Cooking for two doesn’t have to mean leftovers for days or the hassle of adjusting recipes. With the right meals, you can enjoy just the right amount of food without extra waste or effort. This collection of 23 easy dinners is perfect for when you want something simple, flavorful, and portioned for two, whether you’re making a casual weeknight dinner or something a little special.
Authentic Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs are classic comfort food, with tender, flavorful meatballs in a creamy gravy, with a spoonful of tart lingonberry sauce on the side. Get the recipe
Grilled Shrimp, Corn, & Avocado Bowl

This Grilled Shrimp, Corn & Avocado Bowl is a quick and flavor-packed meal that makes a perfect summer lunch or light dinner. With juicy grilled shrimp, charred corn, creamy avocado, and a spicy lime mayo, it brings together everything you want in a satisfying bowl. Get the recipe
Cozy Chicken & Dumplings for Two

When you’re craving something warm, comforting, and deeply satisfying, but don’t want a giant pot of leftovers, this small-batch chicken & dumpling soup is the answer. It’s got everything you want: tender chicken, rich broth, fluffy dumplings, and just the right amount of cozy to make a quiet evening feel special. Get the recipe
Verde Wet Burrito

This Verde Wet Burrito Recipe feature slow-cooked carnitas with spicy Mexican rice and beans and melted cheddar cheese. Get the recipe
Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

This Honey Garlic Salmon is pan seared and glazed with a sweet and savory sauce of garlic, honey, soy sauce and a few other simple ingredients. Serve it over rice or sautéed greens for a delicious meal. Get the recipe
Homemade Butternut Squash Ravioli

This Homemade Butternut Squash Ravioli is as impressive as it is delicious, with homemade pasta and butternut squash filling, then sautéed in a butter sauce with walnuts. Get the recipe
Crispy Chicken Sandwiches

The Best Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe is the perfect comfort food and turns out just like restaurant chicken sandwiches – super crispy outside, moist and juicy inside. Get the recipe
Chicken Caprese Pasta

This Chicken Caprese Pasta is made with tomatoes, basil and mozzarella cheese, then piled on top of a bed of spaghetti for a super simple weeknight meal. Get the recipe
Cacio e Pepe

Cacio e pepe is a pasta dish that hails from Rome. It means “cheese and pepper” and for such a simple dish, it is incredibly delicious. Get the recipe
Slow Cooker Beef Short Ribs

These Slow-Cooker Beef Short Ribs will reach fall-off-the-bone tenderness with very little work on your part. The sauce/gravy turns out so rich and flavorful, you’ll be shocked you can do this in the slow cooker. Get the recipe
Bacon Wrapped Pork Chops

As they say, bacon makes everything better, and these Bacon-Wrapped Pork Chops will prove it. Perk up your bland, boring pork chops by wrapping them in bacon. Get the recipe
Farfalle alla Vodka

This rich and creamy pasta dish features farfalle pasta in a super easy to make sauce, using mostly pantry items you already have on hand. Get the recipe
Salmon Sushi Bowls

These salmon sushi bowls are both healthy and irresistibly tasty. The avocado and salmon, mixed with delicious sushi rice is a huge hit. Get the recipe
BBQ Chicken Tostada

BBQ Chicken Tostadas are quick and easy to make as a meal or a snack and they’re so tasty you’ll be wanting a few more. They are made with shredded chicken, slathered with BBQ sauce and loaded onto a crispy corn tortilla with beans and melted cheese. Get the recipe
Sweet & Sour Pork Chops

Sweet & Sour Pork Chops are doused in a delicious sauce made with balsamic vinegar and maple syrup that is so irresistible on pork and served with bell peppers and pineapple. Get the recipe
Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo

In this quick and easy Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo, fresh fettuccine pasta is tossed with a creamy and decadent sauce of cream and Parmesan cheese, then topped with flavorful grilled chicken. Get the recipe
Beef & Broccoli Noodles

This Beef & Broccoli with Noodles dish combines delicious beef in a savory sauce with tender broccoli and noodles for a great, quick stir fry dish. Get the recipe
Pulled Pork Gnocchi

This Pulled Pork Gnocchi features tender pulled pork and potato gnocchi in a butter sauce with sage and pine nuts. Get the recipe
Mexican-Style Chicken Flautas

These Mexican-style chicken flautas are a great snack or appetizer, served with shredded lettuce, cheese and pico de gallo. Get the recipe
Crispy Pork Knuckle

Pork Knuckle is easy to make and produces an impressive looking and decadent dish that’s great to serve year round. Get the recipe
Pesto Tagliatelle Pasta

This Pesto Tagliatelle features thick strands of pasta coated in an aromatic and flavorful homemade basil pesto sauce. Get the recipe
Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Bowls

These Vietnamese Caramelized Pork Bowls feature caramelized pork and an array of crisp and refreshing vegetables in one satisfying bowl. Get the recipe
Mediterranean-Style Cod & Roasted Veggies

If you’re craving a fresh and flavorful meal, this Mediterranean-style cod with Roasted Veggies is the perfect combination of light, flaky fish and bright tomatoes and olives. Get the recipe

Angela’s passion for discovering and experimenting with new flavors and recipes is at the heart of her culinary philosophy. Residing in a quaint Oregon town, she finds joy and inspiration in her kitchen. Angela has a lot of expertise in cooking and she eagerly shares her discoveries and unique creations with you.