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20+ Low-Effort Sunday Dinner Recipes

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20+ Low-Effort Sunday Dinner Recipes

These healthy Sunday dinners require minimal effort, but yield maximum flavor. Each recipe requires just 15 minutes or less of active cooking time, so you can let your appliances do the bulk of the work. Recipes like Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Red Cabbage & Sweet Potatoes and Get Your Greens Quiche are delicious and filling dinners that barely require you to lift a finger.

Roasted Salmon & Broccoli Rice Bowls

Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Holstein, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle


Gochujang, mayonnaise and honey combine to bring a spicy-sweet flavor to roasted salmon fillets. The honey allows the sauce to cling to the salmon while also providing a slight caramelization and store-bought kimchi adds a nice tang.

Sheet-Pan Chicken Thighs with Red Cabbage & Sweet Potatoes

photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle


The beauty of this dish lies in its simplicity—everything cooks together on one sheet pan, making cleanup a breeze. As the ingredients roast together, the chicken juices meld with the vegetables, creating a savory dinner.

Get Your Greens Quiche

photographer: Jen Causey, food stylist: Julian Hensarling, prop stylist: Josh Hoggle


This crustless quiche is packed with nutrient-rich collard greens and broccoli, making it a delicious way to enjoy more veggies. Paired with nutty Gruyère cheese, the result is a quiche that comes together effortlessly.

Za’atar-Roasted Chicken with Chickpeas

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey


This za’atar-roasted chicken is bursting with vibrant flavors. Za’atar—a fragrant blend of dried oregano, thyme and/or marjoram, sumac and toasted sesame seeds—mingles with lemon and garlic, infusing chicken thighs and chickpeas with tangy, earthy and savory notes.

Sheet-Pan Balsamic Chicken & Asparagus

Ali Redmond


Chicken cutlets are coated in a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze, roasting right alongside tender asparagus for an easy, well-balanced dinner. It’s a simple one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights.

Loaded Broccoli & Beef Casserole

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Giovanni Vazquez, Prop Stylist: Abby Armstrong


Lean ground beef pairs with broccoli and brown rice to create a hearty, fiber-packed base combined with a creamy sauce. Melted cheese transforms into a golden, crispy layer that’s finished with bacon and scallions for the ultimate “loaded” experience.

Broccoli, White Bean & Cheese Quiche

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Pricilla Montiel, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer


This quiche skips the crust but keeps all the savory goodness in the filling, featuring protein-packed white beans and savory roasted broccoli. It’s light yet satisfying and simple enough to whip up on a busy evening.

Sheet-Pan Honey Mustard Salmon & Vegetables

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Giovanna Vazquez


This is a fuss-free meal that’s healthy, flavorful and easy to prepare. The tangy-sweet honey-mustard glaze pairs beautifully with salmon, while the roasted vegetables provide the perfect balance of textures.

Baked Tomato & Feta Rice

Robby Lozano


Juicy roasted tomatoes and creamy melted feta are the stars in this flavorful casserole. Made in just one baking dish, this hearty dinner is the perfect choice for when you want minimal cleanup.

Spinach & Artichoke–Stuffed Butternut Squash

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Priscilla Montiel


Tender roasted butternut squash halves are filled with a cheesy spinach-and-artichoke mixture. A sprinkle of crushed red pepper adds heat, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a tangy-sweet flavor contrast that ties it all together.

One-Pot White Bean, Spinach & Sun-Dried Tomato Orzo

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley


This comforting dish combines tender orzo, protein-packed white beans and tangy sun-dried tomatoes in a creamy garlic-and-herb cheese sauce. It’s a one-pot meal that is both quick and satisfying.

Lemon-Roasted Salmon with Green Herb Sauce

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Lindsey Lower


The star of this salmon dish is the vibrant green herb sauce, made with fresh parsley and dill; it adds a burst of freshness that complements the fish beautifully. Serve over your favorite whole grain.

Baked Brie, Sun-Dried Tomato & Spinach Pasta

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Marianne Williams, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle


Creamy, melted Brie creates a velvety sauce that fills in the ridges of fusilli pasta, while Parmesan cheese adds nutty, savory depth. Sun-dried tomatoes bring a tangy sweetness that balances the richness. A little crushed red pepper adds heat and wilted spinach provides earthy notes and nutrients.

Sheet-Pan Salmon with Melting Leeks

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Christina Brockman


This panko-crusted salmon is roasted alongside tender leeks, and nestled atop creamy yogurt with fiber-rich lentils.

Spinach & Artichoke Spaghetti Squash Nests

Photographer: Hannah Hufham, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hausser


These spinach-and-artichoke spaghetti squash nests bring together the familiar flavors of spinach-and-artichoke dip with sweet and tender-crisp spaghetti squash strands.

Garlic-Butter Mushroom Steaks

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Jasmine Smith, Prop Stylist: Phoebe Hauser


Here, we pair juicy portobello mushroom “steaks” with a buttery garlic sauce flavored with rosemary, for a mouthwatering combination that’s sure to impress. Swap out the rosemary for another woody herb like sage or thyme for a different twist.

Spaghetti Squash Nests with Feta, Tomatoes & Balsamic Drizzle

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Amanda Stanfield, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle


Nests of tender spaghetti squash with notes of garlic and herbs are filled with perfectly roasted tomatoes and golden-browned feta. Balsamic glaze adds extra acidity and sweetness to every bite.

Dump & Bake Pizza Pasta Casserole

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Purcell


This easy, toss-together casserole offers all the flavors of a pepperoni pizza, with fusilli pasta absorbing the rich tomato sauce while mingling with gooey melted cheese and meaty pepperoni slices.

Crispy Salmon Rice Bowl

Ali Redmond


Tender pieces of salmon get a sweet and crispy coating thanks to sweet and savory teriyaki glaze in this salmon rice bowl. We love crunchy cucumber and creamy avocado as toppings, but feel free to add whatever toppings you like best for your own spin on this easy meal.

Baked Feta-Mushroom Pasta

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Christina Daley


Here we bring together the creamy tang of melted feta with the earthy, savory notes of cremini mushrooms. The convenience of pre-sliced cremini mushrooms makes this pasta bake a timesaver.

Sheet-Pan Gnocchi with Broccoli & White Beans

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Lydia Pursell


A blend of lemon and broccoli mixes with tender gnocchi and rich cannellini beans, all brought together with a generous drizzle of olive oil. This effortless dish comes together on two baking sheets for easy preparation

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