When the day feels nonstop and dinner is just another thing on your to-do list, quick meals become a lifesaver. That’s why we’ve pulled together a list of easy 15-minute dinners from Our Wabi Sabi Life that are perfect for busy weeknights.
These meals are fast, flavorful, and made with ingredients you probably already have on hand. Whether you’re feeding a hungry family or just need something simple after a long day, these recipes will help you get dinner on the table—without the stress.
Healthy Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole
A comforting, one-dish meal with brown rice, chicken, and veggies. Prep in just 15 minutes—even though it bakes longer. Perfect for busy nights. Get the recipe → Healthy Baked Chicken & Rice Casserole
Stuffed Chicken Breast with Basil Goat Cheese & Bacon
Butterflied chicken breasts stuffed with goat cheese, bacon, and basil—prepped in 15 minutes and baked to perfection. Get the recipe → Stuffed Chicken Breast with Basil Goat Cheese & Bacon
Drunkard (Thai Drunken) Noodles
A flavor-packed Thai noodle stir-fry that costs under $10 and cooks up in around 25 minutes, with only 5 minutes of prep. Get the recipe → Drunkard (Thai Drunken) Noodles
Lemon Rosemary Chicken
One-pan skillet meal combining chicken thighs (and even broccoli!) with lemon and rosemary. Prepping takes roughly 15 minutes. Get the recipe → Lemon Rosemary Chicken
Cowboy Caviar
A ready-in-under-10-minute fresh bean & veggie salsa that doubles as a dip or side. Get the recipe → Cowboy Caviar
Broccoli Chicken & Cheese Casserole
Quick & easy casserole loaded with broccoli, chicken, and creamy cheese. Ready in about 25 minutes total. Get the recipe → Broccoli Chicken & Cheese Casserole
Beef Enchilada Casserole
A Tex‑Mex casserole with layers of seasoned ground beef, tortillas, cheese, and beans. Prep in 15 minutes, bake in 25. Get the recipe → Beef Enchilada Casserole
Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla
The ultimate quick fix—rotisserie chicken + cheese + tortillas in under 20 minutes. Get the recipe → Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla
Cajun Shrimp Étouffée
A creamy, spicy shrimp-based dinner that simmers in about 15 minutes after prep—serve over rice. Get the recipe → Cajun Shrimp Étouffée
Chicken Fajita Soup
A comforting soup with fajita spices and veggies. Prep in about 15 minutes, then cook quickly in the Instant Pot. Get the recipe → Chicken Fajita Soup
🕒 Why These Recipes Work
- Fast prep (usually 10–15 minutes)
- Simple ingredients
- One-pot or sheet-pan cleanups
- Kid-friendly and full of flavor
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