One-pot meals

 Here are some one-pot meal ideas that are easy to prepare and minimize cleanup:

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1. One-Pot Chili

Ingredients: Ground beef or turkey, kidney beans, black beans, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika.

Instructions: Brown the meat with onions and garlic in a large pot. Add beans, tomatoes, spices, and simmer for 30 minutes. Top with cheese, sour cream, and cilantro before serving.

Tip: Make it vegetarian by skipping the meat and adding extra beans or lentils.

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2. One-Pot Pasta Primavera

Ingredients: Pasta, mixed vegetables (broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini), garlic, olive oil, vegetable broth, Parmesan cheese.

Instructions: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add pasta, vegetables, and vegetable broth. Cook until the pasta is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Stir in Parmesan cheese before serving.

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3. One-Pot Chicken and Rice

Ingredients: Chicken thighs or breasts, rice, chicken broth, onions, garlic, carrots, peas, thyme, salt, pepper.

Instructions: Sauté chicken with onions and garlic. Add rice, broth, vegetables, and seasonings. Cover and cook until the rice is tender and chicken is cooked through (about 25 minutes).

Tip: Use bone-in chicken for extra flavor.

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4. One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp and Quinoa

Ingredients: Shrimp, quinoa, garlic, lemon juice, vegetable broth, spinach, parsley.

Instructions: Sauté garlic in olive oil, add quinoa, vegetable broth, and lemon juice. Once the quinoa is cooked, stir in shrimp and spinach until the shrimp is pink. Garnish with parsley.

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5. One-Pot Lentil Soup

Ingredients: Green or brown lentils, carrots, celery, onions, garlic, tomatoes, vegetable broth, bay leaves, thyme, salt, pepper.

Instructions: Sauté onions, carrots, and celery in a large pot, then add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add lentils, tomatoes, broth, and seasonings. Simmer for 30-40 minutes until lentils are tender.

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6. One-Pot Baked Ziti

Ingredients: Ziti pasta, marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic, onion, ground beef or Italian sausage (optional).

Instructions: Brown the meat (if using) with onions and garlic. Add pasta and marinara sauce, then stir in ricotta cheese. Cover and bake in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

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7. One-Pot Mexican Rice and Beans

Ingredients: Rice, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, lime, cilantro.

Instructions: Sauté onions and garlic in a pot, then add rice, beans, tomatoes, corn, and spices. Add water or vegetable broth and cook until the rice is tender. Stir in lime juice and fresh cilantro before serving.

Tip: Add grilled chicken or ground beef for extra protein.

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8. One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Spinach Tortellini

Ingredients: Chicken breast or thighs, tortellini, spinach, garlic, heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, chicken broth.

Instructions: Sauté chicken with garlic in a large pot, then add broth, tortellini, and cream. Simmer until the pasta is tender, and then stir in spinach and Parmesan cheese until creamy.

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9. One-Pot Coconut Curry Chickpeas

Ingredients: Canned chickpeas, coconut milk, spinach, carrots, onions, garlic, curry powder, ginger, vegetable broth.

Instructions: Sauté onions, garlic, and ginger, then add curry powder and cook for 1 minute. Add chickpeas, coconut milk, and broth, and simmer until the carrots are tender. Stir in spinach at the end. Serve over rice.

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10. One-Pot Beef and Potato Stew

Ingredients: Beef stew meat, potatoes, carrots, onions, garlic, beef broth, thyme, bay leaves.

Instructions: Brown beef stew meat in a large pot, then add garlic, onions, carrots, potatoes, and broth. Add herbs and simmer for 1-2 hours until the beef is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

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These one-pot meals are not only time-saving but also make for a delicious and satisfying meal with minimal cleanup!