One Pot

I love one pot meals because I’m always busy and they’re super easy! Having one skillet to clean liberates my time in the kitchen!

Dinner | One Pot | Pork | Recipes

Espresso Rubbed Pork Chops
ByThe Wholesome Spoon June 1, 2026June 1, 2026

I love some juicy pork chops, and I love a one pot dinner even more! These Espresso Rubbed Pork Chops were sweet, savory, a little bitter – I mean they had a lot going on, and in the best way! These were rubbed with a variety of spices, seared in a skillet, then served in creamy garlic sauce. This was a quick dinner that we all loved, and it goes great with so many different sides. Perfect for a busy weeknight, super flavorful, and super affordable – I mean what’s not to love? This recipe was a winner!

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Chicken | Dinner | Italian | Lunch | One Pot | Recipes | Snacks

Bacon Jam Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps
ByThe Wholesome Spoon May 4, 2026May 4, 2026

This time of year, all I want to eat are fresh veggies, salads, wraps, and sandwiches! They just really hit the spot for me on a hot sunny day! These Bacon Jam Chicken Caesar Salad Wraps were crunchy, creamy, and filled with flavor. The chicken was warm and juicy; the bacon jam was crunchy and sweet! Then you have that smoky chilled Caesar dressing, which was super easy to make and added SO much flavor! Everything was all wrapped into a tortilla with some toasted corn and fresh lettuce, then toasted until golden. These were ridiculously good and everything was made in just one pot!

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Burgers and Sandwiches | Lunch | One Pot | Recipes | Snacks

Grilled Mac and Cheese
ByThe Wholesome Spoon April 30, 2026April 30, 2026

Occasionally, my kids will request a blue box of some classic mac and cheese – and of course, I’m always adding stuff to it and putting some spin on it. It’s nice when you need something easy, and then you’ve hopefully got some leftovers too! It turns out, leftover mac and cheese makes a darn good sandwich! These Grilled Mac and Cheese sandwiches were cheesy and nostalgic AF! They were so easy to make and such a crafty way to enhance some leftover mac and cheese!

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Dinner | Lunch | One Pot | Pork | Recipes

Smoked Andouille Sausage Gyros
ByThe Wholesome Spoon April 27, 2026April 27, 2026

Every once in a while, I get a huge craving for some Gyros! Juicy meat, a soft pita, a garlicky tzatziki sauce – it’s just such a favorite of mine! I wanted to do a unique and easy spin on the classic gyro, so I decided to make these Smoked Andouille Sausage Gyros! These were juicy, smoky, a little spicy, and SUPER yummy! They came together quick too, so this would be a really great recipe for a busy weekday or weekend! Gyro vibes without all the extra hassle!

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Chicken | Dinner | One Pot | Recipes

Hot Honey Fried Chicken Thighs
ByThe Wholesome Spoon April 1, 2026April 2, 2026

I wanted to do something new with chicken thighs because I feel like, they’re really underrated! These Hot Honey Fried Chicken Thighs gave all the fried chicken vibes while being sweet and kinda spicy all at the same time! These were easy to make and even easier to eat! My kids loved them – they were still family friendly! Just grab your favorite dipping sauce and dig in! The messiest meals are usually the yummiest!

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Asian | Beef | Dinner | Lunch | One Pot | Recipes

Sticky Orange Beef Stir Fry
ByThe Wholesome Spoon March 16, 2026March 16, 2026

This Sticky Orange Beef Stir Fry was such a perfect balance of flavors! It was citrusy, it was savory, it was kinda crunchy, with the contrast from the tender veggies. It really had a lot going on! This was a complete hit with the family, and it didn’t take too much time at all! It felt like we had just picked this up from a trendy local restaurant, it was awesome!

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Chicken | Dinner | One Pot | Recipes

Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts
ByThe Wholesome Spoon March 13, 2026March 13, 2026

Sometimes, you just want something easy for dinner, something that can be tossed in the oven or made in one pot, something that can quickly feed your hungry family! These Broccoli Cheddar Stuffed Chicken Breasts were juicy, cheesy, garlicky, and packed with tender broccoli – with just the perfect amount of bite left to it! The crisp on the breasts, and that incredible garlic Dijon sauce spooned over the top?! It was just ridiculous. And so easy!

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Dinner | Dips and Sauces | Italian | One Pot | Recipes | Vegetarian

Brown Butter Alfredo Sauce
ByThe Wholesome Spoon February 25, 2026February 25, 2026

I love an alfredo sauce! I wish I could have it every day! I wish it was as healthy as a salad! This Brown Butter Alfredo Sauce was pretty unique! It was garlicky, that brown butter flavor, the hint of lemon and crushed red pepper in there – it was a total flavor bomb! This sauce was so easy to whip up, and it goes with so many things! Breadsticks, pasta, pizza – I mean you can do so much with a good sauce, especially alfredo!

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Dinner | Lunch | One Pot | Recipes | Soup

Lemon Orzo Soup
ByThe Wholesome Spoon February 18, 2026February 21, 2026

It’s getting a little warmer and sunnier here in the Midwest and boy, do I need it! I wanted to whip something up for my boys that was quick, springy, and tasty! This Lemon Orzo Soup was full of veggies, vibrant lemony flavor, orzo pasta, and some surprising twists! It was such a tasty lunch!

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Chicken | Dinner | One Pot | Recipes

Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice
ByThe Wholesome Spoon January 26, 2026January 26, 2026

I feel like everybody loves a hearty casserole dish! Crank the oven on, throw on some sweats, and have a true comfort meal. This Cheesy Broccoli Chicken and Rice was ridiculously easy to make! It was a dump and bake recipe that tasted absolutely incredible! You’d never know how easy it was because it was poppin’ with all these complex flavors!

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Asian | Dinner | One Pot | Recipes | Seafood

Garlicky Shrimp Fried Rice
ByThe Wholesome Spoon December 31, 2025December 31, 2025

This Garlicky Shrimp Fried Rice was absolutely incredible and it was really easy to make! It didn’t take long at all, and it was a one pot recipe! PERFECT! This was super unique too with the tomatoes and that garlicky flavor in there! It felt like an elevated version of the classic dish many of us love!

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Beef | Dinner | One Pot | Recipes

One Pot Greek Orzo
ByThe Wholesome Spoon December 17, 2025December 17, 2025

This One Pot Greek Orzo was the perfect move on a hectic night! Everything was all made in one dish, and it absolutely slapped! I did whip up a homemade tzatziki which took very minimal effort – and you’d never know because everything tasted SO bomb! This was like a deconstructed gyro bowl situation, that BURSTED with flavor in every bite!

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