Nothing is easier than (almost) literally throwing dinner in the oven. These recipes require hands-on time of just ten minutes or less before they go in the oven (and you can head for the easy chair).
80 Easy Dinner Recipes You Can Just Throw in the Oven
Updated on Sep. 24, 2024
Sheet-Pan Chipotle-Lime Shrimp Bake
I like to make this seafood dinner for company because it tastes amazing, but takes very little effort to throw together. Use asparagus, Broccolini or a mix of the two. It’s all about what’s available for a decent price. —Colleen Delawder, Herndon, Virginia
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Catalina Chicken
Total Time
35 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Using salad dressing to make this family favorite helps keep the prep time to only 10 minutes. I like to spoon extra sauce over the baked Catalina chicken just before serving. —Frances Roberts, Silver Spring, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half: 261 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 727mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein.
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Chicken Stuffing Bake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
At my bridal shower a few years ago, each guest brought a recipe card with their best dish. We’ve tried everyone’s recipe, but this chicken stuffing bake is a favorite. —Nicole Vogl Harding, Spokane, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 402 calories, 27g fat (15g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 947mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 16g protein.
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Pineapple Chicken
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm always on the lookout for low-fat recipes that are scrumptious, too, like this pineapple chicken recipe. Quick-cooking chicken breasts get wonderful, sweet flavor from pineapple, honey and teriyaki sauce. —Jenny Reece, Lowry, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 247 calories, 6g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fruit, 1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Golden Pork Chops
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I have a large family and am always looking for easy recipes that will please all of them. This pork chop dish is definitely one of them. —Betty Sparks, Windsor, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 415 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 610mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 3g fiber), 37g protein.
6/80
Fast Chicken Divan
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Frozen broccoli and leftover chicken get a simple—but elegant—treatment in a meal-in-one dish. It’s easy to she dress up chicken with a saucy blend of cream soup and mayonnaise. I top it all off with a golden, cheesy crumb topping.— Bertille Cooper, St. Inigoes, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 629 calories, 49g fat (14g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 944mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein.
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Meat-and-Potato Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For variety, you can use another kind of cream soup (cream of mushroom, for instance). But try this meat and potato casserole this way first.—Marna Heitz, Farley, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 374 calories, 19g fat (11g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 778mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 22g protein.
8/80
Greek Sheet-Pan Chicken
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love roasted vegetables and keeping things simple. One bowl and one sheet pan, that’s it. You could certainly use boneless chicken and add other veggies to this Greek sheet-pan chicken. Then serve it with cucumber salad. —Sara Martin, Whitefish, Montana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 481 calories, 24g fat (5g saturated fat), 92mg cholesterol, 924mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 4g fiber), 31g protein.
9/80
Fish Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I recently tried this simple fish casserole, and it was an instant hit here at our house. Fish and rice are a tasty change of pace from traditional meat-and-potato fare. —Jo Groth, Plainfield, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 392 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 81mg cholesterol, 722mg sodium, 31g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 29g protein.
10/80
Easy Arroz con Pollo
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My children really look forward to dinner when they know I’m serving this—and it’s easy to make.
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 334 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 1055mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 31g protein.
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Deviled Chicken
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family has always loved this flavorful golden brown chicken. I watch for frequent sales on leg quarters to keep the cost per serving low. —Linda Trammell, Kingston, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 leg quarter: 345 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 567mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 30g protein.
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Baked Tilapia
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've decided to cook healthier for my family, and that includes having more fish at home. This is an amazing recipe, and it's fast, too! —Hope Stewart, Raleigh, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 224 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 106mg cholesterol, 304mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat.
13/80
Sheet-Pan Pork Supper
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I created this pork tenderloin sheet-pan dinner to suit our family’s needs. It’s so quick and easy to clean up since you use one pan for everything! Use any variety of small potatoes—fingerlings or other colored potatoes are a fun and delicious option. —Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork with 1-1/4 cups vegetables: 354 calories, 14g fat (6g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 1186mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 28g protein.
14/80
No-Fuss Chicken
Total Time
45 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe could hardly be simpler to prepare. The chicken gets a wonderful tangy taste, and no one will know you used convenient ingredients like a bottle of salad dressing and onion soup mix...unless you tell them. —Marilyn Dick, Centralia, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 275 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 635mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
15/80
Meatball Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I always keep meatballs and pizza crusts in the freezer to make this specialty on the spur of the moment. Add a tossed salad and you have a delicious dinner. —Mary Humeniuk-Smith, Perry Hall, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 320 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 35mg cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Dill Sauce for Salmon
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing like fresh salmon, and my mom bakes it just right so it nearly melts in your mouth. Plus, the sour cream dill sauce is subtly seasoned with horseradish so that it doesn't overpower the delicate salmon flavor. —Susan Emery, Everett, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 418 calories, 33g fat (11g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 643mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
17/80
Lemon-Dijon Pork Sheet-Pan Supper
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Most nights I need something that I can get on the table with minimal effort and delicious results. This sheet-pan supper has become an all-time favorite, not only because of its bright flavors but also because of its speedy cleanup time. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop with 1-1/4 cups vegetables: 516 calories, 17g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 505mg sodium, 51g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 9g fiber), 39g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 5 lean meat, 3 starch, 1-1/2 fat, 1 vegetable.
18/80
Hot Dog Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When our children were small and I was super busy, I would make this quick hot dog casserole. Kids love it.—JoAnn Gunio, Franklin, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 52mg cholesterol, 967mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 11g protein.
19/80
Baked Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I often make this very moist and flavorful baked salmon for company because I can have it ready in less than half an hour. This salmon with lemon is well complemented by rice or a green vegetable and a tossed salad. —Emily Chaney, Penobscot, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked salmon: 209 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 78mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
20/80
Chicken Crouton Casserole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This Chicken Crouton Casserole recipe has practically made my mom famous. When she takes it to get-togethers, it’s loved by all who taste it. Whenever she serves it to family, the dish is empty by the end of the meal. —Beth Gramling, Warren, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 515 calories, 26g fat (12g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 1393mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
21/80
Pizza Tater Tot Casserole
Total Time
45 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For a spin on a classic casserole, try this easy version. For a fun twist, just add your family’s favorite pizza toppings! —Sharon Skildum, Maple Grove, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 572 calories, 32g fat (13g saturated fat), 96mg cholesterol, 1081mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 5g fiber), 36g protein.
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Spinach Ravioli Bake
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This entree is unbelievably simple to prepare yet tastes delicious. The fact that you use frozen ravioli—straight from the bag without boiling or thawing—saves so much time.—Susan Kehl, Pembroke Pines, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 470 calories, 17g fat (7g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 1441mg sodium, 54g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 27g protein.
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Savory Pork Roast
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love this herbed roast so much that I make it as often as I can. It's wonderful for special occasions, particularly when served with sweet potatoes and corn muffins. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked pork: 188 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 240mg sodium, 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat.
24/80
Easy Glazed Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It takes only four ingredients and a few moments to make this delightful main dish. —Tara Ernspiker, Falling Waters, West Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
6 ounce-weight: 394 calories, 18g fat (4g saturated fat), 100mg cholesterol, 568mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein.
25/80
Tina's Pot Roast
Total Time
2 hours 55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tender pot roast is a hearty, "feel good" meal. It's also kid-friendly. Even picky eaters usually gobble it up. The last time I made this for my family, the gravy was so tasty that we poured it over the entire meal—meat, carrots and potatoes! —Tina Meyer, Lake Orion, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 450 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 907mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 37g protein.
26/80
Parmesan Baked Cod
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is a goof-proof way to keep oven-baked cod moist and flavorful. My mom shared this recipe with me years ago and I've loved it ever since. —Mary Jo Hoppe, Pewaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 247 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 500mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 3 fat.
27/80
Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A chicken club pizza topped with lettuce, tomatoes and dressing? You’re in for a treat! Vegetables give the cheesy crust a cool crunch. —Debbie Reid, Clearwater, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 444 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 939mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein.
28/80
Orange-Glazed Pork Loin
Total Time
1 hour 30 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is one of the best pork recipes I've ever tried. My family looks forward to this roast for dinner, and guests always want the recipe. The flavorful rub, and the glaze brightened with orange juice, are also outstanding on pork chops. —Lynnette Miete, Alna, Maine
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked pork with 1 tablespoon glaze: 199 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 212mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
29/80
Dijon-Crusted Fish
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Dijon, Parmesan and a hint of horseradish give this toasty fish lots of flavor. The preparation is so easy, it takes just 5 to 7 minutes to get four servings ready for the oven. —Scott Schmidtke, Chicago, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 214 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 292mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch.
30/80
Sour Cream Chicken
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like this sour cream chicken because you can make it ahead of time. Simply chill the chicken and sour cream mixture together overnight. Then coat it with bread crumbs the next day. —Nancy Stec, Upperco, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked chicken: 423 calories, 23g fat (11g saturated fat), 123mg cholesterol, 795mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 30g protein.
31/80
Biscuit Chicken Potpie
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty meal in one takes just 10 minutes to assemble before you can pop it into the oven. —Dorothy Smith, El Dorado, Arkansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 376 calories, 14g fat (4g saturated fat), 103mg cholesterol, 966mg sodium, 38g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 5g fiber), 23g protein.
32/80
Roast Pork
Total Time
2 hours 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Meet the Cook: We used to raise our own hogs. This recipe was given me by a fellow farmer who also had pork on the dinner table a couple of times a week.
I'm a dietitian at the local VA hospital. Cooking, of course, is one of my top pastimes! My husband and I have four children and one grandson.
-Denise Collins, Chillicothe, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 280 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 434mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 28g protein.
33/80
Sensational Spiced Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A bold rub gives this quick seafood entree fantastic flavor. Paired with a green veggie and rice, my spicy salmon is a delightful weeknight dinner that’s special enough for company. —Michele Doucette, Stephenville, Newfoundland and Labrador
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 244 calories, 13g fat (3g saturated fat), 67mg cholesterol, 392mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
34/80
Cranberry Chicken and Wild Rice
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Tender chicken is baked in a sweet-tart cranberry sauce for this elegant entree. This chicken is delicious, and it’s so easy to prepare and I love that I can do other things while it bakes. —Evelyn Lewis, Independence, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half with 1/2 cup rice mixture: 332 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 592mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (19g sugars, 2g fiber), 26g protein.
35/80
Barbecue Pork Chops in the Oven
Total Time
50 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mother has fixed this recipe for years and now I prepare it for my family. The chops are delicious with scalloped potatoes and home-baked bread. —Teresa King, Whittier, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop: 359 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 111mg cholesterol, 491mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 36g protein.
36/80
Tilapia with Corn Salsa
Total Time
10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family loves fish, and this quick and tasty dish is very popular at my house. Though it tastes like it takes a long time, it cooks in minutes under the broiler. We enjoy it with lemon wedges with couscous on the side. —Brenda Coffey, Singer Island, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3/4 cup salsa: 354 calories, 10g fat (2g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 934mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 38g protein.
37/80
Baked Tilapia
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
If you need a healthy, keep-it-simple solution to dinner tonight, you just found it. This restaurant-quality tilapia fillet recipe relies on spices you're likely to have on hand to deliver big flavor. This is how to make tilapia. —Dana Alexander, Lebanon, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 193 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 589mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
38/80
Balsamic-Seasoned Steak
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This simple recipe ensures a tender steak without a long marinating time. Steak sauce and balsamic vinegar are a great team, and you can’t go wrong with melty Swiss on top.
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef with 1/2 ounce cheese: 188 calories, 8g fat (3g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 116mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
39/80
Walnut-Crusted Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I can get salmon for a good price, I always turn to this simple and delicious recipe. It’s good served with mashed potatoes and fresh green beans, too. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 295 calories, 17g fat (3g saturated fat), 57mg cholesterol, 243mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
40/80
Sweet and Spicy Pork Chops
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My husband used to get home from work before me, and one evening, he cooked this for dinner. We've used the same recipe ever since. It's delicious. —Kathy Kirkland, Denham Springs, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop: 212 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 55mg cholesterol, 137mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 22g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch.
41/80
Chicken Aloha
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This chicken is a welcome way to cook a quick, delicious meal. —Beth Corbin, Sarasota, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 288 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 992mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (36g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
42/80
Ham ‘n’ Tater Bake
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Get ready for a gourmet loaded baked potato in casserole form. This is so good, I can’t resist making it several times a month. And, it’s a quick and easy dish for company, too. My sister gave me the recipe, and I’m always happy to pass it along. —Peggy Grieme, Pinehurst, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 375 calories, 23g fat (8g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 775mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
43/80
Garlic Bread Pizza
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 pieces
From the Recipe Creator:
Between working full-time, going to school and raising three children, finding time-saving recipes that my family likes is one of my biggest challenges. These quick pizzas pack a huge amount of flavor. —Amy Grim, Chillicothe, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 281 calories, 20g fat (8g saturated fat), 58mg cholesterol, 610mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 12g protein.
44/80
Broiled Chicken & Artichokes
Total Time
15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My wife and I first made this chicken entree as newlyweds, and we have been hooked on it ever since. We make it almost weekly now. It's so simple and affordable, yet delicious and healthy. You can't beat that! —Chris Koon, Midlothian, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 288 calories, 21g fat (5g saturated fat), 77mg cholesterol, 584mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 22g protein.
45/80
Garlic-Ginger Turkey Tenderloins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This good-for-you entree can be on your dinner plates quicker than Chinese takeout—and for a lot less money! Ginger and brown sugar flavor the sauce that spices up the turkey as it bakes. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked turkey with 2 tablespoons sauce : 212 calories, 2g fat (1g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 639mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 0 fiber), 35g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 starch.
46/80
Simple Herbed Scallops
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Living in Kansas, fresh seafood can be hard to come by. Luckily, frozen scallops aren't. This dish offers coastal flavor to those of us in the Midwest. —Sarah Befort, Hays, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 260 calories, 18g fat (11g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 754mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
47/80
Cheesy Chile Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A short list of ingredients packs full flavor in this easy-to-assemble casserole. Serve it as the star of your next meal. —Phyllis Bidwell, Las Vegas, Nevada
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 304 calories, 21g fat (14g saturated fat), 125mg cholesterol, 538mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 0 fiber), 18g protein.
48/80
Lemon-Rosemary Pork Tenderloin
Total Time
35 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tender pork is seasoned with a wonderful herb and lemon rub I created. Even my husband, who is a chef, thinks this dish is special enough for company. —Carol Birkemeier, Nashville, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked pork: 169 calories, 7g fat (2g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 193mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
49/80
Spicy Apricot-Glazed Chicken
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Looking for a new chicken idea? Save yourself a trip to the store and check the fridge first. I found out chili sauce, mustard and apricot preserves for a sweet, hot flavor. —Sonya Labbe, West Hollywood, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half : 209 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 476mg sodium, 23g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
50/80
Baked Caesar Chicken
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy, fast to fix and delicious, this meal maker is a winner! —Kirsten Norgaard, Astoria, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken breast half : 320 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 98mg cholesterol, 530mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 38g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.
51/80
Baked Tilapia with Panko Bread Crumbs
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This baked tilapia is perfectly crunchy. Dip it in the fresh lime mayo for a burst of bright citrus flavor. —Leslie Palmer, Swampscott, Massachusetts
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 186 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 401mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
52/80
Tomato-Basil Baked Fish
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe works successfully with many kinds of fish, while the rest of the ingredients are things you’re likely to have on hand. Baked fish is so simple and so good for you. I make this often! —Annie Hicks, Zephyrhills, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 121 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 24mg cholesterol, 256mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
53/80
Mediterranean Tilapia
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I recently became a fan of tilapia. The mild taste makes it easy to top with our favorite ingredients. And it’s low in calories and fat. What’s not to love? —Robin Brenneman, Hilliard, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 197 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 88mg cholesterol, 446mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1/2 fat.
54/80
Speedy Hummus Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
6 slices
From the Recipe Creator:
What started as an appetizer is now one of my favorite Mediterranean meals. I make sure I always have the ingredients, so I can whip it up in a hot minute. I like to use fresh tomatoes instead of sun-dried ones when they're in season, and sometimes I throw in some chopped artichoke hearts, too. —Nikki Haddad, Germantown, Maryland
55/80
Zesty Baked Catfish
Total Time
20 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This catfish combines common pantry seasonings for a taste that's anything but basic. —Karen Conklin, Supply, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 259 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 80mg cholesterol, 386mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein.
56/80
Baked Italian Tilapia
Total Time
50 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
It's easy to include healthful fish in your weekly menus with recipes as tasty and simple as this one! —Kimberly McGee, Mosheim, Tennessee
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 215 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 645mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 36g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 vegetable.
57/80
Oven-Barbecued Pork Tenderloins
Total Time
40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family still savors and prepares this luscious heirloom recipe. —Ruby Williams, Bogalusa, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounce-weight: 151 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 185mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
58/80
Caesar Orange Roughy
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm so thankful that my mother taught me to cook at a young age. She won several cooking contests over the years and this is one of my favorite recipes of hers. —Mary Lou Boyce, Wilmingon, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 421 calories, 28g fat (6g saturated fat), 93mg cholesterol, 716mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
59/80
Big Kahuna Pizza
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A prebaked pizza crust and refrigerated barbecued pork make this tasty supper idea super fast and super easy. Cut into bite-sized pieces, and it can double as a great last-minute appetizer, too! —Joni Hilton, Rocklin, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 343 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 33mg cholesterol, 856mg sodium, 45g carbohydrate (20g sugars, 2g fiber), 19g protein.
60/80
Baked Chicken Fajitas
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I can't remember when or where I found this oven-baked fajitas recipe, but I've used it nearly every week since. We like it with hot sauce for added spice. —Amy Trinkle, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
2 fajitas: 375 calories, 14g fat (3g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 838mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 22g protein.
61/80
Lemon-Garlic Pork Chops
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My son James created these zesty chops spiced with paprika and cayenne. He keeps the spice rub in a jar to use with chops or chicken. —Molly Seidel, Edgewood, New Mexico
Nutrition Facts:
1 pork chop: 233 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 638mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat.
62/80
Oven-Barbecued Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Late last summer, the South Carolina heat drove me indoors and away from my grill. So I changed my favorite grill recipe to be made in the oven with just as tasty results. —Mandy Rivers, Lexington, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 301 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 340mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1/2 starch.
63/80
Garlic Lime Salmon
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This moist and tender fish is lightly seasoned, so leftovers work well in other recipes. —Gail Uchwat, Sand Springs, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
Nutrition Facts: 1 serving (4 ounces) equals 380 calories, 30 g fat (5 g saturated fat), 67 mg cholesterol, 68 mg sodium, 3 g carbohydrate, 1 g fiber, 23 g protein.
64/80
Honey Hoisin Chicken & Potatoes
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When I was a little, Tutu (my grandma) cooked up this blend of Asian and American flavors. The potatoes are delicious drizzled with pan juices. —Janet Yee, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 chicken thigh with 1 cup potato mixture and 3 tablespoons sauce: 561 calories, 16g fat (4g saturated fat), 82mg cholesterol, 910mg sodium, 75g carbohydrate (27g sugars, 6g fiber), 29g protein.
65/80
Garlic Herbed Beef Tenderloin
Total Time
45 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
You don't need much seasoning to add flavor to this tender beef roast. The mild blend of rosemary, basil and garlic does the trick. —Ruth Andrewson, Leavenworth, Washington
Nutrition Facts:
3 ounces cooked beef: 198 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 78mg cholesterol, 249mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat.
66/80
Meatball Flatbread
Total Time
22 min
Servings
4 flatbreads
From the Recipe Creator:
As amazing as this flatbread is, you would never guess how unbelievably easy it is to make. And hiding veggies in the sauce is a clever trick, especially if you have kids. For a crunchy crust, bake the naan in the oven until slightly crispy on top before adding the tomato sauce. —Kimberly Berg, North Street, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 flatbread: 228 calories, 10g fat (5g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 835mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
67/80
Chicken Ranch Flatbreads
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To get my son to try new things, I revamped this mini pizza. Mr. Picky ate it, so it’s definitely family-friendly, even for those with fussy tastes. —Jenny Dubinsky, Inwood, West Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 pita pizza: 448 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 86mg cholesterol, 888mg sodium, 42g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 5g fiber), 37g protein.
68/80
Personal Margherita Pizzas
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This family-friendly supper is simplicity at its finest. Golden-brown, melted fresh mozzarella and a sprinkling of fresh basil give these personal pies Italian-inspired flavors. —Jerry Gulley, San Francisco, CA
Nutrition Facts:
1 pizza: 407 calories, 15g fat (8g saturated fat), 45mg cholesterol, 675mg sodium, 48g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 18g protein.
69/80
Caesar Salmon with Roasted Tomatoes & Artichokes
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This is my "go to" recipe for quick dinners, family or guests. It's colorful, healthy, easy to prepare and absolutely delicious. The best part is it only calls for five ingredients! —Mary Hawkes, Prescott, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 3/4 cup tomato mixture: 318 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 73mg cholesterol, 674mg sodium, 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 2g fiber), 28g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1 fat.
70/80
Ribs with Plum Sauce
Total Time
1 hour 40 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I found the recipe for this tangy-sweet basting sauce when a surplus of plums sent me searching for new ideas to use all the fruit. In summer, I like to finish the ribs on the grill, brushing on the sauce, after first baking them in the oven. — Marie Hoyer, Hodgenville, Kentucky
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 948 calories, 53g fat (20g saturated fat), 213mg cholesterol, 2005mg sodium, 61g carbohydrate (57g sugars, 0 fiber), 55g protein.
71/80
Crispy Dill Tilapia
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every week I try to serve a new healthy fish. With its fresh dill and delicious panko bread crumb herb crust, this dish with mild tilapia is a winner. —Tamara Huron, New Market, Alabama
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 256 calories, 9g fat (2g saturated fat), 83mg cholesterol, 251mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 34g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 starch.
72/80
Haddock with Lime-Cilantro Butter
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here in Louisiana, the good times roll when we broil fish and serve it with lots of lime juice, cilantro and butter. —Darlene Morris, Franklinton, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet with 1 tablespoon butter mixture: 227 calories, 10g fat (6g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 479mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 2 fat.
73/80
Barbecued Chicken Pizza
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
Nutrition Facts:
1 slice: 510 calories, 18g fat (7g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1158mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 35g protein.
74/80
Turkey Alfredo Pizza
Total Time
25 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A longtime family favorite, this thin-crust pizza is both tasty and nutritious. It's an excellent way to use up leftover turkey, too. —Edie DeSpain, Logan, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 300 calories, 9g fat (4g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 823mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
75/80
Sliced Ham with Roasted Vegetables
Total Time
45 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To prepare this colorful, zesty oven meal, I "shop" in my backyard for the fresh garden vegetables and oranges (we have our own tree!) that spark the ham's hearty flavor. It's my family's favorite main dish. —Margaret Pache, Mesa, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 375 calories, 5g fat (1g saturated fat), 71mg cholesterol, 1179mg sodium, 55g carbohydrate (15g sugars, 7g fiber), 31g protein.
76/80
Walnut-Crusted Ginger Salmon
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For those who aren’t wild about fish, this gingery salmon is a game-changer. Baking on foil makes for extra-easy cleanup. —Becky Walch, Orland, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 349 calories, 22g fat (4g saturated fat), 85mg cholesterol, 468mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 5 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
77/80
Sheet-Pan Sausage and Veggies
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This recipe is tasty, quick and easily doubled for last-minute dinner guests. Cook it in the oven or on the grill, and add the veggies of your choice. —Judy Batson, Tampa, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
2 cups: 491 calories, 37g fat (13g saturated fat), 64mg cholesterol, 1430mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 5g fiber), 18g protein.
78/80
Orange Pomegranate Salmon
Total Time
35 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A colorful, festive salmon dish makes an impressive addition to your holiday table—and it is as delicious as it is beautiful. What will no one guess? How easy it is to cook. I serve this with roasted baby potatoes and asparagus for a showstopping meal that is wonderful for special occasions. —Thomas Faglon, Somerset, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
4 ounces cooked salmon: 307 calories, 19g fat (3g saturated fat), 76mg cholesterol, 274mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 26g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat, 1/2 fruit.
79/80
Pepper and Salsa Cod
Total Time
30 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After tasting a similar dish at the grocery store, my husband figured out how to make this awesome cod topped with salsa and peppers. —Robyn Gallagher, Yorktown, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 183 calories, 3g fat (1g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 512mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 27g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 4 lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 fat.
80/80
Lemon-Parsley Tilapia
Total Time
20 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to include seafood in our weekly dinner rotation but don't want to bother with anything complicated (and it had better taste good or the family will riot). This herbed fish does the trick. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
1 fillet: 124 calories, 4g fat (2g saturated fat), 63mg cholesterol, 359mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1 fat.
