24 TV Dinner Recipes to Solve Your Last-Minute Meal Dilemmas

If you’re anything like me, then you know the struggle of trying to find a delicious, last-minute meal that won’t take all night to prepare. That’s why I’m excited to share with you these 24 TV dinner recipes that are sure to solve your mealtime dilemmas. Say goodbye to boring microwave dinners and hello to flavorful, easy-to-make meals that will leave you feeling satisfied and fulfilled. So why not try something new? Trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

Sun-Dried Tomato Pesto

This sun-dried tomato pesto with rosemary is a flavor-packed condiment that can add a tasty twist to your meals. Use it as a spread on sandwiches, a dip for veggies, or a sauce for pasta to enjoy the delicious taste of sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic rosemary.

Recipe: sun-dried tomato pesto

Alfredo Sauce in 15 minutes

Enjoy a healthy and quick meal with our 5-ingredient alfredo sauce recipe. Creamy, delicious, and ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for a fast and easy dinner.

Recipe: alfredo sauce

Chili with Beans

This chili recipe is packed with flavor and wholesome ingredients like vegetables, legumes, and grains. It’s a satisfying and hearty dish that’s both easy to make and good for you.

Recipe: chili

Chilli Chicken

Try this restaurant-style Chilli Chicken at home with this easy recipe. Crispy and flavorful is how I would describe this Chilli Chicken. Boneless chicken is marinated in chinese sauces, fried until crispy, this is stir fried with lots of ginger, garlic, onions, bell peppers and sauces.

Recipe: chilli chicken

The Best Falafel Sandwich

Fresh lettuce leaves, sweet and tangy tahini sauce, and crispy falafel in pita bread are how to make the best falafel sandwich. We show you how easy it is to make this popular Middle Eastern vegetarian street food from scratch and from the comfort of your home.

Recipe: falafel sandwich

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Making gnocchi is super easy especially if you make them with sweet potatoes. No special ingredients are needed, only pantry staples.

Recipe: sweet potato gnocchi

Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry

Ginger Vegetable Stir-Fry is a delicious and healthy dish bursting with vibrant flavors. The combination of fresh vegetables and aromatic ginger creates a satisfying and nourishing meal.

Recipe: ginger vegetable stir fry

Quinoa Salad with Berries and Nuts

This refreshing berry and nuts quinoa salad is a perfect choice for a healthy and satisfying meal. Packed with protein from quinoa and nuts, and topped with fresh summer berries, it’s a delicious and nutritious dish for any occasion.

Recipe: quinoa salad

Garlic Chicken & Carrots

Wok-style Garlic Chicken & Carrots is a flavorful and quick stir-fry dish that features tender chicken pieces and thinly sliced carrots cooked together in a wok with a garlicky sauce. This savory and aromatic dish captures the essence of Asian cuisine, offering a satisfying blend of textures and a burst of garlic flavor, making it a popular choice for a simple and tasty weeknight dinner.

Recipe: garlic chicken

Kung Pao Cauliflower

Kung Pao Cauliflower is a mouthwatering vegan twist on the classic Chinese dish, featuring crispy cauliflower florets tossed in a spicy and tangy sauce. The cauliflower absorbs the flavors of the sauce beautifully, resulting in a deliciously balanced combination of heat, sweetness, and savory notes, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a plant-based and flavorful meal.

Recipe: kung pao cauliflower

Japanese Cabbage Stir Fry

Japanese Cabbage Stir Fry is a simple yet flavorful dish that showcases the natural sweetness and crisp texture of cabbage. With a delicate balance of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, this stir fry brings a touch of umami and a satisfying crunch to any meal.

Recipe: Japanese cabbage stir fry

Sticky Orange Tofu

Ready in just 45 minutes, crispy deep-fried tofu is tossed in a flavorful, sticky orange sauce that will have your taste buds dancing! If you are looking for a zesty way to incorporate protein into your lunch or dinner table without stepping foot in a Chinese restaurant or order takeout, this easy orange tofu recipe is the way to go!

Recipe: orange tofu

Crispy Oyster Mushroom Tacos

Looking for a meatless taco alternative? Look no further than this Oyster Mushroom Tacos recipe. These mushrooms have a meat-like texture and are packed with flavor, making them the perfect substitute for meat strips.

Recipe: mushroom tacos

General Tso’s Shrimp

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It is a very easy recipe with an amazing creamy texture, deep Peanut butter and Oreo flavours, and can be made in literally no-time. You will need only 5 basic ingredients you probably already have at home and no special equipment is needed, you don’t even have to turn the oven on!

Recipe: general tso shrimp

Green Pesto Pasta

Indulge in the deliciousness of this green pesto pasta that’s bursting with flavors of freshly made basil pesto, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkle of parmesan. It’s a quick and easy meal that’s perfect for any time of the day.

Recipe: pesto pasta

Fajita Veggies

This fajita veggies recipe is easy to make and packed with flavor. Simply sauté onions and bell peppers, season with spices, and voila! Enjoy with your favorite protein and toppings for a delicious meal.

Recipe: fajita veggies

Crispy Rice Paper Spring Rolls

Enjoy the perfect balance of textures and flavors with these crispy and flavorful rice paper spring rolls. Packed with fresh and colorful veggies, along with marinated tofu, these rolls are a healthy and delicious meal that can be enjoyed as a snack or a light lunch.

Recipe: rice paper spring rolls

One-Pot Ratatouille

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This is the best French summer vegetable stew that you can stir up in one pot within 30 minutes. I say to stir up because the traditional ratatouille is cooked on a stovetop and not baked.

Recipe: ratatouille

Panda Express Seared Steak and Shrimp

If you are a Panda Express fan (like me!) you’ll love this Panda Express copycat recipe for wok seared steak and shrimp. It’s like an Asian surf and turf with beef and shrimp. The flavours include soy sauce, chilli sauce, ginger, and garlic. Enjoy this copycat steak bites and shrimp stir fry for lunch of dinner, or make it to impress your friends.

Recipe: seared steak shrimp

Baked Butternut Squash Risotto

If you want to give the risotto a try, you should check out this delicious butternut squash risotto recipe. It is easy to make as part of the job is done by the oven. It is aromatic, creamy, and rich, made with Arborio rice, sweet butternut squash, green peas, and roasted pine nuts.

Recipe: butternut squash risotto

Spicy Miso Soba Noodles

If you are looking for the most delicious miso noodles recipe, this spicy tahini miso sauce will surely deliver. It is not only delicious, but it is also an easy, no-cook sauce that you can mix within 5 minutes. Soba noodles are the perfect candidate to elevate these flavors.

Recipe: miso soba noodles

Thai Green Curry Fried Rice

This Thai green curry fried rice is a mouth-watering and flavorful dish that makes great use of leftover rice. With a perfect blend of creamy, sweet, and citrusy flavors, it’s an easy-to-make and delicious vegan recipe that can be ready in just 30 minutes.

Recipe: green curry fried rice

Rice Paper Egg Rolls

These egg rolls are a perfect appetizer or snack, with a savory and crispy texture that will satisfy your cravings. Made with a flavorful mix of vegetables, they are a healthier alternative to traditional egg rolls and can be easily baked, fried or air-fried in just a few minutes.

Recipe: egg rolls

Giada Dogs

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Every summer, without fail, I crave hot dogs. A plain old hot dog will never suffice though, last summer it was the tijuana dog and bahn mi dog and this year, as inspired by Giada’s recent segment on the Today show, the Giada Dog. Pink’s (the famous Hollywood hot dog joint) is apparently adding the Giada dog to it’s list of celebrity-inspired dogs – though it isn’t on their online menu quite yet. The hot dog is topped with sauteed peppers and onions and mozzarella cheese.

Get the recipe: giada dog

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