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The Weeknight 100

Our seasonal list of the 100 best easy dinners for right now. See past Weeknight 100 lists from Fall 2023, Summer 2024, Fall 2024, Summer 2025 and Fall 2025 for even more easy, fast recipes.

Cheesy baked pasta with sausage and ricotta is shown garnished with basil in a skillet with a portion scooped out and served on a small white plate. — David Malosh for The New York Times. Food Stylist: Simon Andrews

Recipes

Cheesy Baked Pasta With Sausage and Ricotta
Melissa Clark
12146 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
12,146
45 minutes
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Harissa Shrimp With Greens and Feta
Yewande Komolafe
1323 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,323
40 minutes
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Keema Palak (Ground Chicken and Spinach Curry)
Zainab Shah
1498 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,498
35 minutes
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Crispy Cheddar Chicken Tacos
Rick A. Martínez
810 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
810
35 minutes
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Sheet-Pan Chicken With Black Beans and Squash
Ali Slagle
1336 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,336
45 minutes
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Quick Pasta e Fagioli
Ali Slagle
805 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
805
20 minutes
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Tomato Basil Chicken Breasts
Christian Reynoso
5466 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
5,466
30 minutes
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One-Pan Dumplings With Greens
Ali Slagle
2661 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
2,661
20 minutes
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Honey Ginger Chicken and Carrots
Ashley Lonsdale
846 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
846
35 minutes
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Chile Chicken and Bean Guisado
Kristina Felix
1359 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,359
35 minutes
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Creamy Tuscan Chicken
Dan Pelosi
4135 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
4,135
40 minutes
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Rosemary-Garlic Roasted Chicken and Gnocchi
Ali Slagle
1218 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,218
45 minutes
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Chicken and Kale Hatch Chile Bowl
Brigid Ransome Washington
253 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
253
20 minutes
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Miso-Maple Sheet-Pan Chicken With Brussels Sprouts
Carolina Gelen
4550 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
4,550
35 minutes
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Za’atar Turkey Meatballs With Tahini Yogurt
Sheela Prakash
705 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
705
35 minutes
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Greek Chicken With Cucumber-Feta Salad
Ali Slagle
8024 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
8,024
30 minutes
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Chicken, Eggplant and Basil Stir-Fry
Cybelle Tondu
933 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
933
25 minutes
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Chicken and Pesto Rice With Peas
Dan Pelosi
3198 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
3,198
45 minutes
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Lemon-Garlic Grilled Chicken Breasts
Genevieve Ko
1220 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,220
45 minutes
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Quick Harissa Apricot Chicken
Zaynab Issa
654 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
654
20 minutes
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One-Pan Kuku Paka (Chicken in Coconut Curry)
Zaynab Issa
206 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
206
40 minutes
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Chicken With Peas and Mint
Carolina Gelen
201 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
201
35 minutes
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Spicy Paprika Chicken and Potato Stew
Christian Reynoso
618 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
618
45 minutes
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Blackened Chicken Breasts
Kia Damon
2480 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
2,480
20 minutes
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Stir-Fried Cumin Green Beans and Chicken
Melissa Clark
1762 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,762
25 minutes
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Chicken and White Bean Stew
Ali Slagle
3427 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
3,427
45 minutes
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Coconut Curry Noodles With Shrimp
Zainab Shah
490 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
490
30 minutes
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Stir-Fried Salt and Pepper Dumplings
Hetty Lui McKinnon
1202 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,202
25 minutes
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Farro With Blistered Tomatoes, Pesto and Spinach
Yasmin Fahr
8561 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
8,561
40 minutes
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Ravioli With Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
Kiano Moju
489 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
489
25 minutes
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Cream Cheese Ramen
Kevin Pang
568 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
568
9 minutes
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Smoky Chicken and Peppers Penne
Christian Reynoso
120 ratings with an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars
120
35 minutes
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Angel Hair Pasta
Dan Pelosi
4937 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
4,937
30 minutes
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Spicy Pork Noodle Soup
Ashley Lonsdale
293 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
293
35 minutes
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Salsa Macha Pasta With Shrimp
Kristina Felix
19 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
19
25 minutes
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Creamy Lemon Asparagus Gnocchi
Kayla Hoang
1243 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,243
35 minutes
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Cold Noodles With Steak and Tomatoes
Cybelle Tondu
103 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
103
20 minutes
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Peanut Noodles With Spicy Tofu
Sue Li
1439 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
1,439
30 minutes
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Soy Sauce and Brown Butter Brussels Sprouts Pasta
Hetty Lui McKinnon
909 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
909
30 minutes
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Cumin Chicken Fried Rice
Zaynab Issa
307 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
307
30 minutes
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Tortellini Soup
Lidey Heuck
5228 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
5,228
55 minutes
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Creamy Cottage Cheese Basil Pasta
Ali Slagle
3014 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
3,014
35 minutes
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One-Pot Orzo and Meatballs
Yasmin Fahr
478 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
478
40 minutes
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Kimchi Ramen
Ali Slagle
174 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
174
20 minutes
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Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
Dan Pelosi
2275 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
2,275
45 minutes, plus at least 4 hours’ chilling
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Pasta With Tomato-Poached Eggs
Christian Reynoso
136 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
136
30 minutes
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Chilled Sesame Soba and Tofu
Christian Reynoso
294 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
294
20 minutes
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Lemony Pasta With Chickpeas and Parsley
Melissa Clark
5742 ratings with an average rating of 5 out of 5 stars
5,742
30 minutes
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