One-Pan Wonders: 3 Easy Dinners with Minimal Cleanup

Busy days call for easy meals with minimal cleanup—that’s where one-pan wonders come in! These simple, delicious meals use just one pot, pan, or sheet so you can spend less time washing dishes and more time relaxing.

1. Sheet Pan Garlic Butter Salmon & Veggies

🕒 Ready in: 25 minutes
Ingredients:

• 2 salmon fillets
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 zucchini, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions:
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2️⃣ Place salmon and veggies on the sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season.
3️⃣ Bake for 20 minutes or until salmon flakes easily. Enjoy!

2. One-Pot Creamy Tomato Basil Pasta

🕒 Ready in: 20 minutes
Ingredients:

• 8 oz pasta
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut milk)
• Fresh basil & parmesan for topping

Instructions:
1️⃣ Add all ingredients (except cream & basil) to a large pot. Bring to a boil.
2️⃣ Stir frequently and cook for 10-12 minutes, until pasta is tender.
3️⃣ Stir in cream, top with basil & parmesan, and serve!

3. Skillet Chicken Fajitas

🕒 Ready in: 15 minutes
Ingredients:

• 2 chicken breasts, sliced
• 1 bell pepper, sliced
• 1 onion, sliced
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon fajita seasoning
• Tortillas & toppings (cheese, salsa, avocado)

Instructions:
1️⃣ Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5 minutes.
2️⃣ Add peppers & onions. Cook for 5-7 more minutes, stirring occasionally.
3️⃣ Serve in warm tortillas with toppings. Done!