Finding meals that are easy to make AND don’t cost a lot can feel tough sometimes.
Especially when you’re busy or just plain tired after a long day.
You want something tasty, but you REALLY don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen or a ton of money at the store.
Well, good news!
Making delicious food on a budget is ABSOLUTELY possible.
And it doesn’t have to be boring, either.
We’ve gathered some great ideas for meals that are simple, quick, and won’t break the bank.
Get ready to discover some new favorites…
1. Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Recipe
Craving a flavor explosion?
Our Slow Cooker Chicken Tinga Recipe delivers tender, shredded chicken simmered in a smoky, vibrant sauce with chipotle peppers and fire-roasted tomatoes, perfect for tacos, bowls, or salads.
Enjoy the rich, savory goodness of this easy chicken tinga recipe tonight.
2. Chipotle Chicken
Craving that delicious Chipotle taste at home?
This Chipotle Chicken recipe uses a simple marinade of chilies, garlic, and herbs to bring your chicken thighs to golden brown, tender perfection.
3. Chicken Enchilada Skillet
Craving a quick and easy dinner?
This Chicken Enchilada Skillet is ready in just 30 minutes and is a total crowd-pleaser. Make this cheesy chicken recipe your own by adding your favorite toppings!
4. Sweet and Sour Chicken Thighs
Sweet and Sour Chicken Thighs are the perfect quick dinner for busy weeknights.
You can skip the takeout and make this easy chicken recipe that’s sure to be a family favorite in just one hour.
5. Taco Zucchini Boats
Taco Zucchini Boats are here to spice up your week with a fun, veggie-packed twist on a classic!
These boats are a delicious way to enjoy your favorite taco fillings while sneaking in some extra zucchini.
6. Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
This Slow Cooker Tater Tot Casserole is the ultimate comfort food!
Picture crispy tater tots and a flavorful meat mixture, all cooked together in your slow cooker with a rich, cheesy topping.
7. Hot Honey Tunacado Wrap
Craving a quick, tasty, and healthy lunch?
Our Hot Honey Tunacado Wrap recipe combines creamy avocado with a tuna salad that has a spicy-sweet kick.
Enjoy this high-protein tunacado wrap that is simple to make!
8. Campfire Nachos
Campfire Nachos are the perfect fuss-free meal for your next camping trip or backyard cookout.
These easy nachos come together quickly in a cast-iron skillet, so you can spend less time cleaning and more time enjoying the outdoors.
9. Shepherd’s Pie Loaded Fries
Shepherd’s Pie Loaded Fries are a fun twist on a comforting classic dinner!
This easy 30-minute meal takes frozen French fries to the next level with seasoned ground beef and all the shepherd’s pie goodness your family will love.
10. sweet potato and white bean stew with harissa and tahini (vegan)
Cozy up with this comforting sweet potato and white bean stew, a flavorful vegan one-pot wonder.
The harissa and tahini add a delicious kick, making this stew anything but ordinary!
11. Bean with Bacon Soup
Enjoy a comforting bowl of Bean with Bacon Soup.
This easy recipe combines creamy white beans with smoky bacon for a hearty and flavorful homemade soup that is better than canned.
12. Curry Chicken Salad
Curry Chicken Salad is a delightful mix of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, sweet dried fruit, and crunchy nuts in a creamy, spiced dressing.
Enjoy this quick and easy meal in a sandwich, with crackers, or refreshing lettuce cups.
13. Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Recipe
This Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Recipe is a delicious, easy way to bring a taste of the islands to your dinner table!
It features the wonderful flavors of barbecue sauce, pineapple, and bacon that go great over rice or on buns.
14. Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Recipe
Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken is the perfect weeknight meal!
This recipe is super simple and delivers tender shredded chicken with tons of flavor from salsa and taco seasoning.
15. Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
This Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili will become your new favorite comfort food!
Imagine tender chicken simmered in a creamy white sauce with white beans and corn, all bursting with flavor.
It’s a delicious twist on traditional chili that’s perfect for a cozy night in.
16. Slow Cooker Zucchini Bolognese
Slow Cooker Zucchini Bolognese is the perfect healthy pasta sauce to add to your recipe book.
It’s also a great way to use up that extra zucchini from your garden this year!
17. Instant Pot BBQ Chicken
Instant Pot BBQ Chicken is the perfect way to get a tender, juicy, sweet, and tangy shredded chicken recipe on the table fast!
This quick and easy recipe is cooked in the instant pot and is ready to enjoy in no time.
18. Seasoned Rice
Skip the boxed stuff and make this delicious Seasoned Rice from scratch!
It only takes a few minutes and uses simple ingredients for a flavor that beats the store-bought version every time.
19. Herby Crispy Potato and White Bean Salad
Herby Crispy Potato and White Bean Salad is the vegetarian salad you’ve been waiting for!
It’s packed with flavor and has a satisfyingly crispy texture that will leave you wanting more.