20 Reader Recipes When They Don’t Feel Like Making Dinner

Sheet pan dinners are a foolproof favorite – and a no-fuss way to get dinner on the table fast. Reader Kaye Huskerson Spears says, “There are dozens of variations and you can adjust them depending on the ingredients you have on-hand.”

“DIY stuffed baked potatoes. Add canned chili, veggies, leftovers as you wish,” was an idea from Ceci Suhre. Need some inspiration? We have topping suggestions so the whole family can choose their own during the weeknight rush.

Eggs were definitely a popular response for many of our readers, whether whipping up quick omelettes, fluffy scrambled eggs, a go-to frittata, or quiche with ingredients you have on-hand.

Start with grilled chicken and the options are plentiful. This recipe is easy and adds just a little bit of punch to the typical chicken. Serve it on top of salad or pair with rice or potatoes.

Frozen meatballs are a fan-favorite. We love the idea of turning them into sliders for a surprisingly delicious weeknight meal.

Grilled cheese came up quite a bit on this list – with many of you sharing different cheeses you love to swap in. Of course no grilled cheese dinner would be complete without a bowl of tomato soup.

Breakfast for dinner was a popular opinion for many of you. (Even cereal came up multiple times!) Many readers suggested pancakes or French toast as a nice option that’s fairly easy to pull together.

We love our salads in the South. And many of them are light on greens and filled with spoonfuls of creamy mayonnaise. Tuna is a great dinner option, whether served as a sandwich, salad, or topped on crackers.

Some readers just want to pick up bagels and whip up something satisfying and filling. This sandwich is a great option to make with leftovers you have in the fridge.

Paninis are the perfect quick dinner pick-me-up. They’re easy to customize to different tastes and come together in no-time. The ultimate lazy dinner.

Now we’re talking salad with greens, which are totally underestimated yet totally delicious. This recipe is a great option for loading up the ingredients you have in the fridge or making a pile-as-you-please entree.

When in doubt, pull out the Instant Pot. No one says you need to spend hours in the kitchen to pull together a warm and comforting plate of spaghetti and meatballs.

Leave it to the deviled eggs to come through when you’re in a pinch. Deviled eggs might be a great holiday appetizer, but they’re also a terrific option when you have a carton of eggs and want something extra flavorful.

It’s always a good time to serve homemade chicken salad. Serve it atop a pile of greens, layered high on a sandwich, or scooped on toasted baguettes.

Make salmon patties ahead of time (they do freeze well), and these simple cakes come together in just 15 minutes.

Nachos for dinner? Need we say more. It needn’t be a game day to enjoy a tailgating go-to for dinner. In fact, chances are the whole family will love the idea of loaded nachos for Wednesday dinner.

Rich, creamy, extra cheesy – macaroni and cheese is the ultimate dish for anytime, any occasion. Whip up a tray in no time and let everyone dig in.

Sandwich night is always easy and always well-received. Many of our readers said they love subs for an effortless dinner, and this loaded BLT is a recipe worth squeezing into your rotation.

Why order takeout when you can make your own pizzas at home in a flash. We love the idea of starting with garlic bread for extra flavor and letting family members top as they please.

Yes, we love taco night but fajita night is just as fabulous. This concept is just as easy to whip together and lets the family pick the toppings, from sour cream, salsa, guacamole, or shredded cheese.