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10 Dinners in 17 Minutes or Less

By Laura Fuentes Updated Oct 1, 2025

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Ever wish dinner could just magically appear on the table the second you get hungry? Same here. Since my stove refuses to double as a magic wand (so unhelpful), I’ve rounded up the next best thing: 10 delicious dinners you can whip up in 17 minutes or less. Yep, that’s less time than it takes to decide what to watch on Netflix.

Philly Cheesesteak Skillet

philly cheesesteak skillet

Turn your beloved sandwich into a one-skillet meal that satisfies your taste buds with minimal work and effort.
Total time: 17 minutes

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Ground Chicken Tacos

ground chicken tacos

Taco night has never been so easy. Simple recipe + your favorite toppings = a match made in taco’s heaven.
Total time: 17 minutes

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Mango Shrimp Stir Fry

mango shrimp stir fry with rice

Since shrimp thaws super fast, it’s this busy mom’s best friend for quick meals like this sweet and spicy stir-fry.
Total time: 12 minutes

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Tortellini Alfredo

close up of tortellini alfredo

Grab your favorite tortellini, toss them with this cheese sauce, and you’ll confirm this epic family dinner is a breeze to make.
Total time: 15 minutes

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Buffalo Chicken Nachos

top view of buffalo chicken nachos

You won’t believe this tray of goodness comes together this fast. Enjoy every bite and thank me later!
Total time: 15 minutes

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Tortilla Pizza

tortilla pizza

In the podium of faster-than-take-out, these customizable personal pizzas are hard to beat.
Total time: 13 minutes

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Chicken Quesadillas

rotisserie chicken quesadillas

The secret to making this epic dinner in no time? Rotisserie chicken!
Total time: 15 minutes

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BLT Salad

top view of a BLT salad bowl

All you have to cook is the bacon and this quick dinner is ready to enjoy. Amazing!
Total time: 10 minutes

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Asian Chicken Salad Lettuce Wraps 

asian chicken salad lettuce wrap

Crunchy, healthy, and incredibly easy to make with leftover chicken. Bonus: a quick homemade dressing to drool for.
Total time: 10 minutes

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Tacos Rancheros

top view of two tacos rancheros

What’s not to love about any quick meal with a fried egg on it? I know. Make these tacos ASAP!
Total time: 10 minutes

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If drool-worthy meals that come together quickly are your jam, check out all these 20-minute dinner ideas for families and prove that fast food doesn’t have to come in a paper bag!

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