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5 Lazy Dinners for When You’re Too Tired to Cook (One-Pan, Slow Cooker & More) | Allrecipes
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5 Lazy Dinners for When You’re Too Tired to Cook (One-Pan, Slow Cooker & More) | Allrecipes

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5 Lazy Dinners for When You’re Too Tired to Cook (One-Pan, Slow Cooker & More) | Allrecipes

Looking for lazy spring dinners that basically cook themselves? These 5 low-effort recipes bring big flavor with barely any prep — perfect for nights when you’re too tired to deal but still want something satisfying on the table. With quick assembly and hands-off cooking, this lineup proves you don’t need a ton of energy to make a great meal.

From cozy sandwiches to creamy pasta and set-it-and-forget-it slow cooker favorites, Nicole’s got you covered: savory 5-Minute French Dips, a one-pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken, sweet-and-sticky Crockpot Honey Garlic Meatballs, a bright and creamy Lemon Shrimp “Alfredo,” and an easy Foil Packet Burger Dinner. Whether you’re feeding the family or just trying to get through the week, these dinners deliver maximum payoff for minimal effort.

Timestamps:
00:00 5 Lazy Spring Dinners
00:08 5-Minute French Dips
02:29 One-Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken
06:45 Crockpot Honey Garlic Meatballs
09:35 Lemon Shrimp “Alfredo”
13:58 Foil Packet Burger Dinner

Get the recipes here:

5-Minute French Dips: https://www.allrecipes.com/5-minute-french-dip-sandwiches-recipe-11892889
One-Pan Garlic Parmesan Chicken: https://www.allrecipes.com/one-pan-garlic-parmesan-chicken-dinner-recipe-11933729
Crockpot Honey Garlic Meatballs: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/245596/honey-garlic-meatballs/
Lemon Shrimp “Alfredo”: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/23968/shrimp-alfredo-pasta/
Foil Packet Burger Dinner: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/279347/grilled-taco-burger-and-potato-foil-packets/
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41 Comments

  4. @gailfreeman6967

    On the beef dip can you use low sodium beef broth, those of us on low sodium can't handle the soup in canned soups.

  7. @susanmolnar9606

    I can remember when I was young my mom would make hot open faced on white bread beef with gravy for Monday dinner with the leftovers from Sunday roast beef. Thx for the memories. These recipes look delicious ❣️

  8. @KathyHerrick-l9x

    Hi it’s Kathy from Texas
    . I ❤ watching you! All kinds of ideas and great recipes! I have a question today that’s non-food related. Where did you get that blue jean blouse? ❤ it!

  9. @topdiy707

    I usually rinse the noodles and add them to warm water, then reduce the heat until it boils, at which point the noodles are perfectly soft both inside and out. I love you receipes.

  13. @jacquiequam5791

    I love your version of Alfredo, however since my husband has a shellfish allergy, I would choose to pair it with Italian sausage!!

  22. @elib7311

    Um, can we talk about that slow cooker? I need THAT particular style in my life. Help an old woman out with brand/where to purchase/size?❤

  24. @lynetteetter8097

    OMG. I thought it was only me putting the RARE roast beef in the jujus. Just to rare for me. I'm only 1 minute in. Will post more as I go.

  26. @dianapowell3140

    When my son at about age 11-12 complained about supper I had him make a menu for the week….no desserts! He found out it wasn’t as easy as he thought. Stopped complaining!

  32. @doloresburrows2194

    I watch you every day your recipes are amazing and easy for me. 😊Hope I’m not intruding my ask where did you buy your blouse.

  35. @49ShadesofHey

    I do something similar with sliced deli roast beef but use them to make a cheat Philly Cheesesteak or an Italian steak hoagie. (You could probably do a Chicago Italian beef the same way too). For the Philly, I buy the roast beef, usually sliced between 2-3, and chop it up. Also buy a pint container of the chopped onions & green peppers in the produce section and a jar of minced garlic. Saute the onions and green peppers in oil & butter til translucent, toss in some garlic, then add the meat. Brown it up on the edges, put into the hoagie roll, add cheese sauce. For the Italian steak, do the same as the Philly but add in marinara sauce, put on a hoagie roll, add Parmesan and mozzarella on top and put under the broiler for a minute or two just to melt the cheese.

    And if you don't mind slicing an onion, you can use the same meatballs toss them in some marinara sauce with onions and slow cook. Put those on your hoagie roll and top with cheese for an awesome meatball sub.

  37. @Grace-cs4fs

    Hi Nicole🥰The roasted chicken immediately made my mouth water🤤😋 I ❤ these lazy dinners👍🏻Thanks Nicole for always bringing the best🤤😋🤗💞💞

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