13 One-Dish Baked Dinners

Life is busy, and sometimes the last thing you want to do after a long day is scrub pots and pans. That’s where one-dish baked dinners come to the rescue. These meals are simple, flavorful, and cook everything together in a single dish. Minimal cleanup, maximum taste, and plenty of room for creativity.

From hearty meats to veggie-packed bakes, here’s a collection of 13 full recipes, complete with ingredients, quantities, and step-by-step instructions.

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1. Classic Chicken, Potatoes, and Veggies

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 45 min

Ingredients:

  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 medium carrots, cut into sticks
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. In a large baking dish, toss potatoes, carrots, and onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, garlic, paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper.

  3. Rub chicken with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Nestle on top of vegetables. Place lemon slices on chicken.

  4. Bake for 40–45 min until chicken reaches 165°F (74°C) and skin is golden. Toss vegetables halfway through for even roasting.

  5. Garnish with parsley and drizzle pan juices over everything.

2. Sheet-Pan Salmon with Asparagus

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 15 min

Ingredients:

  • 4 salmon fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 lb (450 g) asparagus, trimmed
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh dill (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Place salmon on a sheet pan and surround with asparagus.

  3. Drizzle olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper over all. Lay lemon slices on salmon.

  4. Bake for 12–15 min until salmon flakes easily.

  5. Sprinkle with dill and serve.

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3. Baked Ziti

Servings: 6 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 30 min

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz (340 g) ziti or penne pasta
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1 cup ricotta cheese
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup cooked Italian sausage or vegetables (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook pasta until just under al dente. Drain.

  3. Mix pasta with marinara sauce, ricotta, and sausage or vegetables.

  4. Transfer to a baking dish and top with mozzarella and Parmesan.

  5. Bake 25–30 min until bubbly and golden.

4. Baked Rice with Chicken and Veggies

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 45 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup uncooked long-grain rice
  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup carrots, diced
  • 1 cup peas
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. In a deep baking dish, combine rice, carrots, peas, bell pepper, broth, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  3. Place chicken thighs on top. Cover tightly with foil.

  4. Bake 40–45 min until rice absorbs liquid and chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).

5. Sausage and Peppers Bake

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 40 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) Italian sausages
  • 3 bell peppers, sliced
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 1 lb (450 g) baby potatoes, halved
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. Toss vegetables with olive oil, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.

  3. Nestle sausages among vegetables.

  4. Bake 35–40 min until sausages are cooked and vegetables are tender

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6. Baked Eggplant Parmesan

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 35 min

Ingredients:

  • 2 medium eggplants, sliced ½ inch thick
  • 2 cups marinara sauce
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Brush eggplant slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

  3. Layer eggplant slices, sauce, mozzarella, Parmesan, and breadcrumbs in a baking dish.

  4. Bake 30–35 min until bubbly and golden.

7. One-Dish Beef and Potato Casserole

7. One-Dish Beef and Potato Casserole

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 40 min

Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef
  • 4 medium potatoes, sliced thin
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • 1 cup cream or broth
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Brown ground beef with onions and garlic.

  3. Layer potatoes and beef in a baking dish. Pour cream or broth over top.

  4. Bake 35–40 min until potatoes are tender. Top with cheddar last 5 min.

8. Stuffed Peppers Bake

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 40 min

Ingredients:

  • 4 bell peppers, tops cut off
  • 1 cup cooked rice or quinoa
  • 1 cup cooked ground meat or beans
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • ½ cup shredded mozzarella
  • Salt, pepper, Italian herbs

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Mix rice, meat/beans, tomato sauce, salt, and herbs. Stuff peppers.

  3. Place in a baking dish, cover with foil, bake 30 min.

  4. Remove foil, top with mozzarella, bake 10 more min.

9. One-Pan Shrimp and Vegetable Bake

10. Cheesy Broccoli and Chicken Bake

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9. Cheesy Broccoli and Chicken Bake

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 30 min

Ingredients:

  • 2 chicken breasts, cubed
  • 3 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 can (10 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Toss chicken and broccoli with soup, salt, and pepper in a baking dish.

  3. Top with cheddar and breadcrumbs. Bake 30–35 min.

10. Baked Mac and Cheese with Ham

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 10 min | Cook Time: 25 min

Ingredients:

  • 12 oz (340 g) elbow macaroni
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar
  • 1 cup shredded Gruyère
  • 2 cups milk
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • ½ cup diced ham
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook pasta until al dente.

  3. Make cheese sauce: melt butter, whisk in flour, slowly add milk, stir in cheese.

  4. Mix pasta, sauce, and ham. Transfer to dish, top with breadcrumbs, bake 20–25 min.

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11. One-Dish Baked Chili

Servings: 6 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 1 hr

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or turkey
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Brown the meat: In a large oven-safe skillet or casserole dish, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.

  3. Add aromatics: Stir in onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook 3–4 minutes until softened.

  4. Mix in beans and tomatoes: Add kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and spices (chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne, salt, and pepper). Stir to combine.

  5. Bake: Cover the dish with foil and bake in the oven for 45–50 minutes. Stir halfway through for even cooking.

  6. Add cheese: Remove foil, sprinkle shredded cheddar on top, and bake uncovered for 5–10 minutes until melted and bubbly.

  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley. Serve with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.

12. Baked Teriyaki Chicken & Rice

Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 45 min

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (or breasts)
  • 1½ cups uncooked long-grain rice
  • 2½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
  • ½ cup teriyaki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp honey or brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp grated fresh ginger (optional)
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 green onions, sliced for garnish
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds for garnish
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Mix sauce: In a small bowl, combine teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and sesame oil.

  3. Prepare rice base: In a large oven-safe baking dish, spread uncooked rice evenly. Pour chicken broth over the rice. Sprinkle frozen mixed vegetables on top.

  4. Add chicken: Season chicken lightly with salt and pepper, then place it on top of the rice mixture. Pour half of the teriyaki sauce over the chicken.

  5. Cover and bake: Cover the dish tightly with foil. Bake for 35 minutes.

  6. Finish uncovered: Remove foil, pour remaining teriyaki sauce over chicken, and bake uncovered for an additional 10 minutes until chicken is fully cooked (165°F / 74°C) and lightly glazed.

  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.

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13. One-Dish Lasagna (No-Boil)

Servings: 6 | Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 50 min

Ingredients

  • 9–12 no-boil lasagna noodles (enough to cover layers)
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or Italian sausage
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 cups marinara sauce
  • 1½ cups ricotta cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan
  • 1 tsp dried basil
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook the meat: In a skillet, brown ground beef or sausage with onion and garlic. Drain excess fat. Stir in marinara sauce, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper.

  3. Assemble lasagna: In a deep oven-safe dish, spread a thin layer of meat sauce on the bottom. Layer no-boil noodles on top, then a layer of ricotta cheese, then meat sauce. Repeat layers until all ingredients are used, finishing with sauce.

  4. Add cheese topping: Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan evenly over the top. Cover tightly with foil.

  5. Bake: Bake covered for 35 minutes. Remove foil and bake uncovered for another 15 minutes until cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.

  6. Rest and serve: Let the lasagna sit 5–10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil.

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Final Tips for Perfect One-Dish Bakes

  • Layer heavy proteins at the bottom.
  • Don’t overcrowd ingredients to ensure proper roasting.
  • Season generously with herbs, spices, and citrus.
  • Stir or rotate halfway for even cooking.

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