• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Yellow Chili's
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Foods
  • Drinks
  • Collections
  • About Us
  • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Foods
    • Drinks
    • Collections
    • About Us
    • Subscribe
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×
    Home » Food Collections » Under 30 Minutes Dinner

    30 Quick and Easy Under 30 Minutes Dinner Recipes

    Published: December 19, 2022 by Sangeetha Vel | Updated: September 7, 2023 Leave a Comment

    1 shares

    Welcome to our collection of quick and easy lunch and dinner recipes that can be made in under 30 minutes! With a variety of dishes to choose from, including pasta, seafood, salmon, roasted and baked vegetables, chicken, rice, egg, and shrimp, you'll find something to satisfy every craving.

    No matter what your taste preferences are, you're sure to find something in this collection that will satisfy your cravings. These simple recipes are perfect for busy weeknights when you don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen, but still want to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal.

    So if you're looking for quick and easy flavorful dinner meal ideas, give these recipes a try! They're sure to become new favorites in your household.

    A collection of under 30 minutes dinner recipes depicted in a collage of images.
    Jump to:
    • Chicken Gnocchi Soup
    • Fettuccine Alfredo
    • Shrimp Alfredo
    • Pesto Pasta
    • Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta
    • Creamy Salmon Pasta
    • One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta
    • Masala Pasta
    • Garlic Butter Baked Salmon
    • Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon
    • Honey Garlic Chicken Breast
    • Creamy Pesto Chicken
    • Teriyaki Salmon
    • Shrimp Scampi
    • Salmon Salad
    • Tuna Salad
    • Shrimp Stir Fry
    • Spanish Rice (Mexican Rice)
    • Fried Rice
    • Chicken Fried Rice
    • Shrimp Fried Rice
    • Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)
    • Egg Fried Rice
    • Vegetable Stir Fry
    • Chicken Stir Fry
    • Sweet and Sour Chicken
    • Pad Thai
    • Egg Foo Young (Chinese Omelette)
    • How to Make an Omelette
    • Western Omelet

    You can also find different collections of recipes below and more at recipe collections.

    • Easy Dinner Recipes
    • Best Chicken Dinner Recipes
    • Easy Seafood Recipes for Dinner
    • Best Chicken Breast Recipes
    • Healthy Salmon Fillet Recipes
    • Best Side Dishes for Salmon
    • Best Fruit Smoothie Recipes

    Chicken Gnocchi Soup

    Chicken Gnocchi Soup, a classic Italian dish, combines chicken, gnocchi, broth, cream, garlic, and herbs for a hearty, creamy flavor. Variations include spinach, carrots, or celery for extra texture and depth. This homemade soup, ready in under 30 minutes, makes a satisfying main course and pairs well with bread, roasted vegetables, or a salad.
    Chicken Gnocchi Soup in a blue bowl with few ingredients scattered around.

    Fettuccine Alfredo

    Fettuccine Alfredo, or Fettuccine al burro, combines pasta with a creamy Alfredo sauce of butter, Parmesan, heavy cream, and basic seasonings. This quick, versatile dish, perfect for lunch or dinner, pairs well with vegetables, chicken, or shrimp.
    Fettuccine Alfredo in a black bowl placed on a grey table.

    Shrimp Alfredo

    Shrimp Alfredo Pasta, a rich and creamy Italian seafood delight, combines Fettuccine, shrimp, butter, and Italian seasonings in a luscious Alfredo sauce. This easy-to-make recipe, perfect with roasted vegetables or salads, is ideal for lunch or dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes.
    Shrimp Fettuccine Alfredo Pasta in a white bowl with few ingredients around.

    Pesto Pasta

    Pesto Pasta is a quick and versatile Italian dish, known for its creamy, fresh herb flavor. Made with pasta, olive oil, seasonings, and rich pesto sauce, it's perfect for lunch or dinner, pairing well with vegetables, chicken, or seafood, and ready in under 30 minutes.
    Pesto Pasta in a white bowl with few ingredients scattered around.

    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta

    Experience the allure of Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta, a rich and mildly spiced Italian delight. This dish, featuring succulent shrimp, Fettuccine Pasta, and a flavorful garlic butter sauce, offers comfort for lunch or dinner.
    Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta in a pan

    Creamy Salmon Pasta

    Salmon Pasta, a rich and creamy Italian seafood dish, combines angel hair pasta, milk, basic seasonings, and delicious pan-seared salmon. Ready in under 30 minutes, this Creamy Salmon Pasta is perfect for a quick yet satisfying lunch or dinner, whether it's a busy weekday or a leisurely weekend.
    Creamy Salmon Pasta in a bowl

    One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta

    One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta presents a luxurious and creamy Italian culinary experience, featuring a smooth garlic parmesan sauce that's simply irresistible. It's an easy-to-prepare meal, perfect for both lunch and dinner. The highlight of this dish is its quick preparation, ready in just under 30 minutes, making it ideal for a satisfying meal without the wait.
    One-Pot Garlic Parmesan Pasta in a bowl

    Masala Pasta

    Masala pasta combines the rich flavors of Indian masala, a variety of vegetables, spices, and herbs in a convenient one-pot dish. It's not only delicious and simple to prepare, but also a hit with kids, making it an ideal choice for snacks, dinner, or as a nutritious lunch box meal.
    Veggie masala pasta

    Garlic Butter Baked Salmon

    Enjoy the flaky, fork-tender goodness of Garlic Butter Baked Salmon, an Italian favorite. Prepared with fresh salmon fillets and a rich garlic butter sauce, this dish is a seafood lover's dream. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it's ready in under 30 minutes and can be conveniently baked with vegetables for a complete, savory meal.
    Baked Salmon Fillet in a Foil

    Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon

    Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon combines the sweetness of honey with the rich aroma of garlic, resulting in a deliciously sweet and savory seafood dish. Made with fresh salmon, honey, garlic, and a simple mix of seasoning powders, this dish is both scrumptious and easy to prepare. Ideal for both lunch and dinner, it's a versatile choice that's sure to please.
    Honey Garlic Glazed Salmon in a serving tray

    Honey Garlic Chicken Breast

    Honey Garlic Chicken Breast, a sweet and savory Chinese dish, is easily made with chicken breast or thighs, honey, garlic, and soy sauce. This homemade meal, bursting with flavor, is perfect for lunch or dinner and comes together in under 30 minutes.
    Honey Garlic Chicken Breast in a white plate with rice and broccoli

    Creamy Pesto Chicken

    Pesto Chicken is a rich, creamy, and flavorful Italian dish. It is usually made with boneless chicken breasts, basil pesto sauce, heavy cream, cherry tomatoes, onions, garlic, basic seasonings, parmesan cheese, and pine nuts. Pesto Chicken is one of the easy and best chicken dishes that taste great with pasta dishes, rice dishes, or a simple salad. It is also a popular comfort food that is perfect for both lunch and dinner. And the best part is it comes together in just under 30 minutes.
    Homemade Creamy Pesto Chicken in a black bowl with few ingredients scattered around.

    Teriyaki Salmon

    Teriyaki Salmon is a sweet, savory, and juicy Japanese seafood dish that is glazed in a homemade Teriyaki Sauce. It is usually made with salmon fillets, basic aromatics, mirin sauce, tamari sauce, and other basic seasonings. This homemade Teriyaki Salmon is of one the best and easy-to-make seafood dishes that comes in under 30 minutes. And it pairs great with rice, brown rice, or roasted and baked vegetables for lunch and dinner.
    Teriyaki Salmon fillets in a ceramic baking tray with few ingredients around.

    Shrimp Scampi

    Shrimp Scampi is a rich, juicy, and flavorful Italian-American dish that is typically made with shrimp, garlic, lemon juice, chicken broth, and basic seasonings and herbs. This homemade Shrimp Scampi is one of the best and easy seafood recipes that come together in under 15 minutes and tastes just like your favorite restaurant dish. It tastes great as an appetizer or as a main dish with pasta, rice, bread, or roasted vegetables.
    Shrimp Scampi in a black bowl with few ingredients scattered around.

    Salmon Salad

    Salmon Salad presents a delectable blend of creaminess, crunchiness, and revitalizing flavors. This salad features freshly pan-seared, pan-fried, or grilled salmon, expertly flaked and harmoniously combined with crisp vegetables. The mix is brought together with a creamy dressing, making a delightful combination. As one of the finest cold salmon recipes, Salmon Salad proves an ideal choice for summer for refreshing lunches or dinners. It stands gracefully alone or pairs seamlessly with an array of side dishes, ranging from roasted or baked vegetables to serving as a satisfying sandwich filling.
    Crunchy and creamy salmon salad in a white bowl on a grey table with lettuce, bread on a small plate, and a blue towel.

    Tuna Salad

    Tuna Salad is a light, creamy, and refreshing seafood dish celebrated for its simplicity and delightful flavors. It typically consists of canned tuna, celery, onions, fresh herbs, mayonnaise, and various seasonings. This salad is among the easiest to prepare and serves as a perfect choice for picnics, cookouts, backyard gatherings, or as a light lunch or dinner. It's commonly enjoyed with crackers, lettuce, or as a filling in sandwiches.
    A white bowl filled with fresh homemade Tuna Salad rests on a white table. Surrounding the bowl are slices of bread, lettuce leaves, and pickles, all thoughtfully arranged. A blue towel complements the presentation.

    Shrimp Stir Fry

    Shrimp Stir Fry is a popular Asian seafood dish that is bursting with flavor. While it is often associated with Chinese cuisine, it is also popular in other Asian countries. This dish typically consists of shrimp, vegetables, basic seasonings, aromatics, and a flavorful stir-fry sauce. This homemade shrimp stir fry recipe is easy to make in under 30 minutes and pairs well with rice, noodles, roasted or baked vegetables, and other Asian dishes.
    Shrimp Stir Fry served in a bowl with a side of white rice and few ingredients scattered around.

    Spanish Rice (Mexican Rice)

    Spanish Rice or Mexican Rice is an easy, and flavor-packed authentic rice dish. It is traditionally prepared with long grain rice and a special tomato seasoning mix. This Spanish Rice is one of the popular Mexican restaurant takeout dishes and is usually enjoyed with the dishes like chicken, steak, fish etc for lunch or dinner.
    Authentic Spanish Rice / Mexican Rice

    Fried Rice

    Fried Rice is a fluffy, crisp, and traditional Chinese rice dish that has its origin in Sui Dynasty. It is usually made with cooked cold rice or leftover rice that is stir-fried in a high-heat wok with veggies, eggs, and basic aromatics and seasonings. This homemade Chinese Fried Rice is one of the easy and best rice dishes that taste great with stir fry dishes, and starters for lunch and dinner. The best part is, it is easily customizable, and it takes only under 30 minutes to make the entire dish.
    Homemade Fried Rice in a black bowl on a grey table with few ingredients around.

    Chicken Fried Rice

    Chicken Fried Rice is a classic Chinese dish that combines ease, speed, and bold flavors in one delicious package. It is typically made with boneless chicken, aromatic vegetables, rice, and basic seasonings. This homemade Chicken Fried Rice recipe is one of the best stir-fry dishes to try and can be ready in under 30 minutes. With just a few simple ingredients and a few short steps, you can enjoy a comforting lunch or dinner.
    A bowl of chicken fried rice with a few ingredients scattered around it.

    Shrimp Fried Rice

    Shrimp Fried Rice is a simple and classic Chinese dish loaded with a savory and sweet flavor. Made with succulent shrimp, fresh veggies, fragrant aromatics, and essential seasonings. It is a staple in many Asian homes and restaurants. This recipe for Shrimp Fried Rice stands out among the best, as it can be whipped up in under 30 minutes, making it a versatile choice for lunch and dinner. Enjoy it as a standalone dish or as a delectable accompaniment to your favorite stir-fries or Asian-inspired meals.
    Shrimp Fried Rice in a white plate with few ingredients scattered around.

    Nasi Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice)

    Nasi Goreng is a sweet, savory, and spicy Indonesian fried rice dish. It is typically made with cooked rice, chicken, aromatics, Kecap Manis (sweet soy sauce), and shrimp paste. This popular Indonesian dish is one of the simplest and best stir-fried recipes and is often served with a fried egg, fried onions, and fresh veggies as toppings, making it a filling one-pot meal for both lunch and dinner.
    Nasi Goreng(Indonesian Fried Rice) in a blue bowl with fried eggs and veggies.

    Egg Fried Rice

    Egg fried rice is a quick and flavour filled indo-chinese dish which can be prepared under 20 minutes. This recipe was prepared with basmati rice, veggies, eggs, sauce, and Indian masala. This tasty fried rice can be best served for lunch and dinner.
    vegetable egg fried rice

    Vegetable Stir Fry

    Vegetable Stir Fry is a sweet, mildly spicy, and healthy Chinese dish. It is usually made with fresh veggies, stir fry sauce, and basic aromatics. This homemade Vegetable Stir Fry is one of the best and easy-to-make vegan stir fry dishes and can be served as a side dish with rice, noodles or fried rice for lunch and dinner. And the best part is it comes together in under 30 minutes.
    Vegetable stir fry on a grey table along with rice.

    Chicken Stir Fry

    Chicken Stir Fry is a sweet, savory, and protein-packed Asian dish. It is usually made with chicken, vegetables, and flavor-loaded stir fry sauce. This easy homemade Chicken Stir Fry is one of the best quick-to-make stir fry dishes that taste great for lunch and dinner with rice, brown rice, or noodles. And the bonus is you can enjoy a healthy protein-packed meal in under 30 minutes.
    Chicken Stir Fry in a white bowl with rice with few ingredients around.

    Sweet and Sour Chicken

    Sweet and Sour Chicken is a classic Chinese dish, known for its sweet, sour, and flavorful taste. The dish typically consists of chicken, bell peppers, pineapple, and aromatic ingredients, all stir-fried in a delicious and vibrant sweet and sour sauce. This homemade Sweet and Sour Chicken recipe is one of the best stir-fry dishes that comes together in under 30 minutes. It is perfect for both lunch and dinner and pairs exceptionally well with rice, noodles, and any side vegetables of your choice.
    Sweet and Sour Chicken served in a white bowl along with rice with few ingredients scattered around.

    Pad Thai

    Pad Thai is an authentic Thai stir fry noodles dish filled with sweet and savory flavor. It is typically made with rice noodles, chicken, egg, shrimp, and tofu that are tossed in a unique Pad Thai sauce. This Pad Thai is an absolute treat to enjoy for lunch or dinner and tastes similar to your favorite restaurant take-outs.
    Pad Thai

    Egg Foo Young (Chinese Omelette)

    Dive into the savory world of Egg Foo Young, a Chinese omelet brimming with veggies, your choice of chicken or shrimp, and smothered in a rich brown gravy. Perfect as a hearty main with rice or a tantalizing appetizer with gravy for dipping.
    Egg Foo Young served in a black plate with lemon and cabbage in a cup nearby

    How to Make an Omelette

    Start your day with an omelet: a quick, fluffy delight that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Packed with fresh veggies, melty cheese, and aromatic herbs, it's the perfect breakfast to power up your morning or to enjoy as a tasty, satisfying snack. Best of all? It's ready in a flash – under 30 minutes!
    Omelette in a plate

    Western Omelet

    Indulge in a Western Omelet, a fluffy treasure filled with eggs, crunchy veggies, savory ham, and melty cheese – perfect any time of day, from breakfast to dinner.
    Western Omelet in a serving plate

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Review Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Rate the Recipe!




    Primary Sidebar

    Hey, Nice to see you!

    Sangeetha Vel Yellow Chili's

    Hi, I'm Sangeetha Vel! the author, recipe researcher, creator, and cooking hands behind Yellow Chili's. A realistic, friendly, empathetic, and enthusiastic foodie who loves to share authentic, easy, quick, healthy, instant, and kids-approved recipes.

    More about me →

    Stay Connected
















    Featured Recipes

    • Homemade Lemonade in a serving glass mug.
      Best Homemade Lemonade Recipe
    • Rainbow sherbet punch in glass placed on a table.
      Rainbow Sherbet Punch Recipe
    • Greek yogurt smoothie served in a glass mug with strawberries and banana placed nearby.
      Greek Yogurt Smoothie Recipe
    • Fried chicken legs and thighs in a white bowl with lemon slice and sauces around
      Crispy Deep Fried Chicken Recipe
    • Chicken and Rice in a white bowl on a grey table with few ingredients around.
      Easy and Best One-Pot Chicken and Rice Recipe
    • Teriyaki Salmon fillets in a ceramic baking tray with few ingredients around.
      Teriyaki Salmon Recipe
    • Creamy Salmon Pasta in a bowl
      Creamy Salmon Pasta Recipe
    • Homemade Fried Rice in a black bowl on a grey table with few ingredients around.
      Fried Rice Recipe

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • About Us
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms & Conditions

    Stay Connected

    • Contact Us
    • Sign Up for Recipes

    More Contents

    • Web-Stories

    Copyright © 2023 Yellow Chili's