Cooking for two doesn’t have to mean juggling multiple pots or mountains of dishes after dinner. These one-pan meals keep everything contained in a single skillet or pot, so you get maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Each recipe is perfectly portioned for just two servings, helping you dodge leftovers while still enjoying a fresh, home-cooked meal. Try options like our Sweet Potato, Corn & Black Bean Hash and Kale, Sausage & Pepper Pasta for a meal that is as easy as it is delish!
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Sweet Potato, Corn & Black Bean Hash
A hearty blend of black beans, sweet potatoes and corn makes up the base of this easy and delicious hash. Cilantro and lime brighten the dish, while jalapenos add a bit of heat.
Air-Fryer Salmon with Horseradish Rub
A crust of fresh horseradish, parsley and capers turns delicately crispy on this air-fried salmon. It’s an impressive dinner that’s also super simple to make.
Kale, Sausage & Pepper Pasta
This healthy sausage and kale pasta recipe cooks in one skillet, so there’s only one pot to clean! Try it with any greens you have in the fridge, such as chard or spinach.
Beer-Battered Fish Tacos with Tomato & Avocado Salsa for Two
Beer batter brings a crunchy texture to the fish in these flavorful tacos. The salsa adds a fresh, clean note, along with plenty of nutrients. Serve with black beans, some diced mango and a bit of light sour cream.
Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili for Two
This satisfying vegetarian chili is studded with black beans and sweet potatoes. Serve with some warmed corn tortillas and tossed salad with orange segments and avocado.
Chicken Saltimbocca
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This healthy chicken saltimbocca recipe makes an impressive, yet fast, classy dinner. Serve this Italian-inspired chicken with roasted broccoli rabe and creamy polenta to round out this elegant meal.
Loaded Black Bean Nacho Soup
Jazz up a can of black bean soup with your favorite nacho toppings, such as cheese, avocado and fresh tomatoes. A bit of smoked paprika adds a bold flavor kick, but you can swap in any warm spices you prefer, such as cumin or chili powder. Look for a soup that contains no more than 450 mg sodium per serving.
Easy Vegetarian Taco Salad
Taco salad doesn’t always have to contain beef—this 15-minute version uses tofu or black bean crumbles, which taste delicious and offer up a healthy dose of protein. This vegetarian meal is so tasty that even meat-only eaters won’t miss the beef.
Chicken Breasts with Mushroom Cream Sauce
The secret to a good cream sauce is always the same: not too much cream or it can be overpowering, masking the more delicate flavors. Here it contains a bountiful amount of mushrooms and is served over chicken breasts.
Skillet Green Chile-Chicken Enchilada Casserole
This 45-minute enchilada recipe is bursting with chicken, tomatoes, tomatillos, chile peppers, and cheese, and because it’s a one-skillet casserole, cleanup is a breeze.
Spicy Chicken Noodle Soup with Soft-Boiled Eggs
Transform canned chicken noodle soup by adding fresh ginger, crunchy vegetables, herbs and a jammy soft-boiled egg. Look for a low-sodium soup that has 450 mg sodium or less per serving.
Turkey Dinner in a Skillet
Here’s a new way to enjoy that Thanksgiving dinner taste! Turkey tenderloin slices, broccoli and bread “stuffing” cook up quickly in this layered one-skillet dinner.
Roasted Vegetable & Black Bean Tacos
These hearty vegan tacos are quick and easy to make, perfect for busy weeknights. They are so tasty no one will miss the meat or dairy.
Zucchini Frittata
A frittata, a flat omelet in Italy, can be filled with a variety of vegetables and cheeses and makes a great impromptu brunch dish or supper. In this version, fresh mint and basil brighten the mild taste of zucchini.
Pineapple Tofu Stir-Fry
This quick-to-make dish balances sweet and sour flavors without being overpowering. Tofu adds plenty of plant-based protein and you can customize the heat to your liking.
Black Bean Fajita Skillet
Here, presliced fajita vegetables are sautéed with canned black beans and Southwest seasoning for a quick and easy Tex Mex-inspired meal. You can easily take your bowl up a notch by adding some cheese, sour cream or another tasty topping.
