20 One Pot Recipes That You Need to Try (2024)

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One-Pot recipes are a total game changer. They’re perfect for making delicious meals in a pinch and won’t leave you with a mountain of dishes to clean. Today we are rounding up some must-try one-pot meals that will make your life a whole lot easier.

1. Vegan One-Pot Pasta

The first recipe we are sharing today is this delicious one-pot pasta recipe from Michelle of World of Vegan. If you love one-pot dishes (seriously who doesn’t?), you’ll LOVE this vegan one-pot pasta! It’s a creamy, garlicky, fresh, and delicious bowl of comfort food goodness.

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Learn how to make the easiest creamy vegan mac and cheese with just one-pot and less than 30 minutes of your time! All of the flavors and feelings of childhood wrapped up into one easy-to-prepare dish that will make everyone in the family happy. It doesn’t get much better than that.

3. BBQ Jackfruit

This smoky and flavorful BBQ Jackfruit recipe is from Rachel Steenland. The best thing about this recipe is that you can use pulled bbqjackfruitfor any recipe where you’re looking for a 100% plant-based ‘meaty’ filling or side.

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4. One-Pot Minestrone Soup (30-Minutes)

Learn how to make this hearty and delicious one-pot minestrone soup with ease in just 30 minutes!

5. Fettuccini Alfredo

This Fettuccine Alfredo recipe is special. It was created by Michelle Cehn, founder ofWorld of Vegan, and is highlighted inThe Friendly Vegan Cookbook and well as on the Plant Based on a Budget blog. It makes for the perfect family dinner and only uses plant-based ingredients.

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6. One-Pot Red Curry Peanut Ramen (30-Minutes)

Learn how to make this red curry peanut ramen with just 1 pot and about 30 minutes of your time. It’s easy to make, packed with flavor and SO dang good. This will be your new favorite ramen recipe, we guarantee!

7. Vegan Japanese Hot Pot – Nabemono

Next up we have this Vegan Japanese Hot Pot aka Nabemono made by Remy of the Veggiekins Blog. It is a simple and easy dish to make! It’s very customizable, nourishing and perfect for chilly evenings. It can be enjoyed solo, or with friends and family as sort of a social meal.

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8. Easy One-Pot Pasta

If you’re looking for a fuss-free recipe, this vegan one-pot pasta is for you! It requires simple ingredients and is ready in just about 15 minutes. Don’t you worry though, it’s still packed with flavor, hearty and satisfying.

9. Best Vegan Chili

If you’re looking for the best vegan chili recipe, this one by Hannah of Two Spoons is a winner. This vegan chili is easy to make, healthy and wholesome. It’s packed with protein using 3-beans: white beans, kidney and black beans. Needless to say it’s a hearty dish that you can enjoy for a quick dinner.

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10. One-Pot Vegan Hamburger Helper (Cheeseburger Pasta)

Hamburger Helper has never tasted so good! This homemade, vegan version is full-of-flavor, hearty, and down-right delicious. It’s simple to make and requires just one pot and about 30 minutes!

11. Creamy Thai Red Curry Chickpeas

This super fun and delicious recipe is from Francesca of Plantifully Based. These chickpeas are creamy, savory, a little spicy and a little sweet. They pair perfectly with any vegetable and grain.

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12. Vegan Locro De Papa (Ecuadorian Potato and Cheese Soup)

A thick and hearty potato and cheese soup that is perfect for the cold winter months. This locro de papa is easy to make, requires just one pot and will be ready in about 1 hour.

13. Quick Oil-Free Tofu Scramble

Here’s a fun one-pot / pan breakfast idea from Megan of MegUnprocessed. This easy, oil-free tofu scramble is packed with veggies, plant-based protein and lots of essential vitamins for a healthy and nourishing meal.

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14. Easy Sweet Potato Lentil Soup

Learn how to make this easy and cozy soup recipe with just a handful of simple ingredients and less than an hour of your time. It perfect for the winter months so dang good! Plus, it’s vegan!

15. Vegan Lasagna Soup

Here’s a unique soup recipe from Carleigh of PlantYou.This soup packs all the delicious and comforting flavors of a regular vegan lasagna, but without all the mess in the kitchen. Instead of a few hours of preparation, this soup only takes about 30 minutes.

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17. One-Pot Mushroom Stroganoff

This Vegan Mushroom Stroganoff is not only delicious, but can be made in one-pot and is ready in 30 minutes or less. This is one of our favorite one-pot recipes. Are we talking about the perfect meal, or what? Let’s get cookin’!

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18. One-Pot Vegetable Noodle Soup

This hearty vegetable noodle soup is loaded with veggies, packed with flavor, and requires just one pot to make! It’s perfect for cold winter days and can be made in a large batch to enjoy throughout the week.

19. Creamy One-Pot Taco Pasta

Another one of our favorite one-pot recipes. Did someone say Creamy One-Pot Taco Pasta? This is one of our favorite one-pot recipes. Learn how to make this simple and hearty dish using just one-pot and 30 minutes of your time.

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20. Vegan Filipino Pancit Bihon with Chicken (Gluten-Free Option)

This Filipino Pancit Bihon is a staple at all of my family get togethers. It is a rice noodle dish that is loaded with vegetables and served with a sprinkle of green onions and spritz of fresh citrus juice. It is packed with flavor and filling enough to serve as a main dish.

We hope these recipes help inspire your next meal. Make sure you tag usonInstagram@sweetsimpleveganand @consciouschris and hashtag#sweetsimpleveganif you recreate any of ourrecipes, we love tosee your photos!

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20 One Pot Recipes That You Need to Try (2024)

FAQs

What is a good meal for 12 people? ›

19 Ideas For Easy Meals For Large Groups
  • Taco Bar. A taco bar is one of the best inexpensive meals for large groups. ...
  • Meatballs. ...
  • Butter Chicken. ...
  • Lasagna. ...
  • Chili. ...
  • Homemade Pizza. ...
  • Baked Pasta. ...
  • Skewers.
Apr 4, 2023

What to cook for 20 guests? ›

  • Hearty Baked Penne Pasta. This recipe feeds an army. ...
  • Tasty Taco Bar. Everything you need to make your own Taco Bar at home. ...
  • Baked Potato Bar. ...
  • Crockpot Ham. ...
  • Killer Carnitas. ...
  • Chicken Spaghetti. ...
  • Ham and Cheese Sliders. ...
  • Shredded Beef Tacos.
Apr 2, 2024

What to feed 50 people? ›

Feed the masses without breaking the bank with these budget-friendly dishes.
  • Mexican Lasagne. A spicy lasagne for those of us who love Mexican and Italian food. ...
  • Cheese Cob Dip. ...
  • The Best Burger in Oz. ...
  • Kangaroo Casserole. ...
  • Sausage Casserole. ...
  • Nanna's golden sausage casserole. ...
  • Quiche Lorraine. ...
  • Turkey and Pumpkin Lasagne.

What to feed 10 people? ›

From white chicken chili to classic lasagna, more really is merrier if you're ready with one of these family dinners that feed a crowd.
  • Classic Lasagna. ...
  • Pulled Pork. ...
  • White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Sloppy Joes. ...
  • Beef Stew with Carrots & Potatoes. ...
  • Gail Simmons' Epic Spaghetti Pie. ...
  • Moroccan-Style Brisket with Dried Fruit & Capers.

What to feed 25 people? ›

Easy Meat Dishes that are Great to Feed to a Crowd
  • Simple Barbecue Beef Roast.
  • Simple Overnight Saucy Crock Pot Chicken.
  • Simple Overnight Melt-in-Your-Mouth Beef Roast.
  • Simple Oven Fried Chicken.
  • Simple Honey Mustard Chicken Legs.
  • Simple Roasted Rotiserie Chicken.
  • Simple Hawaiian Beef Roast.
  • Simple Garlic Parmesan Chicken Legs.
Jul 24, 2011

How can I feed 50 guests cheap? ›

Pasta Bar: Set up a DIY pasta bar with options like spaghetti, penne, and bowtie pasta along with marinara sauce, Alfredo sauce, meatballs, grilled chicken, and a variety of vegetables. Pasta is inexpensive and filling, and guests can customize their plates to their liking.

What should I feed 20 people on a budget? ›

Cheap tricks for the best outdoor cookouts.
  • 1 / 7. Hot Dog Snack Board. ...
  • 2 / 7. No-Cook Dip and Veggie Summer Board. ...
  • 3 / 7. Instant Pot Pulled Porchetta Sandwiches. ...
  • 4 / 7. Chicken Caesar Salad Skewers. ...
  • 5 / 7. Chopped BBQ Chicken Salad. ...
  • 6 / 7. Fish Tacos. ...
  • 7 / 7. Ice Cream Sandwiches for a Crowd.
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What is the best cheap food to feed a crowd? ›

Create a “Bar” and feed everyone cafeteria-style

There are lots of bar ideas out there, such as the Nacho bar, Baked potato bar, Burrito bar, Hot dog bar, Root Beer float bar, Hawaiian Haystacks bar, Sandwich bar, etc. All of these can be done on the cheap, and links to all these ideas can be found below.

What to cook for lots of people? ›

When feeding the masses, think big: pastas, one-pot dishes, and food that is perfect for sharing amongst many. Frittatas and slices that are easily divided can be handy for any occasion, as can hearty salads and large bakes.

What's the cheapest way to feed a crowd? ›

Budget meals for large families
  1. Orzotto with pancetta & peas. ...
  2. Double bean & roasted pepper chilli. ...
  3. Halloumi flatbreads. ...
  4. Slow cooker ratatouille. ...
  5. Easy sausage casserole.
  6. Courgette & tomato soup. ...
  7. Mexican pulled chicken & beans.
  8. Vegetable curry for a crowd.

What to cook when homeless? ›

Easy meals for homeless
  • Frozen breakfast sandwiches to last 3 weeks! Frozen breakfast sandwiches to last 3 weeks! ...
  • Tiffany Sotelo. ...
  • One-Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta - Mother Thyme. ...
  • White Sauce Penne Pasta. ...
  • Easy Chili Mac. ...
  • Easy Dinner Idea: Oven Baked Meatball Sandwiches Recipe. ...
  • Baked Cheddar Ranch Potatoes, Cheesy Red Potatoes.

What to feed 15 people? ›

From lasagne to nachos, biryani to roasts, these delicious dinner party recipes are guaranteed to satisfy even the hungriest of guests.
  • 1Cinnamon-spiced chicken with pomegranate dressing. ...
  • 2Massaman beef pie with crushed potato topping. ...
  • 3One-pan yellow pork curry with coconut rice. ...
  • 4Shredded chilli beef with loaded nachos.

How much food do I need to serve 12 people? ›

Rules to Plan By

Each adult will consume 1 pound of food total; children, about 1/2 pound. The more options you have, the less you need of each; decrease the main course portion sizes by 1 to 2 ounces if served on a buffet. Guests will always eat — and drink — more at night than during the day.

What's a good meal to make for a large group? ›

Introduction: Easy Meals For Large Groups
  • The Classic Spaghetti and Meatballs. What's not to love about a heaping plate of spaghetti and meatballs? ...
  • Tantalizing Tacos. Who doesn't adore tacos? ...
  • Perfectly Baked Potatoes. ...
  • Pizza Extravaganza. ...
  • Mouthwatering Pulled Pork. ...
  • Fabulous Fajitas. ...
  • Hearty Chili. ...
  • Build-Your-Own Sandwiches.
Oct 19, 2023

How many pounds do I need to feed 12 people? ›

Generally, an adult will eat about 1lb of food per seating. So if you are serving 4 portions of food, you need about 1/4 lb per person.

What is a special meal with lots of food for many people? ›

These recipes each take just a few minutes of prep!
  • Simple Barbecue Beef Roast.
  • Simple Overnight Saucy Crock Pot Chicken.
  • Simple Overnight Melt-in-Your-Mouth Beef Roast.
  • Simple Oven Fried Chicken.
  • Simple Honey Mustard Chicken Legs.
  • Simple Roasted Rotiserie Chicken.
  • Simple Hawaiian Beef Roast.
Jul 24, 2011

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