A mountain of washing up is the last thing you want to do on a weekend and there’s nothing better than having just one pan to clean after cooking a whole meal. Save these chuck-it-all-in recipes for such days, when you want simple, yet delicious food cooked with minimal effort. These are 30 of our favorite one-pan recipes.
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Pork and onion Burmese curry
Sweet and mild, this Burmese curry dish is full of caramelized onions, tender pork, ginger and a splash of soy sauce. The secret to getting it right is the low and slow simmer which makes fall-apart meat and an irresistibly sticky sauce – all the comfort you could wish for in one pan.
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One-pan vegetable lasagna
This easy one-pan wonder replaces meat with mushrooms, zucchini and spinach in a comforting lasagna that’s a bit healthier too. Tomato sauce and lasagna sheets are then added to the same pan. Finally, topped with Parmesan and mozzarella, the cheese is grilled until golden.
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Prawn, pea and zucchini risotto
The fresh flavors in this risotto make it a guaranteed winner at the dinner table. Juicy prawns, peas and soft herbs like parsley, mint, dill and chives keep things light while the creamy base of risotto rice adds the right amount of comfort.
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Chicken with red onion, apple and chestnuts
Summer may be coming to a close but it means that apples and chestnuts will be at their seasonal best. Showcase the ingredients in this chicken recipe which manages to be comforting and healthy at the same time. The magic ingredient is yeast extract spread which gives a tanginess to the dish, balancing the sweet flavors of the fruit.
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Zucchini, pea and broad bean tortilla
An easy Spanish-style tortilla is a great way to pack five vegetables into one dish. You can use frozen vegetables too, which makes it a simple meal either midweek or when you want to save time on the weekend. Add grated cheese to the egg mixture for extra flavor, then all it needs is a crisp, green salad on the side.
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Quick lentil ratatouille
A simple one-pan Mediterranean recipe which is loaded with healthy vegetables and made more filling with lentils, this dish packs a lot of flavor into a single pan. The ingredients are easy to find, with some dried herbs and fresh basil to elevate the final dish. Serve it with some crusty bread.
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Green shakshuka
This vegan twist on a Middle Eastern classic is ready in 30 minutes and packed full of goodness. If you’re not catering for vegans, swap the plant-based yogurt for thick Greek yogurt for extra lusciousness. It serves two and is all cooked in one pan – an easy meal solution.
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Cashew curry
This fragrant Sri Lankan curry has a creamy, coconutty base with cashews, chickpeas, sweetcorn and spinach. You could use other leafy greens such as chard or green radish leaves instead of spinach. It’s filling on its own but serve with rice, if you like – to stick to the one-pan rule and save time, get microwave rice.
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Pad Thai carbonara
Mix it up with this unusual but tasty mix of a classic pasta and a traditional noodle dish. Eggs, bacon and spaghetti make the recipe a whole lot like a carbonara, but Thai flavors turn it into a delicious hybrid dish perfect for chowing down on the sofa in front of the TV.
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Pasta and chickpea stew
This is a rather ingenious recipe using 100{c33c21346ff5e26ab8e0ae3d29ae4367143f0d27c235e34c392ea37decdb8bed} pantry items, elevating a can of spaghetti hoops. For this take on the classic Italian dish, pasta e fagioli (which literally translates to pasta and beans), you could substitute the hoops with the same amount of cooked macaroni. It’s a recipe the kids will love, although you may prefer to omit the chili at the end.
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Lamb tagine
Incorporating lots of warming spices and many pantry favorites you won’t have to splash out on, this lamb tagine is very easy to make. You can throw together all of the ingredients in an ovenproof casserole and let the flavors infuse and do their magic. Serve with cous cous and some chopped parsley.
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Three-cup chicken
This is a classic Taiwanese recipe that’s brilliant for a quick and speedy supper when you’d rather spend time on things other than cooking. Spicy, sweet and sharp, it has bags of flavor. Serve with steamed rice.
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Quick mustard prawn curry
Mustard seeds add the punchy flavor to this speedy curry and you’ll probably have everything else in your pantry already – onions, garlic, ginger, spices and tinned tomatoes. The preparation will take you all of 15 minutes then you can leave the sauce to do its magic and cook until it’s thick and rich.
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Green baked eggs
A twist on a traditional tomato shakshuka, these baked eggs are freshened up with green spring vegetables. Brilliant for a healthy start to the day or a filling brunch at home, this one-pan dish will feel like you’re eating out. Add some toasted bread on the side for an even more filling meal.
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Cod with chorizo and white beans
Capture the flavors of the Med in this indulgent stew. The sturdy, white-flesh cod works brilliantly with the slightly spicy flavors of the chorizo and the beans bulk the dish up. It just needs a bit of time to simmer, but otherwise it’s a quick dish to make as well. Finish with a squeeze of lemon and some chopped fresh cilantro to liven up the flavors.
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Sweet and sour tofu
Hot, sweet and fragrant, this sweet and sour curry is literally comfort in a bowl. Ready in around 15 minutes, it’s brilliant for when you need a satisfying meal ready quick. If you’ve never cooked tofu before, don’t worry – this is a great recipe to start with. It’ll taste delicious served with a steaming bowl of fluffy rice too.
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Satay noodle stir-fry
This is just the recipe you need for a 15-minute easy one-pan meal. The satay element comes from peanut butter which is mixed with soy, rice vinegar and sesame oil to give the dish a wonderfully nutty flavor. Simple to make, but big on taste and, most importantly, little on washing up.
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Cornbread with manchego and chorizo
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Smoked sausage pasta
This comforting combination of smoked sausage and a creamy mustard and onion sauce, is just perfect for colder and lazier days. It’s a fun twist on a classic Swedish dish that’s often served with rice and to save time and washing up, you can use fresh pasta from the supermarket. Add it when the sauce is ready and warm through.
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Jackfruit curry
Jackfruit has a slightly meaty texture, so it adds a welcome texture to a vegan curry. This punchy sauce of spices, garlic, ginger and chilies is cooled down with coconut and sweetened with tomato passata. You buy the jackfruit canned, so there’s very little preparation here and only 30 minutes’ cooking time. If it’s still a little spicy for some, serve some coconut yogurt on the side.
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Lamb steaks with artichokes and cabbage
The delicate, sweet and nutty taste of artichokes and fragrant honey and rosemary glaze complements the meat perfectly. An excellent dish for when you want to show off a little without too much effort, it’s wonderful for weekend date nights in – just make sure to use good quality artichokes in oil.
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Seafood paella
A seafood take on the classic Spanish rice dish, this recipe also includes controversial chorizo. The mix of seafood is up to you but prawns, mussels and squid give great color and texture while the chorizo will add a bit of heat. Make sure you use the largest pan you can – the rice swells up a lot as it cooks.
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Eggplant shakshuka
It’s spicy, it’s rich and absolutely delicious. Laced with garlic and cumin, shakshuka is the perfect crowd-pleaser for breakfast, lunch or dinner. We recommend mopping up with warm pitta bread or toasted sourdough.
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Smoky bean and monkfish stew
Take some fresh fish – you can use any sturdy white fish – a few simple vegetables and pantry ingredients to rustle up this hearty stew in no time. If monkfish is unavailable or too expensive, hake works brilliantly. The smokiness comes from the paprika and combined with garlic, tomato and a rich fish stock, the Mediterranean flavors will warm you up instantly.
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Mussels rassa
When you want something that feels fancy but can be made quickly, mussels rassa is just the ticket. The salty, meaty mussels go great with the creamy, spicy and zesty sauce. For the best flavor make sure they’re super fresh and serve with chopped cilantro and plain rice.
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Pumpkin curry
A comforting dish that shows off hearty squash, this pumpkin curry is a winner for cooler evenings. You can use any winter squash you like – it’s very good made with kabocha squash or crown prince.
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Cauliflower dhansak
Dhansak is a Parsi dish, combining elements of Persian and Gujarati cuisines. Normally made with lamb, this vegan version is lentil-based with loads of vegetables. It’s quite hot, but the addition of coconut yogurt cools it down. Best of all, it only takes 15 minutes to prepare and the dish is ready in 40. Any leftovers will still be great the next day.
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Dutch baby
A different type of pancake, this recipe is of German origin but is said to have been popularized in Seattle in the early 1900s. Today, Dutch babies and their dramatic rise are much-loved both sides of the pond and it’s become a staple in many a breakfast diner and brunch restaurant. A classic Dutch baby is baked in the oven in a searing hot cast-iron skillet and served with butter, lemon and powdered sugar but you could add anything your heart desires, sweet or savory.
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One-pan chicken Parmesan
A simple dish that the whole family will love, a quick chicken Parmesan is a great recipe to have up your sleeve. You can serve it with spaghetti or a generous portion of zucchini noodles and add some torn basil leaves for extra color and flavor. Best part – this dish is freezer-friendly so you can store the leftovers for later.
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One-pan sausage roast with asparagus and new potatoes
When you want to use up a lot of fridge odds and ends, make a one-pan roast of crispy new potatoes, crunchy asparagus, sweet vine tomatoes, roasted garlic and leftover sausage. You could swap the veg for what’s in your fridge, just allow the new potatoes to crisp up first, then add the cooked sausages at the final stage, along with the rest of the vegetables.
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