are the perfect addition to your weeknight dinner routine.
From tuna recipes to plenty of bean recipes, you're sure to be armed with delicious dinners, no matter the occasion. Your pantry is a great resource to get dinner on the table fast!
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Pot Sticker Stir-Fry
The best part about a stir-fry is that it works with plenty of veggies. Whatever you have in your fridge will work here – try asparagus, frozen peas, bell peppers, or anything else you have on hand for a nutrient packed dinner the whole family will love.
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BBQ Beef Nachos
Barbecue sauce is the secret ingredient that gives these nachos a little extra spice. No one will really know how easy it was to season this delicious dinner.
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3
Jalapeno-Parmesan Crusted Grilled Cheese
These two-cheese griddled sandwiches, with a deliciously crunchy parmesan crust, really pack a punch (read: jalapeños).
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4
Chicken With Creamy Spinach and Artichokes
Sour cream is the secret ingredient that adds rich creaminess to a simple veggie side that zests up the classic chicken breast.
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5
Smoky Maple Turkey Chili
Flavored with chipotle and maple syrup, this recipe can be frozen for up to three months. Make a big batch on the weekend and stock up for those days when you don't feel like cooking!
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Sheet Pan Chickpea Chicken
Prep the ingredients for this one-pan dinner in five minutes, sit back, and relax. A flavor-packed supper is a quick roast away.
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7
Mini Meatballs With Garlicky Tomatoes
These mini (and flavor-packed) bites are a new twist on meatball parmesan and can be tossed with pasta or white beans or spooned over polenta.
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8
White Bean and Tuna Salad With Basil Vinaigrette
This easy salad is the perfect way to turn canned tuna into a delicious dinner.
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9
Crunchy Chickpeas
Turn a can of trusty chickpeas into a deliciously crave-worthy snack.
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10
Double Bean Nachos
Top tip: To make the best bites in a whole batch of nachos, toss chips with sturdy ingredients and cheese. Then, once baked, top with shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes for a cooling fresh hit of veggies.
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11
Chickpea and Kale Soup
For extra added flavor, simmer the soup with leftover pecorino rinds. They add an extra cheesy flavor that makes any vegetarian soup richer.
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12
Spring Herb Frittata
Upgrade your eggs with any herbs that you have hanging out in the fridge. They turn an ordinary dish into a crowd-pleasing brunch menu must-have.
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13
Tuscan Ragu
The addition of Italian sausage packs on the flavor without needing to invest in a whole bunch of dry spices.
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14
Patty Melts
This delicious mashup between a burger and a grilled cheese is made with ingredients you already have in your house.
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15
Ravioli With Brown Butter & Spinach
Spinach adds a dose of key nutrients to this decadent pasta dish. But if you don't have any on hand, another leafy green, like baby kale or Swiss chard, is the perfect swap.
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16
Chili Dogs
A spoonful of homemade chili takes this summer classic (well, anytime classic!) to the next level.
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Chili Pie With Cornbread Crust
No need to make cornbread and chili — in a cast iron skillet, with this dinner recipe, you can make both at once, pie-style.
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18
Hasselback Potatoes
This elegant side is made with only five ingredients (and they're already in your kitchen!).
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19
Spaghetti Bolognese
When you taste how hearty and flavorful this classic meal is, you'd think someone carefully prepared it in the kitchen all day. In truth, it only takes 25 minutes!
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20
French Onion Soup
Onions, slowly cooked until deep brown and caramelized, give this classic its distinctive flavor. Great for a party, this recipe is easily doubled; Simply cook the onions in two skillets.
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