49 Delicious Dinners That Won’t Drain Your Wallet

ByJennifer

Finding tasty and affordable dinner options doesn’t have to be a challenge. We’ve put together a collection of easy and cheap dinner recipes that will help you save both time and money.

These recipes are perfect for busy weeknights when you want something quick, delicious, and budget-friendly. With our collection, you can enjoy flavorful meals without breaking the bank.

Tuna Casserole with Crushed Potato Chips

Tuna Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our Tuna Casserole is a fantastic choice for a quick, comforting meal that the whole family will love. Its creamy, hearty goodness is perfect for busy weeknights or lazy weekends.

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Easy Shepherd’s Pie

Easy Shepherd's Pie recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Make dinner a breeze with this Easy Shepherd’s Pie recipe! Hearty beef, mixed veggies, and creamy potatoes. Perfect for weeknights.

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Easy Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs For Busy Days

Slow CookerSwedish Meatballs recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Slow Cooker Swedish Meatballs are all about making comfort food simple. With just a handful of ingredients and a slow cooker, you can have tender meatballs in a rich, creamy sauce that’s sure to please everyone. Whether you’re serving them over potatoes, noodles, or with a side of veggies, this dish makes family dinners easier and more delicious.

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Creamy Chicken Noodle Casserole

Chicken and Noodle Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our Chicken and Noodle Casserole is an easy, family-friendly dish that brings comfort to the dinner table. With its creamy sauce, cheesy goodness, and crunchy cracker topping, it’s a dish that’s sure to become a regular in your meal rotation.

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Walking Taco Casserole

Walking Taco Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This Walking Taco Casserole is a nostalgic and easy dinner that brings all the fun of walking tacos into a simple, delicious bake. It’s perfect for busy weeknights and sure to be a family favorite.

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Frikadellen

Frikadellen recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Frikadellen are tasty, hearty burger-like patties often served on a roll with a side of mustard and Potato or Cucumber Salad.

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Easy Cheesy Beef & Bean Casserole

Beef and Bean Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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This easy cheesy beef and bean casserole is perfect for a quick, tasty, and satisfying dinner. Perfect for busy weeknights.
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Cabbage & Noodles With Bacon

Fried Cabbage Noodle recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Cabbage and Noodles With Bacon (German: Krautfleckerl) is a close relative of the Eastern European dish Haluski. Tender pasta with crispy bacon, ham, onions, and sweet cabbage.

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Easy Chicken and Stuffing Casserole

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Chicken and Stuffing Casserole is the ultimate comfort food that feels like a hug on a plate. With its creamy texture, tender chicken, and crunchy stuffing topping, it’s a dish that brings everyone to the table with a smile. Plus, it’s quick enough for weeknights and versatile enough to swap in your favorite vegetables or seasonings.

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Sloppy Joe Casserole

Sloppy Joe Casserole by Tessie's Table.
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Sloppy Joe Cornbread Casserole combines savory beef and a sweet cornbread topping in one easy dish. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner

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Dirty Rice With Sausage

Dirty Rice recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Learn how to make Dirty Rice And Sausage at home. This hearty one-pot dish features ground beef, long-grain rice, and cajun seasoning.

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Easy Cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole

Beef Enchilada Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our cheesy Beef Enchilada Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that’s easy to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. With simple ingredients and a straightforward process, it’s a recipe that delivers big on comfort and taste.

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Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili

Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili by Tessie's Table.
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Creamy, spicy, and flavorful, this Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is perfect for those cool days when you need a bowl of comfort.

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Easy Big Mac Casserole with Tater Tots

Big Mac Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Making this Homemade Big Mac Sauce at home gives you all the flavor you love with the convenience of your own kitchen. It’s simple, flavorful, and incredibly versatile, perfect for burgers, fries, and more. It’s a great way to take a meal from basic to next-level!

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Kale and White Bean Soup

Kale and White Bean Soup recipe by Tessie's Table.
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Cozy up with this Kale and White Bean Soup, filled with veggies and hearty beans. It’s a perfect quick and creamy lunch or dinner option.

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Crockpot Lasagna

Crockpot Lasagna recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Crockpot Lasagna is a comforting, easy-to-make dish that combines all the classic flavors of a classic lasagna with the convenience of slow cooking. Perfect for busy nights, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite.

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Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak

Crockpot Salisbury Steak recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Easy Slow Cooker Salisbury Steak! Tender beef patties simmered in rich mushroom gravy with simple ingredients. Perfect for a weeknight dinner!

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15-Minute Sweet and Savory Beef Bowl

Korean Beef Bowl recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Discover an easy twist on the classic Korean beef bowl recipe. This ground beef dish combines rich flavors of aromatic spices into a flavorful meal.

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Ham and Potato Casserole

Ham and Cheese Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Indulge in our hearty and filling Ham and Potato Casserole, the perfect recipe for foodies craving a tasty weeknight meal.

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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Meatballs

Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Meatballs recipe by Tessie's Table.
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Slow Cooker Butter Chicken Meatballs are an easy, flavorful meal made with frozen meatballs and a creamy, spiced sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights!

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Hearty Old-Fashioned Potato Soup

Hearty Old-Fashioned Potato Soup recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Get cozy with this rich and creamy Old Fashioned Potato Soup. Made with tender potatoes, onion, bacon, milk, and broth. Simple and delicious.

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Ground Beef Taco Casserole

Taco Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Spice up taco night with this easy Taco Casserole recipe! Everybody will be asking for seconds of this spin on a Mexican favorite.

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Cheesy Meatball Casserole

Cheesy Meatball Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Enjoy our Cheesy Meatball Casserole, a blend of juicy meatballs, rich marinara, and gooey cheese. It’s a family favorite that’s easy to make!

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Hearty Bolognese

Bolognese recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Our Ultimate Bolognese Sauce recipe is rich, hearty, and easy to make. Perfect for family dinners, it’s sure to become a favorite!

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Easy Cheesy Chicken Enchilada Casserole in the Slow Cooker

Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Try our Crock Pot Chicken Enchilada Casserole for a delicious dinner that everyone will love. Prep takes just 15 minutes, and your slow cooker will do the rest.

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Easy Crockpot Chicken And Rice

Crockpot Chicken and Rice recipe Cheerful Cook.
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Try this Crockpot Chicken and Rice Recipe! It’s packed with tender chicken, flavorful rice, and veggies, all cooked to perfection in your slow cooker. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep!

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Crockpot Beef Stew

Crockpot Beef Stew recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Crockpot Beef Stew is the kind of recipe that makes life easier. It’s comforting, easy to put together, and fills your home with wonderful smells. Plus, with the leftovers, you’ve got a head start on another delicious meal later in the week.

Get the Recipe: Crockpot Beef Stew

Hawaiian Chicken

Hawaiian Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Get a taste of the tropics with this easy Hawaiian Chicken recipe. It’s a simple, delightful meal that’s packed with flavor.

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Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Zucchini Boats recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Stuffed Zucchini Boats are a great 5-ingredient dinner idea. Tender zucchini filled stuffed and baked to perfection in less than 30 minutes.

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TikTok Spaghetti

TikTok Spaghetti recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Discover the viral sensation – the easiest TikTok Spaghetti, made with six simple ingredients for a hearty family meal.

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Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Cheesy Stuffed Pepper Casserole recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Try our mouthwatering Stuffed Pepper Casserole! Perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, this recipe is quick, easy, and loved by families.

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Easy Crockpot Crack Chicken

Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Indulge in this Crockpot Crack Chicken recipe, featuring tender chicken, creamy Ranch, crispy bacon, and melted Cheddar. A delightful, family-friendly meal awaits!

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Classic German Currywurst

German Currywurst recipe by Cheerful Cook.
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Currywurst is a simple, flavorful dish that brings a lot of warmth and comfort to the table. With its tangy sauce and savory sausages, it’s an easy go-to meal that doesn’t require much effort but delivers big on taste.

Get the Recipe: Classic German Currywurst

Pork Egg Roll In A Bowl

Pork egg roll in a bowl.
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Pork egg roll in a bowl is an easy recipe with ground pork, veggies, and other flavors, which is sure to satisfy a craving for Asian food.

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Turkey Pot Pie

Turkey Pot Pie recipe by Tessie's Table.
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This Turkey Pot Pie is creamy and delicious. Perfect for using up leftovers and creating a hearty, satisfying meal in just 45 minutes.

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Cheeseburger Macaroni

Cheeseburger Macaroni recipe by Cook Dinner Tonight.
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Cheeseburger macaroni recipe makes easy, cheesy hamburger mac in about 30 minutes. This one-pot pasta recipe couldn’t be easier!

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Green Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada

Green Rotisserie Chicken Enchilada recipe by Deliciously Rushed.
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Calling all busy bees! Tonight’s dinner is a fiesta of flavor, made with leftover rotisserie chicken and a sprinkle of pantry magic. Get ready for quick

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Ground Beef And Broccoli

Ground Beef And Broccoli recipe by Living Chirpy.
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Quick and easy recipe for healthy Ground Beef and Broccoli with just 9 ingredients, 25 minutes and one pan.

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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta

Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta recipe by Pumpkin 'N Spice.
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Creamy Lemon Chicken Pasta is an easy recipe that’s ready in 25 minutes. With a sauce made from Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and heavy cream!

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Melt In Your Mouth Chicken

Melt In Your Mouth Chicken recipe by The Cookin Chicks.
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Get ready for a flavor explosion with our Melt-in-your-Mouth Chicken recipe! Juicy, tender, and oh-so-delicious using only 6 ingredients!

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Slow Cooker Baked Ziti

Slow Cooker Baked Ziti recipe by Maria’s Mixing Bowl.
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Slow cooker baked ziti is a rich, cheesy noodle dish loaded with Italian flavor and so easy to make. It’s perfect for meals or parties.

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Cheesy Sausage Potato Casserole

Cheesy Sausage Potato Casserole recipe by Kitchen Divas.
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This easy one pot sausage potato casserole is loaded with seasoned sausage, tender potatoes, loads of cheese, onions, and more.

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Easy Homemade Stovetop Mac And Cheese

Easy Homemade Stovetop Mac And Cheese recipe by Simply Stacie.
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Who doesn’t love mac and cheese? Stovetop Mac and Cheese is so simple to make, you will never want mac and cheese from a box again!

Get the Recipe: Easy Homemade Stovetop Mac And Cheese

Pierogi Casserole

Pierogi Casserole recipe by Simply Stacie.
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Pierogi Casserole is an easy dinner recipe for busy weeknights. Made with frozen pierogis, mushrooms, onions, pasta sauce and cheese.

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Spaghetti With Spinach Sauce

Spaghetti With Spinach Sauce recipe by Erren’s Kitchen.
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This Spaghetti with Spinach Sauce recipe is an easy pasta sauce that’s, healthy & flavorful. A vibrant cheesy, creamy, low-calorie sauce.

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Air Fryer Hot Dogs

Air Fryer Hot Dogs recipe by Busy Day Dinners.
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Air Fryer Hot Dogs are the best quick meal for summer with a fast and easy method that gets them perfectly crispy, just like they’re grilled!

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Quick Beef Noodles With Veggies

Quick Beef Noodles With Veggies recipe by Two Kooks In The Kitchen.
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Whip up a quick and easy one-pot beef noodles dinner in just 20 minutes with ground beef, vegetables, and ramen or instant noodles – all tossed with a delicious savory sauce.

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Ground Beef Fajitas

Ground Beef Fajitas recipe by Semi Homemade Kitchen.
Photo Credit: Semi Homemade Kitchen.

Quick and easy ground beef fajitas ready in 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, this budget-friendly recipe use simple ingredients.

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Pasta With Peas And Ham

Pasta With Peas And Ham recipe by Binky's Culinary Carnival.
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Pasta with peas and ham is a classic Italian dish that combines the savory flavors of ham with the sweetness of peas and the comfort of pasta.

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