Wondering what to cook for dinner tonight? You don’t have to anymore! Here’s why: I’ve got two weeks’ worth of easy dinner recipes for two, perfect for beginners. Even if you’re not an experienced cook, you can make these, and they’ll turn out delicious.
These quick and simple dinner ideas take just 10-30 minutes to prepare, are made with wholesome ingredients, taste amazing, and can be cooked by anyone.
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Easy Dinner Recipes for Two – Beginner Friendly!
These quick and simple meals take between 10-30 minutes to prepare and are packed with fresh, flavorful ingredients. From creamy pastas and healthy one-pan meals to vibrant Mediterranean dishes, these dinners are designed for two but can easily be scaled up to serve a larger family.
Two Weeks of Easy Dinner Ideas
This collection may be small, but it has everything you need for making quick and tasty meals for two!
From comforting pasta and nutritious one-pan meals to flavorful Mediterranean dishes, these easy recipes are perfect for two and can be effortlessly adjusted for more servings.
If you’re just starting your cooking journey, give these a try!
1. Creamy Tortellini with Spinach
This creamy tortellini dish is the ultimate comfort meal! It’s rich, delicious, and super easy to prepare. All you need is refrigerated tortellini, fresh spinach, sour cream, and about 20 minutes to whip up this satisfying pasta dish.
2. 15-Minute Spicy Chickpeas and Chicken
Forget boring chicken and rice! This quick and spicy one-pan meal is full of flavor, packed with protein, and takes just 15 minutes to make. Simply cook chicken and canned chickpeas with spices, and serve with a side of salad and tzatziki or hummus. Recipe here.
3. Garlic Shrimp in Tomato Sauce
Need an impressive yet easy dinner? This garlicky shrimp dish is the answer! With only five simple ingredients, you can create a restaurant-quality meal in just 15 minutes. Perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner.
4. 15-Minute Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla
This cheesy chicken quesadilla is the perfect quick meal, especially if you have leftover or rotisserie chicken on hand. It’s incredibly cheesy, full of flavor, and takes only 15 minutes to prepare. Recipe here.
5. Coconut Curry Shrimp Soup
Love Thai flavors? This creamy coconut curry shrimp soup is a must-try! Made with shrimp, red curry paste, coconut milk, and fresh vegetables, it’s a light yet satisfying meal that comes together in just 10 minutes. Recipe here.
6. Mediterranean Chicken Wraps
These healthy Mediterranean wraps are packed with juicy chicken, hummus, and garlicky yogurt sauce. While they take about 30 minutes to make, you can speed things up by using rotisserie chicken and store-bought hummus. Recipe here.
7. Tortellini with Salmon
Pair creamy tortellini with flaky salmon for a rich and satisfying dinner. This recipe is quick, delicious, and takes only 20 minutes to prepare. Recipe here.
8. Ground Beef and Broccoli Fried Quinoa
Have some ground beef and leftover quinoa? This easy stir-fry is the perfect way to turn them into a nutritious and flavorful meal in just 20 minutes. Use vegetables like broccoli, spinach, or cabbage for extra goodness. Recipe here.
9. Spicy Mediterranean Bowls
Short on time? Grab some hummus, canned chickpeas, and fresh vegetables to create these quick and tasty Mediterranean bowls. This dish is a great make-ahead meal for lunch the next day, too. Recipe here.
10. 10-Minute Macaroni with Chicken
Pasta lovers, this one’s for you! Quick-cooking macaroni and cooked chicken (rotisserie works great) come together for an easy, high-protein dinner in just 10 minutes. Recipe here.
11. Healthy Ground Beef and Cabbage Stir-Fry
A quick, low-carb stir-fry that’s packed with flavor and nutrition! This one-pan dish is simple to make, full of vegetables, and absolutely delicious. Recipe here.
12. One-Pan Mediterranean Chicken Dinner
If you enjoy Mediterranean flavors, this dish is a must-try! Made with chicken, feta cheese, tomatoes, spinach, and eggplant, it’s a wholesome and flavorful meal ready in 20-30 minutes. Don’t forget to toast some bread to soak up the delicious sauce! Recipe here.
13. Quick Shrimp and Vegetable Stir-Fry
A spicy, fresh, and healthy 15-minute meal made with shrimp, green beans, broccoli, garlic, and ginger. Perfect for a light yet satisfying dinner. Recipe here.
14. Quinoa Fried Rice
Making fried rice at home has never been easier! If you have some leftover rice or quinoa, you can whip up this healthy and delicious vegetarian meal in no time. Add shrimp or chicken for extra protein. Recipe here.
No more dinner dilemmas! With these simple and delicious recipes, you’ll always have a quick and satisfying meal ready to go. Whether you’re a beginner or just looking for easy weeknight meals, these dishes are guaranteed to make dinnertime stress-free and delicious.